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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · HS2 0NH
Under offerListed 226 days
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About
Enjoying spectacular sea views from an elevated position, this charming detached property is located in the popular village of North Tolsta on the East side of the Isle of Lewis.
Beautifully presented throughout, the property offers generous family accommodation arranged over two levels.
The ground floor comprises a welcoming entrance hallway, a well-appointed kitchen, a large bright sun room perfect for entertaining, a comfortable lounge with an open fireplace, a modern shower room, a double bedroom, and a utility room.
Upstairs, the property provides two further spacious double bedrooms, offering excellent accommodation for family living or visiting guests.
Heating is provided by an oil-fired boiler located in the utility room, and the property benefits from double-glazed windows and external doors throughout.
The open fireplace in the lounge provides an additional cosy heat source and creates a welcoming focal point within the home.
Occupying a desirable corner plot, the property is set within large, easily maintained garden grounds laid mainly to lawn, with a patio area to the side which is ideal for enjoying the surrounding views.
To the rear, a gravel driveway provides ample off-road parking and leads to a single garage, which offers excellent storage space.
Additional storage can also be found beneath the sun porch, secured by two wooden doors.
There is an additional area of land in front the property which is available to purchase by separate negotiation.
The land extends to approximately 0.25acres and offers the opportunity for further development. The area has it's own access gate on the corner.
North Tolsta is situated approximately 14 miles from Stornoway, where a wide range of amenities can be found.
The village itself benefits from local facilities including a Post Office and village shop, while the area is also renowned for its beautiful sandy beaches, located only a short distance away.
Presented in walk-in condition, this delightful property requires little work and would make an ideal family home.
Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm of this property and its stunning coastal setting. The property is initially entered from the side into the kitchen.
KITCHEN: 4.79m x 2.25m Fitted kitchen with full range of wall and floor standing units. Stainless steel sink with side drainer. Room for white goods. Plumbed for dishwasher. Vinyl flooring.
Electric cooker with extractor hood. Access to sun room and hallway. SUNROOM: 5.98m x 4.59m Accessed from kitchen. Large bright and airy room with multi aspect windows to enjoy the surrounding views.
Two central heating radiators. Hardwood flooring. HALLWAY: 4.28m x 1.69m Fitted carpet. Central heating radiator. Carpeted stair to upper landing. Under stair storage cupboard.
Access to lounge, bedroom one and shower room. Patio doors to front. SHOWER ROOM: 2.25m x 1.89m Suite comprising wc, wash hand basin and double shower cubicle with mains shower unit.
Opaque glazed window to rear. LVT tiled flooring. Extractor fan. Full height central heating radiator. LOUNGE: 4.30m x 3.75m Good sized bright lounge with dual aspect windows to side and front.
Hardwood flooring. Open fire set in tiled surround. Two central heating radiators. BEDROOM ONE: 4.28m x 2.78m Double bedroom with dual aspect windows to side and front. Fitted carpet.
Central heating radiator. Two fitted storage cupboards. Access to utility room. UTILITY ROOM: 2.33m x 1.69m Vinyl flooring. UPVC door to rear. Plumbed for washing machine. Central heating boiler.
LANDING: Accessed via carpeted staircase. Fitted carpet. Velux window to rear. Lined cupboard. Access to two bedrooms. BEDROOM TWO: 3.57m x 2.91m Double bedroom with window to side.
Varnished floorboards. Central heating radiator. BEDROOM THREE: 3.51m x 2.95m Double bedroom with window to side. Varnished floorboards. Central heating radiator.
GENERAL INFORMATION COUNCIL TAX BAND: B EPC RATING: E POST CODE: HS2 0NH PROPERTY REF NO: HEA0148B SCHOOLS: BACK PRIMARY & THE NICOLSON INSTITUTE There is a Home Report available for this property.
For further details on how to obtain a copy of this report please contact a member of our Property Team on . Viewing of this property is strictly via appointment through our office.
TRAVEL DIRECTIONS On leaving Stornoway proceed along the A857 passing the hospital.
Proceed along turning right following signs for Tolsta, continue along through Tong, Back and Gress and across the moor into Tolsta.
Follow the road through the village , Nurses Cottage is located in between both Churches.
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