Property Details: - Type: House - Bedrooms: 5 - Bathrooms: 3

Agent: Macleod & Maccallum - Inverness Phone: 01463 357418

Coille Ghiuthais is a substantial property located in the highly popular town of Portree on the famous misty Isle of Skye, close to all the excellent facilities on offer in the town.<br/><br/> Coille Ghiuthais is a substantial property located in the highly popular town of Portree on the famous misty Isle of Skye, close to all the excellent facilities on offer in the town. <br/><br/>The property enjoys an elevated position taking full advantage of the truly stunning views on offer over Portree Bay and onto the Isle of Raasay and Torridon in the distance. <br/><br/>Set in approximately one and a half acres of ground, which can include a 0.7 acre plot with planning permission Ref 2500816/PIP at an additional cost. The property is in excellent condition throughout and benefits from oil fired central heating, two en suite bedrooms, a two roomed annex and very well stocked private garden.<br/><br/>With ample storage and very well proportioned, versatile living space, this property represents an ideal family home. <br/><br/>Only by viewing can you fully appreciate the living space, private location and every changing impressive vista this charming property has to offer.<br/><br/>The accommodation consists of; an entrance vestibule with cloak cupboard; inner hallway with two store cupboards, linen cupboard and give access to the partially floored attic which is reached via a drop down ladder; lounge with oak flooring and an open fire set in a marble surround providing a welcoming focal point and glass doors opening to the Conservatory which takes full advantage of the amazing views on offer over the Bay; Snug again with an open fire set in a marble surround and glass doors opening to a further conservatory which is utilised as a dining room along with a family/sitting area, which again benefits form the views towards the water; kitchen with a good selection of base and wall mounted units, complementary worktops and splashback, LPG fired hob, electric oven & grill and breakfast bar for informal dining; utility room with sink unit, washing machine, tumble dryer and door giving access to the side of the property; office/bedroom 6; two double bedrooms, one with fitted wardrobe and both with en suite facilities comprising WC, wash hand basin and mains fed showers; three further double bedrooms, store room fitted with shelving; family bathroom comprising a three piece suite in white with free standing mains fed shower with forest head and body spray.<br/><br/>The annex has a private access and although currently used as a media room and gallery, could be utilised as additional accommodation for the extended family. There is also a wine cellar. <br/><br/>The property sits within a generous very well-maintained garden with a good selection of mature trees, shrubs and bushes. Various patios provide ideal venues for al fresco dining and entertaining or where you can sit and appreciate your tranquil surroundings. There is also a garden shed, green house and polytunnel. A tarmacadam drive way leads to a parking/turning area and on to the garage which has light, power, floored attic and electric door.<br/><br/>The property is within walking distance of excellent facilities in Portree main street and Somerled Square which include a supermarket, bank, butcher, baker, various hotels and restaurants along with a small range of retail outlets. Portree also has a cottage hospital, community centre, library and swimming pool. Both primary and secondary education are also available within walking distance. The area is also a highly popular tourist destination with an excellent range of outdoor activities available on your doorstep.<br/><br/>Inverness, the main business and commercial centre in the Highlands is approximately 110 miles away and offers extensive shopping, leisure and entertainment facilities along with excellent road, rail and air links to the South and beyond.<br/><br/>