Detached house for sale in Balchladich Road, Balchladich, Lochinver IV27

Property Reference number : 791202

Please note the properties are Offers Over £399,000

Rare to market.
One of a kind Luxury, Stunning 3 bed family log house with a separate luxury 1 bed house/annexe which is currently run as a very profitable holiday rental with Ocean view.With 16 solar pv system with feed in tariff which results in reduced electricity consumption and cash back.
In turn key, show house condition for both properties and gardens. Nothing to do, just move in.

Home survey Report all 1’s and is available on request.
Quality properties like these, located in a stunning location could easily achieve a grosse income of £90,000 if the new owners let both properties. Log homes have the same durability as brick and stone built properties and are warmer.

Situated in a sheltered, elevated flood free location (see Sepa website) and enjoying commanding views across open hills to the Ocean beyond, Architect designed West Horizon is a luxurious modern family home and wonderful lifestyle opportunity. It will appeal to those purchasers looking for a peaceful Highland retreat and equally those looking for a property to live in with an existing holiday letting business and source of income. Balchladich white sand beach and turquoise waters is a two minute walk and a further 4 beach’s are close by, Clashnessie, Stoer, Clachtoll and Achmelvich.

The wow factor starts from the Ocean view as you approach along the driveway and continues around and in the house.This impressive package has been thoughtfully designed to make the most of its stunning position. It provides spacious, light-filled accommodation, coupled with a contemporary finish throughout.
Both property’s are built with high quality Siberian Larch logs. Interior woodwork is also made from Larch. New boundary fencing. With Kingspan 300mm loft insulation and 150mm wall insulation ensures that both properties are snug. It is rare to find a house clad in Siberian Larch, wood grown at high altitude and in cold weather is much harder and less knotty than other wood. These are bespoke builds and not kit homes.
Council tax D with lower than average rates and no water and car insurance are also much lower because of no crime.

The house has a wonderfully calm atmosphere and provides light-filled and comfortable accommodation and is entered via the hallway leading to a large triple aspect L-shaped kitchen/sitting/dining room. With its high vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and use of glass, this part of the house is flooded with natural light, providing stunning views and double doors open up directly onto the terrace. The kitchen has a great selection of units and integrated appliances. There is a large 17sqm boarded loft space above the kitchen. All bedrooms in both properties have built in wardrobes and wall mounted tv.

The accommodation is completed by a spacious triple aspect principal bedroom with built-in storage and a large en suite bathroom, two further double bedrooms, one with a useful en suite cloakroom, and a modern family bathroom with bath, twin sinks and separate walk-in shower.
The property has 16 solar panels with feed in tariff. Double glazed throughout and highly insulated. Lpg supplies the flame effect gas fire which heats the whole house or underfloor heating if preferred. Built in 2013 with the raised composite decking, sunken 6 person hot tub and purpose made log bar built in 2019/20.

The detached log cottage built in 2018 sits adjacent to the main house and is as equally as impressive with a modern design and layout. It comprises open plan sitting room/kitchen, double bedroom with en suite, wc/cloak and boot/utility room.
This Kingspan highly insulated cottage has Lpg for heating and cooking, either full central heating or flame effect gas fire.

West Horizon has been running as a holiday let since October 2021, providing guests with an unforgettable holiday experience in extremely well equipped and luxurious surroundings. The current owners have let the cottage out and stayed in the main house, however there are endless opportunities and options. It has proved to be a very popular and relaxing holiday destination and achieving 9.7 on and 5/5 on Airbnb. The holiday let has the Scottish tourist licence. Further details are available on request and provides enough income to live on.

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For those wishing to continue as a holiday rental on one or both properties and not live here, there are local cleaners and garden maintenance people. The motorhome in the photo could be included in the sale for the right price.

Of note is that the cottage can either be used as a holiday let/work studio or full time living for extended family. Interested parties could rent the holiday let before deciding to purchase the properties and if a purchase was made, the owners would refund the rental price.

Outside
The property is approached over a concrete and part-gravelled, gated forecourt which provides parking for multiple vehicles. To the side and rear, the enclosed garden is laid mainly to level lawn and offers a large part-covered wraparound terrace and a summer house with a bar area. The large elevated terrace has a sunken spa hot tub, the perfect spot to relax, unwind and enjoy the incredible views across uninterrupted countryside to the sea beyond. There are two useful garden sheds, one is 10ft x 8ft and fully insulated with power and the other is 14ft x 4ft plus there is an 8ft hexagonal greenhouse. There are 2 outside power points on the deck area and 2 exterior water connections and 1 on the cottage.

Situation
Situated in a small hamlet of scattered cottages, West Horizon occupies an unspoilt secluded position in an area renowned for hill walking and climbing. The pretty sand and stone beach of Balchladich is just 200 yards away, a walk further along the lane to Stoer Lighthouse, a dramatic promontory offering the potential to spot porpoises, Orcas and Minke whale are just some of the wonderful things to do. The area is well known the world over for its natural beauty and abundance of wildlife. The property sits within the north west highlands Geopark and the iconic mountains of Sutherland: Suilven, Canisp and Quinag, are within easy reach and dominate the nearby skyline.The area is a haven for wildlife, with regular sightings of deer, osprey, eagles, seals and Otters. There are also numerous sandy beaches together with additional outdoor pursuits including sailing, kayaking, mountain biking and fishing. In Lochinver can be found the ‘world famous’ Lochinver pies, a place that guests regularly ask about along with Lochinver boat cruises, who also offer a stunning sunset cruise with seals, dolphins and whale sightings possible. There is no industry or pollution so fresh air and dark sky nights for star watching while sitting in the hot tub. The West Coast is a milder climate and ensures better all year weather.

A school minibus collection and drop off at the entrance is provided free to all residents.
Over 60’s receive free taxi service for local appointments. The local fishmonger drives door to door on request each Wednesday. The mobile library bus stops by each week.

The nearby hamlet of Clachtoll has a small shop and café while the pretty fishing village of Lochinver offers more comprehensive day-to-day amenities including the world famous Lochinver pie shop, boutique shopping, hairdresser, atm, cafés, two grocery shops, post office, handy man shop, vet, fuel station, butchers/fishmonger, newsagent, fishing tackle, doctors, dentist, physio, two public houses, 2 garage services, hand made pizzas and cakes from the Jammery shop, leisure centre, children’s play area, and a good selection of restaurants. Asda superstore from Inverness delivers to the area. Drumbeg stores also do home deliveries. Regular craft events are held in Lochinver village hall.lots of honesty boxes with free range eggs and honey available. Yoga and dance classes in Lochinver. The community has a good supply of tradespeople covering all aspects.

The area offers a good range of state schooling including Lochinver Primary School, Scoraig School and Kinlochbervie High School. Further schooling, shops, boots pharmacy, vet, restaurants and Tesco supermarket shopping can be found in Ullapool.

Council Tax: D

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Property Reference number : 791202