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5 bed detached house for saleArdgay House, Ardgay, Highland IV24
5 beds
5 baths
2 receptions
3,640 sq. ft
EPC Rating: E
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Freehold
About this property
Built in 1903, it blends period character with flexible modern living.
Elegant open-plan drawing and dining rooms are ideal for entertaining.
Large sash windows and original features enhance the home's Edwardian charm.
A spacious dining kitchen with a traditional Aga forms the heart of the house.
Five generous bedrooms include four with en suite facilities.
Mature gardens and a detached double garage provide excellent outdoor space.
EPC Rating = E
Distinguished Highland residence with five bedrooms and mature gardens.
Description
Occupying a prominent position within the village of Ardgay, Ardgay House is a handsome and substantial detached Highland residence extending to approximately 3,640 sq ft. Built in 1903, the property has long been a notable part of the local community, having previously served as the village doctor's house and surgery. Today, it offers generous and highly adaptable accommodation while retaining much of the character, scale and architectural presence associated with its Edwardian origins.
A welcoming entrance vestibule opens to the central hall, from which the principal reception rooms are arranged. To the front of the house, the drawing room and dining room have been opened through a broad archway to create an elegant interconnected reception space. Large sash and case windows to both elevations fill the rooms with natural light, while decorative cornicing, fireplaces and attractive timber detailing reflect the property's Edwardian heritage. The open arrangement provides considerable flexibility, offering distinct areas for formal dining, entertaining and relaxation whilst maintaining an excellent sense of flow. Across the hall, the sitting room provides a comfortable and welcoming retreat. Centred around a wood-burning stove set within an attractive timber fireplace, the room enjoys pleasant views over the gardens through tall sash and case windows and retains the generous proportions characteristic of the period.
To the rear of the house, the welcoming dining kitchen forms the heart of the home. Generous in scale and centred around a traditional Aga, the room is fitted with a range of cabinetry and incorporates ample space for dining and informal gatherings, with charming window seat. A utility room together with a shower room and WC are located off the kitchen, providing practical ancillary accommodation and an excellent service area discreetly separated from the principal living spaces. Completing the ground floor, a separate study offers further flexibility and is ideally suited to home working.
The first-floor accommodation is arranged from two separate landing areas and comprises five bedrooms. Four of the bedrooms benefit from en suite facilities, while a family bathroom serves the remaining bedroom. The layout lends itself particularly well to a variety of lifestyles, whether accommodating family, guests or multigenerational living.
Outside, mature gardens surround the house, with established lawns, trees and shrub borders creating an attractive setting. A detached double garage provides excellent parking and storage, with useful attic space above offering further ancillary space suited to a variety of uses.
Location
Ardgay House is situated within the village of Ardgay, neighbouring Bonar Bridge at the heart of the Northern Highlands. Set on the shores of the Kyle of Sutherland, close to its meeting point with the Dornoch Firth, the area is renowned for its striking scenery, rich natural environment and excellent access to some of the Highlands' most celebrated landscapes.
Ardgay and Bonar Bridge together provide a good range of everyday amenities, including convenience shopping, a Post Office, pharmacy, library, medical practice and primary schooling. A wider range of retail, professional and leisure facilities can be found in the nearby towns of Tain and Dornoch, whilst Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, lies approximately 45 miles to the south.
The area is well connected, with Ardgay railway station on the Far North Line providing services south to Inverness and north towards Caithness and Sutherland. Inverness Airport, approximately 46 miles away, offers regular flights to London, other major UK cities and a range of European destinations.
The surrounding area offers an excellent range of recreational and sporting opportunities. Local amenities include Bonar Bridge & Ardgay Golf Club, while the internationally renowned Royal Dornoch Golf Club, regularly ranked amongst the world's finest links courses, is approximately 15 miles away.
Outdoor pursuits are a particular feature of the area. The Kyle of Sutherland and nearby rivers are renowned for salmon fishing, whilst the surrounding countryside offers excellent walking, cycling, wildlife watching and field sports. Watersports and fishing can also be enjoyed at nearby Loch Migdale, with the wider landscapes of Easter Ross and Sutherland providing endless opportunities to explore.
The area's combination of strong local amenities, excellent transport connections and outstanding Highland scenery makes it an attractive location for both permanent and second-home ownership.
Square Footage: 3,640 sq ft
Additional Info
Water - mains
Electricity - mains
Drainage - mains
Central heating - oil fired boiler
Description
Occupying a prominent position within the village of Ardgay, Ardgay House is a handsome and substantial detached Highland residence extending to approximately 3,640 sq ft. Built in 1903, the property has long been a notable part of the local community, having previously served as the village doctor's house and surgery. Today, it offers generous and highly adaptable accommodation while retaining much of the character, scale and architectural presence associated with its Edwardian origins.
A welcoming entrance vestibule opens to the central hall, from which the principal reception rooms are arranged. To the front of the house, the drawing room and dining room have been opened through a broad archway to create an elegant interconnected reception space. Large sash and case windows to both elevations fill the rooms with natural light, while decorative cornicing, fireplaces and attractive timber detailing reflect the property's Edwardian heritage. The open arrangement provides considerable flexibility, offering distinct areas for formal dining, entertaining and relaxation whilst maintaining an excellent sense of flow. Across the hall, the sitting room provides a comfortable and welcoming retreat. Centred around a wood-burning stove set within an attractive timber fireplace, the room enjoys pleasant views over the gardens through tall sash and case windows and retains the generous proportions characteristic of the period.
To the rear of the house, the welcoming dining kitchen forms the heart of the home. Generous in scale and centred around a traditional Aga, the room is fitted with a range of cabinetry and incorporates ample space for dining and informal gatherings, with charming window seat. A utility room together with a shower room and WC are located off the kitchen, providing practical ancillary accommodation and an excellent service area discreetly separated from the principal living spaces. Completing the ground floor, a separate study offers further flexibility and is ideally suited to home working.
The first-floor accommodation is arranged from two separate landing areas and comprises five bedrooms. Four of the bedrooms benefit from en suite facilities, while a family bathroom serves the remaining bedroom. The layout lends itself particularly well to a variety of lifestyles, whether accommodating family, guests or multigenerational living.
Outside, mature gardens surround the house, with established lawns, trees and shrub borders creating an attractive setting. A detached double garage provides excellent parking and storage, with useful attic space above offering further ancillary space suited to a variety of uses.
Location
Ardgay House is situated within the village of Ardgay, neighbouring Bonar Bridge at the heart of the Northern Highlands. Set on the shores of the Kyle of Sutherland, close to its meeting point with the Dornoch Firth, the area is renowned for its striking scenery, rich natural environment and excellent access to some of the Highlands' most celebrated landscapes.
Ardgay and Bonar Bridge together provide a good range of everyday amenities, including convenience shopping, a Post Office, pharmacy, library, medical practice and primary schooling. A wider range of retail, professional and leisure facilities can be found in the nearby towns of Tain and Dornoch, whilst Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, lies approximately 45 miles to the south.
The area is well connected, with Ardgay railway station on the Far North Line providing services south to Inverness and north towards Caithness and Sutherland. Inverness Airport, approximately 46 miles away, offers regular flights to London, other major UK cities and a range of European destinations.
The surrounding area offers an excellent range of recreational and sporting opportunities. Local amenities include Bonar Bridge & Ardgay Golf Club, while the internationally renowned Royal Dornoch Golf Club, regularly ranked amongst the world's finest links courses, is approximately 15 miles away.
Outdoor pursuits are a particular feature of the area. The Kyle of Sutherland and nearby rivers are renowned for salmon fishing, whilst the surrounding countryside offers excellent walking, cycling, wildlife watching and field sports. Watersports and fishing can also be enjoyed at nearby Loch Migdale, with the wider landscapes of Easter Ross and Sutherland providing endless opportunities to explore.
The area's combination of strong local amenities, excellent transport connections and outstanding Highland scenery makes it an attractive location for both permanent and second-home ownership.
Square Footage: 3,640 sq ft
Additional Info
Water - mains
Electricity - mains
Drainage - mains
Central heating - oil fired boiler
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