Property description
The Beehive offers a unique opportunity to purchase a property built for a Countess. Enjoying spectacular views to Loch Dunvegan, The Beehive, so named due to the almost dome-shaped steeply pitched roof, is situated in a tranquil, rural location in the small township of Uiginish in the Duirinish Peninsula in north Skye and is set within private garden grounds of one acre. Although requiring renovation, the individual style of this property will appeal to all buyers looking for that ‘something different’ and would make an ideal family or holiday home conveniently located for all the facilities that Dunvegan has to offer.
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PROPERTY COMPRISES:
Entrance Vestibule, Sun Room, Kitchen/Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Shower Room, Utility Room, Sitting Room, Kitchenette, Cloakroom/Annex
External: Generous Garden Grounds
LOCATION:
The rural area of Uiginish is around 3 miles from the pretty village of Dunvegan located on the shores of Loch Dunvegan in the North West of Skye. The area is famous for Dunvegan Castle, seat of the chief of Clan MacLeod. The Giant MacAskill Museum, which celebrates the life of the very tall Angus Mòr MacAskill was established here in 1989. There are lovely woodland walks in the area and the nearby Coral Beaches are one of Skye’s hidden gems.
Local amenities include hotels, bakery, restaurant, filling station, general store, medical centre and primary school. Skye’s capital, Portree, is approximately 21 miles away and offers a comprehensive range of amenities.
ACCOMMODATION: The Beehive was built circa 1905 with later extensions added to provide comfortable living accommodation. The windows are double glazed and heating is by way of electric radiators. The property also lends itself to providing a self-contained annex accessed from the side vestibule. Of historical interest The Beehive was built by Norman MacLeod of MacLeod, the 25th clan chief, for his second wife Countess Johanna von Ettinghausen some 42 years his junior whom he married on the death of his first wife.
EXTERNAL:
GARDENS:
Driveway rises from township road to chipped parking area with space for several vehicles, the extensive garden grounds of some one acre extend on all sides (to be confirmed by title plan). They are laid to grass with mature trees and an abundance of mature shrubs.
SERVICES: Mains electricity, mains water, drainage to rumbling drain.
HOME REPORT: Available by contacting the RE/MAX Skye office
EPC Rating: G (1)
COUNCIL TAX: Band E
EXTRAS: All fitted floor coverings and window coverings. Other items available by negotiation.
ENTRY: At a date to be mutually agreed.
DIRECTIONS: From the Skye Bridge take the A87 towards Portree at Sligachan turn left onto the A863 for Dunvegan, continue on this road until you are on the outskirts of Dunvegan, turn left onto the B884 for Glendale, follow this road taking the second turning on the right signposted Uiginish, follow this road until you see the sign on the right for The Beehive, take the driveway up to the property.
VIEWING: Viewing of this property is essential to be fully appreciated. Viewing can be arranged by calling Christine Brett on 01471 822900 or by e-mailing remaxskye@aol.co.uk
OFFERS: Should be submitted in proper legal Scottish form to RE/MAX Skye Estate Agents, Main Street, Broadford, Isle of Skye, IV49 9AE. Fax no. 01471 822950.
INTEREST: It is important that your solicitor notifies this office of your interest otherwise the property may be sold without your knowledge.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: These particulars are prepared on the basis of information provided by our clients. We have not tested the electrical system or any electrical appliances, nor where applicable, any central heating system. All sizes are recorded by electronic tape measurement to give an indicative, approximate size only. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries - no warranty is given or implied. This schedule is not intended to, and does not form any contract.
Entrance Vestibule - 9\‘ 0\‘\‘ x 5\‘ 3\‘\‘ (2.74m x 1.61m)
uPVC half frosted glazed door with two side windows, windows to side and front elevations, internal window to bedroom, fitted carpet, access to sun room:
Sun Room - 25\‘ 0\‘\‘ x 9\‘ 7\‘\‘ (7.63m x 2.92m)
Glazed double doors with two side windows enters sun room, three windows to the front elevation and two windows to the side elevation taking full advantage of the spectacular loch views, two internal windows allow borrowed light into the kitchen/dining room, electric radiator, fitted carpet, access to side from uPVC external glazed door, access to inner hallway:
Internal Hallway - 14\‘ 0\‘\‘ x 7\‘ 1\‘\‘ (4.27m x 2.17m)
Measurements at widest pointsSliding door, window to sun room, wooden \‘V\‘ board lining to walls and ceiling, built-in cupboard, built-in shelves, fitted carpet and vinyl flooring, access to kitchen/dining room, shower room, utility room, sitting room:
Kitchen/Dining Room - 15\‘ 7\‘\‘ x 12\‘ 2\‘\‘ (4.75m x 3.72m)
Small window to rear elevation, borrowed light windows to sun room, older style range of base cupboards with worktop over, two high cupboards, cream sink with double drainers, space for fridge, electric cooker with extractor over, peninsula unit with cupboards under, large built-in breakfast bar, inset multi-fuel stove set on tiled hearth, fitted carpet and vinyl flooring, access to bedroom and loft:
Bedroom - 15\‘ 7\‘\‘ x 11\‘ 10\‘\‘ (4.74m x 3.60m)
Sliding door with frosted glazed insert, window to side elevation, built-in (airing) cupboard, vanity wash hand basin, electric radiator, fitted carpet, access to loft.
Shower Room - 9\‘ 0\‘\‘ x 6\‘ 0\‘\‘ (2.74m x 1.83m)
Small window to rear elevation, walk-in disabled shower with Mira electric shower, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, recessed display niche, wooden \‘V\‘ board lining to walls and ceiling, ceiling beams, heated towel rail/radiator, non-slip flooring.
Utility room - 12\‘ 4\‘\‘ x 6\‘ 4\‘\‘ (3.77m x 1.94m)
Spacious area with plumbing and space for washing machine, ample space for other appliances, exposed stone wall, uPVC half glazed door to rear.
Sitting/Dining Room - 14\‘ 5\‘\‘ x 13\‘ 9\‘\‘ (4.39m x 4.18m)
THE FOLLOWING AREA HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR SEPARATE USE IF REQUIRED:Large bay window to front elevation with uninterrupted loch views, vaulted ceiling, Victorian tiled fireplace with tiled hearth and surround and wooden mantel (currently sealed) electric fire, vinyl flooring and carpet, access to side vestibule/annex, two bedrooms, open access to kitchenette:
Kitchenette - 9\‘ 4\‘\‘ x 4\‘ 2\‘\‘ (2.84m x 1.26m)
Older style built-in cupboard, worktop, stainless steel sink with cupboard under, electric cooker, fridge, vinyl flooring, access to side vestibule/annex:
Side Vestibule/Annex
Two steps down, vinyl flooring, uPVC half-glazed door to front, access to cloakroom:
Cloakroom - 5\‘ 9\‘\‘ x 2\‘ 11\‘\‘ (1.76m x 0.89m)
Window to side elevation, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, vinyl flooring.
Bedroom - 11\‘ 7\‘\‘ x 8\‘ 7\‘\‘ (3.52m x 2.62m)
Measurements at widest pointWindow to side elevation with far reaching views along the Loch and to the Cuillins, two wall lights, built-in shower cubicle, fitted carpet.
Bedroom - 11\‘ 11\‘\‘ x 8\‘ 8\‘\‘ (3.63m x 2.65m)
Measurements at widest pointsWindow to rear elevation with countryside views to MacLeod\‘s Tables, wall light, electric radiator, fitted carpet, access to loft.
Property Features :
- Property built circa 1910 for a countess
- Spectacular seaviews to Loch Dunvegan
- 3 bed single storey cottage
- Large garden of approx 1 acre
- Requires upgrading