4 bed detached house for sale

2 Gartymore, Helmsdale, Sutherland 6 KW8

A charming traditional cottage situated on an elevated position in the township of Gartymore just south of the fishing village of Helmsdale, the location has stunning views out to sea and along the coastline. The property has, over the past few years, been a holiday home and therefore the furniture is also negotiable. The property comprises 4 bedrooms( 1 with en suite), bathroom 2 siting rooms and large diner/kitchen

Porch, Entrance & Hall

Through the front door and into the porch where there is coat hooks and shelves for outdoor footwear. A stable door leads into the entrance and access to the bathroom and main hall, a traditional cottage door leads into the hall with understairs cupboard and storage shelves in pitched pine.

Lounge (5.59m x 3.94m (18'4" x 12'11"))

An L shaped lounge with dual aspect windows, laminate floor, shelves for a library and a multi fuel burner on top a Caithness slate flagstone hearth. Also a back boiler.

Sitting Room (3.41m x 3.90m (11'2" x 12'9"))

A cosy sitting room with log burner in an open stone fireplace with pine surround.

Kitchen/Diner (8.58m x 3.37m (28'1" x 11'0"))

The long kitchen diner has ample storage with base units and an island, a range cooker, dishwasher and washing machine. Space for a country kitchen table. A glass door leads out to the front of the property and the stunning views to sea. Wooden floor and a log burner. A door leads to a set of stairs that goes up to bedroom 1 and en suite.

Bathroom (1.70m x 1.84m (5'6" x 6'0"))

The bathroom comprises:- white bath with overhead shower and tiled around the bath, pedestal wash basin with vanity unit below and w/c, slate floor tiles.

Bedroom 1 With En Suite (7.67m x3.30m (25'1" x10'9"))

Stairs from the kitchen lead to bedroom 1 and an en suite. The long room has fitted carpet and dual aspect windows, one of which is French doors leading out to a large terrace with views out to sea. Door leads into the en suite shower room comprising corner shower enclosure with electric shower, pedestal basin, w/c and heated towel rail, vinyl flooring and Velux window above

First Floor

Stairs from the hall lead up to three bedrooms and three linen cupboards. A Velux window lets light in through the stairwell.

Bedroom 2 (3.54m x 3.85m (11'7" x 12'7"))

A double bedroom with coombed ceiling and storage space

Bedroom 3 (3.12m x 3.76m (10'2" x 12'4"))

A double bedroom with coombed ceiling and over stairs storage cupboard.

Bedroom 4 (3.29m x 2.88m (10'9" x 9'5"))

A single bedroom with fitted carpet and window shutters.

Garden & Terrace

The front garden is enclosed with picket fencing and is laid to grass, with a paved picnic area from where to take in the sea views. A raised terrace (8.00m x 3.68m approx.) behind the house which is accessed from the master bedroom, also has stunning views and a great place for evenings looking for the Northern Lights. To the side of the property is a stone garage, with garage doors and parking for 2 vehicles. Electric to the garage and an additional wooden storage shed.

Garage (5.34m x 3.85m (17'6" x 12'7"))

There is a single garage attached to the property of stone construction and has timber vehicle access doors to the front.

Location

Situated in the pretty hamlet of Gartymore, it is just over a mile to the attractive coastal fishing village of Helmsdale. Here there is a thriving small harbour and a good selection of small local shops and restaurants as well as a fascinating, award-winning museum detailing the area’s rich and varied past. There is a 9-hole golf course in the village and other championship golf courses at nearby Brora and Dornoch. The local shoreline is renowned for its fossils, which are regularly found along this particular stretch of coast. This region is also known for its unspoilt beaches, wild and rugged coastline, and traditional villages. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 13⁄4 mile.

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Income Potential

2 Gartymore has been run as a successful self catering holiday let over the past few years (stl no hi-oo855-f)
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All furniture and fittings to continue running as a letting property are available by separate negotiation