5 bedroom detached house for sale

If you are looking for a lifestyle change with potential income in the Scottish Highlands, this could be the property for you.


If you are looking for a lifestyle change with potential income in the Scottish Highlands, this could be the property for you.

Lakefield is a substantial dwelling house, set within 2.5 acers of land and comes with a one-bedroom apartment which is ready to utilise as holiday lets, giving you an immediate source of income. The property which is approximately 140 years old has been renovated to a very high standard, oozes with charm and character yet offers very modern living, the perfect blend of old and new. The property benefits from gas fired under floor heating, slate flooring to the ground floor, wood flooring to the upper floor, five bedrooms, three bathrooms and three public rooms along with enjoying lovely countryside views. Lakeside represents an ideal purchase for anyone looking for a tranquil countryside lifestyle with nearby city facilities, as inverness City is within easy commuting distance.

Only by viewing can you fully appreciate the extent of the versatile accommodation on offer along with the land and potential this property has to offer.

The accommodation consists of: an entrance hallway/boot room with two large store cupboards; utility room with sink unit and space for washing machine and fridge/freezer; a modern kitchen with a good selection of base units, gas fired Rangemaster, dishwasher, window seating, stable door giving access to the front garden and generous dining area; snug with multi fuel stove; sitting room with wood burning stove; lounge, again with wood burning stove and door giving access to the garden; bathroom comprising a three piece suite with electric shower over the bath; via the stairs from the snug, the landing gives access to three generous double bedrooms and shower room comprising a WC, wash hand basin and large mains fed shower with forest head and body spray. From the stairway leading from the hallway the landing gives access to two further generous bedrooms and shower room comprising a two-piece suite and mains fed shower.

Externally the property sits within 2.5 acres of garden which includes a paddock, patio area, lawn and is very well stocked with mature trees, shrubs and bushes. There is a green house, two garden sheds, double garage, storeroom, playhouse and climbing frame.

The one-bedroom apartment which is located above the garage has its own entrance with garden area, bedroom, shower room and can be made available fully furnished and equipped.
The property is reached is reached via a driveway which leads to a parking/turning area.

The land and surrounding area are a haven for wildlife and birds. The area is also a highly popular tourist destination with an excellent range of attractions and activities available on your doorstep including a number of Equestrian facilities, hill walking, golfing, fishing, the Caledonian Canal, Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness with its infamous Loch Ness Monster.

Facilities nearest to the property can be found at Drumnadrochit approximately 6 miles away and include a general store, Post Office, medical centre and small selection of bespoke retail outlet. Primary education is provided at nearby Balnain Primary School while Secondary pupils attend Glenurquhart High School in Drumnadrochit, to which bus transport is provided.

Inverness, the main business and commercial centre in the Highlands is approximately 22 miles away and offers extensive shopping, leisure and entertainment facilities along with excellent road, rail and air links to the South and beyond.