Detached house for sale in Kilvaxter, Kilmuir IV51

The Old Post Office, 3 Kilvaxter is a traditional stone built former croft house which has been part modernised by the current owners and run as a successful Bed & Breakfast establishment. The original post office to the side of the property still requires modernisation and upgrading but offers purchasers the potential for a variety of uses including additional living accommodation, a gallery or even a tearoom, subject to any necessary planning consents.
The renovated property benefits from UPVC double glazing and lpg central heating supplemented by the log burning stove in the lounge.
The current owners offer evening meals to their guests and benefit from a liquor license.
From the rear of the property there are uninterrupted views over the open croftland towards Ascrib Isles and Waternish and across the Minch to the Western Isles.
The property is accessed from the township road by a gravel driveway and sits in a generous garden extending to 1/3 acre or thereby (to be confirmed by Title Deed).

Location:
The crofting township of Kilvaxter is situated on the Trotternish Peninsula in north Skye and lies approximately 5 miles north of Uig. There is a small primary school and community hall only a short walk away, whilst Uig offers a selection of small shops, filling station, pub and hotel, the Isle of Skye brewery and it is also the ferry port to the Western Isles. A wider range of facilities, including a secondary school (to which a free school bus service is provided) are available in Portree, the principal town on the island which is located approximately 35 minutes away by car.

Accommodation:
Ground Floor:
Entrance Porch:
Accessed via a glazed UPVC door to the side. Windows to the front and side. Ceramic tile floor. Glazed double doors through to the hallway. Size: 4’ 9” x4’ 2” (1.44m x 1.27m)

Hallway:
Affording access to the lounge, kitchen and bedroom 3. Stair to first floor. Ceramic tile floor. Radiator. Size: 13’ 5” max x 10’ 0” max (4.09m max x 3.05m max)

Lounge:
Window to the front. Wood burning stove set in a slate surround. Laminate flooring. Radiator. Door through to the Old Post Office. Size: 13’ 1” x 11’ 8” (3.99m x 3.57m)

Kitchen:
Fitted with a good range of base and wall units. Integral electric oven and gas hob. Stainless steel sink. Plumbing for dishwasher. Ceramic tile floor. Size: 9’ 11” x 7’ 5” (3.02m x 2.26m)

Bedroom 3:
A double room with window to the front. Laminate flooring. Radiator. Door to en-suite shower room. Size: 13’ 0” max x 11’ 1” max (3.98m max x 3.40m max)
En-Suite:
Fitted with a three piece suite comprising wash hand basin, WC and corner shower fitted with an electric Mira shower. Wet wall panelling to the shower. Ceramic tile floor. Size: 6’ 7” x 3’0” (2.02m x 1.18m)

The Old Post Office:
The former old post office side of the property offers the potential for modernisation and upgrading and for a variety of uses subject to any necessary planning consents.
Main Room:
The main area to the front has a door and two windows to the front with a smaller window to the rear. Exposed stone walls. Open doorway to rear room. Size: 27’ 8” x 13’ 9” (8.43m x 4.19m)
Rear Room:
Currently used as a utility room having a sink unit and plumbing for a washing machine.
Windows to both sides and the rear with door to the side. Size: 21’ 8” x 13. 2” (6.61m x 4.03m)

First Floor:
Landing:
Affording access to the two first floor en-suite bedrooms. Fitted carpet. Velux window to the rear. Coombed ceiling. Size: 8’ 5” max x 8’ 0” max (2.58m max x 2.45m max)

Bedroom 1:
A good size double room with window to the front and velux window to the rear. Laminate flooring. Radiator. Door to en-suite bathroom. Coombed ceiling. Size: 13’ 6” max x 13’ 3” max (4.13m max x 4.05m max)
En-Suite:
Fitted with a three piece suite comprising wash hand basin, WC and small bath with an electric Mira shower over. Wet wall panelling to bath area. Ceramic tile floor. Ladder radiator. Velux window to the rear. Coombed ceiling. Size: 7’ 11” x 4’ 4” (2.41m x 1.33m)

Bedroom 2:
A good size double room with window to the front and velux window to the rear. Laminate flooring. Radiator. Door to en-suite shower room. Coombed ceiling. Size: 13’ 4” x 11’ 10” (4.08m x 3.62m)
En-Suite
Fitted with a three piece suite comprising wash hand basin, WC and corner shower fitted with an electric Mira shower over. Wet wall panelling to bath area. Ceramic tile floor. Ladder radiator. Window to the front. Coombed ceiling. Size: 8’ 5” x 5’ 0” (2.58m x 1.52m)

External:
The property is accessed from the township road via a large gravel driveway with parking for a number of vehicles.
The Old Post Office has a generous garden extending to 1/3 acre or thereby (to be confirmed by Title Deed).
The garden is laid mainly to grass with a number of trees and bushes.

Services: Mains water and electricity. Drainage to septic tank. Lpg fired central heating.

Extras: The majority of the contents may be available by separate negotiation.

Council Tax: Band C

Home Report Pack: On Request

EPC Rating: E (46)

Viewings: Strictly by appointment through this agency.

Directions: Heading north out of Uig follow the A855 for approximately 6 miles. The Old Post Office is located on the left-hand side of the road.