Glentore Cottage is a delightful detached cottage set in unspoiled countryside close to local amenities and within commuting distance of Inverness City.
The property consists of a three bedroom cottage with a self contained studio, a workshop with commercial use or a chalet which requires some upgrading but could provide additional accommodation or income and a port-a-cabin which has commercial planning permission.
Built in the early 1900’s the cottage has been sympathicatly upgraded and retains much of its original charm including beamed ceilings, sash and case windows and deep window ledges and part double glazed.
The cottage benefits from oil fired central heating supplemented by a wood burning stove in the kitchen and lpg for cooking, while the studio has electric heating and is partially double glazed.
The property represents the opportunity to purchase a lifestyle change which could provide an additional source of income or a holiday home given its location.
The cottage accommodation consists of a kitchen/breakfast room with Bespoke handcrafted hardwood free standing units, Belfast sink, original stone walling, decorative slated floor, log feature beams and part double glazed picture windows over looking the side garden. Integrated dish washer, fridge/freezer, 5 burner gas hob with electric oven and wood burning stove, a utility room is equipped with a washing machine and dryer, and large wall shelving, a lounge and dining room both double aspect with beamed ceilings and deep window ledges, three double bedrooms all with built in wardrobes, study room and family bathroom which comprises of a three piece suite in white and birchwood panelling to dado height.
The studio, which, is at the rear of the cottage has its own front door, which, consists of an open plan kitchen/dining/bedroom area with a separate shower room.
The elevated wooden workshop/chalet is partially completed with power and new kitchen units while the port-a-cabin has power, planning consent for commercial use and parking.
The gardens which surround the property extend to approximately ¾ of an acre and are mainly laid to grass with a variety of mature shrubs and trees. A gravelled driveway leads to the property and provides ample off street parking for 4 or more cars. There is also a garden shed and log store.
The cottage is set amongst stunning countryside with the river Enrick close by and viewing is highly recommended for one to fully appreciate the location.
The village of Drumnadochit is close by where the local primary and Glen Urquhart high schools are located and offers a wide variety of local amenities including general store, post office, garage, surgery, police station and a selection of hotels and eateries. A good range of outdoor persuits are available in the area close by along with a variety of tourist attractions including Glen Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness and the cottage makes an ideal base from where to explore the highlands.
Inverness, the main business and commercial centre in the Highlands, is approximately 18 miles away and offers extensive shopping, leisure and entertainment facilities along with excellent road rail and air links to the south and Europe.
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