The Property
Recently redecorated, this extensively modernised and upgraded detached bungalow is
situated in the beautiful hamlet of Scarfskerry. Much work has gone into this property
to turn it from two cottages, originally built circa 1860, into a superb family home
with all mod cons. Accommodation comprises three bedrooms, kitchen / lounge, conservatory,
bathroom and three outbuildings. The property benefits from oil central heating and uPVC
double glazing throughout. The property also benefits from having 1.75 acres of land,
suitable for equestrian use, just across the quiet public road.
The Area
Scarfskerry is a former fishing hamlet and has a harbour. Crossroads primary school is about two
miles away. Mey is about two miles to the east. Dunnet is three miles to the west and Thurso about
thirteen miles away. Thurso is the largest of the two principal towns of Caithness. Nursery,
primary, secondary and college education can be obtained within the town. There is a main line
railway station and bus depot together with airport facilities which can be obtained in the town
of Wick. There are a number of amenities/facilities available in the town of Thurso including public
swimming pool, leisure centre, squash club and boating pond together with a range of shops and
restaurants.
Accommodation comprising...
FULLY-GLAZED uPVC DOOR TO -
Conservatory
6.60m x 2.85m with one double power point, two double radiators, one telephone point
and one television point.
Lounge / Kitchen
6.55m x 4.39m with two double power points, one triple power point, one double radiator,
one television point. With fitted base units with stainless steel sink and drainer, plumbed
for washing machine and dishwasher, oil-fired Rayburn, full-height fitted cupboard with
oil-fired central heating boiler and hot water tank and featuring original wooden flooring,
wood-lined ceiling and partial wood-lined wall.
Hallway
11.33m x 1.20m at widest with four single power points, one single radiator, double doors
to storage cupboard and featuring a wood-lined ceiling.
Master Bedroom
4.48m x 3.86m with one double power point, one single power point, one single radiator and a wash hand basin.
Bathroom
2.11m x 1.73m with WC, wash hand basin, bath, electric shower over bath and one single radiator.
Bedroom 2
4.30m x 2.92m with two double power points, one double radiator and a wash hand basin.
Bedroom 3
3.58m x 3.35m with two single power points, one double radiator and featuring an original stone-built
fireplace and wood-lined ceiling. Inter-connecting door to bedroom 2.
General
To the front of the property there is an area of grass with shrubs. A driveway leads from the
public road to a hard-standing with parking for several vehicles and to a courtyard with flagstone
paving. There is a walled garden with lawn and shrubs. Outside the walled garden is an additional,
fenced area with grass and shrubs.
There are three outbuildings;
1) 2.20m x 1.66m
2) 5.30m x 4.00m, partly derelict.
3) 15.46m x 6.20m with a pitched roof, double sliding doors and with water and electrical supplies.
Across the public road to the north of the property there is a paddock extending to 1.75 acres.
The property enjoys extensive views over open countryside and towards Dunnet Head, the most northerly point on the British Mainland.
Included in the price are the kitchen dresser, hanging utensil rack, all kitchen shelves, kitchen mirror, bathroom cabinet, all curtains, blinds, light fittings / shades and fitted carpets.
POSTCODE
KW14 8XN Click here for a map!
COUNCIL TAX
Band B
PRICE
Offers over £145,000 to be lodged with the Selling Agent, Georgesons.
VIEWING
By appointment via Georgesons, Wick (01955) 606060 or Thurso (01847) 892225.
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