Sandaig. Knoydart, Inverness-shire

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1 Sandaig Knoydart, Inverness-shire

2 Sandaig Knoydart, Inverness-shire PH41 4PL Fort William 38 miles Inverness Airport, 107 miles A superb 105 acre estate with spacious accommodation and a private bay and shore front to Loch Nevis Sandaig House Entrance hallway Grand hall Family room Open plan kitchen and dining room 6 bedrooms 5 bathrooms Minstrels gallery Secondary kitchen room & dining area room Annexe Open plan kitchen, dining room, sitting room Two bedrooms 2 bathrooms (both en suite) room Private bay & about 105 acres in all

3 Location Sandaig occupies a truly enviable elevated setting on the western peninsula of Knoydart. Well known for being home to the remotest pub in mainland Britain, Knoydart also hit the headlines when it became one of the first estates to complete a community buy out through the Knoydart foundation, paving the way for similar approaches along the Western Isles. Knoydart itself is accessed via ferry from Mallaig to Inverie or on foot for those displaying youthfull exuberance. Life on Knoydart centres around the community in Inverie, which lies on the northern shores of Loch Nevis. Inverie has a lively pub, guest house, restaurant, post office, coffee shop and a primary school. The village thrives on tourism with holiday cottages, campsites, horse walks and various other outdoor pursuits at the heart of the community. The fishing town of Mallaig, home to the mainland port, provides a range of shops, a hotel, banks, schools, convenience stores and access to the national rail network. Further shopping, including larger supermarkets, leisure facilities and access into the highlands can be found in Fort William, which lies approximately 45 miles to the east of Mallaig. For those super commuters the sleeper train operates from Fort William directly into London Euston Station. Situation proudly on the Knoydart hillside surrounded by 100 acres of moorland and woodlands, Sandaig is a unique prospect. One of the greatest appeals of the estate is Sandaig Bay itself. The ownership of a private bay is one that cannot be claimed by many. The bay itself offers wonderful opportunities for sea fishing, boating and sailing. The area is relatively well sheltered and a breakwater of boulders has been built at the head of the bay, thus providing a sheltered harbour, with two moorings and slipway. Historically there have also been deep water moorings a little further out. Two burns run through the land into the bay creating a lovely outlook as well as a generally peaceful rural atmosphere. At low tide there are beautiful white sands and at high tide the water line runs approximately 100m from the house. Sandaig Bay was reportedly featured in the top 50 best beaches in the world. Description Sandaig House as it is seen today is the culmination and collaboration of the former Sandaig House and Sandaig Lodge being merged into one substantial unit although the current owners still operate as two selfcontained units. The original house was formed through the conversion of Saint Anthony s Chapel and accordingly, Sandaig House has some incredible features including a vaulted cathedral style ceiling, minstrels gallery and magnificent open fireplaces. This section of the house serves itself with its own kitchen/family/dining room and could easily become a self-contained private residence again. The original Sandaig Lodge is equally formed of three bedrooms with a fourth bedroom acting as a study. The main reception rooms in each case carry great appeal with wonderful views and having adopted an modern open plan style offer tremendous versatility and space. The two properties are linked by a modern garden room which has the added benefit of underfloor heating and is accessed via the central courtyard. This is also a great place for decanting out of outdoor clothes due to the ample storage available. The property would benefit from some modernisation in places, however the extraordinary potential for a property of this scale in this setting is quite unrivalled. The Annexe To the rear of the property and adjoining the outer wall of the former Sandaig Lodge is a purpose built annexe. The property is ideal as a self catering holiday let or as an outhouse for those seeking a bit of independence. The accommodation comprises an open plan kitchen, dining room, sitting room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms (both en suite) and its own utility room. Gardens and Grounds With the hills of Knoydart including the three Munros on the peninsula (Ladhar Bheinn, Luinne Bheinn and Meall Buidhe) and spectacular bays all on your door step, formal gardens might not be the focal point of this property, however there is a superb 40ft by 9 ft greenhouse for cultivating those more precious species. The area immediately around the house does form a garden of mixed herbaceous borders and an orchard. Outbuildings In addition to the greenhouse and principal buildings there is a steel and galvaprime construction with a concrete floor. Size approximately (60 x30 ) Viewings Due to the logistics of viewing we recommend planning in advance. The ferry can be booked from Mallaig and on occasion the owner will have access to his own boat and will be happy to ferry people to the peninsula. Once on the peninsula the owners will collect and return to the port using a 4x4. If overnight stays are required accommodation is available in the village, alternatively please discuss with the selling agent. We would advise all travelling parties to check the weather forecast before travelling as the ferries will not run in high winds. General remarks Services The property has a superbly efficient solar system which provides electricity. This is formed of two banks of solar panels and two invertors. In addition to solar panels there is a 1100 gallon oil tank with two generators. The annexe, lodge and house are all served by their own individual boilers. Water supply and drainage are both private services with UV filters, sediment filters and a gravity and pump feed. Roads and Access The main road beyond the boundaries of the property is adopted and maintained by the local authority. Other nearby footpaths are likely to be maintained by either private landowners or the Knoydart Foundation. Site plan On the site plan the area shaded blue in the north western corner is owned by another family member. This land could be made available by separate negotiation, but would remain a separate transaction to that of any agreement with Sandaig House. EPC rating E Post Code PH41 4PL Outgoings Council Tax Band G 1938 for 2017/2018 with the Highland Council.

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5 2.30m x 3.00m (7'7" x 9'10") Sandaig, Konydart Gross internal area(approx.): sq m ( sq ft) For identification only. Not to Scale. Jaggy Pixels Imaging Ltd Oc Floorplans Total area: sq m ( sq ft) For identification only. Not to scale. Copyright JPI ltd. Sandaig, Konydart Gross internal area(approx.): sq m ( sq ft) For identification only. Not to Scale. Jaggy Pixels Imaging Ltd Oc 4.80m x 3.20m (15'9" x 10'6") 3.11m x 5.03m (10'2" x 16'6") 6.06m x 6.39m (19'11" x 20'11") 3.97m x 4.37m (13' x 14'4") 4.66m x 4.51m (15'3" x 14'9") 2.30m x 3.00m (7'7" x 9'10") 2.00m x 3.76m (6'7" x 12'4") 4.80m x 3.20m (15'9" x 10'6") 3.11m x 5.03m (10'2" x 16'6") 6.06m x 6.39m (19'11" x 20'11") 4.14m x 2.99m (13'7" x 9'10") 2.40m x 4.30m (7'10" x 14'1") 5.01m x 5.00m (16'5" x 16'5") 3.97m x 4.37m (13' x 14'4") 5.61m (18'5") max x 3.58m (11'9") 4.66m x 4.51m (15'3" x 14'9") 5.75m (18'10") max x 3.50m (11'6") Hallway 2.69m x 4.59m (8'10" x 15'1") Grand Hall 15.70m x 7.18m (51'6" x 23'7") 4.70m x 7.36m 4.14m (15'5" x 2.99m x 24'2") (13'7" x 9'10") 5.01m x 5.00m (16'5" x 16'5") 2.40m x 4.30m (7'10" x 14'1") 2.00m x 3.76m (6'7" x 12'4") Area 7.20m x 8.10m (23'7" x 26'7") Hallway 2.69m x 4.59m (8'10" x 15'1") Grand Hall 15.70m x 7.18m (51'6" x 23'7") 4.70m x 7.36m (15'5" x 24'2") Dressing 3.30m x 3.50m (10'10" x 11'6") 3.84m (12'7") max x 8.10m (26'7") 5.61m (18'5") max x 3.58m (11'9") Gallery 2.60m x 7.18m (8'6" x 23'7") 5.75m (18'10") max x 3.50m (11'6") Ground Floor First Floor Area 7.20m x 8.10m (23'7" x 26'7") Dressing 3.30m x 3.50m (10'10" x 11'6") 3.84m (12'7") max x 8.10m (26'7") Gallery 2.60m x 7.18m (8'6" x 23'7")

6 NOTE - Published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct its accuracy is not guaranteed. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office Crown copyright licence number Savills (L&P) Limited. NOTE - Published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct its accuracy is not guaranteed. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office Crown copyright licence number Savills (L&P) Limited.

7 Savills Glasgow savills.co.uk IMPORTANT NOTICE Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1.They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise CE.