Fodderty Lodge, By Dingwall, Ross-shire

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1 Fodderty Lodge, By Dingwall, Ross-shire

2 Fodderty Lodge, By Dingwall, Ross-shire, IV15 9UE A country manse built in 1730 and standing in its own grounds with three adjoining cottages, midway between Dingwall and the Victorian spa village of Strathpeffer in the heart of Mackenzie Country. Dingwall 3 miles, Strathpeffer 4 miles, Inverness 17 miles, Inverness Airport 23 miles (Mileages are approximate). Fodderty Lodge Entrance porch/sun room Sitting room Dining room Dining kitchen Utility room Office/ study Two shower rooms Cellar Rear porch 3 Double bedrooms En suite/bathroom 3 Attic bedrooms Honeysuckle Cottage Kitchen/diner Sitting room Bathroom 3 Bedrooms, one en-suite Lodge Barn Kitchen Sitting and dining room Bathroom Double bedroom Attic room East Wing Kitchen/dining room Sitting room Double bedroom with en-suite WC Historical Note Fodderty Lodge is a C listed building which was built in 1730 by the Countess of Cromartie as a manse for the Minister of Fodderty Church. The original date stone appears above the door to the main house and there is also a marriage stone in the dining room in the names of the original occupants. During the mid 1800 s the house became a shooting lodge before evolving into a magnificent family home. The property A charming C listed period home, full of character and a host of features including original woodwork, fireplaces and ceiling cornicing. Its sale provides a rarely available lifestyle opportunity in idyllic surroundings. The generous proportions, layout and flexibility of the accommodation will appeal to a variety of buyers, particularly those looking for a property which provides established and popular selfcatering accommodation. In recent years Fodderty Lodge has been a family run enterprise geared to reflect the differing needs of families, couples, friends and single people with very flexible self-catering accommodation. Fodderty Lodge itself is entered via a large porch/sun room leading into the welcoming broad hallway. There are two front facing public rooms overlooking the extensive gardens. The sitting room and dining rooms both have bay windows and a host of features which include coving and skirtings. The house flows particularly well and is ideal for entertaining between the public rooms and kitchen. A door from the dining room leads to the breakfasting/dining area and kitchen. The kitchen is well equipped with a range of wall and base storage units, larder, 4-door Aga and stainless steel sink. There is a utility room and home office study located off the kitchen. The rear hall gives access to shower room, a very useful basement/wine cellar and rear porch. The rear porch has a second staircase which leads upstairs to two bedrooms and bathroom. There is a connecting door from one of the bedrooms which leads to the main staircase and additional bedrooms space, highlighting the flexibility and numerous options. The main staircase accessed from the hallway leads to a shower room on the mid landing and two large double bedrooms. On the floor above there are a further two attic bedrooms. All three self-catering properties are accessed to the rear of the property by a separate driveway

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5 which ensures privacy to the front of Fodderty Lodge which has its own access. Lodge Barn is a bright and airy property with a distinctive vaulted ceiling and two large skylights which flood the open plan kitchen/ sitting room with natural light. A door leads to a family bathroom and bedroom and staircase up to a further attic bedroom. East Wing has an open plan kitchen/sitting area, WC and two bedrooms and Honeysuckle Cottage has a sitting room, en suite bedroom, dining kitchen, bathroom and two upstairs attic bedrooms. Outside The garden grounds are an undoubted feature of this fantastic property. Extending to approximately 1.9 acres, the mature trees which include cherry and lime trees amongst others, provide a great deal of privacy and seclusion. There are plant and shrub borders, an orchard, lawn, greenhouse and a garden shed. The gardens are a nice place to relax and unwind with lovely uninterrupted views over Knockfarrel and The Cat s Back. There is a garage with power and lighting adjacent to driveway. Location Fodderty Lodge is located midway between Dingwall and Strathpeffer and is surrounded by an abundance of nature walks and lots of birdlife. Strathpeffer is an enchanting Victorian Spa village. The original Spa Pavilion within the village has been restored and now serves as a multi purpose venue for a variety of events. The market town of Dingwall was made a Royal Burgh in 1226 and later continued as the county town of Ross-shire. In more recent times Dingwall has easy access by rail and road to outstanding local scenery as well as Scotland s northern highlands and the north-west coast. The town centre has a wide range of shops and banks and there is also a Tesco superstore conveniently located. There are a host of activities available nearby including hillwalking, mountain biking, fishing and golfing Strathpeffer has an excellent primary school and medical centre. Fodderty Lodge is within the catchment of Strathpeffer primary school. Dingwall has one secondary and two primary schools and is well served by medical, dental and legal practices. Inverness is very much the commercial and business centre for the Highlands of Scotland and is convenient for the Airport which is located to the East of the city. The airport provides a variety of domestic and European flights. Inverness also has excellent public transport links with good bus and rail connections. General Services: Mains electricity & water. Private drainage via septic tank. Electric storage heating. Fixtures and Fittings: All fitted carpets and integrated kitchen appliances including the 4-door oil-fired AGA are to be included in the sale. Other items are available subject to separate negotiation. Council Tax: The property has been assessed for council tax purposes as Band F. EPC Rating: F Solicitors: Katie Dollman, Masson & Cairns, Strathspey House, Grantown on Spey, PH26 3EQ tel: Local Authority: Highland Council, Glenurquhart Road, Inverness, IV3 5NX. Tel: Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Strutt & Parker. Possession: Vacant possession will be given on completion. Offers: Offers are to be submitted in Scottish legal terms to the selling agents Strutt and Parker, 9-11 Bank Lane, Inverness, IV1 1WA. A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order to be kept fully informed of any closing date that may be fixed.

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8 Honeysuckle Cottage Honeysuckle Cottage Honeysuckle Cottage Honeysuckle Cottage

9 Lodge Barn Lodge Barn Lodge Barn Lodge Barn

10 The East Wing Apartment The East Wing Apartment The East Wing Apartment Orchard

11 View towards Knockfarrel

12 Vx Vx Floorplans House internal area 276 sq m For identification purposes only. Fodderty Lodge, By Dingwall Porch DN Cellar 15'5 x 12' x 3.81m Directions From Inverness follow the A9 to Dingwall following the signs for Strathpeffer. Take the A834 to Strathpeffer and half a mile after the railway bridge you will enter the hamlet of Fodderty. Turn left up the single track, where you will find the property located on the right hand side. Study 10'1 x 7' x 2.15m Utility 10'0 x 7' x 2.26m Kitchen 15'0 x 12' x 3.83m Shower Room Dining Area 12'0 x 6' x 2.03m C DN Dining Room 19'1 x 13' x 4.03m Hall S Front Porch 16'3 x 6' x 1.98m Sitting Room 19'1 x 16' x 5.00m Bedroom 15'7 x 13' x 3.96m Bathroom 11'5 x 7' x 2.13m FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 2 17'5 x 13' x 4.08m Hall DN S S Master Bedroom 17'5 x 16' x 5.14m Shower 8'3 x 6' x 2.00m DN S Bedroom 15'5 x 11' x 3.48m DN Bedroom 11'2 x 9' x 2.92m DN Bedroom 17'0 x 11' x 3.50m SECOND FLOOR Inverness 9-11 Bank Lane, Inverness, IV1 1WA inverness@struttandparker.com /struttandparker 60 offices across England and Scotland, including Prime Central London SKETCH PLAN FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY All measurements walls, doors, windows, fittings and appliances, their sizes and locations, are approximate only. They cannot be regarded as being a representation by the seller, nor their agent. Produced by Potterplans Ltd IMPORTANT NOTICE Strutt & Parker LLP gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptions, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. Strutt & Parker LLP does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. Strutt & Parker LLP does not accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. If there is anything of particular importance to you, please contact this office and Strutt & Parker will try to have the information checked for you. Photographs taken April Particulars prepared April 2017.