Foyers Bay Country House Lower Foyers, Loch-ness

Foyers Bay Country House Lower Foyers, Loch-ness

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Grand eight bedroom country house set in private gardens close to the shores of Loch Ness Spacious rooms retaining original features Ideal large family home or sporting lodge Currently running as a successful B & B EPC Rating G16 Inverness 19 miles Inverness Airport 28 miles Guide Price 490,000 Foyers Bay Country House Situation The property is in the village of Lower Foyers, close to the south side of Loch Ness. Local amenities in the village include a small shop and cafe, post office, medical centre, nursery and primary school. Older children are taken daily by school bus to Inverness, which is approximately 19 miles away. Surrounded by stunning scenery, this is an ideal location for walking, riding and fishing or boating yet still within easy commuting distance of Inverness. Description Foyers Bay Country House is a beautiful property which retains original features. Built in 1890 this detached Victorian Villa has been sympathetically upgraded and extended and is currently trading as a Bed and Breakfast. The property offers numerous possibilities and could continue trading as a B&B but it would also be ideal as a large family home or sporting lodge with country sports abundant in the area. The property sits in mature gardens extending to approximately 1 acre (0.44 Ha) which is a haven for wildlife and birdlife with deer, pine martens and pheasants being regular visitors. The elevated position gives lovely Loch and countryside views. A tarmac road alongside the front garden to the side of Foyers Bay House. From here a gravel path leads to the glazed entrance door which opens to a large vestibule which has two WC s. An internal door leads to the main hallway which has a door to the left to the main lounge and access to an inner hall and bedroom. A grand staircase rises to the upper floor. The inner hall leads to the sitting room, a further bedroom, bathroom and kitchen.

The sitting room is a spacious and light room with a large bay and side window taking in the stunning views to Loch Ness. A central feature is provided by a stone fireplace with stone hearth which houses a multi-fuel stove. Bedroom 8 lies off the inner hall which overlooks the side garden. This bedroom benefits from having a bathroom to the side with a three piece suite in white with a shower over the bath. The kitchen has a range of floor and wall units in oak with a roll top worksurface. There are two gas hobs and two electric hobs and also an electric barbeque. A Bosch dishwasher, integral electric oven and Beko fridge are included in the sale. A window overlooks the side garden. A door leads to a useful utility area which in turn take you to the side garden. An added benefit is a second utility area which has a double sink and ample storage units with a stainless steel worksurface. A rear porch is also accessed from the kitchen and this has a staircase to the upper floor. Returning to the main hall there is a further en-suite bedroom which has an external access door. The large lounge has a large bay window overlooking the front garden again enjoying the lovely views. An open fire sits upon a tiled fireplace and has an ornate wooden hearth around. This room also has a corner bar. A glazed door leads to the conservatory which is fully glazed and has patio doors to the garden. There is a small kitchen area within the conservatory which is ideal for entertaining. From the main hall the staircase rises to the upper floor and the landing which accesses the remaining bedrooms. Bedroom 1 which has an en-suite shower room has dual aspect windows allowing plenty of natural light and a door which leads to a lovely balcony which overlooks the garden and enjoys the Loch views. Bedroom 2 shares the same outlook and also has access to the balcony area and an ensuite shower room. Bedroom 3 also shares the same outlook but without access to the balcony area. It has an en-suite shower room. Bedrooms 4 and 5 are also en-suite and overlook the side garden. At this point a door leads to the rear hall and bedroom 6 which is a family room with a separate entrance to another attached bedroom which is idea for young families. This area could also be used as a dressing room. Again there is an en-suite shower room. This hallway leads back to the rear staircase and the rear entrance porch. External The property is set in generous garden grounds where you can watch the abundant wildlife with deer and red squirrels regular visitors. The birdlife is abundant and pheasants visit daily. The front garden is laid to lawn and bounded by hedging and wood paneled fencing. The driveway has a separate exit to the rear if required and there is parking for several vehicles. To the rear of the property is a stone byre which offers plenty of storage. There is also an enclosed patio area which is ideal for pets. 4

Services Mains electricity and water LPG heating Shared private drainage Council Tax Band A due to current owner s accommodation being rated and the remainder of the property being 0 rated. Notes White goods mentioned in this brochure are included in the sale. Some furniture may be available by separate negotiation. Viewings Strictly by appointment with Bell Ingram, Inverness 01463 717799

Important Notice These sale particulars were prepared on the basis of information provided to us by our clients and/or our local knowledge. Whilst we make every reasonable effort to ensure that they are correct, no warranty or guarantee is given and prospective purchasers should not rely upon them as statements or representations of fact. Furthermore neither Bell Ingram Limited or its directors or employees assume any responsibility therefore. In particular: i) prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the structural condition of any buildings or other erections and the state of repair of any services, appliances, equipment or facilities; ii) any photographs included in these particulars are for general information only and any furniture or contents shown in these photographs are not included in the sale unless this is expressly stated in these particulars; and iii) any descriptions, measurements or dimensions quoted are approximate only and references to conditions, planning permissions, services, usage, construction, fittings & fixtures and moveable items are for guidance only. "DoubleClick Insert MAP"

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