Ellerslie 47 Midmills Road, Inverness

Ellerslie 47 Midmills Road, Inverness

Ellerslie 47 Midmills Road, Inverness, IV2 3NZ A beautifully presented and extended period home located in the much sought after location of Crown in Inverness. Inverness City Centre 0.7 miles, Inverness Airport 8.5 miles (mileages are approximate) Ground Floor: Entrance vestibule Main hallway Drawing room Dining room Sitting room Kitchen with Breakfast area Storage cupboards WC Utility room Study Bedroom with en suite bathroom Storage cupboard First Floor: 3 further double bedrooms (all with en suite shower) Family bathroom Storage cupboard Upper Floor: Attic bedroom Storage rooms

The property Ellerslie is a substantial family home built in 1885 and is situated in the highly desirable and popular residential area of Crown. It occupies a corner plot on both Midmills Road and Crown Drive and is within close proximity to the city centre. This rare opportunity to the market will suit a number of buyers due to the flexible living accommodation throughout. The property was extended to the rear in 2006/2007 which included the addition of the bedroom suite and the breakfast room. There was also extensive refurbishment works carried out at the same time including: re-wiring, re-plumbing, dormer window added to the attic bedroom, en suites added to three of the bedrooms and work to the garage. Although the property has been significantly upgraded and improved by the current owners it still retains many of the traditional period features such as raised skirtings, cornicing, picture rails, alcoves and feature fireplaces. The property is entered via the vestibule which leads into the main hallway. The broad hallway has many interesting features including two arches and stained glass windows which surround the front door. The drawing room is located to the front of the property and is bright and airy and generous in size. There is a working fireplace with slate hearth, picture rail and bay window. The dining room is to the side of the property and has a double aspect window with window seat and an original fireplace. The kitchen/breakfast room is to the rear and can be accessed via the main hallway or sitting room. This room is of generous proportion and has views over the landscaped garden grounds. The kitchen comes complete with a range of wall and base storage units with granite worktop and integrated appliances including 5 ring burner hob, double oven, dishwasher and fridge. The breakfast area is bright with lots of natural light and has plenty of space for a table and chairs. There is a hallway between the kitchen and main hallway which has 2 cupboards offering further storage. The utility room is entered via the kitchen and has storage cupboards, a pulley and space for white goods. There is a cloakroom toilet and a door leading out to the rear garden from the utility room. The sitting room is located to the front of the property and has the original fireplace with gas fire along with high skirtings, cornicing and picture rails. There are steps leading down to the study which has an exposed stone wall and library shelves. The study leads on to the bedroom suite which is generous in size with fitted wardrobes and patio doors which lead out to the decked area in the rear garden. The en suite comes complete with a bath, WC, heated towel rail, wash hand basin with vanity unit and walk in shower. There is also a boiler/ airing cupboard in the small hallway to the bedroom suite. The striking staircase leads to the half landing which has an arched bay window with stained glass panels overlooking the rear garden and beyond to the Moray Firth. From the generous first floor landing are three double bedrooms all with en suite shower rooms and a family bathroom which comes complete with corner bath, WC, walk in shower, wash hand basin, bidet and storage cupboard. There is also a linen cupboard on the first floor landing. A staircase from the first floor leads up to the 2nd floor attic bedroom which is spacious in size and has stunning views over Inverness, the Moray Firth and Black Isle. There are two smaller rooms located off which provide additional storage.

Outside The driveway is approached via Crown Drive and has ample off-street parking for several vehicles. There is a detached timber garage beside the driveway which has an electric door, power and lighting. The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn and extends to around 1/3 of an acre. The landscaped grounds are beautifully maintained and well established with a variety of plants, trees and shrubs, enclosed by a stone wall and fence to give privacy. There is also a paved patio, decked area, summer house and an enclosed drying area to the rear garden. A large basement is located to the rear of the property with steps leading down and comprises of various compartments providing a workbench and additional storage space. The garden to the front of the property is mainly laid to lawn with plant and shrub borders and a hedge giving further privacy from the road. There are paved and gravel paths leading to both the front gate and a sheltered terraced area to the front of the study room. A shed is also located in the corner of the garden. Location The property is located in a much admired, desirable location in the heart of Inverness only a short distance from the city centre and convenient for the local highly regarded schools and amenities. There are countless things to see and do including the tree lined walk to Ness Islands, Inverness Castle and Cathedral. Eden Court Theatre is the city s main venue for drama and entertainment, presenting a varied year-round programme of shows to suit all tastes and there is an excellent selection of restaurants, bars and nightclubs. 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 only around 9 miles away. The airport provides a variety of domestic and European flights. Inverness also has excellent public transport links with good bus and rail connections. There is a host of both primary and secondary school options in and around Inverness and for the outdoor enthusiast a wide range of pursuits including fishing, cycling, water sports, hill walking and golfing. General Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage, gas fired central heating, electric panel heating (2nd floor). Additional electric underfloor heating in the bathrooms/cloakroom on the ground and first floors. Fixtures and Fittings: All fitted carpets and integrated appliances are included in the sale. Solicitors: Donald Shaw, Allen & Shaw, 23 Academy Street, Inverness IV1 1JN. Tel: 01463 225555. Local Authority: Highland Council, Glenurquhart Road, Inverness, IV3 5NX. Tel: 01349 886606. Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Strutt & Parker. Council Tax: The property has been assessed for council tax purposes as Band G. EPC Rating: D. 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.

Directions From our office in Bank Lane turn left into Bank Street and at the traffic lights turn left into Bridge Street which leads into Castle Street. Proceed up the hill and turn first left into Old Edinburgh Road. Continue along this road to the traffic lights. At the traffic lights turn left into Southside Road and continue on this road to the next set of traffic lights. At the traffic lights at the junction continue straight ahead into Kingsmills Road passing Crown Primary School on the right hand side and veer right at the bend. This will take you onto Midmills Road. Continue on this road taking the next road on the right hand side (Midmills Road) and continue along this road to the very end where you will find the property located on the left had side on the corner between Midmills Road and Crown Drive. Inverness The Courier Building, 9-11 Bank Lane, Inverness, IV1 1WA 01463 719171 inverness@struttandparker.com struttandparker.com 55 offices across England and Scotland, including 10 offices in Central London 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 May 2016. Particulars prepared May 2016. Printed by Ravensworth B3662563/05/2016