Dorrery Lodge, Scotscalder Halkirk, Caithness, KW12 6YW bellingram.co.uk
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Dorrery Lodge, Dorrery, Halkirk Grand Edwardian Shooting Lodge set in 7.9 acres (3.2ha) acres of grounds in the Hamlet of Dorrery, Halkirk Upgraded to a high standard Character and charm with many original fittings Nine bedrooms and three bathrooms Large steading with development potential (subject to necessary consents) Halkirk 7 miles Thurso 12 miles Inverness 22 Market Brae, Inverness, IV23AB enquiries@bellingram.co.uk 01463 717799
Location Dorrery Lodge is set in the small Hamlet of Dorrery, lying to the east of Ben Dorrery in the district of Halkirk in Caithness. The Lodge offers a quiet private retreat on the edge of the Flow Country famed for its wildlife, the house is situated close to the Thurso and Forrs Rivers in the heart of one of Europe's largest nature reserves. The rural district of Dorrery is situated approximately seven miles from Halkirk and 12 miles from Thurso and has local shopping facilities, sub-post Office, hairdressers, garage, hotels and equestrian events which take place in the indoor arena. Within the village are the local doctor s surgery and Primary School. Thurso, one of the two main towns of the district has shopping, professional, medical and educational facilities. From Thurso there are regular bus and rail services south and from Wick airport, there are regular scheduled air services. Inverness is approximately two hours drive. Description This is a unique opportunity to purchase this imposing former shooting lodge which was built circa 1904. The property is steeped in history with the tower bearing the Royal cypher of King Edward VII. Offering superb open panoramic views to the surrounding countryside the property benefits from oil central heating. The current owners have retained many of the original period features throughout, including the Edwardian Billiards room/library. Outside there is a stone steading. The land extends to approximately 7.9 acres (3.2ha) including paddock and offers a quiet private retreat yet only a short distance from the village of Halkirk. A tree lined driveway sweeps to the front door which opens to the lobby. Doors lead to the billiards room and hallway. The billiards room has triple aspect windows allowing plenty of light and has original wood panelling and extensive book shelving and a full-size billiards table which is included in the sale. A grand wooden fire surround houses an open fire on a tiled hearth (capped). Doors leads to a cloaks room with WC and to the dining room. The large dining room has a large window to the rear overlooking the garden and a hatch to the large open plan kitchen. Another door leads to the main hall which has a staircase to the upper floor. The Drawing room (lounge) lies opposite the dining room and overlooks the gardens and paddock. One end of this unusual room forms part of the turret and provides a bright reading corner. A central feature is the fireplace with slate hearth and surround housing a calor gas fire. From the main hall, a doorway leads to the inner hall to the left of which is a snug which could also be used as a downstairs bedroom with wood panelled walls and lovely garden views. To the right is the galley style utility room/bulters pantry with Caithness stone floor which leads through to the large open plan kitchen. There is a good range of the original floor and wall units offering excellent storage and an oil-fired AGA for cooking. From the inner hall access is gained to, the servants wing, the rear lobby and store and in turn rear entrance. The servants wing has an office, walk-in pantry and large utility room/laundry and three bedrooms and bathroom on the upper floor. Returning to the main hallway, the staircase rises to the upper floor landing. All the bedrooms are double in size and enjoy rural views. Some feature the original cast iron fireplaces and all have decorative coving. The family bathroom has a Victorian style bath with shower over, the original WC and sink and has wood panelled walls. Bathroom 2 has a three-piece suite in white as does bathroom 3. Outside The property sits in approximately 7.9 acres (3.2 ha) of garden grounds which are mainly laid to lawn and planted with shrubs and bushes. A delightful wooded area floods with snowdrops in the Spring and the paddock makes ideal grazing. The gardens are bounded by stock fencing and Caithness stone built walls. The paddock to the west is stock fenced. 4
Attached to the property is a large gun room, ideal for storing kit. A deer larder, paint store and wood store. The steading sits away from the property and has two storeys and is ideal for conversion. This could also be converted back to stabling if required. Directions From Inverness take the A9 and continue for 99.9 miles until you reach a sign post for Halkirk 2 ½ miles. Take a left turn and follow this road to the end and then turn right. Continue through Halkirk and turn left at the signpost for Calder (Comliefoot Drive). Continue along this road (the loch should be on your right) until you reach the end and go straight ahead into the driveway of Dorrery Lodge. Services Oil fired central heating and AGA Electricity Mains water Private drainage Bottled Calor gas Council Tax Local Authority Name: Council Tax Band: F EPC Rating F31 Fixtures and fittings Some contents are available by separate negotiation and an inventory of those items will be drawn up for interested parties. Servitude rights, burdens and wayleaves The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves, including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether contained in the Title Deeds or informally constituted and whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. The Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied himself as to the nature of all such servitude rights and others. Entry By mutual arrangement Offers Offers must be submitted in Scottish legal terms to the Selling Agents. A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the Selling Agents following inspection. Viewing Strictly by appointments with Bell Ingram 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.
22 Market Brae, Inverness, IV23AB Tel: 01463 717799 Fax: 01463 716699 bellingram.co.uk inverness@bellingram.co.uk