The Old Manse Migdale Bonar Bridge by Ardgay Sutherland

The Old Manse Migdale Bonar Bridge by Ardgay Sutherland IV24 3AS Ardgay Station 3 miles, Dornoch 15 miles, Tain 15 miles, Inverness 39 miles, Inverness Airport 46 miles A substantial C listed former manse in the heart of the Highlands in some of the finest, tranquil scenery imaginable. Ground Floor: Hallway Sitting Room Dining Room Kitchen Study/Living Room Utility Room WC Upper Floor: 5 Double Bedrooms Bathroom WC Linen Cupboard

Description This 19th century Grade C stone built former Manse is a unique property full of character and charm set in a peaceful rural location, south facing with panoramic views from all aspects over the surrounding countryside. There are many period features, such as the beautiful woodwork of the staircase, the impressive entrance hall, wood panelled sash windows, panelled doors, deep skirtings, picture rails and fireplaces as well as deep coving and high ceilings. The house was totally rewired and replumbed in 2010 and the principle rooms have modern ring radiators, in keeping with the period of the house. All of the rooms are well proportioned and have a bright and airy feel with most enjoying open aspects of the local countryside and beyond. To the front of the house there is a pretty garden, laid to lawn and flower borders, behind original iron railings and a hornbeam and holly hedge. The main entrance is through a part glazed door into an outer hall which leads through a feature wood and glazed screen to a broad and welcoming inner hallway and original part galleried pitch pine staircase which gives access to the main living areas. The south facing sitting room has a Clearview wood burning stove on a Caithness slab, set in the original pitch pine fire surround and original pine flooring. The formal dining room is full of character and period charm and includes a Clearview wood burning stove on a Caithness slab with a distinctive original fire surround and original pine flooring, a decorative arch leads to the kitchen. The double aspect kitchen has ample space for a dining table and chairs and has a 4 oven oil-fired Aga and a handmade pine kitchen with Belfast sink and iroko worktops, the original bell box has been retained. Beyond the kitchen is a rear hall with larder cupboard, with access to passage leading to the back door and WC, utility room with oil fired boiler and single drainer stainless steel sink. The rear hall also leads to a further living room/study overlooking the garden to the east, which has a Morso wood burner on a Caithness slab. The upper floor of the property is accessed via the original staircase which features fine original turned pine balustrade and a large skylight which floods the stairway with natural light. At the top, the staircase splits and leads to front and rear landings which give access to 3 large double bedrooms to the front and a further 2 double bedrooms, linen cupboard, WC and bathroom, to the rear. Outside The rear entrance of the Old Manse is approached through a wooden gate into a gravelled area which provides ample room for parking several cars. The property has well presented gardens mainly laid to lawn interspersed with flower and shrub beds, fruit trees, a vegetable garden and a chicken run, all bounded by rabbit proof fencing and hedges. In addition there is also a woodshed. There is a garage and workshop attached to the rear of the house. Situation The Old Manse is positioned amidst some of the finest scenery in the Scottish Highlands around an hour s drive from Inverness. The surrounding area is peaceful and tranquil and surrounded by spectacular scenery, and makes the ideal, private, rural Highland retreat. There are an extensive range of outdoor pursuits including hillwalking, mountain biking, golfing, fishing, shooting and stalking. There are golf clubs located nearby, including the world famous championship course at Royal Dornoch, Tain and Golspie. There is also a nine hole golf course in the village of Bonar Bridge only a short walk from The Old Manse. The village of Bonar Bridge is a mile away and provides a range of services including a local primary school, library, bank, post office, a butcher renowned through the Highlands for their quality produce and a grocery with in-store bakery. There are also two public houses, a restaurant and other shops, as well as a health centre and cottage hospital. Secondary schooling is available at Tain or Dornoch with a school bus service from the village. The nearest railway station is situated at Ardgay, approximately 3 miles away, and runs a regular service to Inverness and beyond. There is also a regular bus service to Tain and Inverness. Tain, which is situated 15 miles south, has a range of supermarkets and other shops together with a leisure centre. Inverness provides a more extensive range of shops and entertainment and is easily accessible by road or rail. Inverness Airport has regular daily flights to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, and other UK destinations and regular flights to Amsterdam.

General Services Mains electricity and water with private drainage via septic tank. Oil fired central heating. Fixtures and Fittings All fitted carpets, blinds and integrated kitchen appliances are included in the sale. (Stair rods and stair carpet/runners not included). Council Tax The Old Manse has been assessed for council tax purposes as Band F. EPC Rating E Solicitors Wm.Skelton & Co, Castle Chambers, 49 High Street, Rothesay, Isle of Bute, PA20 9DB, Tel 01700 502881 Local Authority Highland Council, Glenurquhart Road, Inverness, IV3 5NX. Tel: 01463 702000. 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. Special Conditions of Sale 1. The purchaser shall within 5 days of conclusion of missives make payment as a guarantee for due performance of a sum equal to 10 per cent of the purchase price on which sum no interest will be allowed. Timeous payment of the said sum shall be a material condition of the contract. In the event that such payment is not made timeously the seller reserves the right to resile without further notice. The balance of purchase price will be paid by Bankers Draft at the date of entry and interest at five per cent above The Royal Bank of Scotland base rate current from time to time will be charged there on from the term of entry until payment. Consignation shall not avoid payment of the foregoing rate of interest. In the event of the purchase of any Lot(s) failing to make payment of the balance of the said price at the date of entry, payment of the balance of the purchase price on the due date being the essence of the contract, the seller shall be entitled to resile from the contract. The seller in that event reserves the right to resell or deal otherwise with the subjects of sale as he thinks fit. Furthermore he shall be entitled to retain in his hands the initial payment of ten per cent herein before referred to which shall be set off to account of any loss occasioned to him by the purchasers' failure and in the event of the loss being less than the amount of the said deposit the seller shall account to the purchasers for any balance thereof remaining in his hands. 2. The subjects will be sold subject to all rights of way, rights of access, wayleave, servitude, water rights, drainage and sewage rights, restrictions and burdens of whatever kind at present existing and whether contained in the Title Deeds or otherwise and whether formally constituted or not affecting the subjects of sale. 3. The seller shall be responsible for any rates, taxes and other burdens for the possession and for collection of income prior to the said date of entry. Where necessary, all rates, taxes and other burdens and income will be apportioned between the seller and the purchasers as at the said date of entry. 4. The minerals will be included in the sale of the property only insofar as the seller has rights thereto. Tel: 01463 719171 The Courier Building, 9-11 Bank Lane, Inverness, IV1 1WA inverness@struttandparker.com www.struttandparker.com Tel: 020 7629 7282 13 Hill Street, London W1J 5LQ london@struttandparker.com www.struttandparker.com Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Mapping with the permission of the Controller of Her Majesty s Stationery Office. Crown Copyright (ES763454). NOT TO SCALE Travel Directions From Inverness head north on the A9 heading towards Wick. Turn left on to the B9176 signposted Ardross/Lairg/Bonar Bridge/A836. Continue on this road entering Bonar Bridge, after crossing the bridge turn left to Lairg and immediately right passing the Kyle Bakery/Spar on your right. Continue along this road for 1.2 miles where you will find the property located on the right hand side at the junction signed to Migdale Loch. If you require this publication in an alternative format, please contact Strutt & Parker on tel 01463 719171. IMPORTANT NOTICE Strutt & Parker LLP for themselves and for the Vendors of this property, whose agents they are, give notice that: 1. The particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. Prospective purchasers and lessees ought to seek their own professional advice. 2. All descriptions, dimensions, areas, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith, and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. 3. No person in the employment of Strutt & Parker LLP has any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property on behalf of Strutt & Parker LLP, nor enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. Photographs taken in May 2014. MEASUREMENTS AND OTHER INFORMATION All measurements are approximate. While we endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact this office and we will be pleased to check the information for you, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.