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Brae Cottage is a rural property that requires full renovation but has the potential to offer it's new owners a unique off-grid living experience in a picturesque location. It is a perfect renovation project for those seeking a tranquil retreat in the heart of the highland countryside. The property sits in approx 2 acres and is sufficient land for self sustainable living.
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Situated in a stunning location, beside the stream known as Abhainn an r-Stratha Charnaig, running from Loch Buidhe, through Torboll Falls and Torboll salmon ladder to the coastal waters of Loch Fleet, surrounded by stunning views of the Creag Dail na Meine &Beinn Domhnaill hills, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting.
BRAE COTTAGE - A traditional stone built cottage in need of renovation to take it in to the 21st century. The property could be updated to a cosy Highland Cottage or extended for family living (with appropriate planning consents). The house would need to be taken back to the stone walls and a new layout created within the walls.
There is no Home Report for this property as it is uninhabitable in its present condition as there is no bathroom or kitchen.
A link to the SNH website https://sitelink.nature.scot/site/9188 which has a plan of the area and details of the activities which require consent. The SSSI relates to a site of almost 300 ha, is designed to protect the natural features of this environment as a habitat for various species of breeding birds, and that the measures will not necessarily apply to any individual residential properties located within the SSSi including Brae Cottage.
LOCATION - Brae Cottage sits nestled in the hills of Sutherland, nearby a stream/burn with an abundance of wildlife on the doorstep. The single track road is infrequently used, and provides a route between The Mound (A9) and Bonar Bridge. The villages of Golspie 6 miles north and Dornoch 8 miles east have all the local amenities. Tain 14 miles south has major supermarkets.
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SITTING ROOM - The sitting room features an open fire and window facing the front of the property.
KITCHEN - Featuring a built-in pantry in the corner of the room and an open fireplace. This room has a window facing towards the front of the property and access to the stairs leading to the upper floor.
BATHROOM - A large room with adequate space for a bathroom suite. and presently has running water from a natural spring to it.
FIRST FLOOR - Accessed via the kitchen, the narrow stairs lead to the first floor with a skylight and access to Bedrooms 1 &2.
OUTBUILDINGS - There are two outbuildings attached to the rear of the property. One is a log store and coal bunker, the other is stone built and used for useful storage.
SERVICES - There is no electricity or gas to the property Light has been through gas lights from gas cylinders.
Water is from a natural spring nearby.
There is a septic tank present, located and registered with SEPA.
VIRTUAL TOURS - Virtual Walkthrough - https://youtu.be/cIUWwhSk-vo
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