Summary - GLENCAIRN, 4, PORTREE, TORVAIG IV51 9HU
3 bed 1 bath Detached
Charming three-bed detached cottage with wide mountain views — ideal for rural family living or renovation.
Three double bedrooms across two floors
Stunning views to Ben Tianavaig, Storr and the Cuillins
Enclosed garden with mature shrubs and manageable lawn
Off-street parking to the front of the property
UPVC double glazing throughout
Oil central heating currently not operational — requires inspection
Very slow broadband; remote location limits digital connectivity
Single shower room only; kitchen/bathroom modernisation potential
Set in the crofting township of Torvaig, Glencairn is a traditional three-bedroom detached cottage with wide hill and Cuillin views. The house offers a bright, cottage-style interior across two floors, a cosy lounge with an open fireplace, enclosed garden grounds and off-street parking — all within easy reach of Portree.
The property will suit a family seeking rural living or a buyer wanting a characterful holiday home. UPVC double glazing is already installed, and the plot is manageable with mature shrubs and lawned areas that take full advantage of the elevated outlook towards Storr and Ben Tianavaig.
There are important practical issues to note: the oil-fired central heating is currently not operational and should be inspected or replaced. Broadband speeds are very slow and the location is remote, so working from home or streaming may be limited. Accommodation includes a single shower room, so modernisation of kitchen and bathroom could add value.
Glencairn presents a clear opportunity for buyers who value scenic, peaceful croftland living and are willing to carry out targeted maintenance or upgrades. With sensible investment — heating, some cosmetic modernisation and possible garden improvement — the cottage could be transformed into a comfortable family home or a desirable holiday-let in a sought-after rural setting.
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