Clais Na Canaich, Occumster
Offers Over £340,000
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- 2 Double bedrooms
- Detached bungalow
- Approx. 21 acres of crofted land
- Off grid solar power
- Country & sea views
- 2 Summer houses & bothy
An exciting opportunity to live “Off Grid”! This stunning two bedroomed bungalow built in an elevated position has panoramic views offered by the Caithness countryside reaching out to the Morven hills to the north and the Moray Firth to the northwest.
The property enjoys incredible views from an unpolluted night sky and the northern lights are often seen. The bungalow sits on approximately 21 acres of land was built 6/7 ago and has been tastefully decorated and finished to a high standard. The property is fully insulated and carries an “A” rating energy performance certificate. It is within the band “C” for Council Tax purposes.
The bungalow comprises of a spacious kitchen/diner, lounge, 2 double bedrooms, utility room, shower room and vestibule. A rolled gravel gated drive and well-maintained garden areas surround the building. In addition to the above, the property includes a croft house which has been renovated to a high standard whilst not losing its character or history. The building includes electricity, water and provision for a toilet. Currently this building is being used as a music studio/venue. Included in the sale of the property are two cabins, both of which are wired for electricity and are currently for the owners’ hobbies and relaxation. As with the house each has scenic views over the countryside and could be adaptable for other uses such as glamping etc. To the rear of the croft lies a “secret garden” which includes fruit trees and a small, grassed area and the provision of many border plants and the remains of old buildings which have been incorporated into the garden design. To the south of the property a greenhouse has been incorporated into a derelict part of the croft.
Further to the above and located to the northeast at the upper reaches of the property lies a ruin of an old croft and which would offer a buyer the opportunity to develop this for residential use.
The acreage covered in the sale of this property enjoys good fencing and ditching and is currently in use for sheep grazing and the production of straw/hay however being located with a short distance from the NC 500 several opportunities are possible.
A high-speed internet connection has recently been installed as part of a government initiative and a connection to such is available should a buyer require such. The property includes a number shed and a sheep pen/shelter. Planning permission has been granted for a 40 x 30 agricultural building.
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Porch
6' 7'' x 4' 11'' (2m x 1.5m)
Enter via a half glazed front door with 2 frosted glass panels that opens into a wide porch. This bright room has a built in double cloakroom cupboard with mirrored sliding doors along one wall. The porch is neutrally decorated with a vinyl floor in a parquet style pattern. A 15 glass panelled door opens into the hall.
Hall
18' 4'' x 3' 7'' (5.6m x 1.1m)
The neutrally decorated hall is carpeted and has doors leading off to the kitchen/diner, utility room, shower room, 2 double bedrooms and 2 built in cupboards. A pine ceiling hatch accesses the loft space.
Bedroom 1
16' 5'' x 10' 2'' (5m x 3.1m)
The spacious double bedroom is neutrally decorate, has the same carpet as the hall and a TV outlet. Three windows overlook the rear of the property providing plenty of natural daylight to the room. At the end of the bedroom along one wall is a built in double wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors with a capacity to be replaced with an ensuite. This is due to the bathroom being next door with the relevant plumbing. Another built in wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors completes the room.
Bedroom 2
12' 2'' x 8' 6'' (3.7m x 2.6m)
Bedroom 2 has similar decoration as bedroom 1. There are 2 windows overlooking the front of the property and has stunning views of the sea and countryside. Another sunny room with a built in double wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors. Lastly, it has a TV outlet and the SMA Sunny Remote Control which allows for internal control of the outside systems.
Shower Room
7' 7'' x 6' 7'' (2.3m x 2m)
This contemporary shower room is stylishly decorated, has a vinyl floor and a frosted window. There is a modern walk in shower with wet wall, mains shower and a raindrop shower head. The white wash hand basin and toilet are inset sleek vanity units which match a separate standalone unit. A ceiling extractor fan provides additional ventilation.
Utility room
7' 7'' x 10' 2'' (2.3m x 3.1m)
This handy utility room has the same parquet style vinyl floor as the porch and a half glazed external door with 2 frosted glass panels and a window overlook the rear of the property. There are modern fitted wall and floor units with a pale grey worktop and inset stainless steel sink/drainer. Beneath the worktop is plumbing for a washing machine.
Kitchen/Diner
21' 8'' x 12' 2'' (6.6m x 3.7m)
This spacious kitchen/diner is well proportioned, neutrally decorated and has the parquet style vinyl floor. The room runs along the width of the property and has 2 windows at either end with stunning views of the countryside and seascape. The dining area has plenty of space for a table and seating for at least 6 people and takes full advantage of the splendid views. The kitchen area has a contemporary Shaker kitchen with pastel grey/green floor and wall units, white worktop and tiled splashback. Inset the worktop is a modern white ceramic sink/drainer and the integrated appliances are a fridge freezer and a glass angled chimney cooker hood. Below the eco cooker hood is a standalone dual fuel Rangemaster cooker with a 5 burner gas hob and a electric and gas oven. This is possibly available under separate negotiation.
Lounge
21' 8'' x 14' 5'' (6.6m x 4.4m)
Sliding glass panelled doors open from the kitchen/diner into the lounge. The spacious lounge runs the width of the bungalow and has 3 windows either end of the room taking in the splendid countryside and sea views. The attractive room is neutrally decorated, carpeted and a TV outlet. There is a multi fuel stove sitting on a Caithness stone hearth. Behind the stove is a stylish tiled wall making a delightful focal point to the lounge.
Bothy
31' 6'' x 13' 1'' (9.6m x 4m)
A traditional stone barn next to the property is currently being used as a music venue/studio. It has doors to the front and rear gardens and recessed windows providing plenty of natural light to the building. At one end of the room is a blank chimney breast which can become a working fireplace. There are electricity sockets and ceiling lights and a plumbing provision for waste water/water.
Plant Room
The “Off Grid” system is in a purpose-built extension located on the south facing gable of the house. Accommodated within this area is a SMA Sunny Island 6KW standalone grid, inverter charger and a SMA Sunny Boy inverter along with the appropriate switchgear and eight backup Rolls batteries. The system converts power taken from a bank of fourteen solar panels which are mounted on the roof of the house and provides for the electricity needs of the home. Further to the above underfloor heating and hot water are supplied throughout the building via an air source heat pump which is also fed from the “Off Grid” system. Both of the above systems, electricity and heating carry MCS certificates. The current owners are in receipt of both a generation tariff and renewable heat initiatives as provided by the government.
Gardens
Outside is a large wraparound garden with a combination of gravel, lawn, long driveway and stone courtyard which is at the rear of the bothy. Within the garden are ruins and 2 south facing summer houses which have electricity and positioned to take in the wonderful views. Around the garden boundary is the 21 acres of crofted land that also has ruins and elevated views. Ideal for future building projects/renovations.
All carpet, curtains and blinds are included in the sale. The washing machine and standalone cooker are possibly available under separate negotiation. Please call Pollard Property on 01847 894141 to view this unique, off grid property.
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Occumster KW3 6BB