Tyrn Vawr Seafield, Portmahomack, Tain, Ross-shire

Tyrn Vawr Seafield, Portmahomack, Tain, Ross-shire, IV20 1YB

A charming converted and extended steading in a private position on the outskirts of the picturesque former fishing village of Portmahomack.

Tain 9 miles, Inverness 40 miles, Inverness Airport 47 miles

Ground Floor Entrance vestibule | Grand hall | Sitting area | Drawing room | Dining room | Sun room | Conservatory | Kitchen | Utility room | Library | Two en suite double bedrooms | WC/cloak | Sitting room

First Floor Master bedroom with open plan en suite including bath, shower and dressing room | Bedroom/studio

Attic space Floored attic space with storage | Office area | Box room

first impression with its imposing staircase, high ceiling and abundance of natural light. Tyrn Vawr is a house designed with great flexibility and its position and layout will suit a variety of buyers. The formal part of the property includes a magnificent drawing room which has a number of period features including wood panelling, beautifully crafted ceiling cornicing, hardwood flooring and a large fireplace with inset gas fire. Doors open up into the dining room which has skirtings, wall mounted lighting, glass shelving and centre roses. There is ample space for entertaining. The kitchen provides a range of wall and base storage units, stainless steel sink and breakfast bar with the utility room located off. There is a further sitting/sun room located to the rear of the property overlooking the rear gardens and a large conservatory with water feature positioned between the two rear wings

of the house. To the other side of the grand hall you will find the library with hand crafted bookcases, shelving, desks and drawers. There is a wc/cloak, two en suite double bedrooms and a further sitting room.

A double staircase leads upstairs to a magnificent master bedroom suite which commands the entirety of the upstairs space and has views over the gardens and towards the coastline. The large master bedroom suite is effectively split into three with a corner bath and vanity units opening up into a showering area with large walk in shower and heated towel rail. The large dressing area has an abundance of storage and hanging space. Further down the hallway is the studio/home office which attracts a great deal of natural light via a large picture window on the gable end and a staircase

from here leads upstairs to the attic rooms which have been cleverly utilised and adapted to provide additional office space, perfect for those running a small business from home or looking for spacious office facilities.

Outside One of the biggest surprises that this property has to offer is the beautifully landscaped garden grounds. A wide expanse of space and colour greets the eye with an array of plants, trees and shrubs, sunken garden, stone walls and pathways carved through the trellising and lawns. There is a large enclosed, easily maintained courtyard with magnificent water feature and pond.

There is a detached double garage with remote roller doors, power, lighting, sauna and gardener’s toilet.

The property Tyrn Vawr is a traditional converted steading which has been lovingly restored and extended, a home truly at one with its surrounding but with an ethereal, almost otherworldly feel. The seclusion, views and natural surroundings make the property even more appealing.

The approach is via a gated driveway leading to a stone chipped parking area and detached double garage. With rooms dedicated to hot house flowers and plants, double height living areas, great entertaining space and well thought out design that brings the outdoors in, this is a property with a surprise around every corner.

The entrance to the property is via the vestibule which has floor tiles and an exposed stone archway with doors leading to the inner hallway and grand hall. The grand hall creates a fantastic

Location Portmahomack is a charming picturesque former fishing village in Easter Ross located a few miles east of Tain on the Dornoch Firth. The village lies in the Moray Firth Special Area of Conservation in the Tarbat Peninsula in the parish of Tarbat Ness.

The property is in close proximity to Tarbat Ness Lighthouse, Ballone Castle and the famous Glenmorangie Whisky Distillery. Portmahomack has long been associated with the early settlements with evidence dating back to one thousand years BC. Notable finds and local history can be found at the Pictish Discovery Centre. Set in some of the finest Highland countryside with superb coastal scenery, the area is a popular tourist destination with dolphin, whale and bird watching popular past-times. For the outdoor enthusiasts many pursuits are available, pony trekking, cycling, hill walking, water sports, sea angling to name but a few. Superb salmon fishing and top ski resorts are within easy commute. A picture postcard harbour designed by Thomas Telford, fishing boats, visiting yachts, golden sandy beaches all add to the ambience. There are also a host of amenities such as a primary school, hotel, renowned seafood restaurant and a sub-post office/village store. A nine hole golf course is situated within the village with the Royal Dornoch and Castle Stuart courses within easy access. Further amenities can be found in Tain including supermarkets, banks and secondary schooling.

General Services: Mains electricity and water, private drainage to septic tank, oil fired heating and LPG.

Fixtures and Fittings: Fitted carpets, blinds and integrated appliances will be included in the sale.

Council Tax: Tyrn Vawr has been assessed for council tax purposes as band G.

EPC Rating: E.

Solicitors: Nigel Jones, MacKenzie & Cormack Solicitors, 16-18 Tower Street, Tain, Ross-shire, IV19 1DZ, Tel: 01862 892046

Local Authority: Highland Council, Glenurquhart Road, Inverness, IV3 5NX. Tel: 01349 886606.

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. A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order to be kept fully informed of any closing date that may be fixed.

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Directions Take the A9 north from Inverness, across the Kessock Bridge towards Wick. Stay on the A9 for about 30 miles, past the towns of Evanton, Alness and Invergordon until you reach the roundabout signposted for Balintore and Nigg on road B9175. Take the 2nd exit off the roundabout, then turn left at the sign for Hill of Fearn and then left on the B9165 when it turns off the Balintore road. The B9165 leads you directly to Portmahomack and on entering the village turn right signposted for Rockfield at the war memorial site. Turn first right signposted Rockfield Village and follow this road uphill where you will see the property directly ahead.