"SUPERIOR DETACHED VILLA SET IN 2.2 ACRES OF GENEROUS PRIVATE GROUNDS
Enjoying a truly exceptional position, with spectacular panoramic views over the grounds to Ben Nevis, the subjects of sale form a superior detached villa, set in generous garden grounds of 2.2 acres, with outbuilding and hot tub. In very good order, Dalrieada is well presented, and offers superb, spacious accommodation, arranged over two levels, whilst benefiting from double glazing, oil fired central heating and a FIT registered solar PV system. The ground floor features a welcoming dining hallway with bespoke bookcase, a bright lounge with stove, and a dining kitchen fitted with quality units, an AGA, and solid wood work surfaces, a utility room, boot room, family bathroom, and cloakroom add to the property s practicality, whilst offering five generously sized bedrooms. The principal suite is a true retreat, featuring an en suite bathroom, cloakroom, dressing area, and direct access to the deck and hot tub. Two further bedrooms enjoy en suite shower rooms, one of which includes a private sauna. The remaining bedrooms are versatile and ideal for guests, family use, or home working. Due to the size and location, Dalrieada would make a superb family home, an idyllic holiday retreat, or an investment opportunity in the premium self catering market.
Nestled between the River Lochy and famous Caledonian Canal, Dalrieada is located in Torcastle, a small community in upper Banavie. While the area offers a quiet, rural location, it is only five miles drive from the main town of Fort Willliam, with all its amenities, schools, hospital etc. The area also provides an ideal base to take advantage of the numerous leisure and pleasure activities the region known as The Outdoor Capital of the UK has to offer. Torcastle as a location offers stunning views of Ben Nevis and Aonach Mor and holds the ruins of the old Tor Castle, stronghold of the Clan Cameron. From the property you can enjoy walk to the river, and or, canal, to enjoy swimming, paddle boarding or canoeing.
Accommodation
Dining Hallway 7.2m x 4.6m
Slightly L shaped, with window to front. Stairs to upper level. Bespoke under stair display unit. Doors to lounge, kitchen diner, bathroom and bedrooms. Built in cupboard. Laminate flooring. Glazed entrance door with glazed side panels.
Lounge 5.2m x 3.9m
With patio window to front. Feature stove set on granite hearth. Laminate flooring.
Kitchen Diner 7.1m x 3.5m
L shaped, with windows to rear and side. Fitted with solid wood kitchen units offset with solid wood worksurfaces. Feature AGA electric computerised . Integral fridge freezer. Integral dishwasher. Porcelain sink unit. Tiled splashback. Laminate flooring. Doors to utility room and boot room.
Utility Room 2.6m x 1.6m
With window to boot room. Fitted with wooden kitchen units offset with laminate work surfaces. Stainless steel sink unit. Plumbing for washing machine. Tiled flooring.
Boot Room 2.3m x 1.7m
With wooden door with glazed panel to rear garden. Windows to side and rear. Tiled flooring. Door to cloakroom.
Cloakroom 1.9m x 1.0m
With window to rear. Fitted with white coloured suite of WC and wash hand basin. Tiled flooring.
Bathroom 2.6m x 2.4m
With frosted window to rear. Fitted with cream coloured suite of WC, wash hand basin set on vanity unit and bath. Tiled splashback. Built in cupboard. Wood lined ceiling.
Bedroom 3.1m x 3.1m
With window to rear.
Principal Bedroom 4.2m x 3.8m
With windows to front and side. French doors to raised decking area with hot tub. Open to dressing area. Doors to cloakroom and bathroom.
Dressing Area 2.3m x 2.3m
Fitted wardrobes and dressing table. Hatch to loft.
Cloakroom 2.2m x 1.6m
With frosted window to rear. Fitted with modern white coloured suite of WC, bidet and wash hand basin. Heated towel rail. Tiled splashback. Tiled flooring with electric under floor heating.
Bathroom 3.5m x 2.5m
With frosted window to rear. Fitted with modern white coloured suite of his and hers wash hand basins, bath and mains spa shower cubicle with wet walling. Heated towel rail. Tiled splashback. Tiled flooring with electric under floor heating.
Bedroom 3.3m x 2.6m
With window to front. Built in wardrobe. This room is currently used as a study.
Upper Level
Landing
With Velux window to front. Vaulted ceiling. Two large built in cupboards. Hatch to loft. Doors to bedrooms.
Bedroom 4.0m x 2.7m
With Velux windows to front and rear. Built in wardrobe. Door to en suite shower room.
En Suite Shower Room 2.5m x 1.0m
Fitted with white coloured suite of WC, wash hand basin and wet walled shower cubicle with mains shower. Heated towel rail.
Bedroom 5.4m x 4.1m
L shaped, with Velux windows to front and rear. Built in wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors. Hatch to loft. Access to eaves. Door to en suite shower room.
En Suite Shower Room 2.8m x 2.1m
With Velux window to rear. Fitted with cream coloured suite of WC, wash hand basin, bidet and tiled shower cubicle with mains shower. Tiled splashback. Built in cupboard. Door to sauna.
Sauna 2.3m x 1.7m
Wood lined with fitted seating.
Garden
The property is set within approximately 2.2 acres of beautifully mature grounds. The gardens are a true highlight of the property, featuring tranquil ponds that add charm and attract local wildlife, while a sweeping driveway provides an impressive approach. Mature native trees create a canopy of greenery, with winding walkways leading through the grounds. The setting is both private and picturesque, with each corner revealing a new scenic view or feature. A spacious outbuilding sits within the grounds, offering excellent versatility ideal for storage, a workshop, a carport and other uses. To the front, a generous patio area enjoys direct and uninterrupted views of Ben Nevis, as well as a raised deck area with hot tub an idyllic space to unwind and take in the stunning Highland scenery."