Old Urray Old Urray was built circa 1814 with further additions to the property made in the early 1800s by the eminent Elgin architect William Robertson. This substantial Georgian property is situated in a private position with lovely open aspects and set in generous garden grounds. The current owners have comprehensively upgraded the property whilst remaining sympathetic to its age and features include working shutters, decorative cornicing, raised skirtings and fireplaces.

The property is accessed via a long tree lined driveway leading to the front of the property providing ample room for parking several cars. The accommodation comprises entrance vestibule which leads into a large welcoming open hallway. The interior layout is typical of the period with two large reception rooms either side of the broad reception hallway. The sitting room benefits from an abundance of natural light flooding in from dual aspect large sash and case windows and features include high ceilings and original cornicing.

To the right of the hallway is the large formal dining room featuring an open 1920's wood burning stove on a granite hearth with timber mantel and hardwood flooring boasting pleasant views over the gardens. This is a fantastic room for dining and entertaining. The hallway leads to the rear hall with the library to the right and the large dining kitchen to the left. The L-shaped library has built-in floor to ceiling bookshelves with additional storage. The large bay window to the side of property and a wood burning stove make it an ideal warm and relaxing retreat to enjoy the idyllic surroundings. The dining kitchen has a range of wall and base storage units with integrated appliances and Rayburn. The kitchen flows to the rear of the property and has ample space for a large dining table and benefits from the lovely open aspects of the gardens to the rear of the property. The utility room is located off the kitchen and there is a workshop off the rear hall.

A carpeted staircase leads to four double bedrooms and the master bedroom. The staircase has a large decorative skylight making a striking feature and further enhances the intriguing layout of the upper landing. The bedrooms boast decorative cornicing, sash and case windows with working shutters and four of the rooms are equipped with fireplaces. The family bathroom is complete with hardwood flooring and a white bathroom suite. There is a further walk-in shower room with power shower and also a separate WC.

The master bedroom is bright, spacious and benefits from the double aspect views over the gardens to the front and side of the property. The large en-suite is located to the rear of the bedroom with steps leading down into the room and comes complete with a bath, walk-in power shower, wc, bidet and wash hand basin. Along the landing from the master bedroom there is a store room and a front facing bedroom with a charming window seat to the front of the room, a pitch pine dado rail and also cornicing. A further carpeted staircase leads to the upper floor with two attic rooms that can be used as bedrooms or for storage and a sewing room.

EPC Rating - E

Urray Glebe Urray Glebe is a charming traditional B listed country cottage. It offers great privacy and tranquillity as it is bounded by the walled garden to one side and a tree paddock to the other side. The property is currently rented on a short assured tenancy agreement and provides a fantastic lifestyle opportunity alongside Old Urray.

The driveway extends from the side of Old Urray along the walled garden and sweeps around to the gated courtyard to the rear of Urray Glebe. There is a range of outbuildings located in the courtyard including the Old Granary which provides ample storage space, a log shed, stables and a garage.

The property provides accommodation on two levels and is built of stone construction under a slate roof. The property comprises the entrance hallway leading to the lounge with a feature fireplace with extensive stonework surrounds and a wood burning stove. The kitchen is off the lounge and is complete with a range of wall and base storage units with ample space for white goods. A door from the kitchen leads to the courtyard. To the left of the entrance hall is the master bedroom/dining room. The bathroom is located to the rear of the hallway and comprises bath, shower, wash hand basin and wc. On the upper floor there are a further two bedrooms with coombed ceilings and dormer windows looking out towards the West.

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This property has 3 acres of land.

Outside

Outside - Old Urray The grounds are completely enclosed and extend in all to approx 3 acres affording great privacy with many mature trees, hedges and an impressive walled garden forming the rear quarter of the extensive grounds. Mainly laid to lawn the garden includes a selection of established flowerbeds, fruit trees, and shrubs. There are two greenhouses supplied with water and electricity. There is also a vegetable garden and orchard with a well maintained path leading to Urray Glebe through a door on the back wall providing an original link between the cottage and the main house. Beyond the walled garden, lies a tree paddock, access to which is gained by a separate door. The potting shed, which is equipped with electricity and a woodburner, offers an ideal base for an enthusiastic gardener to further develop the extensive gardens. The grounds to the rear would make an ideal entertaining venue during the summer months.

Urray Glebe The garden to the front of the property is mainly laid to lawn and is bounded by a stone dyke to the rear. There is a separate access to the tree paddock at the side of Urray Glebe and a range of outbuildings with further development potential subject to the appropriate consents.

Situation

Old Urray and Urray Glebe are located in an idyllic position and offer great privacy whilst being convenient for the commuting client. Dingwall is only 9 miles away and the Highland capital Inverness 17 miles. Inverness provides a range of retail parks and supermarkets as well as many cultural and medical facilities. The local countryside offers many opportunities for recreational activities including cycling, hill walking and shooting. Stalking and fishing are readily available on local estates. Inverness Airport has regular daily flights to London and other UK and European destinations.

Directions

From Inverness proceed Northbound on the A9 over the Kessock Bridge. At the Tore roundabout take the A832 towards Muir of Ord/ Beauly. Continue on to the A862 over the railway bridge and turn left into Marybank Road. Continue on this road for 2 miles and the property is located on the right hand side.