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Allan Church, Bogallan, North Kessock, Inverness
Allan Church,Bogallan,North Kessock,InvernessIV1 3XEAn incredibly pretty "C" listed church conversion, with a stunning contemporary interior enjoying a magnificent setting on the Black Isle.
Inverness 6 miles, Inverness Airport 13 miles
Entrance hallway | Open plan lounge/dining/kitchen area | Utility room | 2 double bedrooms with Jack and Jill bathroom | Inner hall | Further bedroom | Family bathroom | Pulpit | Mezzanine level | Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom Double bedroom with en-suite | EPC Rating C
The propertyThe original church dates back to circa 1888, and served the congregation well for over a hundred years. By the late 20th century, demographic and lifestyle changes left its somewhat remote rural location less than ideal. It was decided to build a new church in the growing village of North Kessock, which opened in 1994. The church was then sold and converted into a private dwelling house around 2012.
It has now been transformed into an astonishingly beautiful home, imaginatively and lovingly converted with great attention to detail. The blend of old and new, traditional and modern is both bold and glorious. The exterior of the original building has been preserved, with no discernible clue as the to the magnificent creation within. Particular attention has been paid to design and style, culminating in the creation of an ultra-modern contemporary interior within the original walls.
The essence of the original church pervades the entirety of the building, including ornate corbels, exposed stonework, lancet stained glass windows and soaring white walls, which all help
create a crisp, spacious haven, flooded with an abundance of natural light.
A vision of vaulted archways and traditional features greets you as you enter the property, where the attention to detail, quality craftsmanship and architecture become immediately evident. The entrance vestibule leads to the hallway and to a splendid open plan sitting room, dining area and kitchen. Dominated by high arched windows and skylights, this is a light and airy space which is great for entertaining. The contemporary designer kitchen comes with a great selection of wall and base storage units, centre island, Belfast sink, granite worktops, integrated appliances and Rangemaster. There is a utility room located off the kitchen providing further storage and space for white goods.
There are three well pro-portioned double bedrooms on the ground floor, two of which share a cleverly designed Jack and Jill en-suite bathroom. The shower room with a modern, white 4-piece suite comprising wc, wash hand basin, bidet and free standing bath is located off the main entrance hallway.
The striking, beautifully carved original pulpit leads to the staircase. This reveals the mezzanine, from which the breath-taking living area can be observed in all its majestic glory.The master bedroom has two leaded glass windows, exposed roof beams and a luxurious en-suite bathroom. There is a further en suite guest bedroom and walk in storage cupboard leading to the steeple/tower room.
OutsideThe garden is principally laid to lawn and bounded by mature trees There is outside lighting and a sitting area and large parking area to the front.
LocationAllan Church enjoys a wonderful setting on the periphery of Munlochy, a small remote village, lying at the head of Munlochy Bay, in the Black Isle. Whilst it occupies a semi-rural location, the centre of Inverness, the capital and business centre of the Highlands, is only 6 miles away.
The Black Isle is a peninsula bounded to the north by the Cromarty Firth and the Moray and Beauly Firths to the south. The area is renowned for its fair climate and rich farmland. This arable land, in conjunction with a backdrop of rugged hills, provides spectacular scenery with wonderful views. For the keen golfer there are two Nairn championship golf courses as well as facilities at Royal Dornoch, Spey Valley and the Castle Stuart Golf Links.
There is salmon fishing on the Rivers Nairn, Findhorn and Spey and shooting is readily available on local estates. The beautiful Spey Valley with its Whisky trail and the ski slopes at the Cairngorms and The Lecht are all within easy driving distance. Inverness provides a range of retail parks and supermarkets as well as many entertainment, cultural and medical facilities expected of the Highland Capital. Inverness Airport has regular daily flights to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and other UK destinations.
DirectionsFrom Inverness head north over the Kessock Bridge on the A9. Take the right hand turn signposted for Munlochy onto the B9161. Continue on this road for around half a mile, and take the left hand turn for Bogallan at the garden centre. Follow this single track road downhill where you will find the property directly ahead. GeneralLocal Authority: Highland Council, Glenurquhart Road, Inverness, IV3 5NX. Tel: 01349 886606.Services: Mains electricity, private water and drainage. Council Tax: Allan Church has been assessed for council tax purposes as Band G.Fixtures and Fittings: All fitted carpets, and integrated appliances are included in the sale. Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Strutt & Parker.Possession: Vacant possession will be given on a mutually agreeable date.
Offers: Offers are to be submitted in Scottish legal terms to the selling agents Strutt and Parker, 9-11 Bank Lane, Inverness, IV1 1WA.
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Bedroom 15.17 x 4.16
17'0" x 13'8"
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18.40 x 8.0960'4" x 26'7"
Kitchen5.33 x 4.78
17'6" x 15'8"
5.40 x 2.9817'9" x 9'9"
Bedroom 34.56 x 2.8915'0" x 9'6"
Bedroom 44.56 x 2.8915'0" x 9'6"
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The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only.
© ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8414517/GBR
Bedroom 23.99 x 3.40
13'1" x 11'2"
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FloorplansHouse internal area 4,484sq ft (417 sq m) For identification purposes only.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Strutt & Parker gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptions, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. Strutt & Parker does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. Strutt & Parker does not accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. We are able to refer you to SPF Private Clients Limited (“SPF”) for mortgage broking services, and to Alexander James Interiors (“AJI”), an interior design service. Should you decide to use the services of SPF, we will receive a referral fee from them of 25% of the aggregate of the fee paid to them by you for the arrangement of a mortgage and any fee received by them from the product provider. Should you decide to use the services of AJI, we will receive a referral fee of 10% of the net income received by AJI for the services they provide to you. 6. If there is anything of particular importance to you, please contact this office and Strutt & Parker will try to have the information checked for you. Photographs taken February 2020. Particulars prepared February 2020. Strutt & Parker is a trading style of BNP Paribas Real Estate Advisory & Property Management UK Limited