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Torr Buan House TORR BUAN HOUSE ULVA FERRY · ISLE OF MULL TORR BUAN HOUSE ULVA FERRY · ISLE OF MULL · PA73 6LY Tobermory: 19 miles · Craignure: 20 miles Oban: 31 miles via ferry · Glasgow: 127 miles via ferry Edinburgh: 154 miles via ferry A unique architect designed home with stunning coastal views across the Inner Hebrides Secluded architect designed house built to very high specifications in 2003 Set at the end of a private road on the scenic northwest coast of Mull Three reception rooms, four bedrooms Built in an arc shape offering breath-taking views Sea views to the Holy Island of Iona, Inch Kenneth, Ulva and Ben More Approx 1.8 acres in all. There is a stunning double-height vaulted sitting room with exposed oak DIRECTIONS beams, an open fire and large floor to ceiling windows which capture SERVITUDE RIGHTS, Travel to Oban by car. On reaching Oban take the ferry to Craignure. On the views to the south with a circular window capturing the view of Ben BURDENS & WAYLEAVES leaving the ferry, take a right onto the A849 and continue for approximately More. A door opens into the dining area and sun room, while being open The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, 11 miles until you reach Salen. Take a left onto the B8035, signposted Ulva to the kitchen. The fitted kitchen is a unique circular shape with an AGA, burdens, reservations and wayleaves, including rights of access and Ferry (B8073). After approximately 2.5 miles, turn right onto the B8073 and integrated appliances, Caithness stone worktop and a pantry off. There is rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water continue for 6 miles. Take a left at the sign for Torr Buan House and continue a bay window to the side overlooking the gardens and ample space for a and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and around to the right until you reach the gates for the house. dining table and chairs. other pipes, whether contained in the Title Deeds or informally constituted and whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. SITUATION There is a dining area running along the southern elevation of the The Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied himself as to the nature of property, which can be accessed off the reception hall or sitting room. all such servitude rights and others. Torr Buan House is situated on the northwest coast of the Isle of Mull on There is an expanse of glass doors along the full width of the south and the edge of the small hamlet of Ulva Ferry. Set on the shores of Loch Na west elevations which offer a panoramic view of the surrounding coastal Keal and overlooking the Isle of Ulva, the area is one of the most scenic on landscape and islands, along with the highest peak on Mull, Ben More. POSSESSION Mull and is set with a National Scenic Area. There is a small primary school There is an office/study and a lower bedroom suite, with a sitting room Vacant possession and entry will be given on completion. in the hamlet and a very active community. area, spacious bedroom and en suite shower room, a door to the side allows a separate private access to the bedroom suite. This room was run The island of Mull is one the largest islands of the Inner Hebrides with OFFERS as a B&B charging £150 per night. excellent local amenities. The island is renowned for its varied and extensive Offers must be submitted in Scottish legal terms to the Selling Agents. wildlife, marine life, geology, landscapes and sea views, together with its A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers A gallery landing on the first floor leads to the master bedroom which numerous bridleways and footpaths for walkers of all ages and levels of are advised to register their interest with the Selling Agents following boasts stunning views of Ulva, built in wardrobes and a circular en suite expertise including its very own Munro, Ben More, which can be seen from inspection. bathroom. There are two further double bedrooms and a shower room on the property. this level. All rooms have stunning views across the landscape. The house enjoys a wonderful panoramic aspect taking in sunrise to sunset PURCHASE PRICE and is well placed to take advantage of the local wildlife. White-tailed and OUTSIDE Within 7 days of the conclusion of Missives a deposit of 10% of the purchase price shall be paid. The deposit will be non-returnable in the golden eagles, hen harriers, red deer and otters are regular visitors as are The house sits in a secluded plot of approximately 1.8 acres at the event of the Purchaser(s) failing to complete the sale for reasons not common and grey seals. In the summer basking sharks, dolphins and end of a short private road. The house is surrounded by decking giving attributable to the Seller or his agents. porpoise can also be seen around the coastline. expansive views and a large entertaining space. A store room/workshop is attached to the rear property. There are a number of stone built “black- DESCRIPTION houses” within the plot, which offer potential to develop, subject to the VIEWING necessary consents. Strictly by appointment with Savills – 0141 222 5875 Torr Buan House is a contemporary high specification detached home which was individually designed for our clients in 2003. The property is built in an arc shape with fantastic large reception spaces and an LOCAL AUTHORITY expanse of glass on the southern elevation, maximising the breathtaking Argyll & Bute views over the surrounding landscape and stunning sea views of Hebridean islands and the mountains of Mull. The house was built to eco- friendly specifications with sheep wool insulation, high efficiency boiler COUNCIL TAX and underfloor heating throughout the ground floor. Band G The double-height reception hallway is open to the dining room and a bespoke staircase leads to a gallery landing on the first floor. The space is EPC flooded with natural light from an expanse of windows at the front which Band C stretch from the floor to the upper level. The principal reception rooms are all located off the reception hallway creating an open plan interconnected space split across numerous levels. Torr Buan House, Ulva Ferry, Isle of Mull Total area: approx. 190.8 sq. metres (2053.9 sq. feet) For identification only. Not to scale. copyright JPI ltd Gross Internal Area (approx) FLOORPLANS Total area: approx. 190.8 sq. metres (2053.9 sq. feet) For identification only. Not to scale. Copyright JPI ltd. G round F loor Approx. 126.2 sq. metres (1358.7 sq. feet) F irs t F loor Approx. 64.6 sq. metres (695.2 sq. feet) S hower B edroom R oom 3.00m x 4.20m (9'10" x 13'9") B edroom 2.25m x 3.99m (7'5" x 13'1") B edroom 4.69m x 2.74m K itchen/Dining (15'5" x 9') S hower R oom R oom 4.09m x 6.79m WC (13'5" x 22'3") Oce S itting 2.18m x 1.85m R oom (7'2" x 6'1") 2.18m x 2.18m (7'2" x 7'2") B edroom 3.59m x 4.37m (11'9" x 14'4") S un R oom Torr Buan House, Ulva Ferry, Isle of Mull 3.27m x 8.52m Total area: approx. 190.8 sq. metres (2053.9 sq. feet) (10'9" x 28') For identification only. Not to scale. copyright JPI ltd Gross Internal Area (approx) NOTE - Published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct its accuracy is not guaranteed. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office © Crown copyright licence number 100024244 Savills (L&P) Limited. S itting R oom 4.30m x 6.34m (14'1" x 20'10") G round F loor Approx. 126.2 sq. metres (1358.7 sq. feet) F irs t F loor Approx. 64.6 sq. metres (695.2 sq. feet) S hower B edroom R oom 3.00m x 4.20m (9'10" x 13'9") B edroom 2.25m x 3.99m (7'5" x 13'1") B edroom 4.69m x 2.74m K itchen/Dining (15'5" x 9') S hower R oom R oom 4.09m x 6.79m WC (13'5" x 22'3") Oce S itting 2.18m x 1.85m R oom (7'2" x 6'1") 2.18m x 2.18m (7'2" x 7'2") B edroom 3.59m x 4.37m (11'9" x 14'4") S un R oom 3.27m x 8.52m (10'9" x 28') NOTE - Published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct its accuracy is not guaranteed. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office © Crown copyright licence number 100024244 Savills (L&P) Limited. S itting R oom 4.30m x 6.34m (14'1" x 20'10") Ordnance Survey © Crown Copyright 2017. All rights reserved. Licence number 100022432. Plotted Scale - 1:1126117 SAVILLS GLASGOW IMPORTANT NOTICE [email protected] Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1.They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise.
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