Property Description
CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECT-DESIGNED ENERGY EFFICIENT DWELLINGHOUSE WITH EXCITING BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
Occupying a prime elevated position above the sought-after Highland village of Kinlochleven, 4 Hostel Brae is an exceptional contemporary residence commanding breath-taking panoramic views across the surrounding mountains, countryside and Loch Leven landscape. Designed by the award-winning Isle of Skye architectural practice Rural Design and completed in 2018, this striking home combines outstanding modern architecture with exceptional energy efficiency and sustainable design. Constructed to an exacting standard, the property showcases a carefully considered palette of durable, sustainable materials, including striking black-stained Scottish larch cladding requiring minimal maintenance, complemented by a premium Vieo double-seamed roof, creating a distinctive contemporary aesthetic that sits harmoniously within its Highland setting. Maintenance-free aluminium-clad windows and external doors are complemented by a manually controlled mechanical heat recovery and ventilation (MVHR) system and underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, ensuring exceptional comfort and low running costs. Demonstrating the outstanding quality of its construction, the property also boasts an exceptional measured air permeability of just 1.03 m³/(h·m²) @ 50Pa, reflecting its remarkably airtight building envelope and contributing to its excellent thermal performance, comfort and energy efficiency. Extending over two beautifully appointed levels, the generously proportioned accommodation is presented in immaculate, move-in condition, with high-quality finishes throughout. Perfectly suited as a prestigious permanent residence, luxurious Highland retreat or premium investment opportunity within the thriving self-catering market, the property offers outstanding flexibility to suit a variety of lifestyles. Complementing the principal residence is a superb detached self-catering annexe, benefiting from a Short-Term Let licence already in place and representing a substantial, established business opportunity in its own right. Already generating a significant annual income, the annexe also offers scope for further growth should the successful purchaser wish to develop its earning potential. Complete with its own private garden and hot tub, it provides an attractive and well-established income stream while retaining the flexibility to serve as luxurious accommodation for visiting family and friends. A substantial detached double garage with electrically operated remote-controlled doors further complements this exceptional Highland property.
Kinlochleven enjoys a spectacular setting at the head of Loch Leven, approximately 7 miles from Glencoe and 25 miles from Fort William. Renowned for its dramatic scenery and outdoor pursuits, the village offers an excellent range of local amenities including shops, hotels, cafés, primary and secondary schooling, a medical centre and further education facilities. Situated on the iconic West Highland Way, Kinlochleven is a vibrant destination for walkers, climbers and visitors alike, and is also home to the popular Aluminium Story Visitor Centre, making it one of the Highlands’ most desirable locations for both permanent living and holiday accommodation.
Accommodation
Entrance Porch 2.7m x 1.7m
Entrance door with glazed panel and window to front. Built-in shelving. Hatch to storage area. Marble tiled flooring. Door to open-plan living area.
Open-Plan Lounge, Kitchen & Dining Room 10.4m x 6.1m
L-shaped, with stairs to upper level. Windows to rear mountain views and window to side. Fully glazed patio doors to rear views and garden. Striking Valiant wood-burning stove. Feature LED lighting. Fitted with premium Wren modern white and granite effect kitchen units, offset with granite effect work surfaces and upstand. Integral pyrolytic oven with integral pyrolytic microwave oven over. KKT KOLBE induction hob with white glass extractor hood over. Granite effect splashback. AEG integral dishwasher. Dark chocolate coloured German-made SCHOCK sink unit with mixer tap over. Built-in cupboard housing Vortice heating system controls. Marble tiled flooring. Doors to study and utility room.
Study 3.0m x 2.0m
L-shaped, with window to side. Marble tiled flooring.
Utility Room 3.0m x 1.7m
Fitted with black coloured kitchen units featuring leather and chrome handles, offset with grey coloured work surfaces. Grey coloured sink unit. Plumbing for washing machine. Marble tiled flooring. Door to shower room.
Shower Room 2.9m x 1.2m
With frosted window to front. Fitted with contemporary white suite of WC, wash hand basin set in grey coloured wall-hung vanity unit, and fully tiled shower cubicle with mains shower and drench head. Tiled splashback. Heated towel rail. Marble tiled flooring.
Upper Level
With two windows to front, one at lower landing and one at upper. LED banister lighting.
Landing 5.0m x 1.5m
Very slightly L-shaped. Built-in cupboard housing hot water tank, with light. Doors to bedrooms and bathroom.
Principal Bedroom Suite
Open to bedroom and dressing room, and sliding pocket door to en-suite shower room.
¨ Dressing Room 3.0m x 2.1m
With fitted wardrobes, shelving and drawers.
¨ Bedroom 3.4m x 3.0m
With picture window to rear mountain views and window to side views. Fully glazed door to balcony.
¨ Balcony 2.8m x 1.1m
Wooden covered balcony with glass balustrade and light.
¨ En-Suite Shower Room 3.0m x 1.4m
With semi-frosted window to front. Fitted with contemporary white suite of WC and wash hand basin set in tiled vanity unit with graphite coloured gloss cupboard. Wet-room shower cubicle with mains shower and concealed French head over. Almost fully tiled walls. Marble tiled flooring with electric underfloor heating.
Bedroom 3.2m x 3.1m
With window to rear mountain views. Built-in wardrobe with sliding doors.
Bedroom 4.1m x 3.0m
With window to rear mountain views. Built-in wardrobe with sliding doors.
Bathroom 3.0m x 1.9m
With semi-frosted window to front. Fitted with contemporary white suite of WC, coloured glass wash hand basin set on vanity unit, and jacuzzi-style bath. Feature brocade-style wallpaper. The remaining walls are fully tiled with black and coffee coloured tiling, and gold coloured mosaic tiled detailing. Marble tiled flooring with electric underfloor heating.
Bella’s Place – Detached Letting Annex
Open-Plan Lounge, Kitchen & Dining Area 3.8m x 3.4m
With fully glazed French entrance doors. Fitted with navy coloured contemporary kitchen units, offset with granite effect work surfaces, upstand and fitted white breakfast bar. Integral Electriq oven. Cover Cook Electric hob. Stainless steel sink unit. Marble tiled flooring. Sliding pocket doors to bedroom and shower room.
Bedroom 3.9m x 2.1m
With triple window to countryside views, and two to side views. Marble tiled flooring.
Shower Room 1.6m x 1.5m
With frosted window to side. Fitted with modern white suite of WC, wash hand basin set in grey coloured vanity wall-hung unit, and shower cubicle with Triton shower. Fully tiled walls and flooring.
Following viewings and serious interest, financial accounts may be made available from the owners.
Garden
Beautifully maintained, yet designed for ease of upkeep, the landscaped gardens wrap around the property and enjoy breath-taking panoramic mountain views. To the rear, the garden is predominantly laid to lawn, complemented by attractive gravelled sections that enhance both the aesthetic appeal and low-maintenance nature of the grounds. A generous paved terrace extends seamlessly from the open-plan living area, creating an exceptional outdoor entertaining space, ideal for al fresco dining, barbecues and taking full advantage of the spectacular surroundings. A thoughtfully positioned fixed fire pit with built-in seating provides a further inviting space to relax and enjoy the peaceful setting, while the additional gravelled area to the side offers versatile outdoor space with potential for an additional pod, garden studio or similar, subject to any necessary consents. The front garden has been finished with paving and gravel, continuing the property’s attractive, low-maintenance theme, offset with a colourful raised bed. Positioned to the front of the property, the substantial detached double garage (5.4m x 5.3m) features an electric up-and-over door, power and lighting, together with a separate pedestrian access door, providing excellent storage, secure parking or workshop potential.
