Charming Extended Semi-Detached Home with Sea Views, Three Bedrooms, Conservatory and Home Office

A Character Home Offering Space, Flexibility and Coastal Charm

Set within one of Portmahomack’s long-established residential streets, Arn Gate is an attractive semi-detached home combining traditional Highland character with generous modern accommodation. Dating back approximately 170 years and having been sympathetically altered and extended over time, the property now provides around 148 square metres of versatile living space spread across two floors.
Occupying an elevated position above the village, the property enjoys a pleasant outlook towards the sea while remaining only a short stroll from local amenities, the harbour and the beautiful sandy beach that has made Portmahomack such a sought-after coastal destination.
The home immediately creates an inviting first impression, with a welcoming front porch leading into a central hallway that connects the principal ground floor accommodation. Throughout, the property offers an excellent balance between traditional features and practical family living, making it equally suitable as a permanent residence, holiday home or investment in one of the Highlands’ most picturesque coastal villages.
The lounge is undoubtedly one of the standout rooms within the property. Measuring almost 19 feet in length, it provides a wonderfully spacious reception room with ample space for a variety of seating arrangements while still accommodating additional furniture with ease. A traditional open fireplace forms an attractive focal point, adding warmth and character during the colder months and enhancing the welcoming atmosphere of the room. Natural light enters from multiple aspects, creating a bright and comfortable living environment throughout the day.
Positioned adjacent to the lounge, the fitted kitchen offers an excellent working layout with both floor and wall mounted cabinetry providing generous storage and preparation space. Whether preparing everyday family meals or entertaining guests, the kitchen enjoys a practical arrangement while remaining well connected to the surrounding living accommodation.
Flowing naturally from the rear of the property is the conservatory, a particularly attractive addition which significantly enhances the living accommodation. Surrounded by double glazed windows and overlooking the rear garden, this versatile room offers an ideal setting for dining, relaxing with a morning coffee or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings throughout the seasons. It creates an excellent connection between the indoor living space and the garden beyond.
A particularly appealing feature is the dedicated home office situated beside the conservatory. With remote and hybrid working becoming increasingly common, this room provides valuable flexibility and could equally serve as a studio, hobby room, playroom or additional sitting room depending on individual requirements.
The ground floor also benefits from a generously proportioned principal bedroom. Positioned away from the main living areas, it provides excellent privacy while enjoying the convenience of its own en-suite WC. This arrangement makes the property particularly attractive for buyers seeking flexible accommodation suitable for multi-generational living or those wishing to minimise the use of stairs.
Upstairs, the property continues to impress with two further spacious double bedrooms. Both rooms offer comfortable proportions, making them equally suitable as children’s bedrooms, guest accommodation or additional home office space if required. Completing the upper level is the family bathroom, fitted with a bath incorporating an overhead shower, wash hand basin and WC, serving the first floor accommodation conveniently.
Externally, the property enjoys an enclosed terraced rear garden enclosed by walls and fencing, providing a pleasant outdoor environment with space for seating, gardening or family enjoyment. A timber shed offers useful external storage for tools and garden equipment, while an additional section of garden lies to the side of the property. Purchasers may wish to carry out some future maintenance to sections of the fencing and rear pathways, presenting an opportunity to further enhance an already attractive outdoor space.
Practicality has also been carefully considered throughout the property. Heating is provided via an externally located oil-fired combi boiler serving radiators throughout the home together with domestic hot water, while the addition of solar photovoltaic panels contributes towards electricity generation, with excess power understood to be exported back to the national grid. Double glazed windows further improve comfort and energy efficiency.

About Portmahomack

Portmahomack is one of the Highlands’ hidden coastal gems, situated on the scenic Tarbat Peninsula overlooking the Dornoch Firth. Renowned for its beautiful sandy beach, traditional fishing harbour and friendly village atmosphere, it offers a wonderful balance between peaceful coastal living and everyday convenience.

The village provides a range of local amenities including a shop, café, hotel, golf course, primary school and community facilities, while the famous Tarbat Discovery Centre celebrates the area’s remarkable Pictish history. The beach is ideal for walking, paddleboarding, kayaking and enjoying spectacular sunrises across the Moray Firth, with dolphins and an abundance of local wildlife regularly spotted offshore.

For wider shopping, leisure and professional services, the nearby towns of Tain and Dornoch are both easily accessible by car, while Inverness can be reached in around an hour, offering rail links, Inverness Airport and all the facilities of the Highland capital.

Combining breathtaking coastal scenery, a welcoming community and excellent access to the wider Highlands, Portmahomack continues to attract families, retirees, holiday home owners and those seeking a slower pace of life without sacrificing essential amenities.

General Information:
Services: Mains Water, Electric, Oil fired central heating
Council Tax Band: C
EPC Rating: D (57)
Entry Date: Early entry available
Home Report: Available on request.
Viewings: 7 Days accompanied by agent.