Exceptional Family Home With Luxurious Interiors, Versatile Layout And Impressive Garden

This is an exceptional four-bedroom detached home, combining timeless character, generous living space, modern finishes and extensive gardens. It’s ideal for families seeking space, comfort and a beautifully designed Highland lifestyle.
Southwinds is a thoughtfully extended and beautifully presented detached home set on the western edge of Reay, just ten miles from Thurso. Offering nearly 200 square metres of internal space, this four-bedroom property blends original 19th-century character with modern touches, quality finishes and a flexible layout that’s perfectly suited to family living, entertaining or working from home.
The home sits back from the roadside, framed by a neat lawn to the front and a gravelled parking area to the side. A paved path leads to the entrance, where a bright and spacious hallway provides an impressive welcome. Inside, clean white walls and warm wooden flooring set a crisp, contemporary tone, complemented by a tall modern radiator. Ahead, a timber staircase with soft grey carpet winds its way to the first floor, adding to the home’s sense of space and calm.
At the heart of the home is an outstanding open-plan living and dining room, an expansive, character-filled space with exposed ceiling beams, sleek wooden floors and a multi-fuel stove set into a cream fireplace with a wooden mantle. Further down the room, a second stove sits opposite a feature wall stacked with firewood, offering an eye-catching detail. With several defined seating areas and space for a large dining table, this is a wonderfully sociable room, made even brighter by sloped ceiling windows and large French doors that open onto the rear garden.
The kitchen is both practical and beautifully styled. A ceramic sink sits beneath a window, surrounded by sleek light-toned cabinets, dark wooden worktops and matching splashbacks. An integrated black oven and hob sit beneath a modern extractor fan, while a sleek black radiator adds a contemporary touch. The wooden flooring continues through from the living areas and ties the space together.
Off the kitchen is a good sized utility room with further cabinets for additional storage, room for a washing machine and tumble dryer and access to the rear garden. Painted in fresh, neutral tones, it’s a clean and functional workspace that keeps everything neatly tucked away.
Also on the ground floor is a modern bathroom featuring a large rounded bath with shower over, set against a striking wood-toned wetwall. The basin sits on a compact unit with storage below, and a chrome towel radiator adds warmth and style. A neutral wall finish softens the bold contrast, making the space both practical and easy on the eye.
Two further rooms complete the lower level, one currently used as a home gym, with neutral décor and a front-facing window, and another flexible space that currently serves as a second lounge. This room features wooden flooring, white walls and a dark-toned modern radiator, with ample room for sofas, media units or a bed and storage if needed. These rooms are ideal as additional bedrooms, bringing the total to four and offering plenty of flexibility for larger families.

Upstairs, the landing leads to two double bedrooms, each offering a calm, understated finish in keeping with the rest of the home. The first bedroom features high-quality wooden flooring, neutral walls and space for a large bed along with freestanding furniture. A modern radiator sits neatly beneath the window, keeping the room warm and inviting year-round.
The second bedroom is similarly sized, also finished with wooden flooring and neutral décor. The layout easily accommodates a double bed and storage, making it a flexible space for guests, family, or even a dedicated workspace with a view over the garden. Both rooms feel peaceful and private, ideal for rest or retreat.
The upstairs shower room is crisp and modern, with a corner shower cubicle framed in chrome and lined with dramatic dark wetwall panelling. The toilet and wash-hand basin sit against a backdrop of clean white walls, while a chrome towel radiator and built-in cupboard add function to the overall design.
Outside, the rear garden is substantial and beautifully varied, offering a large lawn, mature trees and shrubs, a stone chip section and separate decking areas ideal for seating or outdoor dining. Fully fenced and offering peace, privacy and space to roam, it’s a perfect setting for families to relax, children to play or pets to explore. An LPG tank is discreetly positioned to the rear, serving the Worcester boiler which powers the home’s full central heating and hot water system.

Southwinds is a rare find, a spacious, character-rich Highland home that has been upgraded with care and attention to detail. With flexible living areas, stunning garden grounds and a setting that offers both privacy and easy access to Thurso, it’s the ideal choice for families or anyone seeking a peaceful, high-quality lifestyle in the far north. Viewings are highly recommended. Contact Hamish Homes today to arrange yours and experience everything this unique Highland home has to offer.

About Reay
Reay is a charming village located in the far north of Scotland, approximately 10 miles west of Thurso. Its position offers residents stunning views and easy access to the scenic Sandside Beach, making it an attractive location for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle amidst natural beauty.
The village is home to Reay Primary School, a small, community-focused institution that serves the local area. For secondary education, students typically attend Thurso High School, located nearby. Thurso also provides a wider range of amenities, including supermarkets, healthcare facilities and various shops and restaurants.
Reay benefits from regular bus services connecting it to Thurso and other neighboring areas, facilitating convenient travel for work, education and leisure. The village’s proximity to the A836 road further enhances its connectivity.
Combining the tranquillity of village life with essential amenities and good transport links, makes it an appealing choice for individuals and families looking to settle in the far north of the Scottish Highlands.

General Information:
Services: Mains Water, Electric & Gas
Council Tax Band: D
EPC Rating: E (42)
Entry Date: Early entry available
Home Report: Available on request.
Viewings: 7 Days accompanied by agent.