Extended 2 Storey Semi-Detached Villa

This fabulous Victorian two-storey villa is located in a quieter area of Inverness but only a few minutes from the city centre. The view from the road is one of a property that is grand and imposing while being typical of the style and age of traditional homes in this part of the Highlands.

Built in 1888, 6 Montague Row has many features that make this building attractive not just as a family home, but also to those interested in offering guesthouse accommodation for visitors to Inverness. Featuring curved walls, picture rails, corbels and bannisters contemporary with its age, this lovely house has masses of potential as a stylish and dignified property.

The ground floor of the property offers a spacious array of rooms. To the front of the house is a large living room with a wide, well-lit bay window and a marble chimneypiece flanked by two alcoves. Picture rails and cornices further enhance the traditional look of this elegant room.

A second space, currently used as a bedroom, is generously proportioned and has a convenient second door that gives discreet access to the shower room across the hall.

Towards the rear of the house is a comfortable family room that also has a decorative chimneypiece. With its arched doorways and alcoves, and patio door, this space has the potential to become a gracefully decorated living area for informal relaxing.

A large family bathroom is on the ground floor next to the kitchen, well fitted with a WC and bidet, bath and separate shower enclosure. A neat and compact kitchen with a selection of floor and wall cupboards is completed by a dining area that gives direct access to the patio and raised bed beyond.

The first floor is in two parts; the larger area consists of two generous bedrooms with coombed ceilings, one with a pretty bay window, and each bedroom has an en-suite shower room.

On this part of the upper floor is also a compact kitchen with plenty of space for storage and preparation, giving the potential to create either a granny flat or self-catering accommodation within this suite of rooms.

The other part of the first floor has a smaller bedroom with a charming coombed ceiling and an attractive view of the local area. There is also a large, tiled bathroom with a separate shower enclosure.

Outside, there is a nicely presented patio and a generous area of raised beds, and plenty of room for utility uses such as garden storage.

With masses of character, period details, and original fittings – including the substantial interior doors – this house offers the potential of a wonderful family home, with the opportunity to provide a successful guesthouse for the many visitors who come to Inverness.

 
About Inverness

Inverness is a beautiful city on the mouth of the River Ness. Surrounded by hills, it offers stunning views of mountains and historical architecture. The University of the Highlands and Islands, Inverness campus, which opened in 2015, is set to ensure that the city has the talent required to serve the needs of the Highlands for many years to come. The city annually plays host to the Baxter’s Loch Ness Marathon and the Inverness Half Marathon & 5k. There are excellent sports facilities in the city, including the Inverness Ice Centre, Highland Rugby Club, Inverness Harriers Amateur Athletics Club, hosted by Inverness Leisure which also offers a sports club, gym and swimming pool complex. Other outdoor pursuits such as cycling, horse riding, kayaking, sailing and hiking are also well catered for. There are two cinemas and the Eden Court Theatre offers an excellent choice of drama, comedy and a variety of other shows, arts and crafts. Inverness is the capital of the Highlands and has experienced continued growth over many years. A vibrant northern city, with lots of inward investment and excellent job prospects. The upgrading of the A9 between Perth and Inverness and the A96 between Inverness and Aberdeen to dual carriageway, is set to see further room for development in the years ahead. Inverness Airport at Dalcross, links the city not only to London but to several European cities