Unique One-Bedroom Cottage With Detached Schoolhouse Building In Superb Scenic Setting

Robin Cottage (Old School) is a unique semi-detached property set within peaceful garden grounds in rural Sutherland. Originally built around 1900 and converted into residential use in the early 2000s, it retains a strong sense of character through its detached outbuilding — a former school annexe now used as a workshop and storage space, but with potential for a variety of uses.

The main property is entered via a timber double-glazed front door into a small vestibule, leading directly into the main living room. This is a bright, welcoming space with cream walls, wooden flooring and three front-facing sash windows. An electric stove set against one wall adds a focal point and a touch of warmth. There is ample room for sofas, storage and a media unit setup.

To the side, a conservatory offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful garden views from three sides. Constructed with a brick base and timber frame, it features double-glazed windows and door with a polycarbonate roof above. Wood flooring continues here and there’s space for chairs or a small seating arrangement, making this an ideal spot to enjoy the surrounding scenery.

An inner hallway leads to the rest of the main cottage accommodation. The bedroom is softly decorated with pink-painted walls, a fitted wardrobe with white painted doors, a window and a wall-mounted heater. A light-coloured carpet adds comfort underfoot.

The kitchen is compact but well arranged, with wood-coloured units and white acrylic worktops. Splashback tiles run along the work surface areas, with space provided for an undercounter fridge and washing machine. Two windows bring in natural light and the stainless steel sink sits beneath one of them. An integrated oven and electric hob are fitted and a slimline breakfast bar provides a casual dining option.

The shower room includes a standard suite with toilet, basin and an electric shower inside a white-framed cubicle. Walls are painted in a neutral tone with white tiling inside the enclosure. A chrome towel radiator is mounted to the wall while a window with roller blind completes the space.

To the rear of the plot sits the former school annexe – a substantial timber-framed, timber-clad outbuilding with pitched corrugated roof and mains connections for water and electricity. It includes several partitioned rooms, including a main open-plan classroom-style area with kitchenette setup (units, under counter fridge, sink), two bedrooms, a utility space with sink, a separate toilet and a stand-alone shower room. The annexe has been used in recent years for storage and workshop purposes but offers excellent potential for a home business, guest space, hobby studio or tailored conversion (subject to permissions).

The garden grounds extend to the front, side and rear, bordered by a combination of masonry walls, timber fencing and post-and-wire fencing. A tarred driveway provides generous off-street parking and the grounds include lawn, trees and natural planting to create a private, enclosed outdoor space.

Heating is by electric storage and panel heaters, with hot water provided via a cylinder in the loft space. The main building is of traditional solid stone construction with attractive sandstone detailing and light render. Windows are single glazed sash replacements installed at the time of conversion.

Robin Cottage offers something truly different, a rare blend of traditional character, rural seclusion and flexible space that extends beyond the main home. With the added potential of a self-contained annexe, garden grounds and a scenic Highland setting, it’s a property that will suit buyers looking to combine lifestyle with practicality. Early viewing is essential to appreciate everything on offer, so don’t delay, call Hamish Homes right away!

About Culrain

Culrain is a small Highland village set amidst dramatic scenery on the banks of the Kyle of Sutherland. Rich in character and surrounded by forested hills, rivers and walking trails, it offers a peaceful, off-the-beaten-path lifestyle with a strong connection to nature and local history.

Despite its remote feel, Culrain benefits from its own railway station, offering convenient links to Inverness and beyond. Everyday essentials can be found in the neighbouring village of Ardgay, just a few minutes away, while the town of Tain provides a wider selection of supermarkets, shops, cafés and medical services.

Families are well supported by Gledfield Primary School in Ardgay, with older pupils attending Tain Royal Academy. With its wild landscapes, outdoor pursuits and authentic Highland atmosphere, Culrain is ideal for those looking to enjoy a slower pace of life in a truly scenic location.

General Information:
Services: Mains Water & Electric
Council Tax Band: A
EPC Rating: E (51)
Entry Date: Early entry available
Home Report: Available on request.
Viewings: 7 Days accompanied by agent.