Thomas Telford Lettings - 3 Bedroom Property

Overlooking Lochbay the Preachers Rest forms the second side of a renovated Historic Church built in 1829. It is a luxurious semi detached property over two levels. The Old Original features including stone and timber floors give an impression of the original church design but within a contemporary setting. The contrast between old and new is striking. A historic building in a dramatic setting with art works, antiques, and luxury interior add to its somewhat unorthodox characteristics. The space Situated within The Old Church east side overlooking Loch Bay the Preachers Rest forms one side of the renovated Historic Building.But it’s the not so well known experiences that make the Old Church a great place to be based - the world famous red sunsets and dark skys; white tailed sea eagles; forgotten wild flowers and fauna; dragonflies and yellowhammers; orcas, whales and dolphins. The coral beaches, secret coves and cliff-top walk to Neist point lighthouse. Nordic connections; ancient brochs; and the mysterious ruined church at Trumpan take you back through time. Visit Dunvegan Castle and gardens where the seat of Clan MacLeod has been in continuous residence for over 800 years. The Preachers Rest has its own main door entrance with luxurious self-contained accommodation over two levels. Unorthodox Self Cetering accomodation that is new to Waternish on the Isle of Skye. The Preachers Rest: Situated within The Old Church east side overlooking Loch Bay the Preachers Rest forms one side of the renovated Historic Building. Main door entrance with luxurious self contained accommodation over two levels. To suit a maximum of 6 guests Downstairs • Main door entrance into large original stone floored hall. • Large comfy living space with 85-inch HD 4K smart tv and built in ‘Alexa’. Apple TV, Board games, a collective library of books, and a cast iron log burning stove for Winter evenings. Stunning views over Lochbay. • Fully equipped kitchen/dining including fridge/freezer, dish washer, Aga range and cooker. Upstairs • Master bedroom with super king-size bed and an ensuite bathroom. Extensive views out over Loch Bay. • Second lavish double bedroom and third cosy twin bedroom, both with ample storage. • Luxury linen and bedding. • Shower/bathroom. • Helpful amenities including ironing board and steam iron, hairdryer and Scottish organic toiletries. Midge spray and a host of other helpful small surprises. • New furnishings throughout with many antiques and contemporary art works. Outside • Private patio and garden with pink bird boxes. • Well stocked garden to front and rear. Outdoor furniture and herb boxes where you can pick your own. • Log store and recycling areas. Shared parking. • An experienced gardener on hand! Other things to note The former Waternish Parish Church, designed by William Thomson and adjacent Manse by Joseph Mitchel, as a ‘standard Parliamentary pair’ were constructed around 1828 some 40 years after Thomas Telford proposals to the British Fisheries Society for a planned fishing port at Stein. Telford’s grand plan involved ‘a rhythm of terraces and crescents punctuated by fountains’ and although it was scaled back as the herring fishing declined, his influence on Waternish including the Old Church and Manse, are held with pride today. Yet within walking distance there is the Stein Inn, the oldest pub on Skye; the famous Lochbay Michelin seafood restaurant; and of course Skyeskyns. Whether solitude or ceilidh; marine exploration or mountains; Viking history or Crofting that’s of interest. All is on your doorstep with helpful advice on hand rather than outdated guide books. Wake up to cuckoos and corncrakes; Willie’s highland coos next door . . . and red deer in the garden. Registration Details HI-30271