Architect-Designed Contemporary Home with Spectacular Cuillin Views

(Stunning Architect-Designed 6 Bedroom Home Near Sligachan with Cuillin Views)

Glen Drynoch, North of Sligachan, Isle of Skye

An exceptional architect-designed contemporary home set within the dramatic landscape north of Sligachan, enjoying breathtaking views towards the iconic Cuillin mountains.

Based on an R.HOUSE RB5 architectural design and customised for this site, the property combines striking modern architecture with high-specification finishes and energy-efficient construction. Originally conceived for luxury accommodation use, the house now presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial modern home in one of the Isle of Skye’s most spectacular and sought-after locations.

Extending across two floors, the property provides six bedrooms and six bathrooms (five en-suite), offering spacious and flexible accommodation ideally suited to family living, guest accommodation or premium hospitality use,

Description

The house has been thoughtfully designed to maximise natural light, space and views across the surrounding landscape.

At the heart of the home is a generous open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, where large glazed doors frame uninterrupted views across the valley towards the Cuillin mountains. The space creates a natural focal point for everyday living and entertaining while connecting the interior with the dramatic Highland scenery beyond.

The kitchen features a premium German Nobilia kitchen with integrated appliances and double oven and hobs, complemented by durable work surfaces and a practical and spacious utility room.

Four well-proportioned bedrooms are located on the ground floor, three of which benefit from en-suite bathrooms, alongside an additional shower room providing excellent flexibility for guests or family living.

The first floor provides two further bedrooms and bathrooms together with an elevated living area designed to capture panoramic views across the surrounding landscape and towards the Cuillin ridge.

The layout, with multiple en-suite bedrooms, was originally designed to support luxury guest accommodation, making the property equally suited to a substantial private residence or hospitality venture.

Specification

The property has been constructed to a high specification with a strong emphasis on durability, comfort and energy efficiency.

Architectural Design

•Architect-designed contemporary home

•Based on the R.HOUSE RB5 design, customised for this location

•Designed to maximise natural light and landscape views

Kitchen & Interiors

•Premium German Nobilia kitchen

•Italian KEOPE porcelain floor tiles

•Oak flooring to principal living areas

•Contemporary internal finishes throughout

Bathrooms

•ROCA sanitaryware

•Merlyn shower enclosures

•VADO fittings

Energy Efficiency

•Air source heat pump

•Underfloor heating with individual room thermostats

•Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR)

Construction

•High-performance Nordan windows

•Natural slate roof

•Private water supply

•10-year NHBC structural warranty

These features combine to create a comfortable, modern home designed for year-round living in a Highland environment.

Gardens & Grounds

The property occupies a generous rural site at GlenDrynoch with private access and parking and turning space for several vehicles.

The surrounding landscape provides exceptional natural beauty and privacy, with open views across moorland and woodland towards the Cuillin mountains.

The position offers both seclusion and convenient access to the renowned landscapes of Glen Sligachan and the wider Isle of Skye.

Location

GlenDrynoch lies just north of Sligachan, one of Skye’s most iconic locations and a gateway to the Cuillin mountains.

The area is internationally renowned for its dramatic scenery and outdoor pursuits, including walking, climbing, cycling and wildlife watching. The island’s capital Portree provides a wide range of amenities including shops, restaurants, schools and transport links.

The Isle of Skye continues to attract strong interest from buyers seeking exceptional natural surroundings combined with high-quality modern homes.

Accommodation

Ground Floor

•Entrance hall

•Open-plan kitchen / dining / living area

•Utility room

•Bedroom 1 with en-suite

•Bedroom 2 with en-suite

•Bedroom 3 with en-suite

•Bedroom 4

•Shower room

First Floor

•Upper living area with panoramic views

•Bedroom 5 with en-suite

•Bedroom 6 with en-suite

Services

Private water supply

Air source heat pump heating

Electricity connection

Private drainage via treatment plant

Tenure

Freehold

EPC

87B

Viewing

Strictly by appointment.

Rooms

Entrance hall 2.30m x 1.90m (7ft 6in x 6ft 2in)

Open-plan kitchen / dining / living area 5.80m x 4.80m (19ft x 15ft 8in)

Utility room 3.20m x 2.10m (10ft 5in x 6ft 10in)

Bedroom 1 3.20m x 3.50m (10ft 5in x 11ft 5in)

Bedroom 2 2.50m x 1.80m (8ft 2in x 5ft 10in)

Bedroom 3 3.60m x 3.80m (11ft 9in x 12ft 5in)

Bedroom 4 3.20m x 3.10m (10ft 5in x 10ft 2in)

Shower room 2.30m x 2.30m (7ft 6in x 7ft 6in)

Upper living area

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

R.HOUSE is an entirely new concept in rural living, by award winning architects Rural Design with James MacQueen Builders on the Isle of Skye. What our clients say; “We spent a lot of time looking at designs and layouts when we decided to build our own house back home on Skye. We loved the R2.5 and were delighted that the R.House team were able to accommodate our various modification requests. This was all done at the start of the project so we knew our overall cost which really helped us budget. 3 months since moving in and we can not think of anything we would change about the house. Thanks to the R.House team for the prompt professional service, we would not hesitate to recommend the company.” Marco & Margaret, R2.5, Isle of Skye R.HOUSE offer a complete turnkey solution. We take care of planning permission, building warrant, ground works, utility connections through to your completed house. The R.HOUSE has been conceived to create a simple solution for design led, intelligent, contemporary homes in Scotland. Designed to sit comfortably within a rural context, the simple forms and robust materials of the R.HOUSE evoke the timeless forms of traditional Highland barns and steadings, allowing the house to blend in with existing buildings, or an open site. Constructed to meet the rigours of the Highland weather and the highest standards of energy efficiency the R.HOUSE is intended to provide a high quality home for years to come. Simplicity is at the heart of the process. Fixed prices and speed of construction will take the worry and stress out of your project, allowing you to focus on enjoying your new home.

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