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A golfer’s paradise
AUNIQUE penthouse in the picturesque coastal town of Lossiemouth in Moray boasts outstanding accommodation over one level and with four sizable balconies, offers uninterrupted views across Moray Golf Course to the Moray Firth.
Forming the top floor of an exclusive and architecturally distinctive building completed in 2005 and aptly named Golf View Apartments, the two-bedroomed penthouse offers over 1,600sq ft of light-filled contemporary accommodation, star of which is a 36ft drawing room with a statement logburning fire, large full length corner window framing dramatic sea views, and broad sliding doors out onto a balcony.
Double doors from the drawing room give access to the adjoining 27ft kitchen and dining area, where the wood floored work area is beautifully fitted with stylish cabinetry, range cooker, integrated appliances and island unit/breakfast bar.
The latter is also adjacent to and overlooking another sizable sea-facing balcony.
Off the other side of the reception hall is the main bathroom – luxuriously appointed with twin vanity basins, freestanding oval bath, and separate walk-in shower – and two double bedrooms, both of which have sliding patio doors onto a balcony overlooking the famous links golf course. The 20ft principal bedroom incorporates bespoke fitted wardrobes and en suite shower room, while bedroom two also has bespoke fitted storage and conveniently adjoins the main bathroom.
Golf View Apartments occupies an elevated, stone-walled setting on Stotfield Road complemented by expansive beautifully landscaped communal gardens. Known as the ‘Jewel in Moray’s crown’, Lossiemouth is famous for its sandy beaches, marina, and opportunities for sea angling and sailing.
Nearby, the main town of Elgin offers wide-ranging amenities and historic cultural attractions – Lossiemouth is also conveniently close to the A96 and A9 linking to the cities of Inverness and Aberdeen. Details from Strutt & Parker in Inverness, which invites offers over £495,000 for this one-of-a-kind coastal opportunity.