Along with its unusual name, Carnaby Lodge in Dingwall has another feature that makes it stand out from the rest of the homes in the pretty Highland town.
For within it, you’ll find exquisite interior wood panelling which came from part of the interior of Lochrosque Castle, the home of Sir Arthur Bignold, MP.
As for the name, it’s thought it comes from the man who built the 19th-century lodge, one Donald Mackintosh, an auctioneer in Dingwall whose mother-in-law was a Carnaby.
The house, which has sweeping steps leading up to the front door, doesn’t look like a typical Highland home.
The entrance, for example, is via an arch which houses multipane glass double doors with side windows which let lots of natural light in.
A spacious family home spread across three floors, the accommodation includes a vestibule, reception hall, lounge, kitchen, family room and dining room.
Upstairs, there is a master bedroom with en suite, two further bedrooms and a family bathroom/WC.
On a lower floor, there’s an annex which was previously used to house a shop with adjacent parking, but is now a self-contained large flat.
The layout of it means it could easily lend itself to further expansion, making it an ideal granny or student flat which could be leased and provide an additional source of income.
Outside, there are established gardens with shrubs, a vegetable patch and extensive lawns.
A detached garage/workshop has been built in such a way that it could possibly be converted to a small cottage and further rental potential.
The house on Ferry Road, which is on the market at offers over £360,000, is within easy walking distance of the centre of the market town.
Dingwall has a good selection of shops, supermarkets and facilities including primary and secondary schooling.
Inverness is just 15 miles away and there are good road and rail links to the city.
Contact: Scottish Property centre on 01463 795656.