Property description
Auchafour Cottage is a spectacular open plan property nestled into the idyllic Argyll countryside. The property sits in approximately 1 acre of land with commanding views over the Isle of Bute with the popular seaside resort of Rothesay in view and the Mountains of Arran in the distance. Auchafour Cottage has been built to a very high standard with an open plan design to capture the surrounding light and maximize the beautiful views.
Situation:
Toward itself at the Southern tip of the Cowal Peninsula benefits from infinite views stretching the Clyde to the Islands of the Cumbraes, Bute with Arran in the back view, Holy Isle and Ailsa Craig in the South, tranquil beaches, a splendid yachting club and an abundance of historical interest including Toward Castle, Principal home of the La-Mont Family and built in the mid 15th Century, Toward Point also boars 1 of only 18 Lighthouses built by Robert Stevenson.
A truly magnificent location and less than 15 Minutes from Dunoon, the area\‘s largest Town, there is a regular bus service that takes you into the Town center from The Yacht club at Toward Point
Dunoon has a number of local amenities including a cinema, two supermarkets, several choice restaurants and bars, primary and secondary schools, library, post office, doctor\‘s surgeries, leisure center with swimming pool and gym. Nearby Sandbank also has the Holy Loch Marina which offers excellent facilities including an art studio and coffee shop.
A regular bus service is operated in the area and also extending to further outlying areas , however the local bus terminates at Toward Village hall
Regular ferry services operate from Dunoon Pier to Gourock with regular bus and train connections to Paisley Gilmore Street, which is handy for Glasgow airport, and also to Glasgow Central Station.
Western Ferries located at Hunter\‘s Quay also offers a regular vehicle service to McInroys Point in Gourock. Dunoon now enjoys the status of being the marine gateway to Scotland\‘s first National Park
Auchafour Cottage is a unique home built to the exacting standards of the present owners from an old cottage. Although the cottage still remains there is very little to recognize, it was extended on all aspects with only the chimney breast remaining as a feature in the center of this very contemporary property. The chimney dates back to 1860. It has been transformed with open plan living space with a modern, specifically designed German kitchen and state of the art bathrooms. The property has been built in an adaptable way and could be easily changed to being 2-3 bedroom property with the erection of an internal wall and wouldn\‘t detract from the original open plan design. The kitchen is of the best quality with stainless steel, granite and solid wood work surfaces. The Master bedroom has a state of the art en-suite bathroom which is truly spectacular with light flooding in from the windows and a stunning cupola in the center of the ceiling complete with twin marble sinks, large Jacuzzi bath and an open shower. The bathroom is fully tiled and finished as a wet room. A further shower room is at the rear of the property and again is designed and constructed to the same high standard.
The property comprises of: ALL Open Plan living area, German engineered & Designer Kitchen, Dining area, Study/Bedroom 2, Master Bedroom, En-suite Bathroom, Shower room, and Utility Room.
PLEASE REFER TO THE FLOOR PLAN
Garden
Auchafour Cottage is encircled in landscaped gardens extending to approximately 1 acre and is surrounded by hills and fields with wonderful views wherever you look. A large decking area is to the south and west walls of the property and have the finest views which extend to the Isle of Bute and the Isle of Arran with the Kyles of Bute in between the land and the islands. The boundary of the gardens is fenced and has various young trees and shrubs dotted around. A graveled pathway leads from the gate to the rear door of the property.
Please call Marco +447801711361 or Mark +44(0)1369 708 960
or email marcopellicci@millerstewart.com to arrange a viewing
Disclaimer
Whilst we endeavor to make these particulars as accurate as possible, they do not form any part of any contract on offer, nor are they guaranteed. Measurements are approximate and in most cases are taken using a digital/sonic measuring device and are taken to the widest point. We have not tested the electricity, gas or water services or any appliances. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item is included for sale with the property. If there is any part of this that you find misleading or simply wish clarification on any point, please contact our office immediately when we will endeavor to assist you in any way possible.
Property Features :
- FULLY DETACHED
- STUNNING CONDITION
- FLOOR PLAN
- APPROX ONE ACRE GARDEN
- DOUBLE GLAZING