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Muirend Cottage, Glenhead Road, Lochwinnoch

Land size
2 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Approximately 2 acres of land
  • Excellent reception rooms
  • Ben Lomond views
  • Flexible layout
  • Walking distance to Barcraigs Reservoir
  • Stunning decked area
  • Peaceful setting
  • Viewing is a must!

Description

SUMMARY
This stunning linked detached bungalow in Lochwinnoch with approximately two acres, Muirend Cottage also sits close to Howwood and is within walking distance to Barcraigs Reservoir. The extensive grounds offer views towards Ben Lomond, outbuildings and is in a truly idyllic setting.

DESCRIPTION
Muirend Cottage is a truly special linked detached bungalow occupying approximately two acres of beautiful grounds in a peaceful rural setting within Lochwinnoch, conveniently located close to Howwood and within walking distance of Barcraigs Reservoir. Surrounded by open countryside and enjoying views towards Ben Lomond, offering a rare combination of space, flexibility and lifestyle. The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged for flexibility with additional reception space, depending on individual requirements. A welcoming central hallway connects the principal apartments, creating an excellent flow throughout. The lounge is bright and spacious, while the dining kitchen provides ample space. The four bedrooms are all well proportioned, with the principal bedroom benefiting from an en-suite shower room. A contemporary family shower room and the four bedroom offers flexibility for growing families, guests or home working. Externally, the property truly comes into its own. The grounds extend to approximately two acres and include expansive lawns, mature shrubs and a substantial outbuilding provides excellent storage or workshop space, while the charming summer house offers a peaceful retreat. The impressive decked seating area is perfectly positioned to enjoy the surrounding countryside and views towards Ben Lomond. Offering privacy, tranquillity and an enviable rural lifestyle, Muirend Cottage is a unique home that must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

Outbuildings
Outbuilding include Summerhouse, Large chicken coup and chicken run area, Dog Kennels and Dog Run and an addittional large outbuilding

Reciption Hallway

Lounge  13' 7" x 18' 8" ( 4.14m x 5.69m )

Kitchen 9' 8" x 17' 8" ( 2.95m x 5.38m )

Bedroom 4 / Study 9' 8" x 11' 10" ( 2.95m x 3.61m )

Bedroom 3 11' 3" x 11' 5" ( 3.43m x 3.48m )

Sitting Room 11' 9" x 14' 8" ( 3.58m x 4.47m )

Bedroom 1 11' 9" x 16' 4" ( 3.58m x 4.98m )

En-Suite

Bedroom 2 12' 8" x 14' 1" ( 3.86m x 4.29m )

Hallway

Shower room

Anti-Money Laundering
Please note that an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-07-16

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 430 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (1+ acres).

This Property£250,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £78,760 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
54 E
66 D

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
Oil Heating, Wood Burner
Broadband
Full Fibre (FTTP)
Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
Lateral Living, Level Access
Parking
Driveway
Garden
Front Garden, Rear Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Howwood Primary School1.6 miles
    Pupils
    116
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Lochwinnoch Primary School2.4 miles
    Pupils
    199
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • St Anthony's Primary School2.6 miles
    Pupils
    245
    Type
    Roman Catholic
  • Fordbank Primary School2.8 miles
    Pupils
    268
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Gateside Primary School3.1 miles
    Pupils
    45
    Type
    Non-denominational

Secondary

  • Johnstone High School3.1 miles
    Pupils
    869
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • St Benedict's High School4.6 miles
    Pupils
    725
    Type
    Roman Catholic
  • Linwood High School4.9 miles
    Pupils
    436
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Garnock Community Campus5 miles
    Pupils
    990
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Gleniffer High School5.2 miles
    Pupils
    1,110
    Type
    Non-denominational

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: planning activity, heritage and any flood history here are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Spar - Lochwinnoch, Lochwinnoch2.2 miles
Co-op Beith, Beith3.3 miles
Aldi Patons Mill RP High St, Johnstone4 miles

GP surgery

Mistylaw Medical Practice2.2 miles

Pharmacy

Salwan Pharamcy Ltd1.6 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Howwood (Renfrewshire) Rail Station1.6 miles

Nearest bus stop

Risk Cottages1 mile

Typical drive times

Renfrew17 min · 12 miles
Barrhead16 min · 10 miles
Johnstone9 min · 5.7 miles
Stewarton16 min · 9.6 miles
Glasgow (city)26 min · 19 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From SEPA flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Not shown on SEPA's flood mapsLower risk

Surface water

No mapped surface water riskLower risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)

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