Carrick Castle Estate, Lochgoilhead, Cairndow, Argyll and Bute

Carrick Castle Estate, Lochgoilhead, PA24 8AF
Offers over £4,000,000.

Carrick Castle Estate occupies a magnificent, elevated position above the western shores of Loch Goil, offering a rare and highly versatile west coast holding.

SUMMARY
• Contemporary Principal house and Annex extending to over 7500 sq ft of flexible accommodation, built in 2015 to the Gold Standard of Sustainability on this award-winning estate with the highest eco-credentials.
• Additional residential properties including Whisperwood and Cuilimuich, providing accommodation for guests, staff or income generation.
• Impressive multi-purpose barn with large open-plan event space, ideal for functions, retreats or commercial use.
• Attractive mix of open ground and meadow, and a mix of native and commercial woodland offering privacy, shelter and natural capital.
• Shore frontage providing immediate access to the water enabling effortless access to sheltered sailing waters of the Firth of Clyde.
• Potential for a range of uses including private residential, multigenerational living, hospitality, events or holiday letting enterprise with established income-generating and private use potential.
• Easily accessible from Glasgow and central Scotland, yet offering complete seclusion.

Area in all about 515 acres

Inverary 23 miles, Gourock 25 miles (part by boat), Glasgow 54 miles, Edinburgh Airport 103 miles, Glasgow Airport 57 miles (All distances are approximate)

THE LAND
Extending to 515 acres, the land at Carrick Castle Estate provides a diverse and highly attractive setting, combining open grassland and rough pasture with mature woodland and areas of natural regeneration. This varied landscape creates a compelling balance between open, far-reaching views and more intimate, sheltered environments, all orientated to take full advantage of the estate’s elevated position overlooking Loch Goil.

Woodland surrounds much of the principal accommodation, offering privacy, shelter and visual structure, while also supporting biodiversity and seasonal interest throughout the year. Eagle Glen is a particularly notable feature, forming a natural corridor of mixed woodland and regenerating native species, with an established track providing access through the glen from the Lodge.

From an amenity perspective, the estate is exceptionally well suited to outdoor enjoyment. The mix of open ground, woodland and loch frontage creates a series of distinct yet interconnected spaces, ideal for walking, exploration and informal recreation. Elevated areas provide striking vantage points across the loch, while lower ground offers a direct connection to the shoreline.

The estate also presents clear sporting and leisure potential, characteristic of a west coast holding. The surrounding terrain supports a range of activities including wildlife observation, walking and, potentially, small-scale stalking or shooting, subject to the appropriate rights. The area is rich in wildlife, with regular sightings of deer and a wide variety of bird species.

The inclusion of lochside frontage further enhances the property, offering scope - subject to the necessary consents - for the creation of a private jetty or slipway. This would enable direct and convenient access to Loch Goil for boating, sailing, kayaking and paddleboarding, allowing the estate to fully capitalise on its coastal setting.

DESCRIPTION
Carrick Castle Estate offers a substantial and highly versatile holding, comprising well-proportioned accommodation, ancillary buildings and a large multi-purpose barn, together providing a flexible platform for private occupation, holiday letting, events or a mixed leisure and commercial enterprise.

CARRICK CASTLE LODGE AND ANNEX
At the heart of the estate lies Carrick Castle Lodge and Annex, an impressive ecofriendly luxury home over 7,500 sq ft. Built in 2015, the lodge has been designed to the Scottish Gold Standard of Sustainability, combining traditional materials including stone, larch cladding and oak beams with a contemporary layout arranged over three levels.

The ground floor of the Lodge provides ample bedroom accommodation comprising three principle double bedrooms with ensuites and five further double bedrooms served by a number of bath and shower rooms. Additional features include a steam room, family space and a functional and well-proportioned utility and laundry room.

The first floor forms the main living and entertaining space, centred around a generous open-plan central kitchen and the sitting room to the front with large windows that frame uninterrupted views over Loch Goil, while a wraparound balcony to the east and south provides direct external access. A formal dining room with views of the hillside and Eagle Glen can comfortably accommodate up to 18 guests, with further ancillary facilities including a wine room, utility room and bathroom.

The second floor, accessed via two staircases, offers additional flexibility with a games room and secondary sitting room, both benefiting from access to a west-facing balcony overlooking Eagle Glen. A further room to the front provides ideal space for a home office or additional bedroom.

Internally, the lodge is finished to a high standard, with tiled flooring at ground level and hardwood flooring throughout the upper floors. Exposed pine beams and generous ceiling heights enhance the sense of space, resulting in a property that is both impressive and highly functional.

Designed to exacting environmental standards, the Lodge and the Annex are net carbon negative, supported by a ground source heat pump and a 100kW solar array. Underfloor heating, abundant natural light and carefully considered design elements combine to create a comfortable and efficient living environment, while covered and sheltered outdoor spaces allow for year-round use.

Externally, the Lodge is surrounded by slate paving, forming a series of outdoor seating and entertaining areas, complemented by a Swedish sauna and wood-fired hot tub. The gardens are predominantly laid to lawn, offering ample space for gatherings and marquee events, before transitioning southwards into meadowland with winding paths leading to a summer house set above a pond. The laundry room and boiler house are discreetly situated to the rear of the Lodge with separate access, so as not impact the use of the Lodge.

The Lodge currently operates as part of a well-established events and hospitality offering, providing an exclusive-use setting for boutique weddings and gatherings. This flexible, largely self-catering arrangement complements the larger-scale facilities within the wider estate, while making full use of the loch side setting for outdoor ceremonies and receptions.

CARRICK CASTLE ANNEX
Complimenting the Lodge, Carrick Castle Annex is built to the same exacting standards providing further high-quality ancillary accommodation offering both flexibility and a high degree of privacy from the principal house. Arranged over two levels, the annex offers well-balanced and comfortable living space, comprising a principal bedroom with en-suite and two further double bedrooms.

The ground floor is centred around a bright, open-plan kitchen and dining area, oriented eastwards to capture views over Loch Goil, while a cosy sitting room to the rear provides a more intimate living space. The bedrooms are located on the first floor, each benefiting with access to balconies to the front and rear, reinforcing the connection to the surrounding landscape.

Internally, the property is well presented, with a combination of tiled and hardwood flooring at ground level and hardwood flooring throughout the upper floor.

SECONDARY ACCOMMODATION
Cuilimuich House, extending to approximately 2,019 sq ft. and offering well proportioned accommodation over two floors, including four bedrooms, a box room and family bathroom. Private parking and surrounding gardens creating a practical and attractive secondary dwelling.

Whisperwood offers a well-balanced six-bedroom layout over two floors, set within generous gardens, predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by mature hedging and planting, offering both privacy and shelter. A driveway leads to the rear, where a double garage provides practical storage and parking.

Full Planning Permission secured for two six bedroom houses south west of Cuilimuich House and planning permission in principle has been secured for the construction of holiday chalets in the field below the summer house.

THE BARN & WORKSHOP
A particularly notable feature of the estate is the Barn, a steel portal frame, with concrete floor and clad in timber, extending to approximately 5,393 sq ft. A substantial open venue space together with dedicated toilet facilities has significant capacity for functions, gatherings, events or commercial leisure use.

The Barn materially enhances the estate’s range of potential uses and would be of particular interest to purchasers seeking an established events, hospitality or retreat offering.

Alternatively, the Barn is well suited to the storage of a wide range of equipment and to support the operational requirements of the estate.

To the rear is a secure workshop and lean-to both of steel portal frame, and clad in corrugated metal utilised for estate machinery, maintenance tools and general land management equipment to support the day-to-day running of the estate.

VIEWING
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OFFERS
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