Manse Brae, Lochgilphead, PA31

This impressive period property presents a truly exceptional opportunity to own a piece of history in a prime Lochgilphead location. Situated on one of the town's most sought-after streets, this substantial family home is set within approximately one acre of beautiful garden grounds, providing a rare sense of privacy and seclusion. The property’s central position within its land and its sheer scale make it a truly unique offering in the local market.

The private setting of this impressive home belies its convenient accessibility. It’s just a short walk to Lochgilphead's vibrant high street, where you can find a wide variety of independent shops, cafes, and essential amenities. The town is well-equipped with excellent primary and secondary schooling, banks, a hospital, a supermarket, and a range of recreational facilities including a golf course, a swimming pool, and a sports center. This makes the property an ideal choice for a growing family or anyone looking to embrace a lifestyle that combines rural tranquility with urban convenience. Lochgilphead is also the administrative headquarters of Argyll & Bute Council, located at Kilmory, adding to the town’s importance.

Beyond the immediate locale, the property is perfectly positioned for exploring the best of Argyll. The famous yachting basin at Crinan is practically on your doorstep, offering a gateway to the stunning Inner Hebrides. The historic town of Inveraray, with its famous castle and ancestral ties to the Duke of Argyll, is only a short drive away. For those who travel frequently, Glasgow can be reached comfortably within two hours, while ferries to the neighboring Isles of Islay and Jura are located at Kennacraig, just on the outskirts of the charming fishing village of Tarbert.

Inside, the home is wonderfully bright and extremely spacious, with a layout that effortlessly balances formal and informal living spaces. The accommodation begins with a wide entrance vestibule leading to a beautiful reception hall. The spacious sitting room features an attractive fireplace, while the elegant formal dining room provides an ideal setting for dinner parties and family gatherings. Both rooms have large picture windows that provide captivating views of the lush garden grounds. One of the home's most appealing features is the large conservatory, which is accessible from both the sitting room and the kitchen and serves as the perfect spot to enjoy the peace and quiet of the surroundings. The kitchen itself is well-fitted and flows into a large family room, which also has a dedicated utility area. A useful ground floor single bedroom with an adjoining dressing room and a shower room with a WC complete the main floor, offering flexible living arrangements for a multi-generational family or visiting guests.

A stunning staircase leads to the first floor. Here, you will find three luxuriously sized bedrooms. One of the bedrooms includes its own en-suite shower room, providing a private space for residents. The remaining bedrooms share a superb family bathroom, which has a large walk-in shower and a separate bathtub. A further first-floor WC and a host of clever storage solutions complete the internal tour of this magnificent property.

The outdoor space is just as impressive as the interior. Cairnsmore sits perfectly at the center of its secluded acre of gardens, providing ample space for both parking and recreation. The property comes with the added benefit of lapsed planning permission for a separate dwelling house to be built within the grounds. This presents a fantastic opportunity for future development should you wish to explore it. Additionally, a large stone outbuilding, which requires refurbishment, offers great potential to be transformed into a home office, workshop, or hobby space, perfectly tailored to your needs.

Properties of this caliber, offering such a unique combination of historical charm, extensive grounds, and a prime location, are incredibly rare to the market. With the majority of the window being double glazed year round confort is ensured, not to mention plenty of off street parking via the large gravel drive makes early viewing highly recommended.