Property description

• An immensely characterful 'B' listed detached villa with wonderful views over the Clyde estuary. Charming reception hall, 4 reception rooms, study, conservatory, 6 bedrooms (one en-suite), recreation room/7th bedroom, fitted kitchen (with Aga), store room, cloaks/wc, shower room and utility room. Gas c/h. Two outbuildings. EER - E


The epitome of character and style and undoubtedly one of Helensburgh's hidden gems, 'Redcote' commands a prime position within this historic, affluent and picturesque coastal town.

Built in 1881 in the 'Arts and Crafts' style and considered by Historic Scotland to be of significant architectural merit, this impressive 'B' Listed red sandstone family home retains numerous, beautifully maintained period features and is set amidst expansive, tree - lined and well stocked garden grounds.

A great deal of time and money has been spent developing the interior to withstand the rigours of modern family life, greatly enhancing the house, which offers generous accommodation over three floors. The traditionally proportioned apartments retain classical fireplaces, ornate ceiling cornice plasterwork, corbels and the specification includes; hardwood parquet flooring, well appointed kitchen with Aga cooker and Belfast sink, travertine flooring, multi-fuel stoves and gas fired central heating system.

Affording wonderful, southerly views over the Clyde estuary 'Redcote' comprises: entrance portico, broad, welcoming reception hall, elegant bay windowed lounge, formal dining room, family/sitting room, breakfasting room, generous conservatory, well equipped kitchen, utility room, generous rear hall and cloakroom/wc completes the ground floor. The first floor provides a large master bedroom with 'Jack and Jill' en suite bathroom, further three double bedroom, single bedroom, study and shower room together with a plant conservatory. A concealed staircase leads to additional recreation/storage space which could be utilised as bedrooms if required.

'Redcote'' is approached by a sweeping tree-lined driveway and is set within expansive, child-friendly grounds which feature a summer house, sun terrace, two out-buildings and off-street parking for several cars.

Henry Bell Street is located less than one mile from Helensburgh Central railway station, Colgrain and John Logie Baird primary schools and is under two miles from Hermitage Academy and the co-educational Lomond school.

Situated on the northern shore of the river Clyde, Helensburgh is surrounded by unspoiled scenery and offers an excellent train service to Glasgow, Dumbarton and Edinburgh. The birth place of John Logie Baird, the town provides places of historic and cultural interest and has been enhanced by the re-generation of its town centre with extensive street landscaping and river frontage.

The town offers a wide variety of shops, Waitrose supermarket, health care services, churches, banks, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, leisure centre and swimming pool. Sports and recreational facilities within the town include: rugby, tennis, bowling, football, golf and sailing clubs. Rhu marina and the Royal Northern and Clyde sailing club are located less than 3 miles away. EER Band E

Dining Room	18'3\" x 15'8\" (5.56m x 4.78m).
Lounge	22'9\" to bay x 15'8\" (6.93m to bay x 4.78m).
Sitting / family room	13'2\" x 10'8\" (4.01m x 3.25m).
Breakfast room	11'2\" (3.4m) reducing to 8'9\" (2.67m) x 11'5\" (3.48m).
Study	9'6\" x 7' (2.9m x 2.13m).
Recreation room / 7th bedroom	22'11\" x 12'6\" (6.99m x 3.8m).
Master bedroom	22'1\" x 15'8\" (6.73m x 4.78m).
Ensuite Bathroom	10'7\" (3.23m) reducing to 7'10\" (2.39m) x 8'6\" (2.6m).
Bedroom 2	15'8\" x 15' (4.78m x 4.57m).
Bedroom 3	13'2\" x 12' (4.01m x 3.66m).
Bedroom 4	13'2\" x 10'8\" (4.01m x 3.25m).
Bedroom 5	11' x 8'6\" (3.35m x 2.6m).
Bedroom 6	12'8\" (3.86m) x 10'8\" (3.25m) reducing to 7'10\" (2.39m).
Kitchen	13'3\" x 12' (4.04m x 3.66m).
Utility Room	9'1\" x 7' (2.77m x 2.13m).
Shower Room	11'1\" x 7'4\" (3.38m x 2.24m).
Cloakroom	6'3\" x 5'3\" (1.9m x 1.6m).
Conservatory	17' x 16'10\" (5.18m x 5.13m).

From central Helensburgh proceed east along the A814 East Clyde Street. Proceed for around half a mile and turn left into Henry Bell Street. Proceed towards the end. 'Redcote', No. 23 lies on the left hand side.