Property description
*****FIXED PRICE***** Stunning south-facing 4 bedroom eco-friendly house on the banks of the River Eachaig in the sought after village of Kilmun. Built in 2008 to an exceptionally high standard by John Browns of Strone, as one of four in an affordable housing development, the larch-wood construction benefits by four front-facing bedrooms, loch facing sitting room with multi-fuel stove, fitted kitchen, utility room, downstairs shower room and family bathroom. Externally large private front, back and side gardens with car parking further enhance the property. Can be purchased in full or as under the Scottish Government Shared Equity Initiative with between a 51% and 80% shareholding.
The picturesque village of Kilmun sits on the shore of the Holy Loch approximately seven miles from Dunoon, Cowal’s capital town and is on the edge of Scotland’s First National Park ensuring that there is an abundance of recognised walks. Along with neighbouring villages Strone, Blairmore and Ardentinny the area is perfect for hill walking, is surrounded by natural beauty and is well served with a post office / mini market, petrol station with well stocked shop, hotels, pub, golf, bowling and sailing clubs, medical centre, churches, play parks and a fantastic primary school. A regular bus service ensures that Dunoon is easily accessible.
Accommodation
Lower Floor – Sitting / Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility Room, Double Bedroom and Shower Room
Upper Floor – Three Double Bedrooms and Family Bathroom
Access
Eachaig is accessed directly off the shore road in Kilmun and No. 4 is the property on the right, set apart from the other three houses.
Entrance
There are three entrances to the property – through the main door at the front, the back door to the utility room and a further entrance directly into the sitting room.
Entrance Porch
2.30m x 1.37m
Wooden / glazed door opens to welcoming entrance porch. An internal door leads to the lower hallway.
Lower Hallway
The classy, and welcoming, feel continues to the hallway and sets the tone for the house. Leads to the sitting room, downstairs bedroom and shower room. Large walk-in cupboard, neutral carpet and walls, two radiators and ceiling light. Deep window and further window high up on wall ensure plenty of natural light streams in to the hall, and on to the stairs to the upper floor.
Sitting / Dining Room
5.43m x 4.48m
Lovely bright sitting room with triple aspect and a fabulous river view through the large front window, which has internal wooden shutters which can be fully opened to allow natural light in or closed to keep the room cosy. The main feature of the room is the multi-fuel stove which is both practical and aesthetically pleasing. Ample space for lounge furniture and dining table and chairs. Semi-open plan with kitchen.
Kitchen
3.73m x 2.69m
Fitted with gloss cream wall (with lighting) and base units with darker worktops. Integrated dishwasher and fridge, oven, grill, hob with extractor over. Part tiled walls, four-bar ceiling light, and access to the utility room. Large window to the back garden.
Utility Room
3.64m x 1.83m
Internal door from kitchen to utility room and external door to the back garden and the drying area. Shelving, wall cupboards and large floor-to-ceiling cupboard provides plenty of storage. Part tiled. Space for extra white goods and plumbed for washing machine.
Shower Room
2.68m x 1.29m
Off the lower hallway the very handy shower room has white WC, wash-hand basin and large walk-in shower cubicle. Heated towel rail, ceiling light and extractor.
Bedroom 4
3.85m x 2.56m
Downstairs bedroom with lovely front-facing views through the double windows. Carpet, heater and walk-in cupboard which has a shelf and hanging rail
The carpeted staircase has a smooth wooden banister and ceiling light over. High up window streams natural light over stairs.
Upper Hallway
Hallway leads to three double bedrooms and family bathroom and benefits by three very good sized storage cupboards. Two windows at either end of the hall look over back garden.
Bedroom 1
3.70m x 4.25m
Front facing double room with three windows ensuring the most of the vista on offer. In-built wardrobes, carpet and ceiling light.
Bedroom 2
3.70m x 4.25m
Another good sized double room with front facing views. Also benefitting with in-built wardrobes.
Bedroom 3
4.25m x 2.62m
Currently used as a study but would also made an ideal bedroom. Also with double windows to the front, carpet, ceiling light and in-built wardrobes.
Bathroom
2.49m x 2.27m
Family bathroom situated at the end of the hallway and comprising white WC, wash-hand basin and bath with shower over. Part tiled, heated towel rail, extractor and frosted window to the rear.
Gardens and Parking
The property benefits by a fully enclosed, large wrap-around garden which is mainly lawn at the front with back being beautifully landscaped. There are plenty of seating areas to enjoy the stunning surroundings, a bin / log store and wooden shed.
There are plenty of parking spaces available, two of which are directly next to this property.
Misc.
Timber Cladding
The timber cladding is Scottish larch and will naturally weather and change colour over time.
Shared Equity
The Shared Equity Scheme mainly aims to help first-time buyers and people living in private rented housing or with relatives. However, it can also help others such as those whose situation has significantly changed or if you have a disability and own a home which doesn’t suit your needs. Please note that if you currently own your own home, or part-own a property, you will need to sell your interest in that property at the same time that you buy a home through this initiative.
If you are eligible for the scheme then you could be entitled to own a shareholding starting from 51%, up to a maximum of 80%, with the remainder being owned by the Scottish Government.
Any prospective buyer looking to take advantage of this scheme must have their offer approved by the Scottish Government.
EPC - C
Property Features :
- Detached 4 Bedroom Property
- Eco- Friendly, Built in 2008 with Scottish Larch
- Stunning South-Facing River-side Location
- Private Gardens and Parking
- Walk-In Condition
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