Shore Road, Kilmun, Kilmun Offers in the region of £685,000

Cashlie is an outstanding period country house set in the much sought after loch-side village of Kilmun in beautiful Argyll. Nestled between the River Eachaig at the mouth of the Holy Loch and the National Park, with magnificent views of the loch and surrounding countryside, the south-facing property has two sitting rooms, four bedrooms, formal dining room, dining kitchen, music room, family bathroom, cloakroom, en-suite and utility rooms. The truly fantastic gardens must be walked round to fully appreciate the size, beauty and thoughtfulness that has been afforded to the layout. An undeniably magnificent family home in an idyllic location.

The picturesque village of Kilmun is surrounded by natural beauty, sits on the banks of the Holy Loch and has outstanding views, not only of the loch and the Firth of Clyde, but also the surrounding hills and countryside. The area, which is approximately seven miles from Dunoon and on the edge of Scotland’s First National Park, is well served with a post office / mini market, hotel, pub, golf and bowling clubs, medical centre, churches and a fantastic primary school which has just been awarded the Green Flag. The popular, and ever expanding, Holy Loch Marina is just a few minutes drive away at the other side of the loch.

There is also a regular bus service to Dunoon making the supermarkets, shops, hairdressers, eateries, pubs, sports and sailing clubs and cinema etc easily accessible. In addition, there are two ferry links to Gourock with rail and coach links meaning that Glasgow city centre is little more than an hour away, with Glasgow Airport, Braehead Shopping Centre and Greenock even closer.

Access
Cashlie is entered through double gates on the shore road a few hundred yards after the turn off to Kilmun from the A815 Dunoon to Strachur road. A sweeping driveway leads through the gardens to the entrance of the property, and beyond to a parking or turning area.

Entrance
The main entrance is at the front of the house. An external wooden door opens up to a small vestibule where a glass door meets the hallway. Further entrances can be found via the patio doors at the kitchen or through the utility room off the courtyard.

LOWER FLOOR

Hallway
The grand hallway sets the tone for the rest of the property. The tartan carpet, high ceilings, fabulous ceiling window and marble statue give you an early insight into the elegance of the house. A few paces in, the hallway splits with the sitting room, dining room, music room, kitchen, utility room, bathroom and upstairs accommodation to the right and bedrooms and cloakroom to the left.

Sitting Room
5.2m x 4.6m
Dual aspect with large windows to the front and side offering lovely views of the gardens, the loch and the surrounding countryside. Like many of the rooms, the sitting room has cornicing, ceiling rose and high ceilings thus ensuring that the original charm remains. Classy, yet comfortable, with chandelier and decorative alcoves and a feature fireplace with tiled hearth and wooden surround.

Dining Room
4.7m x 3.9m
Perfect for formal dining. Window overlooks the patio and side garden and the countryside beyond.

Music Room
3.7m x 2.5m
Front facing room with window to the pond. Currently used as a music room, however would also be perfect as a study or further bedroom. Storage cupboard.

Family Bathroom
3.7m x 2.3m
Large family bathroom consisting of roll-top bath, fully enclosed shower cubicle, WC and wash-hand basin. The room is enhanced by wall tiles, heated towel rail, mirrored vanity unit and a large Velux window in the ceiling which allows plenty of natural light to stream in.

Dining Kitchen
6.3m x 3.5m
Large modern kitchen with wooden wall and base units with in-built lights. Window at sink overlooks the courtyard and French Doors open to the patio area. Plenty of space for a large table and chairs – ideal for breakfast, morning coffee or informal entertaining. Chinese slate floor tiles are a wonderful feature and the room is further enhanced by the integrated ceiling lights and tiled walls.

Utility Rooms
3.1m x 2.6m
3.2m x 2.7m
Two utility rooms, separated by an internal door, can be found off the kitchen. Both have ample sockets, strip lights and plenty of space to carry out household chores. The first room has wall and base units, a window to the garden and a tiled floor. The second room is partially tiled, has a window and door to the courtyard and a storage cupboard as well as a sink, washing machine and tumble dryer.

Cloakroom
2.6m x 1.4m
The handy cloakroom, with WC, wash-hand basin and coat hooks, is the first room to the left side of the hall after the split. The walls are mainly tiled.

Master Bedroom
5.5m x 4.6m
Lovely big room with dual aspect – windows to the front and side gardens ensure waking up in the morning is a joy. Carpeted with high ceilings, cornice and ceiling rose. A large en-suite is perfect for preparing for the day ahead.

En-suite
2.9m x 2.6m
Good sized room with large walk-in shower cubicle, WC and wash-hand basin. The walls are mainly tiled. Window to the front garden, ceiling light and radiator.

Bedroom 2
4.9m x 4.2m
A bright and airy large double room with window to the side garden.  Currently decorated in neutral colours. High ceiling, radiator, carpet and ceiling light. Fantastic second bedroom or guest room.

Bedroom 3
3.7m x 3.1m
Double room at the rear of the property with window overlooking the courtyard. Ceiling light, radiator and carpet. Would be perfect for children or guests.

UPPER FLOOR

Carpeted stairs situated in the hallway next to the kitchen lead to the living quarters on the upper floor. A comfortable sitting / TV room and generous bedroom would make this an ideal area for teenagers who want to have some independence, whilst retaining the home comforts downstairs.

Sitting / TV Room
5.7m x 3.2m
Excellent chill-out area in neutral decor. Comfortable, relaxed area perfect for listening to music or watching TV. Two good sized windows on one side and a Velux window on the other beam plenty of natural light in. Large storage cupboard.

Bedroom 4
5.1m x 3.7m
An internal door leads to the long bedroom. A window overlooks the back and a further Velux window in the ceiling ensure the room is kept bright.  Also calming due to the decor and layout.

GARDENS
You cannot fail to be impressed as soon as you pass through the double gates into the property. Classy, elegant, aesthetically pleasing and enjoyable describe the magnificent gardens from one corner to the next. Two statues of lions sit impressively over the entrance to the sweeping driveway which curves to the property and a turning / parking area at the far end of the house.
Mature trees, lawn, bushes, hedges and shrubs add colour and splendour with the stone-walled pond at the front entrance adding a touch of class. Outhouses, including a fully equipped summer house, provide further options for entertaining or working from home, as does the patio area which can be accessed via the kitchen.
The enormity of the gardens are borne out by the fact the top quarter could easily be transformed into a good sized paddock; thus appealing to anyone with horses or ponies.
Similarly, anyone with thoughts of development could be accommodated as the land could be sub-divided into several plots.
In truth, words and pictures can only partly describe the glorious gardens – a walk round is imperative to fully appreciate the splendour.

All enquiries must come through Waterside Property. Please call 01369 701755 for further details or to arrange a viewing. Only those with a genuine interest in purchasing this property should register an interest or request a viewing.