House For Sale £425,000
Truly outstanding detached Victorian villa with stunning views which is currently being used as a lucrative and highly rated Bed and Breakfast in the picturesque, and much sought after, coastal village of Tighnabruaich. The property, which was built in 1881, has recently been modernised and updated throughout and benefits by having six double bedrooms (5 with en-suite shower rooms), large sea-facing conservatory, sitting room with log-burning stove, study / office, modern dining kitchen, utility / laundry room and family bathroom. Externally, Tregortha boasts large private gardens with a patio looking down to Kyles of Bute, driveway, garage and a fabulous studio with decking, all with the gorgeous sea and country vistas. As a B & B Tregortha offers tremendous business potential but will also appeal to house-hunters looking for a lovely family home set in a truly idyllic location.
Accommodation
Lower Floor – Sitting Room, Conservatory, Dining Kitchen, Utility Room, Office, Two Double Bedrooms (1 En-Suite), Family Bathroom and Reception Hallway
Upper Floor – Four Double Bedrooms (all En-Suite)
Directions
Tregortha is situated on the High Road not long after entering Tighnabruaich.
The property is split over two levels with the upper floor consisting of four double bedrooms (all with en-suite shower rooms) which are used as the letting bedrooms. The owners’ accommodation is situated downstairs along with the office and the conservatory which is used as the dining / breakfasting room.
Entrance
There are three entrances to the property. The main front door, the guest door at the side and via the utility room at the other side. The main entrance is reached by ascending the stairs which bisect the lawned garden to the chipped area at the front of the house. Storm doors open to reveal a vestibule with tiled floor and partially tiled walls. A large glass / wooden door opens to the reception hallway. The side door can be found just off the driveway and provides a more informal entrance, as well as the access area for guests. The utility room at the other side also provides access to the garden.
Reception Hallway
Currently only used by the owners, the welcoming hallway is long and wide with high ceilings, laminate flooring, a radiator and leads to the sitting room, two double bedrooms, the study, kitchen and bathroom. Large cupboards provide lots of storage space.
Sitting Room
5.00m x 4.20m
16’5” x 13’10”
This room, like most of the rooms in the house, has high ceilings, ornate cornicing and ceiling rose thus retaining original charm despite the fact that the property has been modernised internally. Log burning stove, laminate flooring, chandelier, radiator and large windows which make the most of the stunning views of the Kyles of Bute. A lockable door provides access to the conservatory.
Conservatory
4.70m x 3.90m
15’5” x 12’10”
The large conservatory has stunning views and is currently used as the dining / breakfasting room. An electric radiator ensures that the room is always cosy and the laminate flooring and L-shaped sofa add a relaxed atmosphere. Double doors open to the patio area which means that the conservatory is perfect for entertaining, regardless of the time of year.
Master Bedroom
5.00m x 4.10m
16’5” x 13’6”
Front facing, overlooking the garden and down to the Kyles through the large windows. Carpet, radiator, high ceilings, ceiling rose and three-pendant ceiling light. A lovely big room to waken up in every morning.
Bedroom 2
4.10m x 2.70m (including en-suite)
13’6” x 8’11”
Double room with window to the side of the property. Again, carpeted with high ceilings and radiator. The En-suite (2.20m x 1.00m / 7’3” x 3’4”) is clean and crisp, fully tiled with white WC and wash-hand basin and separate walk-in shower cubicle.
Study / Office
4.30m x 2.40m
14’2” x 7’11”
The office divides the owners’ living quarters and the outer hallway which leads to the guests’ entrance to the conservatory and stairs to the upper floor. Laminate flooring, ceiling light and radiator and plenty of space for shelves, computer desks etc. Lockable doors ensure that guests cannot accidentally stray into the room.
Family Bathroom
2.80m x 1.50m
9’3” x 4’11”
At the end of the long hallway sits the modern and tastefully decorated bathroom. Fully tiled floor and walls with white suite comprising wash-hand basin set in unit, WC and bath with shower over. Heated towel rail, wall heater, large mirror, curved ceiling lights and opaque window to the rear.
Dining Kitchen
3.70m x 3.50m
12’2” x 11’6”
Recently modernised to a very high standard and overlooking the back garden. Crisp white wall and base units with contrasting worktops are complimented by the wall tiles and large floor tiles. Gas cooker with extractor hood over, dishwasher, integrated ceiling and wall unit lights, radiator and ample room for a table and chairs.
Utility / Laundry Room
3.40m x 2.50m
11’2” x 8’3”
Flows from the kitchen with matching units, worktops and flooring and ample space for additional fridges, freezers and washing machines should the new owners wish to retain the property as a Bed and Breakfast.
Carpeted stairs to the upper floor ascend from the side entrance to the letting accommodation on the upper floor. Storage areas can be found on the half landings.
Upper Hallway
The upper hallway has access to the four bedrooms as well as space for occasional furniture. The bedrooms are all doubles with en-suite shower rooms, radiators, ceiling lights, table lamps and have Freesat installed.
Loch Riddon
4.10m x 3.80m
13’6” x 12’6”
Lovely, front facing, bedroom with good size en-suite and glorious views of the garden, the Kyles and the surrounding hills, trees and countryside. The En-suite (2.40m x 1.60m / 7’11” x 5’3”) has a large walk-in shower cubicle with sliding door and coloured suite comprising WC and wash-hand basin. Laminate flooring, tiled walls, wall mirror, heated towel rail and ceiling light. Window to front.
Loch Fyne
4.10m x 3.80m
13’6” x 12’6”
Another front-facing double room offering the gorgeous views. The En-suite (2.60m x 1.20m / 8’7” x 4’0”) consists of a white suite of WC and wash-hand basin and separate shower cubicle with push-open door. Laminate floor, tiled walls, ceiling light and extractor fan.
Loch Eck
4.60m x 3.30m (including En-suite)
15’1” x 10’10”
At the side of the house with good views looking up the Kyles. The En-suite (2.50m x 1.10m / 8’3” x 3’8”) has fully tiled walls, laminate floor, ceiling light, white WC and wash-hand basin with walk-in shower with pull-open screen door.
Loch Tarsan
4.10m x 3.30m (including En-suite)
13’6” x 10’10”
At the other side of the upstairs hallway. Carpet, radiator, ceiling lights, Freesat etc as in all the other bedrooms. The En-suite (2.30m x 1.00m / 7’7” x 3’4”) has laminate flooring, tiled walls, ceiling light, WC, basin and shower cubicle.
Gardens
Tregortha has a large and beautifully landscaped and maintained front garden made up mainly of lawn which slopes to the high road and is bisected by steps which lead from the front gate to the chipped area directly in front of the house. A stone wall at the bottom of the garden divides the lawn from the road. To the side a good sized patio area is situated next to the conservatory and is ideally positioned to get the best of the beautiful vista on offer. The elevated back garden is tiered and has lawn, seating area, drying green, vegetable plots and a studio at the top.
Studio
A fantastic addition to the property is the recently constructed timber outhouse which is currently being used as a studio but would make an equally good home office, gym or games room. A decking to the side provides a lovely relaxing area to soak up the beautiful surroundings.
Parking
At the side of the house is a driveway for several cars in front of the garage.
Ratings
Trip Advisor – 5*
Booking.com – 9.6 / 10
Misc.
The furniture and fittings may be available for private purchase.
In 2023 the turnover was £56,000.
Services
Mains Water
Septic Tank
Oil Fired Central Heating and Log Burning Stove
Note: The services, white goods and electrical appliances have not been checked by the selling agents.
Home Report
A copy of the Home Report is available by contacting Waterside Property Ltd.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Waterside Property Ltd.
Offers
Offers are to be submitted in Scottish legal terms to Waterside Property Ltd.
