A traditional farmhouse & outbuildings around a private courtyard dunstaffnage mains farmhouse , by , , pa37 1pz

A traditional farmhouse and outbuildings around a private courtyard with additional cottage dunstaffnage mains farmhouse dunbeg, by oban, argyll, pa37 1pz Farmhouse: 4 bedrooms w Drawing room w Utility room w Open plan kitchen & dining room w Bathroom w Shower room

Cottage: 2 bedrooms w Living room with kitchenette w Shower room w Utility room

Outbuildings: Sound proofed recording studio w Control room w Main performance area w Production booth w Vocal booth w WC w Store

Byre w About 1.4 acres of grounds and a further 1.9 acres on lease

Oban: 3 miles, Inveraray: 34 miles, Glasgow Airport: 85 miles, Glasgow: 93 miles Directions From Glasgow follow the M8 westbound and take the cut off for the Erskine Bridge. Cross the bridge and follow the A82 to Crianlarich. At Crianlarich turn left on the A82 signposted Fort William and Oban. After Tyndrum bear left onto the A85 and continue towards Oban. Shortly after passing through Connel, turn right into Dunbeg Village and follow signs for Dunstaffnage Castle. Dunstaffnage Mains Farmhouse is on the left just after the cattle grid. Situation Dunstaffnage Mains Farmhouse occupies a sheltered position facing northeast towards Dunstaffnage Bay and the marina. The area benefits greatly from the gulf stream, and the coast is protected by the many lovely islands. The property sits just outside the village of Dunbeg, sharing a road with Dunstaffnage Castle and the Scottish Association of Marine Sciences (SAMS) - both fascinating neighbours who represent the past and future culture of the area. The area is very accessible, and provides a wealth of places to discover, from the castle woods to a series of sandy and stony bays, all with a backdrop of hills, islands and sea. Dunstaffnage Castle dates back to the 13th century, making it one of ’s oldest stone castles. Guarding a strategic location, it was built by the MacDougall lords of Lorn, and has been held since the 15th century by the . To this day there is a hereditary Captain of Dunstaffnage, although they no longer reside at the castle, which is open to visitors. means “fort” in Gaelic, while the rest of the name derives from the Norse stafr-nis, “headland of the staff”. SAMS is one of the UK’s leading marine science research organisations, and one of the oldest oceanographic institutions in the world. Three miles south lies the town of Oban. It is the largest port in the West of Scotland and is known as ‘The Gateway to the Isles’. Oban is a centre for the West Coast sailing scene and still retains a small fishing fleet. Along with its many ferries to the isles, there are several tour boats that give you a glimpse of the abundant sea life. Oban boasts a wide variety of shops, sporting and transport facilities. Restaurants, cafés and bars abound, many with live bands and ceilidhs and, for the energetic, there are water sports, a leisure centre and gymnasium. Description Farmhouse Cottage Dunstaffnage Mains Farmhouse is a traditional 18th century, Category The accommodation spans two floors and has been redeveloped In addition to the principal property there is a delightful two bedroom B listed farmhouse with outbuildings set around a courtyard in private to create a modern open plan kitchen living area while installing cottage, again with solar panel system, which has served as a useful grounds, close to Dunstaffnage Bay and Dunstaffnage Castle. modern comforts throughout this beautiful farmhouse. The property overflow for guests, and has been run a holiday cottage by the present has a superb balance of traditional period features as well as modern owners. The property is thought to have originally been the home farm on finishes, and benefits from newly appointed bathrooms with slate Dunstaffnage Estate and still has its range of outbuildings typical of a Studio floor and heated towel rails. Recently fitted traditional wood burning farm of the Georgian era. The farmhouse and courtyard are believed to stoves add warmth and ambiance to the principal reception rooms, One of the barns has been converted into a recording studio. It has have been developed over a period of years from 1730 to 1780. It is while the new Shaker style kitchen with plentiful storage and slate floor been designed and built with flexibility for other purposes (subject to thought that the same tenant farming family occupied the farmhouse beneath, is very much in keeping with a period farmhouse yet includes relevant planning). from its completion until the estate sold off the farm in 1989. the integrated appliances expected of a modern family home. The Grounds farmhouse also benefits from solar panel system. Dunstaffnage Mains is set in about 1.4 acres of grounds, with a wide The bedrooms are all of a generous size and take full advantage of the variety of mature trees and shrubs. A grassy, tree clad knoll to the rear magnificent views from the property. of the property screens it from the village, and the courtyard has been landscaped with an area in which to enjoy summer dining. Cottage Studio B yre Total gross internal area (approx): 4.51m x 24.02m (14'9" x 78'10") B yre 2,521.6 sq ft, 234.3 sq m 4.51m x 24.02m Excluding Byre and Recording Studio (14'9" x 78'10") For identification only. Not to Scale. Jaggy Pixels Imaging Ltd ©

B edroom 2.85m x 4.20m S ound (9'4" x 13'9") B oth B edroom 2.85m x 4.20m 3.80m x 4.29m (9'4" x 13'9") (12S'6o" ux n14d'1") B oth 3.80m x 4.29m (12'6" x 14'1") Court Yard Court Yard

Utility Living R oom R oom 6.30m x 3.15m 5.60m x 4.20m Utility Living (20'8" x 10'4") (18'4" x 13'9") R oom R oom 6.30m x 3.15m 5.60m x 4.20m (20'8" x 10'4") (18'4" x 13'9")

S tudio 7.63m x 4.29m (25' x 14'1") S tudio 7.63m x 4.29m (25' x 14'1")

S hower R oom 1.69m x 3.01m (5S'7h" ox w9'1e1r") R oom K itchen/Dining 1.69m x 3.01m R oom (5'7" x 9'11") 5.00m x 8.20m K i(t1c6h'5e" nx /2D6'i1n1i"n) g R oom 5.00m x 8.20m (16'5" x 26'11") B edroom 3.08m (10'1") max x 4.20m (13'9") Vocal B edroom B oth S tore WC 3.08m (10'1") max 1.89m x 1.88m x 4.20m (13'9") (6V'2"o xc 6a'2l") B oth S tore WC 1.89m x 1.88m B athroom (6'2" x 6'2") Cottage Recording Studio 1.93m x 3.63m Utility (6'4" x 11'11") B athroom Cottage Recording Studio R oom 1.93m x 3.63m 4.32m x 3.23m Drawing Utility (6'4" x 11'11") (14'2" x 10'7") R oom B edroom R oom 4.37m x 3.00m 4.30m x 5.70m 4.32m x 3.23m (14'4" x 9'10") (1D4'r1a" wx 1i8n'8g") (14'2" x 10'7") B edroom R oom B edroom 2.27m x 3.72m 4.37m x 3.00m 4.30m x 5.70m (7'5" x 12'2") (14'4" x 9'10") B edroom (14'1" x 18'8") 2.27m x 3.72m (7'5" x 12'2")

Ground Floor

Ground Floor

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B edroom B edroom 4.30m x 3.54m 2.00m x 3.72m (14'1" x 11'7") (6'7" x 12'2") B edroom B edroom 4.30m x 3.54m 2.00m x 3.72m (14'1" x 11'7") Savills Glasgow (6'7" x 12'2") [email protected] Dunsta nage Mains , Dunbeg, By Oban Firs t Floor 0141 222 5875 Total area: approx. 234.3 sq. metres (2521.6 sq. feet)Excluding Byre and Recording Studio DFuorns idetant ifincatgioen oMnlay.i nNost, tDunbeg,o scale. co pByyr igObanht JPI ltd Firs t Floor Total area: approx. 234.3 sq. metres (2521.6 sq. feet)Excluding Byre and Recording Studio For identification only. Not to scale. copyright JPI ltd Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested savills.co.uk any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 170825CG