Beautiful Period Farmhouse and Stables with 6 Acres in Lovely Rural Setting Ballabeg Dykehead, by Port of Menteith, Stirlingshire

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Beautiful Period Farmhouse and Stables with 6 Acres in Lovely Rural Setting Ballabeg Dykehead, by Port of Menteith, Stirlingshire BEAUTIFUL PERIOD FARMHOUSE AND STABLES WITH 6 ACRES IN LOVELY RURAL SETTING ballabeg dykehead, by port of menteith, stirlingshire BEAUTIFUL PERIOD FARMHOUSE AND STABLES WITH 6 ACRES IN LOVELY RURAL SETTING ballabeg dykehead, by port of menteith, stirlingshire fk8 3jy Reception hall w drawing room w dining room w kitchen/family room w utility room w cloakroom /WC w 5 bedrooms (3 en suite) w bathroom w Steading, byre, stables, store/office w Mature mainly lawned gardens with patio and terrace w Paddocks and manège w Approximately 6 acres Stirling 14 miles, Glasgow city centre 42 miles, Glasgow Airport 32 miles, Edinburgh 52 miles Directions From Milngavie head north along the A81. Shortly after passing through Strathblane bear right onto the A875, passing through Killearn and Balfron. At the junction with the A811 turn right towards Stirling. Continue through Buchlyvie and into the village of Arnprior. In Arnprior turn left onto the B8034 (signposted Port of Menteith) and continue for about 2.5 miles into the village of Dykehead. Take the first turning on the left and continue along the public road. Ballabeg is situated on the right hand side. From Stirling, take the A811 west to Arnprior. Turn right in Arnprior onto the B8034 and proceed as above. Situation Offering peace and privacy, Ballabeg was originally a former factor’s cottage sitting in the midst of the Cardross Estate. It occupies a beautiful rural setting with fine views over the surrounding countryside, to the south over the Gargunnock Hills and the Campsie Fells and to the west over Ben Lomond. The property is easily accessible, with the motorway network only 14 miles to the east providing swift access to both Glasgow and Edinburgh. While Stirling has a mainline railway station, Glasgow can be reached more directly by the A81 through Strathblane. Both Glasgow and Edinburgh airports offer regular services to London and other UK cities as well as services to a number of foreign destinations. Stirling is the major city for central Scotland and provides a full range of shops, schools and services including a choice of supermarkets, a large shopping centre, a cinema and a swimming pool. Port of Menteith is approximately two miles to the north and has a primary school as well as the historic lake with excellent trout fishing and a luxury hotel. Thornhill and Aberfoyle are small villages with primary schools, post offices/village shops and pubs. In addition to being well placed for the amenities and towns of central Scotland the property is also convenient for access to the Highlands with Crianlarich and Fort William both within easy reach. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is situated to the west, offering some of Britain’s most spectacular scenery and hill walking. Loch Lomond is well known for its water sports including windsurfing, Paddocks and Manège Possession sailing and water skiing. There are a number of well respected golf The paddocks to the rear extend to approximately 5 acres and are Vacant possession and entry will be given on completion. courses in the area including Aberfoyle, Balfron, Buchanan Castle, bordered by adjoining woodland. There are open aspects from the Callander and Stirling. gardens and paddocks to Ben Lomond. Offers Offers must be submitted in Scottish legal terms to the Selling Agents. Description In addition to the open pasture the current owners have been A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers Ballabeg is a beautifully presented period farmhouse set in an enviable responsible for the installation of a superb outdoor manège with post are advised to register their interest with the Selling Agents following elevated setting with magnificent views to Ben Lomond and the and rail fencing and a rubber surface. inspection. Campsie Fells. General Remarks Viewing Externally the property is of traditional construction, being stone and Local Authority Strictly by appointment with Savills – 0141 222 5875 slate, with an attractive symmetrical façade. The house was extended Stirlingshire Council Tax Band G. in 1998 and now extends to an impressive 3123 sq ft, of free flowing Purchase price accommodation. EPC Within 7 days of the conclusion of Missives a deposit of 10% of the F purchase price shall be paid. The deposit will be non-returnable in the Internally the accommodation is formed over two floors and has retained event of the Purchaser(s) failing to complete the sale for reasons not some wonderful period features including flagstone floors and stone Servitude rights, burdens and wayleaves attributable to the Seller or his agents. fireplaces. These have been combined with some modern touches The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, including French doors and a number of full height floor to ceiling windows burdens, reservations and wayleaves, including rights of access and in the extended living room, maximising the natural light and adding to rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and the enjoyment of the incredible views. The country style kitchen fitted in wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other 2014 is perfectly in keeping with the look of the house: a solid wooden pipes, whether contained in the Title Deeds or informally constituted and work surface, plentiful storage cupboards, large Belfast sink and cream whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. The four oven Aga echo the traditional feel of the property and these are Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied himself as to the nature of all complemented by a stylish island / breakfast bar with an electric fan oven such servitude rights and others. and inset induction hob. Demonstrating the flexibility of space the kitchen opens through to a comfortable family area, making this ideal for modern family living. The property also benefits from a ground floor bedroom (presently used as a music room) and en suite bathroom with separate shower cubicle suitable for an elderly occupant or live in help. The principal bedrooms are found on the first floor, all with spectacular views and again well balanced with four bedrooms (two with en-suite shower rooms) and family bathroom. Outbuildings Steading The L-shaped steading to the north of the property is built of sandstone with a corrugated metal roof. It comprises a former byre currently used for storage, stables which are in the form of two loose boxes, one of which is in a section of the outbuildings which is divided to provide a lined and floored storage area, an office which is fully lined, with a pine clad ceiling with inset spotlights, and beautiful views from its west facing windows. The outbuildings could provide possible additional accommodation with the appropriate planning permission. Grounds The front garden is mainly lawned with hedged surround. There is a patio area and a raised terrace taking full advantage of the views to Fintry and beyond to the Campsies. The gardens to the rear are walled. The gardens boast a wide range of mature shrubs, trees and vegetable garden. Ballabeg, Dykehead, Port of Menteith Gross internal area(approx.): 290.2 sq. metres (3123.8 sq. feet) For identification only. Not to Scale. JPI Ltd oc Total gross internal area (approx): 3,123.8 sq ft, 290.2 sq m For identification only. Not to Scale. Ballabeg, Dykehead, Port of Menteith Jaggy Pixels Imaging Ltd © Gross internal area(approx.): 290.2 sq. metres (3123.8 sq. feet) BedForroom identification only. Not to Scale. 4.64m x 5.15m (15'3" JPIx 16'11" )Ltd oc Bathroom 2.34m x 2.80m (7'8" x 9'2") Drawing Room 5.10m x 6.60m (16'9" x 21'8") Bedroom 4.64m x 5.15m (15'3" x 16'11") Reception Hall 3.56m x 5.15m (11'8" x 16'11") Ground Floor Bathroom 2.34m x 2.80m © Crown copyright 2012 License Number 100020449 (7'8" x 9'2") Drawing Dining Room Kitchen/Family Boot Utility Room 5.10m x 6.60m Room Room Room 4.70m x 8.11m (16'9" x 21'8") 4.57m x 8.73m 3.44m x 2.00m 4.83m x 2.38m (15'5" x 26'7") (15' x 28'8") (11'4" x 6'7") (15'10" x 7'10") Reception Hall 3.56m x 5.15m (11'8" x 16'11") Bedroom WC 4.73m x 3.18m (15'6" x 10'5") Ground Floor Dining Kitchen/Family Boot Utility Room Room Room Room 4.70m x 8.11m 4.57m x 8.73m 3.44m x 2.00m 4.83m x 2.38m Shower (15'5" x 26'7") (15' x 28'8") (11'4" x 6'7") (15'10" x 7'10") Room Bedroom WC 4.73m x 3.18m (15'6" x 10'5") Shower Room Bedroom 4.78m x 3.18m Bedroom (15'8" x 10'5") 3.45m x 4.09m (11'4" x 13'5") Bathroom Bedroom 2.00m x 3.00m 3.10m x 3.50m (6'7" x 9'10") (10'2" x 11'6") Shower Room 1.65m x 1.85m (5'5" x 6'1") First Floor Bedroom 4.78m x 3.18m Bedroom (15'8" x 10'5") 3.45m x 4.09m (11'4" x 13'5") Savills Glasgow Bathroom Bedroom 2.00m x 3.00m 3.10m x 3.50m (6'7" x 9'10") (10'2" x 11'6") Shower [email protected] Room 1.65m x 1.85m 0141 222 5875 (5'5" x 6'1") First Floor Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1.
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