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HILTON HOUSE , , AND BUTE OFFICES ACROSS HILTON HOUSE PORT BANNATYNE, ISLE OF BUTE

Rothesay about 3 miles about 43 miles (via ferry)

About 0.72 acres (0.29 ha)

An exclusive, substantial country house in a commanding position with outstanding elevated sea views from the Mull of to the Toward Peninsula.

3 Reception Rooms. 4 Bedrooms. 3 Bathrooms. • Tranquil location. • Flexible and generous accommodation. • Cleverly designed to maximise the stunning sea views. • Large south facing terrace and extensive gardens.

CKD Galbraith 7 Killoch Place KA7 2EA 01292 268181 [email protected] GENERAL DESCRIPTION Hilton House is a most impressive Country House in CKD Galbraith are delighted to present Hilton House, a wonderful private elevated position on the Isle of a substantial, much admired and expertly converted Bute with sweeping views from across the former farm steading. Toward peninsula to the east, Largs and Cumbrae, Craigmore and Ardbeg points on the Island, south Offered to the market for the first time since its over Kames Castle and Port Bannatyne Golf Course conversion in 1999 this superb four bedroom property and west across to the north ends of the is the highest inhabited property on the outstandingly islands of and Arran and further to the beautiful and historic Isle of Bute. Its situation high Mull of Kintyre. above sheltered Kames Bay and Port Bannatyne (with its newly built 100 berth marina) offers simply breath- An outstandingly beautiful and historic island, Bute is taking views in all directions. situated in the heart of the of Clyde, off Scotland’s verdant west coast. The island possesses areas of The extensive accommodation has been carefully great scenic beauty and has been a popular holiday laid out to take full advantage of the property’s destination dating back to Victorian times. Due to unique position and offers generous and bright its proximity to the Gulf Stream, the island enjoys a rooms throughout. Every element of the property’s particularly mild climate and has become known as construction has been completed to the highest the “Madeira of Scotland”. Bute is divided in two by standards. This really is a special property and the Highland Boundary Fault, in the north the island earliest possible viewing is recommended to fully is hilly and largely uncultivated and to the south, is appreciate this impressive home. more rolling and highly cultivated. The western side of Bute is known for its beautiful beaches, many ACCOMMODATION of which enjoy fine views over the From the front door a spacious, welcoming and towards Arran. beautifully decorated reception hall sets the tone for the rest of the house with its French doors leading (about 3 miles) has an approximate to the courtyard terrace. From the hall you have a population of 7000 and offers an extensive range of choice to head west to the bedroom wing or to amenities including primary and secondary schooling, step down into the double-height inner hall with its a campus of the Argyll College, a good range of custom-made Brazilian Mahogany spiral staircase. shops, a first class hospital, sports centre and golf course. Regular ferries (Caledonian MacBrayne) The bedroom wing begins with two south facing from Rothesay to (travelling time about double bedrooms and the fully tiled family bathroom 30 minutes) ensure that Glasgow City centre and conveniently placed between them. Both bedrooms the International Airport can be reached in about have French doors leading to the courtyard terrace 1.5 hours. Wemyss Bay has a direct train link to the and built-in wardrobes and dressing tables. At the end city centre whilst Glasgow Prestwick Airport and of the roof-light lit bedroom hallway is a corner sitting the popular Ayrshire coastal towns are also easily room with a lovely fireplace and convenient electric accessible within an hour’s travelling time. A second stove. Through a glazed door from the sitting room a ferry from on the north of the island to further hallway leads to the main guest bedroom with allows for easy access for visiting Argyll French doors leading to the west terrace and built in and the west coast of Scotland. mirrored wardrobes and its fully tiled ensuite shower room. At the end of the hall is the triple aspect master The Isle of Bute offers a wide range of leisure and bedroom with dressing room, large fully tiled ensuite recreation amenities including some excellent shower room and French doors to both the courtyard walking including The West Island Way which runs and west terraces. the length of the island for 25 miles, and the highest hill is Windy Hill at 278 metres. Golf is available on the The living accommodation leads from the double- island’s three courses, one of which at Port Bannatyne height hall; proceed up the spiral staircase and the is overlooked from Hilton House, and fishing is full length of the former barn is occupied by the living available at Loch Fad stocked with pike and brown room. This expansive room has windows on all four trout. is open to the public from sides (including an original arrow-slit window) with May to October with attractive gardens and a visitor all the windows around the sitting area having been centre, and the Discovery Centre at Rothesay houses specially designed to allow the views to be enjoyed a small cinema and tourist information centre. whilst guests are seated. The large open fire has a hand-made wrought iron grate and a Bute slate Proceed along this road for about half a mile and surround. The rear of the wonderful room offers a turn left at the cottage (signed West Isle Way). Hilton quiet spot for reading with its large picture window House is then approached from the gate at the right overlooking the hills to the north of the house. hand side. Continue up the road to Hilton House.

The lower level of the former barn accommodates ACCESS the dining kitchen. This room is very spacious with There is a right of access over the drive leading to a superb range of oak fitted floor and wall units and Hilton House with shared maintenance responsibility. glass display units all lit to create a warm ambience which is added to by the Italian terracotta floor POST CODE PA20 0QW tiles. There is a range cooker, built in fridge and dishwasher and marble-topped island unit, all laid SERVICES out for convenient food preparation. The dining area Mains electricity currently accommodates a very large oak table so Oil fired central heating there is plenty of room for entertaining on a grand Mains water scale. Private drainage Alarm Also on this level is a utility room with sink and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer as EPC well as a fully tiled cloakroom and wc. Completing The Energy Efficiency Rating is D65, and the the accommodation is an integral garage housing the Environmental Rating is E54. central heating boiler, handy for drying wellies and jackets after a day’s walking! SOLICITORS McNeil Solicitors OUTSIDE 26 Wellington Square The approach to Hilton starts alongside the shoreline as you turn in from the coastal road to Rhubodach Ayr Ferry and the Kyle of Bute. From the gate at the KA7 1HH bottom of the road you climb up through Hilton Wood Tel: 01292 886600 and then through the gates to Hilton itself. There is a large gravelled drive with ample parking and there LOCAL AUTHORITY are beautifully maintained grounds surrounding Argyll and Bute Council the house mainly laid to lawn, with palm trees, fruit Kilmory Lochgilphead trees and stone terracing suitable for planting shrubs Argyll and flowers. The large central sheltered courtyard PA31 8RT captures the sun all day and is perfect for outdoor Telephone: 01546 602127 entertaining or simply relaxing and taking in the amazing views – from Skelmorlie across the Toward FIXTURES AND FITTINGS peninsula to the east, Largs and Cumbrae, Craigmore Fitted carpets are included in the sale. No items and Ardbeg points on the island, south over Kames are included unless specifically mentioned in these Castle and Port Bannatyne Golf Course and west particulars. across Ettrick Bay to the north ends of the islands of Inchmarnock and Arran and further to the Mull of OUTGOINGS Kintyre – quite spectacular. There is outside lighting For Council Tax purposes Hilton House has been surrounding the house and a timber framed shed at assessed as Band G. the bottom of the drive. VIEWING DIRECTIONS By appointment with the Selling Agents. From Glasgow, head west on the M8. Continuing past , head onto the A78 and into Wemyss Bay. Take the Caledonian Macbrayne Ferry from Wemyss Bay to Rothesay (0800 066 5000). From the Rothesay Ferry terminal, turn right and continue out of Rothesay and on to Port Bannatyne. Proceed along this road past the new marina and bear right at Kames Castle entrance gates on to the A886 (Rhubodach).

IMPORTANT NOTES 1 These particulars are intended to give a fair and overall description of the property. If any points are relevant to your interest, please ask for further information, prior to viewing. Prospective purchasers are advised to seek their own professional advice. 2 Areas, measurements and distances are given as a guide. Photographs depict only certain parts of the property. Nothing within the particulars shall be deemed to be a statement as to the structural condition, nor the working order of services and appliances. 3 These particulars shall not be binding on our clients whether acted on or otherwise, unless the same is incorporated within a written document, signed by our clients or on their behalf, satisfying the requirements of Section 3 of The Requirements of Writing (Scotland) Act 1995. 4 Closing Date A closing date may be fixed. Prospective purchasers who have notified their interest through lawyers to CKD Galbraith, in writing, will be advised of a closing date, unless the property has been sold previously. The Seller will not be obliged to accept the highest, or indeed any offer and has the right to accept an offer at any time or withdraw the property from the market. The Seller will not be liable for any costs incurred by interested parties. 5 Offers Formal offers in the acceptable Scottish form should be submitted, through a Scottish Lawyer, to CKD Galbraith, 7 Killoch Place, Ayr, KA7 2EA. 6 Third Party Rights and Servitudes The subjects are sold together with and subject to all existing rights of way, servitudes, wayleaves and others whether contained in the Title Deeds or otherwise, and purchasers will be deemed to have satisfied themselves in all respects thereof.

MORTGAGE FINANCE CKD Galbraith has an alliance with independent mortgage brokers Springtide Capital Ltd, who through their excellent relationships with lenders and private banks can advise on the most suitable mortgage for your circumstances. For further information, contact Matthew Griffiths who is based in our office on 0131 240 6990.. OFFICES ACROSS SCOTLAND