Stonefield Port of Menteith Stirling Stirlingshire Fk8 3Rd
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STONEFIELD PORT OF MENTEITH STIRLING STIRLINGSHIRE FK8 3RD OFFERS OVER £400,000 ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATING: E Stonefield is situated in rural Stirlingshire to the east of Aberfoyle, close to the Lake of Menteith. The area was established as a burgh of barony, then named simply Port of Menteith, in 1457 by King James III of Scotland. 15 miles from Stirling, 30 miles from Glasgow and just over 50 miles from central Edinburgh, Stonefield Cottage offers a superb rural location, yet for the commuter is within easy reach of most areas of commerce within central Scotland. In the summer months a ferry runs from Port of Menteith to the island of Inchmahome, site of the Historic Scotland- maintained Inchmahome Priory. The village is home to a fishing club and is the starting point for anglers on the Lake of Menteith. Nick Nairn’s cookery school is based at Loch End, just south of Port of Menteith at the south-east corner of the Lake. In the winter months if the lake freezes over, the Grand Match or Bonspiel is held drawing curlers from all over the world. Stonefield is a charming detached traditional stone-built cottage, with a white washed render under a slate roof. The property is accessed from a private road, shared with one other property. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a unique property, which enjoys an elevated position with wonderful views over the surrounding landscape, in a most peaceful and private setting. The garden grounds are extensive and include a walled garden, home to a mature orchard. There is an original stone cottage, now used as a storage barn which presents an excellent development opportunity for a holiday let, a home office/ studio or ancillary guest accommodation to the main house, (subject to obtaining the necessary consents). The woodland grounds lead to a burn with countryside walks beyond into the village of Aberfoyle. A deceptively large property, internally, the accommodation is in good order and has been tastefully restored throughout. The cottage has numerous windows flooding all rooms with natural light and enjoying views of the beautiful surrounding landscape. The flexible layout allows for some reception rooms to be adapted as bedrooms and vice versa. Of particular note is the main reception room with exposed beams, stone open fireplace, with dramatic views to the south. The accommodation comprises: Ground Floor: Boot room hall. Utility Room. Family Bathroom. Large Kitchen. Living Room. South Facing Bedroom/Dining Room. Playroom/Study with garden access First Floor: Landing/Study area. 3 Bedrooms. WC. Ample Cupboards Outbuildings: Stone cottage/barn with corrugated roof, in need of repair, offering development potential. Timber shed to rear. Garden: Private access road (shared with one other property). Private driveway providing parking for several cars. Patio area. Gardens to front partially laid to lawn. A mixture of mature plants including a blackthorn bush, producing sloe berries. Vegetable patch. Wild wood and bubbling brook to the rear. The property is heated by oil-fired central heating and is partly double-glazed. Externally there are mature country garden grounds extending to approximately 1 acre or thereby. Local villages cater for most daily needs with Stirling offering a wealth of shopping, retail outlets, bars, restaurants and cinemas to name but a few venues. Schooling for all ages is to hand along with a broad array of sporting, leisure and rural pursuits. Superb trout fishing is to be had on the Lake of Menteith. TRAVEL: REF: From Stirling take the A84 heading as if to Crianlarich, bear KMcL/S3603 left on to the A873. Proceed through Thornhill and Port of Menteith, follow around the north west side of the Lake of HOME REPORT: Menteith and Stonefield Cottage is marked by a sign on A Home Report is available for this property. Please ask your right hand side. Proceed up the track and Stonefield for details. is the 1st cottage on your right. DISCLAIMER: VIEWING: Whilst we endeavour to make these particulars as accurate Strictly by appointment through our Property Department as possible they do not form part of any contract or offer on 01324 626107. nor are they guaranteed. Measurements are approximate and in most cases are taken with a digital/sonic measuring ENTRY: device and are taken to the widest point. Floorplans are Negotiable. not to scale. COUNCIL TAX: HOUSE SALES: Band ‘E’ If you have a house to sell we provide FREE pre-sales advice including valuation. We will visit your home and ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATING: E discuss in detail all aspects of selling and buying including costs and marketing strategy. Property Department 9 Cow Wynd, Off High Street, Falkirk, FK1 1PQ T : 01324 626107 F : 01324 620994 E : [email protected].