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Cuan Cove, South Cuan Offers Over £320,000 CUAN COVE, SOUTH CUAN OFFERS OVER £320,000 A spacious four-bedroom property located on the beautiful Isle of Luing, with extensive grounds, breath-taking views and access to 145 metres of foreshore. Key Features Cuan Cove enjoys many quality features, such as: - ● Stunning uninterrupted sea views to the front of the property of Torsa and the Seil Sound. ● Sea shore access with 145 metres of foreshore ● Large grounds ● Grazing ground suitable for a horse or small numbers of livestock. ● Perfect restoration project ● Ideal base for sailing activities ● Excellent lifestyle opportunity ● Spacious Boathouse with workshop The property is located in South Cuan half a mile from the Luing Ferry, and is accessed from the public road to a private driveway which runs down the hill to Cuan Cove, which is shared by the neighbouring property. ● Oban 17 miles ● Lochgilphead 37 miles ● Glasgow 116 miles In all the property extends to 1.92 hectares (4.74 acres) CUAN COVE SOUTH CUAN, LUING PA34 4TU OFFERS OVER £320,000 Situation The Isle of Luing is located 17 miles south of Oban on the West Coast of Scotland. The island is located in the Inner Hebrides, and is included in the Slate Islands, known for their slate quarries. The main villages on Luing are Cullipool and Toberonochy, with the nearest shop located 5 minutes away in Cullipool, the Luing Stores & Post Office. There are a number of restaurants and pubs nearby on the Isle of Seil. The Island is is accessed via the Clachan Bridge to Seil, and the Luing Ferry from the Isle of Seil to the Isle of Luing. The Isle of Luing ferry runs every half hour during the day, and takes 5 minutes. South Cuan is a picturesque coastal rural village, with breathtaking sea views. South Cuan has a small campsite, and the ferry landing for Luing. Description Cuan Cove is a four-bedroom timber frame detached bungalow built circa 1970’s. The property sits on 1.92 hectares (4.74 acres) of ground, and enjoys a private location set back from the public road. Cuan Cove enjoys an extensive garden, which includes ample opportunity for horses or a small number of livestock, with a pond and exclusive access to 145 metres of shore. There is remnants of a stable building and horse paddock (approximately 400 square metres), both requiring restoration. Included on the property is a large boathouse with slipway. This is a short walk towards the shoreline from the house, and is ideal for anyone with an interest in yachting. The property enjoys uninterrupted views across to Torsa and the Seil Sound. Cuan Cove is accessed by a private road, which is shared with the neighbouring property to the north, Camus Beag. Accommodation The property is access to the east via a short set of steps, leading to: • ‘L’ shaped Hallway with doors to Living Room, Kitchen, Bathroom and all four Bedrooms. • Large ‘L’ shaped Living/Dining Room (6.1m x 3.6m & 7.4m x 2.7m) • Kitchen with modern units (3.6m x 3.9m) with a door to a small Boiler Room containing the oil boiler unit (3.9m x 1m) and back door. The Kitchen also includes an airing cupboard with a hot water cylinder. • Family Bathroom, containing large bath, shower unit, toilet and sink (3.1m x 2.6 m) • Bedroom 1 (3.9m x 3.6m) with built in wardrobe • Bedroom 2 (2.6m x 3.1m) with built in wardrobe • Bedroom 3 (2.6m x 3.2m) with built in wardrobe • Bedroom 4 (3.6 m x 3.98m) with built in wardrobe and alcove for desk. There is a lean to shed on the south gable of the property. Boathouse The property has a large boat house with access to the shore, containing: • Small hallway leading to the Shower Room, Office, and Workshop. • Shower Room, includes a shower, toilet sink and bath (1.5m x 2.45m) • Office including a built in in cupboard, worktop and sink (3.5m x 3.6m) • Large Workshop accessed via set of stairs. There is a large door to the east end with a slipway and tracks leading to the sea, but this is currently non- operational. (12.25m x 6.1m) 01223 559352 bidwells.co.uk Additional Information Offers Home Report Offers in Scottish Legal Form Property valued at £320,000 should be submitted to the Home Report available on Selling Agents at their Fort request. William office. Parties are asked to satisfy themselves Services that they fully understand the The property is serviced by implications of offering under private water supply and mains Scottish Law. electricity. The property is connected to a septic tank. Closing Date A closing date may be fixed EPC and prospective Purchasers Cuan Cove has an energy are advised to register their efficiency rating of 58 (D) and interest with the Selling Agents. an environmental impact rating of 50 (E). Certificates available Titles from the selling agents on The title deeds are available for request. inspection by a prospective purchaser or his agent by prior Council Tax appointment at the offices of Council Tax for Cuan Cove is the sellers’ solicitors. Should band F. there be any discrepancy Local Authority between these particulars, stipulations, special conditions Argyll & Bute Council, Kilmory, of sale and missives of sale, Lochgilphead, Argyll, PA31 the last shall prevail. 8RT Date of Entry Enquiries Date of Entry will be by mutual Angus Kelly agreement. 01397 702433 [email protected] Viewing Strictly by prior arrangement. Bidwells, Carn Dearg House, North Road, Fort William, PH33 6PP Important Notice These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements or representatives of fact. Bidwells LLP has no authority to make or give in writing or verbally any representation or warranties in relation to the pro perty. Any areas of measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. No assumptions should be made that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Bidwells LLP have not carried out a survey, nor tested the services, appliances or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. In the interest of Health & Safety, please ensure that you take due care when inspecting the property. Bidwells LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales (registered number OC344553). Registered head office is Bidwell House, Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 9LD, where a list of members is available for inspection Important Notice These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements or representatives of fact. Bidwells LLP has no authority to make or give in writing or verbally any representation or warranties in relation to the property. Any areas of measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. No assumptions should be made that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Bidwells LLP have not carried out a survey, nor tested the services, appliances or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. In the interest of Health & Safety, please ensure that you take due care when inspecting the property. Bidwells LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales (registered number OC344553). Registered head office is Bidwell House, Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 9LD, where a list of members is available for inspection .
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