Spacious Island Home in a Private Setting with Stunning Sea Views
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SPACIOUS ISLAND HOME IN A PRIVATE SETTING WITH STUNNING SEA VIEWS CALLANISH CLACHAN SEIL, ISLE OF SEIL, OBAN, ARGYLL SPACIOUS ISLAND HOME IN A PRIVATE SETTING WITH STUNNING SEA VIEWS CALLANISH CLACHAN SEIL, ISLE OF SEIL, OBAN, ARGYLL, PA34 4TN Entrance vestibule w Hallway w Drawing room w Sitting room w Kitchen w Utility room Family/dining room w Study/bedroom w Three double bedrooms w Two bathrooms w Wet room w WC Terrace w Patio area w Landscaped gardens Oban 13 miles, Glasgow Airport 100 miles, Glasgow 108 miles, Edinburgh 136 miles Directions From Oban proceed south on the A816 towards Lochgilphead for approximately 7.5 miles. Take the right signposted Easdale and Isle of Seil onto the B844 and continue for 6 miles, crossing the ‘Bridge over the Atlantic’. Pass through the village of Clachan Seil and take the right signposted Ardencaple. Callanish is the first house on the left hand side at the top of the hill. Situation Callanish sits in an elevated and extremely private setting on the edge of the hamlet of Clachan Seil. The property has stunning views over Balvicar Bay towards the island of Shuna, with the peaks of Scarba and Jura visible in the distance. The closest of the southern Inner Hebrides and the only one accessible by bridge, Seil retains all the characteristics of the island heritage of the West Highlands. Located 12 miles south of Oban, the diamond-shaped island nestles close into the mainland, separated only by a narrow sound, over which spans the famous “Bridge over the Atlantic”. Built in the late 18th century and covered by fairy foxgloves in spring, the bridge remains the island’s link to the outside world. Close by the west end of the bridge stands the Tigh an Truish, the House of the Trousers, now an inn. After the rebellion of 1745, when the wearing of the kilt was banned, islanders would change here into trews (trousers) before wading to the mainland. The pub remains the centre of many island activities and serves excellent locally sourced seafood. Balvicar, in the centre of the island, has an excellent local grocery store, post office, professional boatyard and the nine hole Isle of Seil Golf Course. To the south is the village of Ellenabeich, gateway to another small island, Easdale, reached by a passenger ferry. Both have pubs (The Oyster Bar and The Puffer respectively). North Cuan, a couple of miles to the southeast, is the terminal for the car ferry to Luing. There is a primary school at Ellenabeich and secondary schooling is at Oban High School. A school bus service operates. Local wildlife includes seals, otters, roe deer, herons, buzzards, swans, seabirds, occasional eagles and many colourful smaller bird species as well as pheasants. Porpoises, dolphins, basking sharks and Minke whales are all seen regularly in the surrounding waters. Divers find some of the clearest waters in the UK off the shores of Seil and the Garvellachs. Seil has excellent facilities for yachtsmen, both local and visiting, with anchorages providing shelter on passage from Crinan to the Sound of Mull. There is a variety of boat excursions, based at Seil Sound and Ellenabeich. Warmed by the Gulf Stream, the Inner Hebridean climate can often be several degrees warmer than the mainland and it seldom freezes or snows in winter. Description Callanish is a detached home situated in a much sought after elevated spot above Balvicar Bay. The property is very secluded and almost hidden from the roadside, yet has the most fantastic views over the bay towards the islands of Shuna and Scarba and Jura beyond. The house has been extended over time and offers the potential to split the property into two, as can be seen in the floorplan. The property is presented in excellent order with the accommodation set over one level. The main reception rooms are to the rear of the property to maximise the views. A welcoming entrance vestibule and hallway lead to the main living accommodation. Some of the finest views can be enjoyed from the drawing room which has an expanse of glass and a door which opens onto a wonderful terrace. Off the hallway is a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, which leads to a further sitting room. The main bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and breathtaking views, as does the adjacent study/bedroom. There is a family bathroom, wet room and utility room. A cloakroom leads into the extension, which has a further sitting/dining room with sliding glass doors onto a decked patio area with views, two further bedrooms and a family bathroom with separate shower. This section of the house has its own access and could be used as independent accommodation. Gardens and grounds The gardens have been cleverly landscaped and are over a number of different levels. A series of gravel pathways meander through the garden, which is mainly laid to lawn with mature trees and bushes offering privacy, with a stone dyke along the western boundary. Two terraces, one stone and the other timber decked, are wonderful spots from which to enjoy the views, and offer plenty of space for a table and chairs. A private gated driveway leads from the road to the house, where there is ample room for parking. There is further parking available at the section of garden which is at road level. Local Authority Argyll & Bute Council Council Tax Band G. Viewing Viewings are strictly by appointment through Savills – 0141 222 5875 Servitude rights, burdens and wayleaves The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves, including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether contained in the Title Deeds or informally constituted and whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. The Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied himself as to the nature of all such servitude rights and others. Total area: approx. 174.7 sq. metres (1880.3 sq. feet) For identification only. Not to scale. Copyright JPI ltd. Gross Internal Area (approx) Drawing R oom S tudy B edroom 4.25m x 5.85m 4.25m x 2.43m 4.25m x 3.40m (13'11" x 19'2") (13'11" x 8') (13'11" x 11'2") S itting R oom 5.74m x 2.77m B athroom (18'10" x 9'1") 1.79m x 1.88m K itchen (5'10" x 6'2") 3.55m x 3.48m (11'8" x 11'7") Utility C loakroom R oom 2.40m x 1.73m E ntrance (7'10" x 5'8") Ves tibule Wet R oom 1.65m x 2.80m (5'5" x 9'2") S tore S itting/Dining R oom 6.07m x 4.05m NOTE - Published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct its (19'11" x 13'4") accuracy is not guaranteed. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office © Crown copyright licence number 100024244 Savills (L&P) Limited. B athroom 2.47m x 2.24m (8'1" x 7'6") B edroom 3.55m x 3.96m B edroom (11'8" x 13') 2.70m x 3.40m (8'10" x 11'2") Savills Glasgow Possession Vacant possession and entry will be given on completion. Offers Offers must be submitted in Scottish legal terms to the Selling Agents. A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with [email protected] the Selling Agents following inspection. 0141 222 5875 Purchase price Within 7 days of the conclusion of Missives a deposit of 10% of the purchase price shall be paid. The deposit will be non-returnable in the event of the Purchaser(s) failing to complete the sale for reasons not attributable to the Seller or his agents. 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 any services, savills.co.uk equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 180413CG.