LARACHMHOR, BIRNAM GLEN, DUNKELD, PERTHSHIRE LARACHMHOR BIRNAM GLEN, DUNKELD, PERTH & KINROSS, PH8 0BW Modernised Victorian woodland villa with great views, stunning conservatory, large garden, garage/workshop and paddocks Dunkeld 1 mile • Perth 12 miles • Edinburgh/Glasgow 55 miles Ground fl oor First fl oor • Entrance hall • Large master bedroom with bay • Living room with bay window window looking out to Dunkeld • Dining room • Three further bedrooms • Mozolowski & Murray conservatory • Shared shower room with modern for dining and relaxing units • Kitchen with separate larder and • Offi ce/store/box room range cooker • Boarded loft for extra storage • Study/playroom/library • Bathroom • Utility room leading to back door Large two-bay garage and workshop with steel roof and mezzanine loft space Two grassy woodland paddocks suitable for a wide range of uses Edinburgh offi ce 22 Young Street Edinburgh EH2 4JB t 0131 344 0880 [email protected] savills-smithsgore.co.uk Description Larachmhor is a four-bedroom Victorian villa set within walking distance of the historic cathedral town of Dunkeld, one of the most popular, attractive and accessible centres of the Scottish Highlands. Situated only 12 miles north of Perth on the edge of Perthshire’s dramatic and scenic highlands, the house is in the heart of Scotland with easy access by road and rail to all the country’s cities and most beautiful scenic areas. Currently a second home with occasional holiday letting – the web site is www.larachmhor.co.uk – Larachmhor would also make an excellent family home, with easy access to all necessities including excellent local schools and sports, recreation, shopping and entertainment facilities. It presents the ideal balance between accessibility and rural escape. This detached house is located on the edge of a small, private hamlet overlooking Birnam and is a very short walk from the railway station with direct connections to Perth, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness and London. Reached via a small, private road, it is only two minutes from the A9 trunk road and is set within a manageably large garden with lawn, mature trees, flowering shrubs, patio and pergola. The property is a paradise for wildlife watchers and walkers sitting amidst grassy, sheltered, mixed woodland on the lower slopes of the famous Birnam Hill. The area is well-known to have inspired Beatrix Potter to create the characters of her children’s tales. Local area Local independent shops include village general store, Coop, butcher, deli, bakery, clothing, hardware, hairdresser etc. in Birnam or Dunkeld. A wider range of shopping, including supermarkets, is within easy reach in and around Perth. Most essential services, including bank, doctors and pharmacy, are in Dunkeld. Birnam and Dunkeld have very good hotels and pubs and other great places to eat and drink, including the Birnam Institute, Birnam Inn, the Taybank (live music), the Atholl Arms and Howie’s. There is an excellent fish and chip shop. Five minutes away, the Birnam Institute also hosts touring live music and theatre productions, film shows, art exhibitions, crafts workshops, and exercise classes. There is a library next door. The nearby Hilton Dunkeld House Hotel offers health club membership with a gym, swimming pool and spa facilities. This part of Perthshire is abundant with activities to suit most interests, particularly outdoor and adventure pursuits, historic and environmental heritage sites and country sports (fishing and shooting). Theatres, concert hall, museums and cinemas are located in nearby Perth, Aberfeldy and Pitlochry. There are a number of classic riverside, woodland and hill walks that can be undertaken from Larachmhor’s doorstep. There are well respected schools in the area, including the Royal School of Dunkeld (primary), Perth Grammar/Pitlochry High School/Breadalbane Academy (senior), Glenalmond (senior, private) and the New School Butterstone (specialist support school). Viewings Viewing is strictly by appointment through the Selling Agents by calling Smiths Gore on 0131 344 0880. Please do not visit the property without an appointment as there may be holiday guests in the house. Directions SatNav: PH8 0BW Turn off the A9 and proceed into the centre of Birnam (not Dunkeld). When you arrive at the Birnam Hotel, there is a single track road on the opposite side of the main road signed ‘Birnam Glen’. Follow this track all the way up and sharply round and the entrance to Larachmhor will be the third entrance on the right. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey map with the sanction of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Offi ce Licence No. ES100004883 © CROWN COPYRIGHT RESERVED. The plan is published for convenience only. Although it is thought to be correct its accuracy cannot be guaranteed and it does not form part of the contract. NOT TO SCALE. Closing date Prospective purchasers are encouraged to note their The property is currently classifi ed as a self-catering interest in the property so as to be notifi ed in the event unit and has a rateable value of £2,950. Please contact of a closing date. The owner reserves the right to sell the Selling Agent for more information. without imposing a closing date and will not be bound to accept the highest or indeed any off er. Off ers should be Energy Performance Band E submitted in Scottish legal terms to the Selling Agents. Access to the house is via a private road leading from the Local Authority main street in Birnam. Improvements may be made to Perth & Kinross Council, t: 01738 475000 the access as a result of the A9 dualling project. Web: www.pkc.gov.uk Date of Information Services and access Photos taken – July 2015 Mains water, gas, electricity and sewerage. Telephone Particulars prepared – July 2015 and broadband. Important Notice 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 off er 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, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 150714CB. Edinburgh offi ce t 0131 344 0880 [email protected] savills-smithsgore.co.uk.