An T Iuchar, Blackwaterfoot, Isle of Arran, KA27 8EX

Description

An impressive Stone built villa in an absolutely idyllic rural stetting. This recently completed Property has been built with attention to detail in every respect. From the wonderful natural stone work on the outside, to the lavish mahogany flooring in the main reception room inside. While the advantages of a modern house are evident throughout, there has been no compromise in creating a substantial character property, sympathetic with the natural environment. This unique property is a true gem and sure to appeal to the discerning buyer looking for a quality home in a peaceful rural setting.

The property is a few minutes walk from the centre of the picturesque Village of Blackwaterfoot. The village has many amenities including a four star hotel with swimming pool, village shop and butchers, golf course, sandy beaches, horse riding fishing and of course the stunning scenery and prolific wildlife!

The practical advantages of having a new home have been incorporated throughout this house. By maximizing on natural light, all apartments have a delightful sense of space and a view from every window. From the front the house looks down the Shiskine Valley towards Goatfell, the highest point on the Island.

Heating is via the Rayburn stove which provides the house with sufficient hot water and central heating giving even heat throughout the house. Stoves in the lounge and ‘snug’ or family room provide additional heat in these areas. To maximize energy efficiency, quality double glazing has been incorporated throughout.
Subtle neutral décor combined with natural floorings in wood, slate and tiles create a clean fresh ambience. The upper level floor areas are a combination of quality carpet and stripped pine flooring.

Access to the property from the main road is via a well made private road, shared by just two other properties of similar size and quality.

The main entrance to this property lies to the rear. Access is via a quality double glazed door opening into the inviting hallway. Welsh slate tiles are laid to the floor affording both an attractive and practical floor covering which flows through into the major hard wearing apartments of the house. The hallway is decorated in warm deep red tones which complement the natural colours of the flooring. Large window to rear elevation.

The ‘farmhouse’ kitchen is most definitely the heart of this beautiful home. It boasts traditional features synonymous with a country farm house kitchen such as the enamel black Reaburn stove, porcelain Belfast sink and all important space for a large dining table. Modern base units complement the overall theme with accompanying work tops in a combination of natural tones and marble. The kitchen has plumbing for a full sized dishwasher, space for an additional cooker plus a little gem, a walk in larder cupboard.

Glazed French doors open from the kitchen into an appropriately named ‘snug.’ This cosy area has a focal point inglenook fireplace housing a cast iron multifuel stove with exposed stone and timber surround. This area is exceptionally bright having French doors opening onto a delightful paved patio area. Additional windows to north and south aspects provide additional natural light. Access to upper level via the staircase from this room.

Returning to the entrance hallway we have direct access to the conveniently located Utility room. An ideal place for both washing facilities and as a cloak room/ drying room. Stainless steel sink is inset into base unit with matching wall units above. Plumbed for automatic washing machine. A further door leads into the conservatory.

The downstairs shower/cloak room, also off the hallway is a contemporary white suite comprising of corner shower unit with electric shower, Low flush WC and WHB. Window to north elevation.

First impressions of the main reception room are indeed impressive, both in its commodious size and standard. The fine quality of the antique mahogany flooring and the detail in the exposed stone feature of the fireplace are undoubtedly of the most excellent standards of workmanship. The mulitfuel stove inset into the raised fireplace provides a delightful focal point and additional heat and the multiple windows allow natural light to flood this room. A surround sound speaker system is installed in this room, prefect for entertaining!

From the lounge we are led into the most stunning conservatory, a superb living area with ample space for dining and just sitting and enjoying the spectacular views over the Shikine Valley to Goatfell and the surrounding countryside. Having the advantage of being north facing the conservatory is an all year round useable living space. A later addition to the house, the conservatory has been built with a dwarf wall, seamlessly blending with main house. It has large double glazed units over, French doors open from the conservatory into the driveway and onto the garden. The conservatory has independent heating via wall mounted convector heaters.

Returning to the Snug provides access to the first floor of this property. The spacious L shaped landing on the first floor has velux windows providing natural light. Four double bedrooms filter from the landing, each room having its individual merit.

The master bedroom has an impressive north facing dormer window from where the spectacular view to Goatfell can be enjoyed. The Bamboo hardwood flooring and off white walls combine to create a very relaxing ambiance. The master bedroom benefits from having a very useful walk in wardrobe and a crisp white en suite shower room with large shower, WHB and low flush WC. velux window to front elevation.

Bedroom Two also has the advantage similar décor to the master bedroom, stripped pine flooring and off white pallet. It boasts four windows, affording a panorama of rural views from each

The twin (bedroom three) is an ideal guest room.
Built in cupboard and access to a cupboard housing the hot water tank.

Bedroom four is used as a study by the current owners and as such has multimedia facilities. Walk in cupboard provides storage. Alternatively, with the correct permissions would make an ideal en suite. Built in storage space with pine doors.

The family bathroom has been decorated in a fresh, pale green colour. The white suite comprises low flush WC, bidet, wash hand basin and bath with shower mixer taps. velux window to front elevation



Mature grounds extending to approx 1 acre. Plus an additional fenced paddock of approx 1/4 acre now offered in the sale.

An orchard and raised vegetable plot.

Sweeping gravel driveway.

Parking both in front of the house and on the approach, a concrete hard standing provides additional parking for three cars.

Three quality timber sheds.

Enclosed by stone walling and timber fence.

Council Tax band E

Mains Water, Private Septic Tank.

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