5 bedroom detached house

Stunning red sandstone Victorian villa

Description

Glenrosa is a superb 19th century home which displays many exquisite Victorian features throughout its beautiful interior.

The property is built in the traditional style with double fronted bay windows and is constructed of red sandstone under a pitched tile roof. The accommodation spans two floors with the principal reception rooms flowing neatly off a grand central reception hall and four spacious bedrooms situated off a first floor landing. What sets Glenrosa apart, however, is the superb quality of the original features, not least in the games room which remains perfectly intact with a spectacular cupola shining natural light directly over the snooker table. The wood panelling in the room is exemplary but most unusually the original gallery remains, with a panelled seating area and ‘players’ WC’ so one could maintain an eye on your opponent at all times to avoid any suggestions of ungentlemanly conduct! The wooden floors, the magnificent wooden staircase with intricate stained glass window, the original Victorian conservatory and polished panelling in the master bedroom are also in immaculate condition and it is clear that the property has been beautifully maintained by not only the current owners but over the passage of time.

Glenrosa combines history and character with modern comforts as seen in the contemporary kitchen which has granite work surfaces, tiled floor, breakfasting area, gas hob and lovely views over the garden.

Two wood burning stoves in the sitting room and master bedroom again add to the comfort and ambiance of the property, as well as the obvious practical benefits in such a spacious property.

Glenrosa is a truly spectacular family home and the opportunity to become the custodian of a great piece of local history awaits.

Approached by a gravel driveway bisecting twin stone gate piers as it leads up to a sweeping gravel drive to the front of the property. Either side of the driveway and enclosed within high stone walls are expanses of lawn with herbaceous border, magnificent rhododendrons and wonderful pine trees adding privacy and protection. The formal gardens of the property are found to the rear with manicured lawns surrounded by a mixture of paved and gravel walkways and stunning floral borders full of colour and in springtime, blossoming trees.

A gate within the end wall of the garden leads through to a further expanse of lawn which in turn is bordered by the River Irvine.

Location

Glenrosa occupies a prominent position, set back from the road in the East Ayrshire village of Newmilns.

The property is well positioned for easy access to Glasgow via the M77 (about 25 miles) and to Ayr (16 miles). Transport links within the area are excellent with a regular train service to Glasgow from Kilmarnock (7 miles) while Prestwick Airport is about 13 miles away.

Newmilns has both primary and secondary schooling available nearby. Private schooling is available at Wellington in Ayr and Belmont, Newton Mearns (14 miles). Kilmarnock has a wider range of amenities including restaurants, theatre, hospital, cinema and sports complex.

The surrounding rolling countryside of the Irvine Valley offers a network of country lanes, ideal for walking, cycling and hacking. The popular Burn Anne Walk is a pleasant 5 mile circuit adjacent to the property. There are many opportunities for field sports in the area and some of southwest Scotland's finest salmon and trout fishing is available in the area's lochs and rivers. Ayrshire is renowned for its numerous golf courses including the world famous Turnberry, Prestwick and Royal Troon. The Loudon Golf Club is located just outside the neighbouring village of Galston and the world class ‘19’ hole golf course designed by Colin Montgomerie at Rowallan Castle, is 10 miles away in Kilmaurs. There are first class yachting facilities at the marinas of Ardrossan, Largs, Inverkip and Troon. Nearby Dumfries House offers excellent walks, gardens, a café and restaurant.

Square Footage: 4,561 sq ft