*CLOSING DATE - THURSDAY 28th SEPTEMBER 12NOON*
An historic home in the heart of Dunkeld

Description

Sundial House was built in 1765 for the Duke of Atholl’s piper whose name is inscribed on a sundial which was incorporated in the stonework at that time. In the 1990s the house became derelict and in 2013 the current owners completed a painstaking reconstruction of the property, stabilising it with concrete floors and giving it a fabulous contemporary interior. Externally, its traditional characteristics (including the original sundial) were beautifully restored and Sundial House is now one of Dunkeld’s most picturesque and iconic buildings.

The property is located on the slope of Brae Street and the accommodation is spread over three storeys. The front door, which is on the upper floor, opens directly into an open plan sitting / dining room which spans the width of the house. With oak beams supporting a vaulted ceiling it is an impressive room which is filled with light from three pretty windows that overlook the River Tay. With a fireplace at one end and a kitchenette at the other, it is ideal for entertaining. Stairs lead down to the middle floor where the principal bedroom is a similarly bright room overlooking the river with access to a sheltered south facing terrace. On this floor there is also a large bathroom with shower and a second bedroom with an en suite shower room. Light wells direct natural light into the stairwell which leads to the open plan kitchen/dining/living room on the lower floor. This is a homely room with lots of space for a large dining table and a door to the garden terrace. A couple of steps up from the kitchen and along a short corridor there is a third bedroom which also has its own shower room.

In 2019 a sun room was added to Sundial House. Approached from the upper level of the property it has glazed walls with a glass door connecting seamlessly to a paved terrace. This is another great place to entertain whilst enjoying the fabulous view. A store connected to the sun room has potential to be developed further (subject to obtaining the relevant consents).

Garden.
The garden at Sundial House has been landscaped into neat terraces accessible from each level of the property. There is space to park a car on the driveways at both the upper and the lower levels. However, it should be noted that a section of the lower driveway does not fall within the ownership of Sundial House and one of the town’s historic (and rarely used) public rights of way passes over it. From all the terraces at the property there is a fabulous view over Dunkeld Bridge and the River Tay.

Location

Sundial House is situated in Dunkeld, one of Perthshire’s most sought after and scenic towns. Being in an elevated position, the house has a wonderful view over the town and the River Tay. It is also just 90 metres from Dunkeld’s main street where there is a local supermarket, cafés, a bakery, riverside bars and a delicatessen as well as independent shops and galleries. Blairgowrie (11 miles) has a wider range of shops and supermarkets while Perth, which is only 15 miles to the south, has further professional services as well cultural and leisure facilities including a concert hall, theatre, museums and several leisure centres.
Dunkeld is known for its scenic location on the banks of the River Tay, its historic cathedral, its links with Beatrix Potter, its ancient oak trees and The Hermitage (an 18th century woodland pleasure ground created for the Dukes of Atholl). Some of the town’s beautiful walking and cycling paths are accessible directly from Sundial House and there is access to many other outdoor activities nearby. Salmon fishing is available on the rivers Tay, Isla and Ericht as well as stalking and shooting on local estates. The house is also just 36 miles from the ski slopes of Glenshee.
Sundial House is well placed for access to Perth and Edinburgh via the A9 and Edinburgh Airport is about 56 miles away. A sleeper service runs from Dunkeld train station directly to London.

All distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,216 sq ft


Acreage: 4.81 Acres

Directions

If approaching Dunkeld from the A9, cross over Dunkeld Bridge and take the second turning on the right up Brae Street. The entrance to Sundial House is on the right after 70m. Either park in the centre of Dunkeld and walk up Brae Street or there is space to park in the driveway of Sundial House.

Additional Info

Viewings -strictly by appointment with Savills –[use Contact Agent Button].

Services - mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Gas fired central heating.

Perth and Kinross Council tax band G

Listing and Conservation Area - Sundial House is Category B Listed by Historic Environment Scotland and the property is within a conservation area.

Fixtures & Fittings- fitted blinds are included in the sale. The light fittings in the sunroom are excluded from the sale. Certain items of furniture may be available for purchase by separate negotiation.

Photos taken and brochure produced in August 2023

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.

Offers - offers, in Scottish legal form, must be submitted by your solicitor to the Selling Agents. It is intended to set a closing date but the seller reserves the right to negotiate a sale with a single party. All genuinely interested parties are advised to instruct their solicitor to note their interest with the Selling Agents immediately after inspection.

Deposit - A deposit of 10% of the purchase price may be required. It will be paid within 7 days of the conclusion of Missives. 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.

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 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, photographs 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.