A handsome former manse set in mature and very private grounds.

Description

Constructed in the early 1800s, The Old Manse is one of the finest Georgian properties in the area. Set in about 3.65 acres of mature grounds, it is also very private. The house has a pleasing exterior being characterised by large symmetrical windows. A tall stone porch frames the large front door and a welcoming reception hall provides access to the main reception rooms, all of which have impressive proportions and are ideal for entertaining. The property has been modernised over the years but many of its original characteristics have been preserved. There are working window shutters in all the main reception rooms and there is an Adam style fire surround in the drawing room. There is also a fabulous butler’s pantry complete with all its original cupboards. The kitchen is one of the key features of the property with its four oven AGA (with warming plate and gas hob module) at one end and a multi-fuel stove at the other. It has three large windows framing the best views from the house and has lots of space for relaxing, eating, cooking and socialising. The Old Manse also has useful ancillary rooms which include the pantry, larder (with original slate shelves and stone flooring), a cloakroom, utility room with an old Belfast sink and the former butler’s pantry (now a linen room). There are two bedroom suites on the ground floor which would be ideal for accommodating guests, relatives or staff. The first, at the front of the house and accessed from the entrance hall, consists of a double bedroom with en suite shower room and a separate bathroom. The second is at the rear of the house and consists of two double bedrooms and a bathroom. This can be accessed from the back door without entering the main part of the house. There are five bedrooms on the first floor. The principal bedroom suite has a shower room and dressing room with superb built in storage. Bedroom 2 has an en suite shower room and bedroom 3 is currently used as an office but could easily be serviced by a separate bathroom which is also on the main landing. Two further double bedrooms and a bathroom are accessed from the half landing.

Garden
The garden extends to about 3.65 acres and over the last few years has been cut back and revitalised. A fabulous greenhouse has been built using recycled windows. A series of raised beds and a summer house sit on a ridge overlooking the River Isla. There are many other features including a croquet lawn, an orchard, a recently discovered Victorian rock garden and 39 species of endangered trees which were tagged and planted by previous owners.

Outbuildings Garage/workshop
Greenhouse
Log store
Development potential Outline planning permission (06/02107/OUT - lapsed) has previously been granted for one house to be built at the northern end of the garden.

Location

The Old Manse is situated in an elevated position on the northern edge of Coupar Angus. It has a lovely view over the River Isla towards the Vale of Strathmore and the Angus Glens. Coupar Angus has a supermarket, post office, petrol station, a primary school, and the Red House Hotel which is a popular meeting place. Blairgowrie (4 miles) has a wider range of amenities including a cottage hospital, three supermarkets and a variety of independent shops and restaurants. Perth and Dundee (both within 15 miles) are almost equidistant from The Old Manse and offer a more comprehensive range of professional services, high street shops and leisure facilities.

There is a primary school in Coupar Angus while Blairgowrie has both primary and secondary schools. A choice of private schooling at Craigclowan, Glenalmond, Strathallan, Kilgraston (all near Perth) and The High School of Dundee, is all within 25 miles. The A94 from Coupar Angus links to the A90 at Forfar providing fast access north to Aberdeen, while the A923 leads directly from Coupar Angus to Dundee. The M90 and A9 at Perth link to Edinburgh and Stirling respectively. Dundee Airport has direct services to London, whilst Edinburgh Airport has a wide range of domestic and international flights.

The location is ideal for those who enjoy getting into the Perthshire countryside. There are three golf courses at Blairgowrie (including a championship course), a further three courses at Alyth and a newer course at Piperdam Country Club near Dundee. The Perthshire Hills and the Angus Glens are easily accessible and there is skiing at Glenshee (about 28 miles) and salmon fishing on the rivers Tay, Isla and Ericht. There are plenty of opportunities for stalking and shooting on local estates.

Square Footage: 5,338 sq ft


Acreage: 3.65 Acres

Directions

On entering Coupar Angus from Perth, Dundee or the east, arrive at the mini roundabout beside the Red House Hotel and take the exit towards Blairgowrie. After about 200 metres turn left onto Bogside Road and after about 550 metres the entrance to The Old Manse is between stone pillars on the corner of Butterybank Road and Bogside Road. On entering Coupar Angus from Blairgowrie, cross the River Isla and follow Blairgowrie Rd for another kilometre. Turn right onto Bogside Road and follow the directions above.

Additional Info

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

Services - Mains water, electricity, gas, drainage.

Local Authority & tax band - Perth and Kinross Council tax band G

Fixtures & Fittings - Garden furniture, statuary and plant containers are excluded from the sale.

Photos taken and brochure produced September 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.

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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.