3 bedroom detached house for sale

SITUATION
Taransay is situated on the edge of the pretty village of Bridge of Orchy in the county of Argyll and Bute. It is a lovely village with a rich history, a hotel and a Railway Station. Bridge of Orchy lies just 7 miles to the north of the popular stopping point of Tyndrum. Here you can find local shops, a petrol station and restaurants. 13 miles south of Bridge of Orchy lies the pretty town of Dalmally which provides a village store, community centre, surgery and pharmacy as well as a primary school.

Taransay is ideally located for access to the west coast of Scotland, Glencoe is approximately half an hour’s drive to the north and the popular town of Oban is just an hour away with its frequent ferry services to the Isles. Glasgow can be reached in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes’ drive with its wide range of city amenities and international airport. The adjacent train station provides further superb access north and south with several trains per day including the sleeper service to/from London. No scheduled trains operate at night on this line. Buses stop in Bridge of Orchy travelling south to Glasgow and north to the Isle of Skye and Fort William.

Taransay is ideally placed to make the most of the local opportunities for various outdoor pursuits and sports that the stunning west coast has to offer. For walkers and cyclists, there are a superb network of paths and numerous munros nearby. Taransay also enjoys a unique position adjacent to the West Highland Way, an ever-popular challenge for walkers. The river Orchy, which runs through Bridge of Orchy, is a popular fishing river. Golf can be enjoyed at nearby courses at Dalmally and Killin, Oban has plenty of water sport opportunities and skiing is available at the well-regarding Glencoe Mountain Resort. For those who enjoy relaxing, there are stunning views from the cottage of two munros virtually on the doorstep as well as other mountains further afield.

DESCRIPTION
Taransay is a charming traditional railwayman’s cottage situated next to the the iconic West Highland railway line. The cottage overlooks the stunning Beinn Dorain and Beinn an Dothaidh Munros. The bungalow has been extended and upgraded and has a raised position. It is constructed of a harled and whitewashed exterior with a tiled roof. Taransay has a cosy sitting room with wood burning stove and a dual aspect kitchen with French doors which provide garden access and boast splendid views of the garden and surrounding countryside. There is a master bedroom with en-suite as well as a further 2 double bedrooms which are facilitated by a family bathroom.

ACCOMMODATION
Sitting Room, Kitchen, Vestibule, Master Bedroom with En-Suite, 2 Double Bedrooms, Family Bathroom.

GARDEN
Taransay sits within lovely gardens which are primarily laid to lawn and run adjacent to the railway track. The area surrounding the house is well presented and beautifully maintained with a pretty summerhouse and lovely mature shrubs. At the end of the garden is a more natural area with a pretty path that leads to the secret river house overlooking the beautiful river and up the glen. The garden attracts a range of wildlife such as badgers, pine martens and a variety of birds.

EPC Rating = F