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3 bedroom detached house for sale

Houston, Johnstone, Renfrewshire
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Detached house
3 bed
4 bath

Key information

Tenure: Ask agent
Council tax: Band G
Broadband: Basic 2Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
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Property description & features

Barochan Garden Cottage is an exquisite 3 bedroom detached cottage dating back to 1896, this was the former laundry cottage of Barochan House nestled within approximately one acre of picturesque private gardens.

Situated on the outskirts of the historical village of Houston the cottage sits within the Barochan House estate which has a small working farm and equestrian livery yard. This sought after location will appeal to discerning buyers and offers a rare opportunity to purchase a unique period home in a secluded rural setting within the most fabulous garden grounds.

The cottage, which has an abundance of original period features including vaulted ceilings, shutters, and feature fireplaces, has been extensively refurbished by the current owner and must be seen to be fully appreciated.

A summary of the overall accommodation is:

Ground Floor accommodation - Entrance hallway with cloakroom with period WC off, Wonderful sitting room with wood burning stove has a useful utility cupboard off and leads to a homely and warm kitchen that benefits from electric Aga, Study with open fireplace leads to a stunning living room with vaulted ceiling and wood burning stove. Off the living room is a hallway leading to bedroom 2 with ensuite bathroom off, bedroom 3, family bathroom with beautiful unique sanitaryware and a conservatory which gives access to garden and completes the ground floor accommodation.

First Floor accommodation - accessed off living room, landing and principal bedroom with bespoke zebrano wood wardrobes and ensuite shower room off.

The village boasts great amenities including local shops, doctor's surgery and a dental practice. There are also leisure facilities to be found in Houston including a bowling club plus a tennis and squash club. There are two golf clubs close by in the neighbouring village of Bridge of Weir. Also nearby is the village of Bishopton with the renowned Ingliston Equestrian Centre.

The steading falls within the Gryffe catchment which encompasses Houston Primary School, St Fillan's Primary School as well as Gryffe High School; all of which are highly regarded. For local independent schooling, a short drive is the village of Kilmacolm where you'll find both St Columba's Junior and Senior schools which boast an enviable academic record.

The property is situated a 10 minute drive to Glasgow airport and a 30 minute commute to Glasgow City Centre. The Erskine Bridge is a 15 minute drive away and offers an easily accessible gateway to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.” Bishopton and Johnstone train stations provide frequent direct trains to Glasgow City Centre and the Ayrshire coast. There is also a regular direct bus service from Houston village to Braehead shopping centre and Glasgow City Centre.

Discover the epitome of rural sophistication at Barochan Garden Cottage.

EPC G
Council Tax G
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EPC Rating: G
Council Tax Band: G

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    Broadband availability and predicted speed: obtained from Ofcom on July 23, 2024

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