5 bedroom detached house for sale

An exciting opportunity to acquire a traditional stone farmhouse with detached stone barns, situated within grounds extending to approximately 2.1 acres set in the fringes of the ancient Knapdale forest near the coastal village of Achnamara.

An exciting opportunity to acquire a traditional stone farmhouse with detached stone barns, situated within grounds extending to approximately 2.1 acres set in the fringes of the ancient Knapdale forest near the coastal village of Achnamara. It sits in a completely secluded position with no neighbours except the forest.

It has its own boat mooring a few minutes from the house on Loch Sween with access to the sound of Jura and Inner Hebrides. In the surrounding forest there are around 10 lochs accessible for fishing.

The property is over 300 years old, the oldest part of the property, dating from prior to 1690 the main section of the building which dates from around 1787.

It is perfect for those wanting to enjoy a rural lifestyle whilst being within easy commuting distance of the employment opportunities and services available at Lochgilphead, around 10 miles from. Although currently having been used as a family home it has considerable potential also for development for tourism and possible equestrian use. It has its own water supply from nearby Loch Mackay.

This charming property is entered from the rear elevation, with a vestibule leading through to a central hallway. To the right, the family kitchen and features a range of fitted wall and floor units, with space allocated for a dining table. A utility room is located adjacent to the kitchen, also housing the oil-fired central heating boiler.

The lounge is located to the left of the property and spans the full width of the house. The room has a bright and airy field thanks to dual aspect windows to the front and rear. A woodburning stove sits within a wooden fire surround, offering warmth and comfort in equal measure.

The dining room sits adjacent to the kitchen to the right of the hallway and also benefits from open views out to the front garden. The room is large enough to accommodate an eight-seater dining table, creating the perfect place in which to entertain family and friends.

A family bathroom is also located on the ground floor, featuring a full sized bath, glass walled shower cubicle and which WC and sink.

A wooden staircase leads to the upper floor, where a central landing links four bedrooms. Each of the bedrooms is unique in terms of design and decor, with the front facing bedrooms benefiting from far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Coombed ceilings and traditional features give the rooms a real sense of character. A separate WC is also located on the upper floor of the property, completing the property layout.

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Sitting adjacent to the main house, a sizable stone barn offers scope for development to provide residential accommodation, subject to the necessary planning consents. The area currently provides multiple uses of and incorporates areas for storage, workshop and woodshed space.

A separate stone byre is located within the grounds, however this building is dilapidated and requires full renovation prior to use. A wooden shed is also located within the garden area.

Externally, the grounds extend to an area of approximately 2.1 acres, with a defined vehicle access track leading from the forestry track to the property. The area around the property is large enough to accommodate several vehicles, with parking for a campervan and boats as necessary.

Several pathways have been defined throughout the garden area, leading to the areas which offer potential for the positioning of glamping pods or similar holiday letting units.

Given the charm of this traditional property, coupled with the secluded woodland location, interest is likely to be high, and early viewing is recommended.