Stroncarraig, Tighnabruaich, Argyll and Bute, PA21

Description
Stroncarraig is a distinctive detached house of the Rhubaan area to the northern side of Tighnabruaich. Stroncarraig is the last house in the village before the single-track road comes to an end and before it continues on along the unmade-up shore road beyond the boatyard towards West Glen and Glen Caladh. The house enjoys a slightly elevated setting and from its raised vantage point there are quite sublime aspects northeast to the narrows of the Kyles of Bute and away south to the west kyle, Inchmarnock and on to the high tops of the island of Arran in the distance. The house is set immediately above the sheltered anchorage where yachts and pleasure craft are moored during the summer months.

Stroncarraig is of Victorian vintage its architecture is distinctive Italianate style with its arched top fenestration. The house is of exposed stone construction and under a slated roof with a central flat section and symmetrical side wings. Window mullions and door frames are in painted smooth ashlar. Internally, the accommodation is well presented with the principal rooms all taking advantage of the wonderful views. Period features have been sensitively preserved. There are dressed minster stone fireplaces, stylish radiator covers, cornices and detailed plaster cornices and corbels. The accommodation is laid out over three levels and the house lends itself perfect as a principal home, a second holiday home or an income producing short term self-catered holiday letting property.

Ground Floor
Twin leaf outer storm doors to entrance vestibule with mosaic tile floor, half bevel glass
door to broad and welcoming entrance reception hallway, drawing room with 2 twin leaf French doors and upper fanlights to raised terrace and gardens, minster stone fireplace and hearth with open fire set in Victorianna basket, family room with black marble fireplace with slate slips and raised hearth with warming wood burning stove inset, hardwood flooring, formal dining room with 2 twin leaf French doors and upper fanlights, minster stone fireplace with slate slips and hearth incorporating coal burning effect living flame gas fire. Twin leaf glazed doors and side screens to fitted kitchen with hardwood cabinetry. The kitchen is well equipped and integrated with a Rangemaster 5-ring hob and ovens. Centre island with informal dining and coffee bar and suspended island canopy, large slate tile floor, underfloor heating, understairs store, cloaks and outer wear hooks, split stable door to rear gardens. Door to rear hallway with door to side gardens, slate tile floor, boiler house and boot rack drying, Lagerhom Finnsauna, fitted utility room with 2 general purpose stores with slatted shelving and a domestic hot water tank store.

First Floor
Period staircase with wood turned banister and white painted cast iron spindles, stained glass window at half landing, full landing giving access to bedroom 1 with double fronted press wardrobe, white fireplace with black iron decorative fireplace, bedroom 2 with double fronted press wardrobe, hardwood fireplace with black iron decorative fireplace with slate hearth and slips, bedroom 3 with double fronted press wardrobe, hardwood fireplace with black iron decorative fireplace with slate hearth and slips, en suite dressing room jack and jill with upper hallway. Bathroom 1 with his and hers wash hand basins and raised bath set in black quartz granite, shower with glass enclosure, bathroom 2 with his and hers wash hand basins and raised bath set in black quartz granite, shower with glass enclosure, glass fronted linen store. Upper hallway to bedroom 4, bedroom 5 with en suite bathroom.

Second Floor
Matching period staircase to second floor upper hallway with access to eaves space, general purpose store and 4 velux windows, bedrooms 6, 7 and 8, all with 2 velux windows.

Outbuildings
Integral former stables and coach house with original terra cotta stable block flooring, exposed stone walls, stairs to further upper long-term stores. Detached concrete block built double garage with concrete floor and separate up and over doors.

Gardens
Remotely operated steel entrance gate on stone gate piers to black asphalt driveway with
vehicle hardstanding leading to the garage. A raised terrace is to the front of the house with bull nose edged steps beneath which is a gravel apron before leading to front lawns with mixed shrubs, bushes, border plants and spring bulbs. A Yew canopy is at the side and at the lower gardens a significant copper beech canopy. The lower lawn is level and fringed with a privet hedge over a stone wall, laurel hedging is to the southern and northern sides and all combine to provide high levels of privacy, seclusion and shelter. Gravel pathways lead to pedestrian gates at northern and southern sides. A concrete platform with decking is to the northern side and the site for the unplumbed hot tub. Decorative arch top lap larch fencing and gate lead to a concrete terrace with stone boundary wall at the rear of the house returning to the garage and driveway.

Services
Mains water supply, drainage is by direct outflow, oil fired central heating. Partial double glazing, Ventrolla draft exclusion system.

Note: The services have not been checked by the selling agents.

Local Authorities
Argyll & Bute Council
Kilmory
Lochgilphead
Argyll
PA31 8RT
Tel: 01546-602127.

Council Tax
Stroncarraig is in council tax band G and the amount payable for 2024/2025 is £3,607.94 including mains water and excluding sewage.

EPC
EPC rating F.

Situation
Stroncarraig is situated in the picturesque coastal village of Tighnabruaich on the west coast of Scotland. The house is situated in the coastal ribbon settlement to the northern side of the village in an area known locally as Rhubaan.

Tighnabruaich is a well-known sheltered anchorage with moorings that are always lively with the comings and goings of pleasure boating and yachting craft. One of its highlights must surely be the regular berthing of the famous Waverley, reputed to be the world’s last sea going paddle steamer. Always a sight to behold as she berths at Tighnabruaich pier with day trippers (immediately to the front of Stroncarraig).

The village centre is a comfortable level walk and offers a doctor’s surgery and local amenities that cater for everyday needs. A bus service runs from Tighnabruaich to both Rothesay and Dunoon.

The city of Glasgow is 55 miles distant (via a pleasant boat crossing to Gourock) and has numerous retail districts and all the higher educational, cultural and leisure services normally associated with a major international centre.

Tighnabruaich has a reputable and award-winning primary school and secondary is available at Dunoon Grammar.

The area is famous for its dramatic natural scenic beauty; yachtsmen and women the world over sail through the scenic Kyles from the Clyde marinas and on through the Crinan Canal and out to the Hebridean islands. A marina, restaurant and spa complex at Portavadie is 4 miles to the west and offers facilities such as a leisure centre with indoor and outdoor infinity pool and beauty treatment rooms. Portavadie also hosts facilities supporting great mountain bike trails in the area.

The area offers much in the way of relaxing outdoor pursuits. Tighnabruaich Golf Club is a scenic and challenging 9-hole golf course. There is tennis and inevitably, a famous sailing school.

Tighnabruaich lies on “Argyll’s Secret Coast”, which stretches from Strachur at the top of Loch Fyne round the coast to Colintraive. It is an area of stunning natural beauty where there are countless opportunities to discover peaceful locations. Nearby activities include walks in forests or along the coast, fishing, kayaking or sailing and enjoying the wildlife.

Directions
From Glasgow city centre leave in a westerly direction on the M8 motorway. Continue for 21 miles to arrive at Port Glasgow. Follow signs Greenock and Gourock on the A770 for 8 miles to reach the Western Ferry terminal at McInroy’s Point. Take the ferry to Hunters Quay Dunoon. Leave the terminal and turn right on the A815 through Sandbank. After 3.5 miles turn left on to the B836. Travel for 11 miles before turning right on to the A886. Travel for 1.5 miles then turn left onto the A8003. Travel for 7 miles to reach Tighnabruaich. On arrival in the village proceed to the end of the road where it meets the sea. Turn left on the coastal road and proceed through the village for 1.1 miles to find Stroncarraig, the last house on the left hand side.

Alternatively, from Glasgow proceed in a westerly direction on the M8 motorway for about 15 miles taking junction 30 onto the Erskine Bridge. Turn left off the bridge on the A82 and continue for about 25 miles to reach Tarbet. Continue to the left at Tarbet onto the A83 and proceed through Arrochar for a further 13 miles. Turn left onto the A815 and travel for 10 miles to Strachur. At Strachur turn right onto A886 and travel for 15 miles. Turn right on to the A8003. Travel for 7 miles to reach Tighnabruaich. On arrival in the village, follow directions as above."
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