Old Manse, Tighnabruaich, Argyll and Bute, PA21

Description
Old Manse is a handsome late Victorian detached house which is situated amid generous garden grounds in an area known locally as Auchenlochan, itself, within the picturesque coastal ribbon settlement of Tighnabruaich on the west coast of Scotland.

The house is of mainly white painted stone construction with picked red painted detail to smooth ashlar at windows and the whole is under a brand new re-slated roof. The accommodation, which is all freshly presented in a pleasant neutral palette of décor, is laid out over two levels. The front facing rooms all benefit from the wonderful waterscape views that are the world-famous west Kyles of Bute towards the Island of Bute itself and south to Inchmarnock.

Internally, period features have been carefully preserved including detailed plasterwork to corbels, ceiling roses and cornices. There are picture and dado rails, numerous decorative inset fireplaces and functioning window shutters. Some of the rooms feature restored pine floorboards and there is recently fitted quality range carpeting together with good quality kitchen and bathroom ware.

Ground Floor
Twin leaf outer storm doors to entrance vestibule with intricate cast iron drainage channel set in black and white mosaic floor tile, etched glass outer door to entrance reception hallway, under stairs general purpose store, sitting room with bay window formation, timber fireplace and working open fire, Edinburgh press, formal dining room with decorative timber fireplace, exposed stone detail and slate hearth, family room or home office, refitted breakfasting and informal dining kitchen with warming Stanley range cooker, half Edinburgh press, utility room with terra cotta tile floor, twin Belfast sinks, rear hallway with white painted stone and brick, decorative natural stone fireplace and chimney breast, glass door to rear gardens, newly refitted wet wall shower room.

First Floor
Period staircase with wood turned banister and ornate white painted cast iron spindles, stained glass window at half landing, upper hallway leading to bedroom 1 with decorative pine fireplace, terra cotta tile and slate inset, linen cupboard and domestic hot water tank, bedroom 2 with black cast iron decorative fireplace on a black hearth, Edinburgh press, bedroom 3 (single), bedroom 4 (master) with bay window and dual aspects, bedroom 5 with decorative white painted inset stone fireplace and slate hearth, bath and shower room with wet wall finish and glass shower enclosure, painted wood panelling access hatch to roof space.

Outbuildings
Outer hallway, painted stone wall, shower room with pine panel and tiling, Nordic Sauna, Harvia burner and rocks. Flat roofed outhouse/workshop and general purpose store, white painted timber garden shed, half glazed potting shed.

Gardens
White painted ball top finial gate piers set in natural exposed stone front wall, driveway to vehicle hardstanding and turning beside the house. Mixed species shrubs and bushes behind front wall set amid lawns with mature evergreens, eucalyptus tree and yucca palm. A stone retaining wall has a pretty stream fed pond fringed with mixed grasses and aquatic plants. A further lawn at the rear has a drying green and second pond. Directly to the rear of the house is a timber deck bounded by low level palisade fencing. A stone retaining wall has central steps leading to raised herbaceous beds with pathways leading to wilded woodland gardens at the extreme rear.

Situation
Old Manse is situated in the picturesque coastal village of Tighnabruaich on the west coast of Scotland. The house is situated in the coastal ribbon southern part of the village in an area known locally as Auchenlochan. It enjoys an immediate foreshore setting with only the minor road in front of the house.

From its immediate foreshore situation, there are quite spectacular and often dramatic outlooks to the Island of Bute adjacent and the highly picturesque and world-famous Kyles of Bute.

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.

The village centre is a comfortable short 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 new marina and restaurant 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. Kyles of Bute 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.

Services
Mains water, drainage is by direct outflow, oil fired central heating.

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

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 right on the coastal road and proceed for about 0.2 miles to find Old Manse on the right 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.

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

Council Tax
Old Manse is in council tax band F and the amount payable for 2024/2025 is £2,769.49 excluding mains water.

EPC
EPC rating F.

Viewing
Strictly by appointment with Robb Residential, telephone ."
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