Old Mill House, Port Allen, Errol, Perth, PH2

An impressive, converted steading conveniently located between Perth and Dundee

Description

Old Mill House forms the major part of a B listed 18th century farm steading which was converted into a home in 2008. It includes a fabulous circular horsemill. The floor area of the house amounts to 756.4 square metres (8142 square feet) with the most impressive rooms creating an exciting impact in the main body of the house. The reception hall is partially vaulted and has a large fireplace at one end. Whilst it makes a fabulously welcoming entrance to the house, it could also be used as a fantastic entertaining space. From the hall double doors lead to the beautiful circular horsemill. A multitude of windows fitted with black out curtains mean that this bright sitting room can quickly transform into a home cinema. On the other side of the hall is the kitchen. Arguably the best room in the house, a vaulted and glazed wall at one end fills the room with light. There is a central island, an electric AGA, induction hob, space for a large dining table and a door to the courtyard/terrace. A door links the kitchen to the dining room which is a similar size but with a warmer atmosphere and ideal for entertaining on a large scale. A library, garden room, study and office fill the southwestern wing of the house and are linked externally by a verandah. Between the kitchen and the garden room there is a conservatory. Also on the ground floor there is a large utility room which connects to a boot room and double garage.

On the first floor a galleried landing leads to four bedrooms. The impressive main bedroom suite has a balcony, dressing room and a luxurious bathroom. Bedroom two has an en suite bathroom and walk in wardrobe whilst two further bedrooms share a shower room.

Outside
Old Mill House is set in about 0.66 acres which extends mainly to the south and west and is principally grass. A sheltered terrace beside the conservatory is a lovely spot to sit out in good weather, as is the verandah which spans the entire western gable of the property. The Tay estuary is only about 100 metres from the property and tantalising glimpses of the water can be seen from the house.

Outbuildings
Double garage

Location

Old Mill House is situated at Port Allen which is just to the south of Errol on the banks of the Tay Estuary. Port Allen was a busy grain shipping port in the 18th century but is now a peaceful settlement surrounded by fertile farmland overlooking the Tay Estuary. Errol village (2 miles) has two general stores, a butcher, a pub and an active community. Old Mill is very well placed for private schools in and around Perth (including Craigclowan, Strathallan and Kilgraston) as well as The High School of Dundee and also St Leonards in St Andrews.

Perth and Dundee are 11 and 14 miles away respectively and both have a selection of shops and professional services as well as theatres, art galleries, museums and cinemas. Both towns have a choice of leisure facilities and golf courses while Gleneagles and St Andrews are within 30 miles of Errol.

Port Allen has a lovely rural location. It is close to riverside walks and the reed beds of the Tay, which attract a variety of birdlife. The coastal towns and villages of the East Neuk of Fife are easily reached via the Tay Bridge to the southeast while the rivers, hills and lochs of the Perthshire highlands and the Angus Glens rise up to the north.

Perth and Dundee train stations have regular services to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Aberdeen, Inverness and London. Edinburgh Airport is about 48 miles away and there are direct flights from Dundee Airport (12 miles) to London. There are also regular bus services from St Madoes to Edinburgh and Glasgow.

All distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 8,142 sq ft


Acreage: 0.66 Acres

Directions

From Perth exit the A90 at Glencarse and follow signs to Errol. After about 3 miles, and before reaching Errol village, turn right at the signpost to Port Allen. Follow the road almost to the end and turn right into the driveway of Old Mill House (just before reaching the old farmhouse).

Additional Info

Viewings - Strictly by appointment with Savills – .

Services - Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating (underfloor heating on the ground floor).

Local Authority & tax band - Perth and Kinross Council tax band H

Right of Pre-emption – There is a Right of Pre-emption in favour of the owners of the adjoining section of the steading building.

Access – A small section of the entrance driveway to Old Mill House (tinted blue on the title plan) is not owned by Old Mill House but maintenance is shared.

Listing - Old Mill House has been Category B listed by Historic Environment Scotland.

Fixtures & Fittings - The curtains are excluded from the sale and the ride-on mower may be available for purchase by separate negotiation.

Photos taken and brochure produced – September 2023

Servitude rights, burdens and wayleaves
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves, including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether contained in the Title Deeds or informally constituted and whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. The Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied himself as to the nature of all such servitude rights and others.

Offers - Offers, in Scottish legal form, must be submitted by your solicitor to the Selling Agents. It is intended to set a closing date but the seller reserves the right to negotiate a sale with a single party. All genuinely interested parties are advised to instruct their solicitor to note their interest with the Selling Agents immediately after inspection.

Deposit - A deposit of 10% of the purchase price may be required. It will be paid within 7 days of the conclusion of Missives. The deposit will be non-returnable in the event of the Purchaser(s) failing to complete the sale for reasons not attributable to the Seller or his agents.

IMPORTANT NOTICE - Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:

1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.