East Kames, Kilmelford, Oban, Argyll and Bute, PA34

An opportunity to acquire a detached five-bedroom property with one bedroom annex, set within mature gardens extending to 3 acres (1.21 Ha) and benefitting from the addition of a sizable garage /workshop.



Situated in a wonderful, secluded location, close to the shores of Loch Melfort, East Kames offers buyers an opportunity to acquire a substantial five-bedroom bungalow with attached one-bedroom ancillary accommodation. This generously proportioned property also benefits from a large, attached garage / workshop, which lends itself perfectly to those looking to operate a business from home.

This flexible property design allows for several configurations, offering the potential for bed and breakfast or long term lets.

The main house is entered from a covered portico, with the entrance door leading through to a boot room before leading through to an open plan living area comprising dining room, kitchen and sitting room.

The kitchen design features a range of farmhouse style wooden wall and floor units, complemented by a contrasting grey work top. The kitchen window perfectly frames the far reaching views across the gardens to the loch. Adjacent to the kitchen, a sizeable sitting room is flooded with natural
daylight thanks to dual aspect windows and is warmed through by a feature multi-fuel stove, set within a tiled hearth.

A hallway gives access to the west wing of the property, which offers accommodation by way of three bedrooms, the largest of which features an en-suite bathroom. The two remaining bedrooms share a family bathroom, also accessed from the hallway. A door to the rear of the kitchen gives access to a second sitting room, which in turn gives access to two further double bedrooms. Each of these bedrooms features an en-suite design, with both benefiting from built in wardrobe space.

A walk-in larder is accessed from the kitchen, with a utility room accessed from the boot room along with additional built-in wardrobes, perfect for the storage of outdoor clothing.

Linked to the main house by the covered portico, an adjoining building was originally designed for business use and features a number of secure storage rooms and a sizable garage or workshop. More recently, the space has been adapted to provide overflow accommodation. A shower room sits adjacent to the entrance of this building, with a covered walkway giving access to each of the individual rooms. The accommodation features a sitting room and bedroom, linked by a small lobby area which gives access to a galley kitchen.

An additional detached building is located to the rear of the main house, featuring a four-room design, originally intended for use as a bunk house. This building offers scope for conversion to alternative use as required.

External
East Kames is accessed by a private driveway, leading to a parking area large enough to accommodate several vehicles. Mature gardens surround the property, rising to a grassy knoll at the rear of the house, offering stunning views across Loch Melfort.

The grounds extend to an area of approximately 3 acres, giving scope to those looking to diversify into tourism activities by developing accommodation pods or chalets, subject to the necessary planning consents.

Located to the rear of the main house, a quirky bunk house was initially designed to offer overflow accommodation but could easily be converted to provide or create a studio apartment or home office as necessary.

It is understood that the property also owns a share of an area of the local coastline, thus protecting the area from future development. A private mooring, located in Kames Bay, is also included in the sale and the property benefits from a right of access to the shore.

Location
East Kames is located just 15 miles south of Oban and is situated on the fringe of the picturesque coastal village of Kilmelford. The village has a small hotel (serving bar meals), a general store (combining a post office and gift shop with small tea-room) a Church of Scotland and its own yachting marina, Kilmelford Yacht Haven, is a popular attraction for those looking to spend time exploring this magical coastline.

Oban, located to the north, is one of the principal towns on the West Coast and is renowned for its attractive sea front, busy harbour and its marvellous sailing waters. It is also well-known as the “Gateway to the Isles” with the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry terminal which serves the Inner Hebrides as
well as Barra and South Uist. The town has a wide range of shops, leisure facilities, bars, restaurants and professional offices and a railway terminal.

The local area provides an ideal opportunity to enjoy a rural existence with stunning scenery and an abundance of wildlife - including otters, deer and birds of prey – as well as the benefits of town amenities a short drive away. The area in general is an ideal base for exploring the west coast of Scotland
with a host of attractions and outdoor activities in close proximity.