Suffolk Street, Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute, G84

Quietly situated on its own well-tended garden grounds within Helensburgh's sought after West Side, this rarely available style of Main Door Lower Conversion occupies the ground floor of a historically notable and handsome sandstone, detached villa which is 'B' Listed and dates back to the late 1800's. The property boasts many interesting internal and external features - a few of which were designed and created by the highly revered Glasgow architect - William Leiper.

Formerly known as 'Kintillo' and although requiring modernisation within, generously proportioned and flexible layout, boasts a wealth of warmth, character throughout its six principal apartments with many well preserved decorative features rarely retained and found in such good condition in properties similar to this style.

The versatile layout of accommodation is entered at the front through the bespoke Leiper designed portico through the entrance vestibule which leads into the welcoming reception hallway which has most attractive wood panelling all round including concealed 'secret' doors leading into a generous storage / study area with additional loft space above, overhead cornicework and ornate detailing with plasterwork inserts and ceiling light points are also found in the hall.

The sumptuous 21ft bay windowed lounge is well proportioned, tastefully decorated with the main feature being the stunning central focal point, William Leiper constructed ornate timber fire surround with superb carved detailing - this must be viewed to be appreciated. An electric fire is found within and there is herringbone styled hardwood flooring, overhead cornicework and high level picture rails.

The dining area has French doors leading out to a side patio area and there is space for a dining table and chairs - access is further gained through into the breakfasting kitchen which again although in need of modernisation currently offers excellent storage within, timber fronted storage units with co-ordinating wood panelling surrounding, there is an overhead pulley and skylight style window with side facing window shedding good natural light within. A walk-in pantry / utility area is also found off. with the boiler for the central heating system located here. An additional access door leads out to the rear hallway which has cloakroom / WC off and again an additional storage facility housing the electricity meter and switch gear.

Access to four good sized bedrooms is given off the entrance hallway including, once again the 'Leiper' designed original billiards room which creates a vivid and generous space for the fourth and largest bedroom. A family bathroom is also provided with occasional tiling and a four piece suite and separate shower stall with Mira shower fitted.

Further features include gas central heating, original glazed units and well-tended gardens which surround the property - mainly to lawn with occasional borders, young and mature plants, trees and shrubs within and hedging and fence work providing enclosure. A patio area is found at the rear and to the left side of the Lounge there is an attached garage with timber access doors and power and light installed.

The agents anticipate a swift response from the marketing of this superb property which has a rich and vibrant heritage with one notable resident within the property when a single detached dwelling being Former Prime Minister (1922) H Bonar Law who commissioned the additions to the original specification by William Leiper around 1899.

Suffolk Street is located on the ever popular and highly sought after West Side of Helensburgh which is located within a 15 minute walk or a five minute drive of the Town Centre where a wide array of shops and amenities are readily available. Excellent public transport facilities are provided accessing Glasgow City Centre and beyond and, indeed, roads provide passage to the City Centre, Dumbarton, Balloch and, of course, the glorious countryside surrounding within Argyle and Bute and fabulous driving roads around Loch Lomond and further afield.

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