Manse Road, Aberfoyle, Stirling, Stirlingshire, FK8

“Tigh Na Cruin” located in Manse Road, Aberfoyle is the setting of this stunning bungalow constructed around 1950 which has been radically reinvigorated with a bold modern extension.

Since new, the home has been extended twice and has been masterfully transformed into a spacious and dynamic four-bedroom house spread over 168m2 of floorspace.

Encircled by tall mature trees, the position ensures excellent privacy and seclusion. Set off a quiet country road, the house is approached via a private gravelled driveway, with generous parking here for multiple vehicles.

Internally, the accommodation includes:
Ground floor: Hall, two living rooms (one with mezzanine level), kitchen, four bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite shower room.

The original house consists of three good sized bedrooms, a family bathroom, kitchen, and lounge area located to the rear of the plan. The side extension added later has created an additional master bedroom with ensuite facilities. The kitchen has excellent storage and worktop space for food preparation. The area permits ample room for a dining table and chairs in addition to the breakfast bar which has been created for casual dining. The rear lounge is bathed in light, has excellent floorspace and French doors provide an exit point to the gardens. A nice stove provides a cosy focal point.

Off the kitchen dining area, is the double height, Swedish style extension which is highly impressive. The extension has been smartly configured around the spectacular woodland setting. Large picture windows, frames views of the leafy backdrops and brings in a huge amount of light across the interior throughout the day. High pitched ceilings create volume and a log burning stove is a masterclass addition. The mezzanine area on the first floor is accessed via a staircase and offers excellent flexibility of use; currently configured as a home office/music room, the space would easily accommodate additional living space or as a guest bedroom.

The outside space at Tigh Na Cruin forms an integral part of the overall experience and, quite uniquely, offers a private pocket of native forestry in addition to the immediate gardens. Dense woodland offers privacy and a peaceful backdrop, attracting an incredible array of widelife and birdlife. There are various areas to eat and socialise in the warmer months. Swathes of lawn lead into private wooded areas, providing a shady retreat on hot summer days. There are various small outbuildings dotted about the land, in addition to a large, detached timber garage.

Approximately, five years ago, the central heating system was upgraded to an electric air source heat pump system. Heating to rooms is provided by water filled radiators and hot water is supplied from the central heating system.

Aberfoyle is situated on the River Forth at the foot of Craigmore and has connections to many historical figures such as Rob Roy and Mary Queen of Scots.

Aberfoyle is a thriving village in the heart of the world-famous Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park and enjoys a backdrop of mountainous highland scenery. Go Ape is also in close proximity to the village. The area known as the Trossachs boasts stunning scenery and is immediately accessible from the property. It is particularly well known for its recreational facilities including forest and hill walks, mountain biking, fishing, boating and a golf course.