South Lodge, Castle Menzies, Aberfeldy, PH15 2JD

South Lodge was built in approx. 1750 and is the original South Lodge for Castle Menzies. The property was significantly upgraded and extended 38 years ago when it was then run as a successful and award winning 4-star B & B for a few years.
On the ground floor you will find a large dining-kitchen with dark wood wall and floor units. Along the hall are patio doors leading out to a covered patio area, two double bedrooms and a shower room. Upstairs the landing gives way to a bright living room where you can enjoy views of the surrounding countryside including Castle Menzies through windows on three sides, the master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, a further double bedroom and the family bathroom.
Externally the driveway leads to a large, gravelled area suitable for parking several cars and the single garage which has an access hatch to a floored attic space. There is scope to create a two-storey extension by incorporating the garage and the room above it into two additional rooms, architect plans are available and have previously been given planning permission. There are suitable sites to place another garage, if required The 0.5 acre garden grounds offer shady and secluded areas to sit amongst the mature trees and shrubs to the front of the property as well as having a gated back garden. Although adjacent to the public road the aspect of the accommodation and secluded grounds allow the property a great degree of peace and privacy.
LOCATION
Weem is a village on the B846 near Aberfeldy which has two pubs and is also home to Castle Menzies, one of Scotland's best-preserved 16th century castles.
Nearby Aberfeldy is the geographical heart of Scotland situated on Scotland's longest river, the River Tay and is home to the Birks Cinema and Dewar's Distillery. You will also find a good selection of local shops, pubs, restaurants, cafes, a golf course, community campus housing the library, swimming pool and sporting facilities as well as nursery, primary and secondary schools. The area is renowned for outdoor activities including white water rafting, abseiling, gorge walking, canyoning, and mountain biking.
DIRECTIONS
From Aberfeldy head along the B846 towards Weem. Continue past the turn off for Castle Menzies and take the next right into South Lodge.
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Included in the sale unless otherwise stated. Cooker will be included.
VIEWINGS
By appointment with J & H Mitchell Solicitors & Estate Agents