Upper Inglewood, Tighnabruaich, Argyll and Bute, PA21 2DU

Description
Upper Inglewood is a totally upgraded and improved upper conversion in typical Scottish
west highland style. It enjoys a prominent situation set above the area of Tighnabruaich.
From its high vantage point, there are quite spectacular and often dramatic views
southeast over the highly picturesque water and landscape of the ‘Kyles of Bute’. The
house is of mainly sandstone finish under a dark grey slate roof. The accommodation is
presented over one level which is accessedthrough a private porch way and up the stairs.

The house is well set up for principal family living and similarly would offer itself as a good second home or an income producing holiday letting proposition.

First Floor
Outer front door to welcoming entrance porch with vaulted ceiling, exposed timber beams
and 4 Velux windows. Inner front door with stained glass window to welcoming
entrance hall with study. Via carpeted staircase to first floor landing, white painted hard wood flooring, bedrooms 1 (with original fireplace) & 2, windows overlooking rear gardens. Formal sitting room with warming log burning stove, box window formation showcasing breath-taking views out across the Kyles of Bute. 2 enclosed Edinburgh press store
cupboards, beautifully appointed contemporary Wrens integrated kitchen cum dining, windows overlooking the Kyles, snug/reading room/potential box room. Contemporary family bathroom with overhead shower and heated towel rail, fitted utility/laundry cupboard.

Gardens
Communal low level stone wall bell mouth entry, gently sloping incline to gravel surfaced vehicle turning and hard standing apron. The gravel extends around both sides of the house and is flanked by well-tended mature and level lawns with various specimen trees, beds and bushes. The private rear garden is also gently sloping and laid to lawn and at the extreme rear lies a generous timber decking area, which is perfectly placed to enjoy uninterrupted views and evening sundowners. Hedging and trees. Slabbed pathway to main door.

Outbuildings
Detached timber shed, currently used for general purpose storage.

Services
Mains water supply, shared septic tank, electric heating assisted by the warming log burning stove, double glazing.

Note: The services have not been checked by the selling agents.

Local Authorities
Argyll & Bute Council
Kilmory
Lochgilphead
Argyll
PA31 8RT

Council Tax
Upper Inglewood is in council tax band C and the annual charge is £1,853.58 including water but excluding sewerage charges.

EPC
EPC rating E.

Situation
Upper Inglewood is situated in the picturesque coastal village of Tighnabruaich on the west coast of Scotland. From its prominent setting there are breath-taking, spectacular and often dramatic outlooks over the famous water and landscape known as the Kyles of Bute with spectacular views over to the Isle of Bute, south to Inchmarnock and the high tops of Arran.

Tighnabruaich is a well known sheltered anchorage with moorings that are always lively with the comings and goings of boating and yachting craft. One of its highlights must surely be the regular berthing of the famous Waverley, reputed to be the world’s last sea going paddle steamer. Always a sight to behold as she berths at Tighnabruaich pier with day trippers.

The village centre is a comfortable walk and offers a Doctor’s surgery and local amenities that cater for everyday needs. A bus service runs from Tighnabruaich to both Rothesay and Dunoon.

The city of Glasgow is 54 miles distant (via a pleasant boat crossing to Gourock) and has numerous retail districts and all the higher educational, cultural and leisure services normally associated with a major international centre.

Tighnabruaich has a reputable and award winning primary school and secondary is available at Dunoon Grammar.

The area is famous for its dramatic natural scenic beauty; yachtsmen and women the world over sail through the scenic Kyles from the Clyde marinas and on through the Crinan canal and out to the Hebridean islands. A marina and restaurant complex at Portavadie is 4.4 miles to the west and offers facilities such as a leisure centre with indoor and outdoor infinity pools and beauty treatment rooms. Portavadie also hosts facilities supporting great mountain bike trails in the area.

The area offers much in the way of relaxing outdoor pursuits. Kyles of Bute Golf Club is a scenic and challenging 9-hole golf course. There is tennis and inevitably, a famous sailing school.

Sea, river and loch fishing are also available in the area, as are a number of commercially run shoots. Some of the local estates allow stalking by arrangement.

Tighnabruaich lies on “Argyll’s Secret Coast”, which stretches from Strachur at the top of Loch Fyne round the coast to Colintraive. It is an area of stunning natural beauty where there are countless opportunities to discover peaceful locations. Nearby activities include walks in forests or along the coast, fishing, kayaking or sailing and enjoying the wildlife.

Directions
From Glasgow city centre leave in a westerly direction on the M8 motorway. Continue for 21 miles to arrive at Port Glasgow. Follow signs Greenock and Gourock on the A770 for 8 miles to reach the Western Ferry terminal at McInroy’s Point. Take the ferry to Hunters Quay Dunoon. Leave the terminal and turn right on the A815 through Sandbank. After 3.5 miles turn left on to the B836. Travel for 11 miles before turning right on to the A886. Travel for 1.5 miles then turn left onto the A8003. Travel for 7 miles to reach Tighnabruaich. On arrival in the village, turn left at the junction and continue along Shore Road, passing the shops. After 0.4 miles turn left up the lane for about 150 yards to find the entrance to Upper Inglewood on the right hand side.

Alternatively from Glasgow proceed in a westerly direction on the M8 motorway for about 15 miles taking junction 30 onto the Erskine Bridge. Turns left off the bridge on the A82 and continue for about 25 miles to reach Tarbet. Continue to the left at Tarbet onto the A83 and proceed through Arrochar for a further 13 miles. Turn left onto the A815 and travel for 10 miles to Strachur. At Strachur turn right onto A886 and travel for 15 miles. Turn right on to the A8003. Travel for 7 miles to reach Tighnabruaich. On arrival in the Village, follow directions above.