Shore Road, Ardentinny, Argyll and Bute, PA23

Lorien Cottage is a distinctive double-fronted detached home enjoying an elevated position with exceptional views across the Holy Loch and towards the Clyde and surrounding hills. The property combines flexible family accommodation over two levels with an appealing mix of traditional character and modern improvements. The ground floor centres around a welcoming hallway, generous sitting room with bay window and wood-burning stove, contemporary kitchen with dining space, conservatory and an impressive principal bedroom suite with walk-in dressing room and en-suite bathroom. A further ground-floor bedroom, utility room and cloakroom add practicality, while two additional bedrooms and a shower room are arranged around the upper landing. Outside, there is parking for several vehicles, landscaped gardens, decking, useful outbuildings, solar panels and an air-source heat pump.

Ardentinny is a small and picturesque coastal village set on the western shore of Loch Long, surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Cowal Peninsula and the wider Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. The area is known for its combination of lochside living, woodland, hills and access to the surrounding countryside. The village enjoys a particularly attractive natural setting, with Ardentinny Beach, one of the longest beaches on the Cowal Peninsula, nearby walking routes through Ardentinny Forest and easy access to Glen Finart and the surrounding hills. The shoreline and surrounding woodland provide excellent opportunities for walking, cycling, kayaking and simply enjoying the changing scenery and wildlife of this part of Argyll. Despite its peaceful and relatively secluded setting, Ardentinny remains connected to Dunoon and the wider Cowal Peninsula. Dunoon provides a comprehensive range of shops, supermarkets, schools, leisure facilities, cafés and ferry connections across the Clyde. Lorien Cottage is particularly well positioned within the village, approached from a private shared lane just beyond the Ardentinny Hotel. Its elevated setting allows the property to enjoy outstanding views across Loch Long towards the opposite shore and surrounding hills, while woodland and gardens provide an attractive backdrop to the rear.

Accommodation
Ground Floor: Entrance Vestibule, Entrance Hallway, Lounge/Dining Room, Kitchen/Breakfasting Room, Master Bedroom with Dressing Area and Ensuite, Bedroom 2, Utility Room, WC, Conservatory
Attic Floor: Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4 & Shower Room.

Directions From Dunoon
From Dunoon, travel north towards Sandbank and the Holy Loch turning right just passed the BP Cothouse service station and store. Continue through Kilmun, Strone and Blairmore, following the coastal road as it continues along the western shore of Loch Long towards Ardentinny. Continue into Ardentinny and pass the Ardentinny Hotel. Just beyond the hotel, look for the entrance to a shared lane on your left, where a sign at the foot of the lane displays the names of the three properties served by it. Turn onto the lane and proceed uphill. Lorien Cottage is the second property on the lane and is situated on the left-hand side.

Access Points
The principal entrance is through the covered front porch and directly into the main hallway.
A second entrance is positioned at the conservatory, reached by steps from the front sun deck.
French doors from the kitchen provide direct access to the rear decking and garden.
A rear entrance from the inner hallway provides further practical access to the garden and outbuildings.
The upper floor is accessed internally via the staircase from the inner hallway.

Accommodation Description
Hallway
3.959 m x 3.311 m, narrowing to 1.628 m (13'0" x 10'10", narrowing to 5'4")
Entered through the covered front porch, the welcoming hallway provides ample space for seating and hanging coats and features inset ceiling lighting, wood-effect flooring and a radiator. The layout gives access to the sitting room, principal bedroom suite and downstairs cloakroom, with the accommodation continuing towards the kitchen and rear of the property.

Downstairs Cloakroom
1.600 m x 1.418 m (5'3" x 4'8")
Fitted with a low-level WC with concealed cistern and a vanity unit incorporating a ceramic wash-hand basin. An opaque window faces the front elevation, with radiator and inset ceiling lighting.

Principal Bedroom
3.915 m x 3.232 m (12'10" x 10'7")
A well-proportioned double bedroom enjoying a front-facing window with extensive views towards the Holy Loch, together with a second window overlooking the rear courtyard. A door leads directly into the adjoining dressing room, creating a private suite away from the main living areas.

Walk-In Dressing Room
2.780 m x 2.065 m (9'1" x 6'9")
An impressive walk-in dressing area with generous vaulted ceiling height and space for fitted or freestanding storage. Importantly, this room provides the connection between the principal bedroom, en-suite bathroom and conservatory.

En-Suite Bathroom
2.780 m x 1.718 m (9'1" x 5'8")
The en-suite is fitted with a four-piece suite comprising a roll-top clawfoot bath, low-level WC with concealed system, vanity unit with ceramic basin and a walk-in shower with tiled surround. Additional features include a vertical radiator, opaque rear window and Velux window within the sloping ceiling.

Conservatory
3.800 m x 3.600 m (12'6" x 11'10")
Accessed from the dressing room, the conservatory enjoys an outstanding outlook over the front garden and offers views along the Holy Loch towards the Clyde and surrounding hills. With tiled flooring and access to the exterior, this is a particularly attractive space for relaxing and enjoying the ever-changing views.

Sitting Room
7.932 m x 4.378 m (26'0" x 14'4")
A generous and characterful reception room centred around a fireplace with marble hearth and housing a wood-burning stove. The large bay window incorporates a window seating area and takes full advantage of the panoramic outlook, while an additional side window brings further natural light into the room. Decorative beams add character, with two radiators providing comfort. Glazed openings and double French doors connect the sitting room with the kitchen area.

Kitchen And Dining Area
Within The Open-Plan Rear Living Space
5.40 m x 4.20 m (17’9” x 13’9”)
Two steps lead down from the sitting room into a recently magnificently upgraded kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is fitted with a range of base, drawer and wall units, including glazed display cabinets, and incorporates a five-burner range cooker with double oven and grill. There is space for an American-style fridge freezer, an inset sink and integrated dishwasher, along with generous preparation space. The room offers ample space for both a dining table and breakfast seating. French doors open directly onto the rear decking and garden, while several windows provide excellent natural light. Two radiators serve the area, with a glazed opening maintaining a connection to the main sitting room.

Inner Hallway
The inner hallway is positioned off the kitchen and provides access to the rear door of the property, the staircase to the first floor, utility room and the additional ground-floor bedroom. A useful cupboard beneath the stairs provides further storage.

Utility Room
1.347 m x 1.522 m (4'5" x 5'0")
A practical utility space with an opaque rear window and cupboard housing the hot water and associated systems, together with electrical equipment. The room is conveniently positioned close to the rear entrance.

Ground-Floor Bedroom
2.712 m x 3.486 m (8'11" x 11'5")
A further bedroom positioned off the inner hallway with a rear-facing window overlooking the gardens and woodland beyond. A radiator sits beneath the window.

Upper Landing
2.884 m x 2.195 m (9'6" x 7'2")
The staircase rises to a central upper landing with sloping ceilings and a Velux window. The elevated position provides attractive views across the Holy Loch towards the Clyde and surrounding landscape.

Shower Room
1.924 m x 2.440 m (6'4" x 8'0")
Fitted with a walk-in shower with tiled surround, vanity unit with ceramic wash-hand basin and a low-level WC with concealed cistern. The room also benefits from a radiator and rear-facing Velux window overlooking the trees.

Bedroom Three
4.650 m x 3.650 m (15'3" x 12'0")
A bright dual-aspect double bedroom with Velux windows to the front and side elevations, allowing views towards the Holy Loch. The room benefits from inset ceiling lighting. carpeting and a radiator.

Bedroom Four
3.521 m x 4.934 m (11'7" x 16'2")
A generous double bedroom with windows to the rear and side elevations. The rear outlook takes in the gardens and woodland beyond, while the side window enjoys further views towards the Holy Loch. The room includes inset ceiling lighting, carpeting and a radiator beneath the window.

Gardens And Grounds
Lorien Cottage is approached from a shared lane rising from Shore Road, with the property being the second property located on the left. A shingle driveway provides parking for approximately three to four vehicles. Four steps rise to the elevated front sun deck, which is finished with a combination of stone paving, shingle and planted shrubs. From here, the views across the Holy Loch are particularly impressive.
To the rear, French doors from the kitchen open onto a timber deck, with shingle areas and low stone borders to either side. The garden continues to a lawn surrounded by mature shrubs, fencing and established planting. A masonry wall forms one boundary, while pathways provide access around the side of the property and through an iron gate. The gardens offer a combination of open outdoor entertaining space, lawn, storage and mature planting, with woodland forming an attractive backdrop.

Outbuildings And Storage
The property benefits from a large wood store together with additional garden storage, including a further shed suitable for bicycles, tools and general equipment. There is also an outdoor utility room housing the boiler and providing plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, along with worktop and storage space. The property also incorporates the equipment associated with the air-source heating system.

Energy And Heating Features
Lorien Cottage benefits from twelve solar panels together with an air-source heat pump, providing an energy-conscious addition to the property. The Double Glazing was recently installed and upgraded.

Parking
The shingle driveway to the front provides parking for approximately three to four vehicles, together with sufficient space for turning and convenient access to the main entrances.

Views
The elevated setting is one of Lorien Cottage's defining features. The front-facing rooms and upper Velux windows enjoy far-reaching views across Loch Long and towards the Clyde, while the rear of the property looks towards the mature gardens and surrounding woodland.

Services
Mains Water
Septic Tank
Air Sourced Heat Pump and Solar Panels with Battery and Electrical Central Heating system with solar generated power contributing to the feed in tariff.

Note: The services, white goods and electrical appliances have not been checked by the selling agents.

Council Tax
Lorien is in Council Tax Band E.

Home Report
A copy of the Home Report is available on our website by clicking the "Get Home Report" button or by contacting Waterside Property.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Waterside Property Ltd.

Offers
Offers are to be submitted in Scottish legal terms to Waterside Property Ltd.

Disclaimer Statement
All information contained herein is believed to be accurate, however no warranty is given, and interested parties must satisfy themselves as to its accuracy.

EPC rating: C. Tenure: Freehold,