West King Street, Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute, G84

A most attractive, two bedroom, first-floor retirement apartment well positioned close to Helensburgh town centre.

Rarely available within the ever-popular Kings Court development, this attractive, two bedroom, first-floor retirement apartment offers comfortable, well-maintained accommodation, two double bedrooms and the considerable convenience of being positioned close to Helensburgh town centre.

Kings Court provides a welcoming and secure environment designed with residents’ comfort and convenience in mind. Residents benefit from a communal residents’ lounge, laundry facilities, residents’ lift, warden service, security-controlled entry system, communal gardens and residents’ parking, providing a reassuring combination of independence, community and practical support.

Flat 17 is accessed via the secure communal entrance, leading into the well-maintained communal hallway, with the residents’ lift providing easy access to the first floor. The apartment itself is presented in good order and offers well-proportioned accommodation throughout.

The entrance hallway provides a welcoming introduction to the property, with useful storage cupboard off. The spacious lounge overlooks Glasgow Street and provides excellent space for a range of freestanding furniture. A door leads directly into the kitchen, creating a practical and sociable layout.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of floor and wall-mounted units, complemented by a front-facing double-glazed window. Integrated appliances include a hob, oven and extractor hood, with ample ceiling and power points.

There are two generously proportioned double bedrooms, with the master offering useful built-in storage facilities and excellent space for bedroom furniture. Completing the accommodation is the three-piece bathroom, comprising low-level WC, wash hand basin and a walk-in bath with an electric shower above.

There is a system of electric heating, double glazing, good levels of soundproofing and insulation, recently cleaned carpeting, neutral décor, excellent space for freestanding furniture, convenient West King Street location.

Two-bedroom apartments within Kings Court are particularly sought-after and rarely come to the market, making early viewing highly recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation, setting and facilities on offer.

As mentioned the development benefits from a range of communal facilities designed to make everyday living easier and more enjoyable for all residents’, these facilities include a residents’ lounge – an ideal space for relaxing and socialising, a laundry facility, lift providing convenient access between floors, warden service offering additional reassurance, a security-controlled entry system, attractive communal gardens are found at the front and residents’ parking is provided.

This combination of private accommodation and shared facilities creates a welcoming community atmosphere, while the central position allows residents to enjoy the many conveniences of Helensburgh close to home.
Location

89 West King Street enjoys a particularly convenient position within Helensburgh, combining easy access to the town’s everyday amenities with excellent public transport connections and the outstanding countryside and waterfront scenery for which the area is renowned.

The town centre is within easy reach, providing a wide selection of shops, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, professional services and community facilities.

One of the property’s particularly attractive features is its proximity to bus services operating directly along West King Street.

Bus stops are located on West King Street itself, with services including the 206 and 316, providing connections around Helensburgh and towards surrounding communities. The 316 route operates via West King Street between Helensburgh and destinations including Rhu, Faslane, Garelochhead and Coulport.

The 206 service provides connections between Helensburgh, Dumbarton, Alexandria, Balloch and Haldane, with Helensburgh railway station also served on the route.

For rail travellers, Helensburgh Central provides regular connections towards Glasgow and beyond, while Helensburgh Upper provides access to the West Highland Line.

Glasgow & The Wider Central Belt
Helensburgh has long been an attractive location for commuters, benefiting from its rail and road connections with Glasgow and the wider central belt.

The town’s railway history dates back to 1858, when the railway connection with Glasgow helped transform Helensburgh into an increasingly popular residential and commuting town.
Today, the combination of rail, bus and road connections makes the area particularly appealing to those who want to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a west-coast town while retaining convenient access to Glasgow.

Countryside, Waterfront & Outdoor Life
Beyond the convenience of the town centre, Helensburgh enjoys a spectacular natural setting on the Firth of Clyde, with views towards the Gareloch, Rosneath Peninsula and the beautiful surrounding hills and scenery.

The seafront promenade provides an attractive setting for leisurely walks, while the surrounding area offers woodland walks, cycle routes, golf, sailing and numerous opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is also within easy reach.

The nearby waterfront has also benefited from substantial investment, including improvements to the leisure centre, public spaces, pier and surrounding waterfront infrastructure.

Helensburgh combines Victorian heritage with its spectacular coastal setting. Its development was strongly influenced by the arrival of the railway, which opened the town to commuters from Glasgow and encouraged the construction of many of the substantial villas and buildings that still contribute to its distinctive character today.

The town is also closely associated with Charles Rennie Mackintosh, whose renowned Hill House sits just above Helensburgh and remains one of Scotland’s most celebrated examples of early twentieth-century architecture.

In short, Kings Court offers the appealing combination of a secure and welcoming retirement development, easy access to everyday amenities and public transport, and the outstanding scenery and heritage of Helensburgh and the Clyde.