Southpark, Shore Road, Cove, Helensburgh, G84

Elegant Victorian waterfront villa with guest accommodation.

Description

Southpark is a handsome C listed Victorian villa occupying an outstanding shorefront setting with far-reaching views across the water. The house has been sympathetically maintained and enhanced whilst retaining a wealth of original architectural features including ornate cornicing, sash and case windows, high ceilings and fine timber detailing throughout.

The principal accommodation extends to approximately 4,200 sq ft and offers flexible family living over two floors.

The ground floor centres around an impressive reception hallway, from which the principal rooms are accessed. A generous drawing room enjoys spectacular views over Loch Long, while the formal dining room provides an elegant setting for entertaining. A study/home office offers excellent work-from-home space while the kitchen features a central island, ample cabinetry and direct access to the rear courtyard. Additional ground floor accommodation includes a gym/tv room, games room, utility room, sauna and cloakroom facilities.

On the first floor there are six well proportioned bedrooms, the principal suite enjoys a generously-sized en suite bathroom and dressing facility. Two further bedrooms benefit from en suite shower rooms, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a beautifully appointed family bathroom. The layout provides superb flexibility for family living and guest accommodation.

Complementing the principal residence is a detached ancillary building currently arranged as self-contained accommodation with sitting room, two bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom. The building offers a variety of potential uses including guest accommodation, holiday letting, home office space or multi-generational living, subject to any necessary consents.

There are also additional storage buildings.

Location

Southpark occupies a magnificent elevated position on the waterfront in the conservation village of Cove, enjoying panoramic views across Loch Long towards the Firth of Clyde. Set within over 2.5 acres of mature gardens and woodland, the property combines privacy, character and an enviable coastal setting.

This peninsula has long been regarded as one of Scotland’s most desirable residential areas. The village of Kilcreggan offers a welcoming community, local shops, cafes, medical facilities and a primary school, Kilcreggan Pier remains the only traditional Clyde pier still in daily service, providing a regular passenger ferry connection to Gourock, from where there are direct rail links to Glasgow.

Helensburgh around 17 miles away, provides excellent shopping, supermarkets, leisure facilities, marina facilities and highly regarded local schooling, while Lomond School offers independent education. Glasgow Airport is around 30 miles by car.

The surrounding area offers exceptional opportunities for sailing, boating, walking and outdoor pursuits, with Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park easily accessible.

Square Footage: 4,356 sq ft



Additional Info

Water - Mains
Electricity - Mains
Drainage - Septic tank
Heating - Oil fired