Kilmichael Glassary, Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute, PA31

An attractive amenity farm with a refurbished farmhouse, range of buildings and 196 acres of grazing, amenity woodland and loch with sporting opportunities close to the West Coast.

Kilbride House

Kilbride House enjoys a private setting with far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. The traditional stone-built house has been comprehensively refurbished and sensitively extended, creating an attractive family home that successfully combines period character with modern living. Extensive upgrading works include rewiring, replumbing, reroofing and the installation of a modern LPG-fired central heating system. The house also benefits from double-glazed sash-and-case windows throughout. The principal entrance opens into an impressive reception hall. A generous sitting room with wood-burning stove connects to a second family room, also featuring a wood-burning stove and dual-aspect views over the grounds. At the heart of the home is an exceptional dining kitchen stretching across the full width of the house. Featuring bespoke cabinetry, granite worktops, integrated appliances and a central island with Lacanche range cooker, the kitchen flows seamlessly into the adjoining dining room, creating an ideal space for family life and entertaining. A utility room lies beyond. The ground floor also includes a WC, shower room, boot room, gun room, plant room and store room. Upstairs, the principal bedroom benefits from an en suite shower room, while three further double bedrooms are served by a family bathroom. A separate staircase from the family room leads to a self-contained guest suite comprising a fifth double bedroom with en suite shower room and adjoining dressing room or home office. At the opposite end of the house, a further staircase leads to a large gymnasium, which could alternatively be used as a sixth bedroom, games room or studio. Kilbride House offers a rare combination of character, comfort and flexibility, perfectly suited to modern family living.

Gardens & Outbuildings

The house is surrounded by attractive formal gardens with extensive lawns, mature planting and well-stocked borders, creating a delightful setting. Adjacent to the house stands the former two-storey farmhouse, now a ruin, which may offer future development potential, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents. To the rear is a useful range of traditional outbuildings. One building has been partially renovated and benefits from underfloor heating, currently serving as kennels. Further buildings include a former cattle court and a four-bay general-purpose shed providing excellent storage and estate utility.

Land

The estate extends to approximately 196.90 acres and comprises a diverse mix of pasture, rough grazing, woodland and amenity ground. Around 112 acres are pasture and grazing land, complemented by approximately 43 acres of mixed woodland. Three paddocks provide useful grazing for livestock. A 4x4-accessible track leads through the estate to Add Loch, extending to approximately 12.96 acres. Set within a particularly attractive and secluded position, the loch enjoys elevated views across the surrounding landscape and provides significant amenity value together with excellent wildlife habitat.

History

Steeped in history, the estate contains the ruins of a former 13th-century chapel situated within native woodland above the house. It is also understood that ancient cup-and-ring stone carvings can be found within the grounds.

Sporting

Kilbride offers a variety of sporting opportunities including red deer stalking, trout fishing on the loch, rough shooting and wildfowling.

Wildlife

The surrounding glen is rich in wildlife and supports red squirrels, otters, pine martens, deer and abundant birdlife. More notable sightings have included Scottish wildcats, eagles and ospreys, highlighting the estate's exceptional natural environment.

Kilbride Estate occupies a wonderfully private and picturesque setting within Kilmichael Glen, just a few miles from Scotland’s spectacular west coast. Combining the tranquillity of a rural estate with convenient access to everyday amenities, it offers the best of country living while remaining within easy reach of Glasgow, approximately two hours away.

The thriving coastal town of Lochgilphead, situated at the head of Loch Gilp and only 7 miles from the estate, provides an excellent range of local services and amenities. These include two supermarkets, a highly regarded butcher, fishmonger and artisan delicatessen, together with a sports centre, swimming pool and 9-hole golf course. Lochgilphead also offers primary and secondary schooling, as well as an excellent medical centre. A further primary school is located just 2 miles away at Kilmichael Glassary.

To the north, Oban lies approximately 33 miles from Kilbride and serves as the principal commercial centre for North Argyll and the Inner Hebrides. The town offers an extensive range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, healthcare facilities and a mainline railway station, with regular services to Glasgow and overnight sleeper connections to London. To the south, the scenic Kintyre Peninsula is renowned for its unspoilt coastline, secluded bays and beautiful sandy beaches, as well as the celebrated Machrihanish Golf Club.

The estate is ideally situated for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits. Exceptional walking, cycling, sailing, kayaking, wild swimming, horse riding and golf are all available nearby. The scenic Crinan Canal, just 4 miles away, links the Firth of Clyde with the Sound of Jura and the Western Isles, providing a beautiful setting for boating and waterside recreation. The attractive coastal village of Tayvallich, approximately 12 miles away, offers moorings, an excellent café and a popular waterside inn. From both Crinan and Tayvallich, boat trips provide access to some of Scotland’s most famous natural attractions, including the Corryvreckan Whirlpool and the islands of Jura, Islay and Iona. The surrounding waters are rich in wildlife, with regular sightings of dolphins, whales and basking sharks during the summer months. Nearby Knapdale Forest is also renowned as the home of Scotland’s reintroduced beaver population. In addition to the sporting opportunities available on the estate itself, the surrounding area offers excellent salmon fishing, stalking and shooting. Glasgow Airport is approximately 86 miles away and is readily accessible via the A83.

Kilbride also lies close to Kilmartin Glen, one of Scotland’s most significant prehistoric landscapes. The renowned Kilmartin Museum is only a ten-minute drive away and interprets over 6,000 years of human history. The surrounding area boasts the highest concentration of Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments in Europe, attracting visitors from across the world to explore this remarkable archaeological landscape.