OUR latest Property of the Week harks back to the earliest years of Helensburgh's story – for while it's now very much part of the built-up west end of the town, it was once part of a farmhouse, and dates back more than 200 years.
The substantial two-storey first floor conversion is delightfully styled and features a recently repainted white stone exterior with astragalled windows and a natural slate roof.
The building is B listed due to its architectural interest and historic note, with Historic Environment Scotland noting that "the fine Regency style porch adds a note of distinction".
The property is part of a former farmhouse and dates back more than 200 years
It enjoys its own private, sheltered and south facing garden grounds to the rear.
They are laid out with ease of maintenance in mind, with a gravelled sitting area, enclosed by stone walls and fencing, enjoying all-day-long sunshine and almost total privacy.
The property is part of a former farmhouse and dates back more than 200 years
The current owners have completely upgraded the interior of the property and it is impeccably presented, combining a fantastic modern specification with delightful period features that include beautiful natural timber floors, skirtings, architraves and doors, along with many working shutters.
With a wood burning stove and a contemporary living flame fire in the main public rooms, this property is an absolute delight and must rate as one of the finest conversions in Helensburgh.
The property is part of a former farmhouse and dates back more than 200 years
On entering on the ground floor through its own main door access on West Princes Street, there is a welcoming reception hall/cloakroom area with access from here out to the side of the property and the gardens at the rear.
A curving stone staircase from the hall leads up to the first floor landing where you can access a beautiful lounge with wood burning stove and a sitting room. Both of these rooms are linked by a former dressing room which would be an ideal study.
The property is part of a former farmhouse and dates back more than 200 years
The semi open plan kitchen features extensive Shaker style units and a range of appliances and has a good sized dining room at one end.
There is a double bedroom on this floor, with a feature fireplace, and there is also a shower room.
The property is part of a former farmhouse and dates back more than 200 years
Moving from the reception hall, a curved staircase ascends to the upper floor where three generous double bedrooms can be found (two with built in wardrobes), along with a luxuriously appointed bathroom with oval bath, modern wash hand basin and wc.
Overall, the accommodation extends to almost 1,900 square feet – and from the upper floors particularly, there are magnificent views across Helensburgh and the Firth of Clyde to the south and Glen Fruin and the hills to the north.
The property is part of a former farmhouse and dates back more than 200 years
The property is being marketed by the Helensburgh branch of Clyde Property and is on sale for offers over £319,000 – click here to find out more.
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