A HOME in Rhu has made it to the final of the Scotland's Home of the Year competition after impressing the judges and scoring maximum points in the regional final.

Rhu Boathouse, owned by Patricia Rodi and Patrick Phillips, received tens across the board from judges Anna Campbell Jones, Michael Angus, and Kate Speirs in Monday night’s west of Scotland final, broadcast on BBC One Scotland.

The couple went up against Knockbuckle House in Kilmacolm, which scored 29 points, and Craigend Farm, which received 27.

Patricia said: “It was great - it’s been amazing. Everyone has been so nice, and all the other participants are amazing as well.

“All the houses are so beautiful, so it’s just been an incredibly fun experience.”

Originally built as a naval officer’s lodgings around 150 years ago, the house was bought as a renovation project.

The décor has a big European influence, with Patricia drawing on her Swedish, Czech, and French background.

Patrick, whose father was an auctioneer, has also incorporated his love for antiques, creating an authentic and homely space.

The judges were blown away by the house, falling for it as soon as they saw the crisp white exterior with bright green windows and doors.

They praised its “deliberate” yet “gentle” use of colour and noted how it was “sympathetic to the original character of the building”.

Rhu Boathouse will now fight for the title of Scotland’s Home of the Year once the remaining finalists are selected.

Patricia added: “It’s amazing for Rhu to be represented.

“Personally, I didn’t know much about Helensburgh and Rhu before moving here, but it is such a lovely part of the world.

“I think it’s great to acknowledge this part of Scotland.”

To catch up on Monday’s episode, visit BBC iPlayer.