Craighead Cottage, Dunlop
Offers over £295,000
Located outside Dunlop, this is a superb opportunity to acquire a beautiful country home with an idyllic setting with some of the most impressive views that the area can offer. “Craighead Cottage” is part of a farm conversion carried out circa 22 years ago, there are only three other homes within this development. This property retains its privacy as it is not overlooked by the neighbouring homes. The outlook from the property initially is over the surrounding fields, however the views extend to the Ayrshire coast as far as Ailsa Craig, Arran and inland to Ben Lomond. The property is also set in circa a third of an acre of land which adds to the attractiveness of this home.
Internally the accommodation comprises of an entrance vestibule, large reception hallway, lounge with beautiful period solid fuel fireplace, French doors lead through to a charming south facing conservatory. There is a separate dining room, large dining kitchen with access door to the gardens, downstairs WC, utility room which leads through to the former stables which is currently being utilised as a workshop and a stable door leads out to the driveway, carport and garage. Upstairs provides three double bedrooms, the master has an en-suite with a large power shower, and there is also a refitted family bathroom which is beautifully presented and provides a four piece suite including power shower. The property also has extensive storage within the eaves. The home is heated via electric heating and solid fuel, and has a fitted television aerial.
“Craighead Cottage” is situated within circa a third of an acre of land, the gardens are fully enclosed by a drystane wall, fence and a gate, with mainly manicured and landscaped lawns. There is a large driveway which can accommodate a number of vehicles and a carport. The centre point of the garden is the Swedish style barbecue hut which has power and light installed along with a solid fuel barbeque with dedicated extractor hood. The current owners use this area extensively as a winter and summer house and is an ideal venue for appreciating the views the home offers especially at sunset.
This property will suit a wide range of buyers looking for a country style home. The home is large enough to accommodate a family and also has scope for further development of the stable and garage area subject to the necessary planning consent but the property is also of a size attractive to downsizers looking to move out of the city but sit conveniently located for access to all of Glasgow and Ayrshire’s many facilities.
The property is well situated for commuting to Glasgow City centre with excellent road links and for commuters travelling further afield the home is well situated for access to Glasgow International Airport and Prestwick Airport. Dunlop Railway is also a short distance away with an upgraded twin track, providing direct access to Glasgow City centre within 25 minutes with The nearby village of Dunlop offers localised shopping and schooling facilities; secondary education is also available within the area. Road links also lead to Silverburn Shopping Centre, Breahead Retail Park, Kilmarnock and Ayr where a wider range of facilities can be found.
It should be noted that there is a Home Report available with this property. For further details on this report please contact Corum, Paisley.
