Kings Gate, Dowanhill
Offers over £950,000
This magnificent red sandstone period villa occupies a prime position in Dowanhill, forming part of David Barclay’s exclusive private Victorian terrace dating from 1902 overlooking Willowbank Bowling Green. The house, notable for its immaculate appearance and handsome Victorian character, has an imposing granite pillared entrance flanked by beautifully landscaped private gardens. A private parking space is conveniently located at the side of the property.
The substantial accommodation (3500 sq ft) of this superb family home is formed over three levels and presented in first class order throughout. Significant time, effort and expense have been invested in the impressive, upgraded interior which features a stylish, contemporary new kitchen with granite worktops and recently refurbished luxurious bathroom. A wealth of rich character details are apparent throughout the house including beautiful wood panelling, ornate decorative plasterwork, restored sash and case windows with Glasgow Style stained glass, combination of new and restored hardwood floors and other period wood finishes, as well as a significant number of fine period fireplaces.
The ground floor comprises entrance vestibule, wood panelled reception hall with original period fireplace and staircase featuring ornate carved banister, wood panelled corner bay windowed lounge with period fireplace and original leaded glass with attractive aspects over the bowling green, formal dining room with bay window, dining kitchen, cloakroom, wc and generous understair cupboard giving access to a useful basement cellar. On the first floor, a stunning corner bay windowed drawing room with decorative plaster ceiling, hardwood floor and featuring integrated home cinema, master bedroom with stylishly refurbished Laufen en-suite bathroom (which can also be accessed from the hallway), two further bedrooms and a period family bathroom with original tiling and nickel fitments. On the second floor there are two further double bedrooms and beautifully restored original wood panelled billiard room featuring intricate etched cupola, and raised seating area with five panel etched glass skylight, wc, and excellent eaves storage. From the main hallway, there is direct access to the private parking space at the side of the property. Gas central heating.
There is an option to purchase 1 bedroom mews with parking space.
Due to its excellent position in the extremely sought after Dowanhill area, an extensive range of amenities and facilities including local primary and secondary schooling are available nearby. Hyndland Road and Byres Road offer a fine selection of shops, delicatessens, restaurants and café bars. Transport facilities include a frequent bus service to the City Centre, Hyndland railway station and a road network linking to the Clyde Tunnel and Clydeside Expressway which in turn leads to the M8. The area as a whole proves popular with those who wish easy access to Glasgow University, the Botanic Gardens, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and museum, the Western Infirmary and Gartnavel General Hospital.
