A handsome Victorian detached house with uninterrupted water views and situated amid generous garden grounds located on the coastal ribbon settlement of Kames on the very pretty and famous Kyles of Bute.
Description
Tigharra is a handsome Victorian detached house which is situated amid generous garden grounds situated on the coastal ribbon settlement of Kames on the very pretty and famous Kyles of Bute. The village of Kames sits just to the south of Tighnabruaich, perhaps its rather better known neighbour.
The house is of mainly exposed stone construction with white painted gable ends and smooth sandstone at window mullions presented under a dark grey slate roof. Internally, period features have been preserved including detailed plasterwork, cornices, roses and picture rails.
The house is set immediately on the foreshore and beach, separated only by the minor coastal road and from where there are aspects to the neighbouring island of Bute, the waterscape of the famous Kyles of Bute, north to the sheltered anchorages at Tighnabruaich and south towards the island of Inchmarnock.
Ground Floor
Outer front door to entrance vestibule/cloaks, inner front door to welcoming entrance hallway, electrical switch gear, former formal dining room with log burning stove, bay window formation overlooking front gardens, reading room/study with window overlooking rear gardens, conservatory with twin leaf doors to gardens. Under stair wc, formal sitting room with bay windows formation overlooking front gardens, log burning stove, exposed Edinburgh press. Kitchen cum informal breakfasting and dining area, window to rear gardens, utility room with windows and door to gardens.
First Floor
Via carpeted staircase to half landing, window overlooking rear gardens. First floor landing to bedroom 1 with window to gardens, en suite shower room, bedroom 2 with cupboard, window overlooking front gardens and waterscape views, linen cupboard housing hot water tank, family bathroom with overhead shower, bedroom 3 (master) with window to front gardens and water views, ample fitted mirrored wardrobes, bedroom 4 with window to side gardens (currently set up as a crafts room). Access to the loft space via a retractable ladder.
Outbuildings
Attached stone log/coal stores. Detached single garage/workshop comprising of smooth render finish under a dark grey slate roof, concrete floor, light and power, personal door access and remotely operated roller shutter door. 2 x greenhouses.
Mooring
The property has its own fully serviced mooring a short distance offshore in full view from the house.
Garden
Twin stone gate piers set in a stone wall, laurel hedging to front providing privacy, gravel and paving stone driveway to gravel vehicular hard standing and parking area. Well stocked colourful flower beds surround a mature gently sloping front lawn, due northeast of Tigharra is a further area of gently sloping lawn which houses raised soft fruit and vegetable beds, bound by hedging, gravel and paving stone apron continues to the rear. Paving stone lies at the rear gardens which are ideal for alfresco sitting, dining and entertaining guests, a feature pond and natural stream due southwest of Tigharra bring a sense of tranquillity to the gardens, level lawn to drying green, paving stones lead to wilded rear gardens. From the gardens at Tigharra, there a first class views across the famous Kyles of Bute.
Situation
Tigharra is situated on the coastal ribbon settlement of Kames on the very pretty and famous Kyles of Bute.
The village of Kames sits just to the south of Tighnabruaich, perhaps its rather better known neighbour.
The house is set immediately on the foreshore and beach, separated only by the minor coastal road and from where there are aspects to the neighbouring island of Bute, the waterscape of the famous Kyles of Bute, north to the sheltered anchorages at Tighnabruaich and south towards the island of Inchmarnock.
Kames has its own hotel, bistro, post office and shop which easily caters for everyday needs and requirements. The centre of Tighnabruaich is about 1.3 miles to the north and is a well-known sheltered anchorage with moorings, that are always lively with the coming and going of boating and yachting craft. The village centre offers local amenities and further shops that cater for everyday needs and requirements. A bus service runs from Kames via Tighnabruaich to both Rothesay and Dunoon.
Portavadie Marina is 4.2 miles away and has in recent years seen significant investment in creating a modern state of the art Marina infrastructure, with associated chandlery, restaurant, accommodation and spa facilities. The marina is fast gaining a reputation among the sailing communities as a must go to destination and many drive to the marina for culinary days and evenings out.
Tarbert is 8.3 miles to the west and there is a ferry service from Portavadie direct to Tarbert.
The city of Glasgow is 56 miles distant (albeit interrupted by a not unpleasant boat crossing to Gourock) and has numerous retail districts and all the higher educational, cultural and leisure services, normally associated with a major international centre.
Tighnabruaich has a reputable and award-winning primary school and secondary is available at Dunoon Grammar or Tarbert via a short crossing from Portavadie.
The area is famous for its dramatic natural scenic beauty; yachtsmen and women around the world sail through the scenic Kyles from the Clyde marinas and on up through Loch Fyne to Ardrishaig through the Crinan canal and out to the Hebridean islands.
The area offers much in the way of relaxing outdoor pursuits; Tighnabruaich Golf Club is a scenic and challenging 9-hole golf course. There is tennis and inevitably, a famous sailing school.
Sea, river and loch fishing are also available in the area, as are a number of commercially run shoots. Some of the local estates allow stalking by arrangement.
Tighnabruaich lies on Argylls Secret Coast, which stretches from Strachur at the top of Loch Fyne round the coast to Colintraive. It is an area of stunning natural beauty where there are countless opportunities to discover peaceful locations. Nearby activities include walks in forests or along the coast, fishing kayaking or sailing and enjoying the wildlife.
Services
Mains water supply, drainage is by private septic tank, heating is by oil fired central hearing assisted by 2 x warming log burning stove, double glazing.
Note: The services have not been checked by the selling agents.
Directions
From Glasgow city centre, leave in a westerly direction on the M8 motorway. Continue for 21 miles to arrive at Port Glasgow. Follow signs Greenock and Gourock on the A770 for 8 miles to reach the Western Ferry terminal at McInroys Point. Take the ferry to Hunters Quay Dunoon. Leave the terminal and turn right on the A815 through Sandbank. After 3.5 miles turn left on to the B836. Travel for 11 miles before turning right on to the A886. Travel for 1.5 miles then turn left onto the B8003. Travel for 7 miles to reach Tighnabruaich. At Tighnabruaich proceed south through Tighnabruaich to reach Kames. At the crossroads in Kames, turn left and continue on the minor road until reaching the coastal toad to find Tigharra on the right-hand side.
Local Authorities
Argyll & Bute Council
Kilmory
Lochgilphead
Argyll
PA31 8RT
Tel: 01546-602127.
Council Tax
Tigharra is in council tax band E and the amount payable for 2023/2024 is £1943.50 to include mains water and excluding drainage.
Viewing
Strictly by appointment with Robb Residential, telephone 0141 225 3880.
Possession
Vacant possession will be given on completion.
Offers
Offers are to be submitted in Scottish legal terms to the selling agents Robb Residential, 176 St. Vincent Street, Glasgow, G2 5SG. A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order to be kept fully informed of any closing date that may be fixed.
Fixtures and fittings
All items normally known as tenants fixtures shall remain. However, certain items, including furniture may be available to a purchaser in addition, by separate negotiation.
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