Property description
A handsome lower conversion of large 'Victorian ' villa extending to around 2,500 sq. ft. 31' Drawing room, impressive dining room, 25' bay windowed sitting room, 3 double bedrooms (2 ensuite), study / dressing room, kitchen, utility room, bathroom, wc. 2 Garages. Gas c/h. EER Band E
A striking, impressively proportioned lower conversion, privately situated within this desirable enclave of Helensburgh.
Exhibiting a weath of distinguishing architectural features and affording a considerable sense of granduer (synonomous with homes of this period) this classically styled 'Victorian' home extends to around 2,500 sq. ft.
The property provides commodious rooms (with the public rooms orientated to the south), which accentuates the sense of scale and brightness of this handsome home.
Approached by a sweeping, gravel driveway, the property provides accommodation on one level and comprises: entrance vestibule, impressive dining room on open plan to the reception hall, grand 30' drawing room (former ballroom) with inglenook fireplace, 25' bay windowed sitting / family room (all with 'period' fireplaces), master bedroom with newly refitted ensuite bathroom (shower enclosure), two further double bedrooms (one with ensuite bathroom), study/dressing room, generous kitchen with fitted appliances, utility room and bathroom. Gas fired central heating system. Alarm system.
The extensive grounds incorporate two garages (one used as a garden store) and are well screened from Abercromby Street East.
The property is adjacent to some of Helensburgh's finest homes and is well placed for access to Upper Helensburgh railway station, bowling club and other transport services (less than 250 yards away).
Abercromby Street East is located less than one mile from Helensburgh Central railway station, half a mile from Hermitage primary school (under two miles from Hermitage Academy) and the co-educational Lomond school.
Situated on the northern shore of the river Clyde, Helensburgh is surrounded by unspoiled scenery and offers an excellent train service to Glasgow, Dumbarton and Edinburgh. The birth place of John Logie Baird, the town provides places of historic and cultural interest and has been enhanced by the re-generation of its town centre with extensive street landscaping and river frontage.
The town offers a wide variety of shops, Waitrose supermarket, health care services, churches, banks, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, leisure centre and swimming pool. Sports and recreational facilities within the town include: rugby, tennis, bowling, football, golf and sailing clubs.
Rhu marina and the Royal Northern and Clyde sailing club are located less than 3 miles away.
EER Band E
From central Helensburgh proceed north along the A818 Sinclair Street. Turn right after Hermitage Park into Abercromby Street East. Continue for around 100 yards. No. 3 lies on the left hand side.