Property description
A bespoke detached villa within secluded tree-lined gardens. 26' x 15' lounge, dining room, family room, 5 bedrooms (one used as home office), kitchen, 2 bathrooms, wc, utility room. Gas c/h. Double garage. Fabulous deck - loch views. EER Band D
Glebe Cottage is a bespoke, architect designed detached family home built in 1969 and extended in 2000.
Nestling in one of this desirable conservation village's cherished addresses, this impressive detached villa is privately set within around a quarter of an acre of secluded tree - lined grounds and affords wonderful south westerly views over the Gareloch and beyond to the Rosneath peninsula.
Cleverly designed, the house is perfectly suited for entertaining and family occasions offering a 26' south-westerly facing lounge with patio doors leading to a full width (26') hardwood built balcony, both taking full advantage of the spectacular views.
The adaptable layout offers further potential for extension and is well suited to the demands of modern family life with excellent public space and sizeable bedrooms contained within an aesthetically pleasing building.
Glebe Cottage is complemented by a broad ranging specification which includes: quality fitted double glazed windows, double glazed patio and French doors, built-in wardrobes, two separate central heating systems, down-lighting, limed oak fitted kitchen, functional fireplace with open hearth, two large floored and lined attic areas, two bathrooms, impressive 26' x 15' integral double garage with ample work space, east and westerly facing sun terraces and large driveway providing off- road parking for several cars.
The accommodation comprises: entrance vestibule, reception hall partially open plan to the dining room, magnificent 26' lounge with fitted Tapley book/display shelving, family/sitting room with functional stone fireplace, three downstairs double bedrooms, fitted kitchen, large utility room with 'Belfast' styled sink, walk-in store room and bathroom. The feature timber staircase leads to the upper floor which offers an impressive master bedroom with wonderful views of the Gareloch, en-suite dressing room, 5th double bedroom, family bathroom with double shower enclosure, additional WC and two large attic areas which provide exceptionally useful storage space and possible scope for adaption into living areas.
The mature grounds provide a private, pleasant child-friendly environment and feature a monobloc terrace, mature trees, dry stone walls, greenhouse, shed and off road parking for several cars.
Lying two miles to the west of Helensburgh, the desirable coastal village of Rhu is renowned for its community spirit. The village provides a reputable primary school, the Ardencaple Hotel, Rhu Inn, parish church, post office, general store, park, marina and is home to the Royal Northern and Clyde yacht club.
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 for both children and adults alike include: rugby, cricket, tennis, bowling, football, golf and sailing clubs.
Glasgow - 35 miles Glasgow Airport - 24 miles Loch Lomond - 8 miles
EER Band D
| Lounge | 26' x 15' (7.92m x 4.57m).
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| Dining room | 12'10" x 10'8" (3.91m x 3.25m).
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| Sitting / family room | 14'7" x 12'4" (4.45m x 3.76m).
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| Bedroom 1 | 14'9" (4.5m) x 13'7" (4.14m) reducing to 11'7" (3.53m).
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| Ensuite dressing room | 8'1" x 4'9" (2.46m x 1.45m).
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| Bedroom 5 | 10'9" x 9' (3.28m x 2.74m).
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| Bedroom 3 / home office | 14'9" (4.5m) x 9'5" (2.87m) reducing to 8'2" (2.5m).
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| Bedroom 4 | 11'7" x 9'10" (3.53m x 3m).
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| Kitchen | 10'6" x 9'4" (3.2m x 2.84m).
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| Utility room | 11'7" x 9'8" (3.53m x 2.95m).
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| Bathroom 1 | 11'3" (3.43m) x 7'9" (2.36m) reducing to 6' (1.83m).
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| Bathroom 2 | 7'8" x 6'4" (2.34m x 1.93m).
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| WC | 5'10" x 5'4" (1.78m x 1.63m).
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| Attic store room 1 | 19'7" (5.97m) reducing to 14'4" (4.37m) x 12'7" (3.84m).
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| Attic store room 2 | 22' x 12'7" (6.7m x 3.84m).
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| Garage | 26' x 18' (7.92m x 5.49m).
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From central Helensburgh proceed west along the A814. On entering the village of Rhu turn right opposite the marina into Pier Road. Proceed to the end and turn right at the mini round-about into Station Road. Proceed for around 100 yards - Glebe Cotage lies on the left hand side.