Property description
Blink Bonny Cottage, in the coastal village of Ardentinny, sits on the banks of Loch Long and is surrounded by the natural beauty that this spectacular part of Argyll is renowned for. Recently upgraded internally, literally a stones throw away from the loch and boasting three bedrooms, large sitting room, dining kitchen, utility room, bathroom and front and back gardens with driveway this end terraced property really is a perfect family home, holiday let or full-time residence, in a truly idyllic location.
Situated on the shores of Loch Long approximately 12 miles from Dunoon, picturesque Ardentinny is a quiet and peaceful village surrounded by water, countryside and rolling hills and, as such, is perfect for escaping the rat race that comes with modern life. Neighbouring villages include Blairmore, Strone and Kilmun and the area boasts a beach with picnic area, golf course, bowling club, quad-biking, several pubs, cafes and restaurants, schools, playparks and medical centre. A regular bus service makes the many amenities of Dunoon easily accessible and the ferries to Gourock, with rail and coach links, mean that Glasgow city centre is little more than an hour away, with Glasgow Airport, Braehead Shopping Centre and Greenock even closer.
Accommodation
Lower Floor – Sitting Room, Dining Kitchen, Utility Room, Bathroom and Bedroom
Upper Floor – 2 Double Bedrooms
Directions
Ardentinny is approximately 25 minutes drive from Dunoon and can be reached by travelling along the country lane that sits on the banks of Loch Long. Blink Bonny is the first cottage in a small row of four just after the Ardentinny Hotel and immediately before the pretty village church.
Access
The property can be accessed by either the pedestrian gate which opens up to reveal the pathway to the front porch or the vehicular entrance where the driveway leads to the path and on to the cottage.
Entrance Porch
3.39m x 1.25m
The good sized entrance porch is perfect for leaving those wet or muddy outdoor clothes and footwear after an exhilarating walk in either the beach across the road or the hills behind the property. Modern UPVC / glazed doors and windows allow plenty of light in and a traditional wooden double door separates the porch from the inner hallway.
LOWER FLOOR
Hallway
The hallway provides access to the sitting room on the right, bathroom, dining kitchen on the left and the stairs to the upper floor. The hall also benefits by a large walk-in storage cupboard.
Sitting Room
6.32m x 4.51m
Large loch-facing room offering glorious views of the water and hills beyond. The room has plenty of character including the open fire set in feature fire surround, to the functioning shutters at the sash windows and the traditional wooden door. New radiators, plenty of plug points, TV aerial and wall lights. Leads to bedroom 3 / study.
Bedroom 3 / Study
3.49m x 2.72m
Off the sitting room and, as such, ideal as a third bedroom, guest room or study. Window to the rear, wooden flooring and radiator.
Bathroom
2.79m x 2.58m
Well positioned in the hallway between the sitting room and dining kitchen. Good sized room consisting of white bath, wash-hand basin and WC. Window, with deep sill to the rear, wooden floors, ceiling light, radiator and big storage cupboard.
Dining Kitchen
4.54m x 3.65m
To the left side of the hallway. Large room which could be utilised purely as a dining room, or TV room or turned into a cosy country-style kitchen. Dual aspect with windows to the front and side, wooden floor, and already fitted with some wall and base units. There is ample room for white goods, cooker etc and table and chairs for several people. Wall and ceiling lights, radiator and plenty of plug points.
Utility Room
4.32m x 2.28m
A small step up from the dining kitchen is already a fully functioning kitchen should you choose to use the room mentioned above solely as a dining room. Currently, the room has white wall and base units with black worktops and splashback, sink, cooker and is plumbed for a washing machine. Two skylights and a side window allow plenty of light and a door opens up to the back garden. The utility room also houses the boiler.
UPPER FLOOR
A carpeted staircase, with wooden banister, winds to the upper floor where there are two double bedrooms and a recessed area set in the upper hallway.
Bedroom 1
6.08m x 3.01m
Long bedroom with fantastic loch views to the front and Velux window overlooking the garden at the back. Two ceiling lights, radiator.
Bedroom 2
3.75m x 3.65m
Smaller than Bedroom 1 but still a decent sized double room. Also with window to the front and Velux at the back. Ceiling light and radiator.
Gardens and Driveway
The cottage has the luxury of front and back gardens and private driveway for several cars, boat etc to turn and park. The front garden has lawn either side of the pathway and is sprinkled with bushes and shrubs. A table and chairs would finish the front lawn off, as well as offering an ideal place to sit and chill and take in the beautiful vista on offer.
The back garden has a courtyard area immediately to the rear of the house which could be used in any number of ways – additional parking, barbecue, storage table and chairs etc. Steps, on two sides of the courtyard, lead to the enclosed lawned area which also has trees and shrubs ensuring complete privacy. The back garden also has a large wooden shed which is ideal for storing garden furniture and tools and could also double up as a workshop. The views of the hills and water from the back garden is also fantastic and a perfect place to relax, have a glass of wine and take of the peace and tranquillity of the surroundings.
Other
Should the new owner have, or would like, horses then the local BHS Approved Livery Yard, Dun Daraich Stables, offers equestrian services at very reasonable rates.
EPC RATING - G
Property Features :
- Large 3 Bed Cottage
- Stunning Shore-Side Setting
- Front and Back Gardens with Driveway
- Upgraded Internally
- Gas Heating