Property description
Completely renovated and refurbished four bedroom villa in the most enviable of shore-side positions in the sought after village of Strone. As well as the four bedrooms, one of which is en-suite, the property has loch facing family and sitting rooms, dining room, kitchen, sunroom, family bathroom, and downstairs shower room. Further benefits include the private garden which has direct access to the shore, driveway with parking for several vehicles and a coach house which, although in need of some attention, is wind and water tight. Must be seen to be fully appreciated, Rockbank would make an ideal family or holiday home set in a truly idyllic setting.
The picturesque village of Strone is surrounded by natural beauty, sits on the banks of the Holy Loch and has outstanding views, not only of the loch and the Firth of Clyde, but also the surrounding hills and countryside. The area, which is approximately eight miles from Dunoon and on the edge of Scotland’s First National Park, is well served with a post office / mini market, hotel, pub, golf and bowling clubs, medical centre, churches and a fantastic primary school. The popular, and ever expanding, Holy Loch Marina is just a few minutes drive away at the other side of the loch.
There is also a regular bus service to Dunoon making the supermarkets, shops, hairdressers, eateries, pubs, sports and sailing clubs and cinema etc easily accessible. In addition, there are two ferries to Gourock with rail and coach links meaning 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, Family Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Sunroom, Bedroom, and Shower Room
Upper Floor – Three Double Bedrooms (one with En-Suite) and Family Bathroom
Directions
The property is approximately 7.5 miles from Dunoon town centre on the stretch of road known as Midge Lane in Strone. Seafield is on the waters-edge side of the road.
Access
Rockbank is accessed by the driveway at the side of the coach house, which leads to the parking area.
Entrance
The property can be entered by the main door at the front of the property, the door from the driveway which opens to the lower hallway or into the utility section of the kitchen, also from the driveway.
LOWER FLOOR
Hallway
The classic entrance hallway has many features including high ceilings and cornice and stretches from front to back of the house and leads to the all rooms on the lower floor with the exception of the kitchen, which is accessed from the family or dining room, and the sunroom, off the kitchen. Solid wooden flooring, wall and ceiling lights, two radiators and under-stairs cupboard. Staircase leads to the upper floor.
Sitting Room
4.03m x 4.12m
Elegant sitting room with stunning sea views through the large window that also overlooks the garden. Wooden floor, stove set in feature fireplace, shelved alcove with cupboard under and ceiling light set within ceiling rose.
Family Room
4.85m x 4.17m
Another good sized room with unrestricted views of the Holy Loch and the countryside beyond. Again, with many features such as ceiling rose, cornice, wooden flooring and stove set in feature fireplace, this room is ideal as a family or TV room. Leads to the kitchen.
Dining Room
3.68m x 2.82m
Overlooking the courtyard at the rear. Accessed through the hallway and also the kitchen. Wooden flooring, ceiling light and radiator.
Kitchen
7.99m x 1.64m
Long kitchen which incorporates a utility area and is accessed from both the family and dining rooms and leads to the sunroom at the front of the property. Wall and base units on one side stretch the length of the kitchen. Integrated appliances, gas cooker with extractor, Velux windows all along the ceiling and wooden flooring further enhance the room.
The utility area is up a small step from the kitchen and currently houses the boiler, washing machine and dryer and has a door to the back courtyard.
Sunroom
3.27m x 1.69m
Accessed from the kitchen internally and the front garden externally. Wooden flooring, glazed doors, roof and windows on one side. Space for table and chairs.
Bedroom 4
4.08m x 3.63m
Double bedroom which could also be utilised as a guest room or study. Window to courtyard, wooden flooring, ceiling light, radiator, shelved alcove.
Shower Room
1.76m x 1.73m
Well positioned near bedroom 4 and the dining room. Comprising white WC and wash-hand basin and curved corner walk-in shower cubicle with power shower. Tiled floor, part-tiled walls, ceiling light and extractor. Window to the rear.
Classic, carpeted staircase with iron spindles and wooden banister winds to the upper floor with a good sized storage cupboard and Velux window at the half landing.
UPPER FLOOR
Hallway
Carpeted upper hallway provides access to the three bedrooms, family bathroom and the attic. Ceiling light and radiator.
Bedroom 1
4.16m x 3.69m
Front facing double room with large en-suite and walk-in dressing room. Radiator, ceiling light, carpet and outstanding views from the window which overlooks the garden, Holy Loch, the Firth of Clyde and the hills and countryside.
En-Suite
3.63m x 2.05m
Modern en-suite consisting of white bath with mixer taps, his-and-hers wash-hand basins and large walk-in corner shower. Dual aspect with windows to rear and side, both with deep sills, wooden flooring, spotlights. Luxury room to unwind after a hard day.
Dressing Room
2.81m x 2.25m
Carpeted walk-in dressing room with window to the front and ceiling light.
Bedroom 2
4.30m x 3.54m
Window to the front. Carpet, ceiling light, radiator. Cam ceilings either side of window.
Bedroom 3
4.30m x 3.54m
Dual aspect with windows to the side and rear ensuring that plenty of natural light streams in. Ceiling light, radiator and carpet.
Bathroom
3.57m x 1.56m
White suite comprising curved bath with mixer taps along one wall, WC and wash-hand basin. Wooden floor with part tiled /part wood panelling walls, spotlights and radiator.
Gardens
With stunning views of the Holy Loch, the Firth of Clyde and the surrounding countryside, the front garden stretches from the house to the waters-edge where a gate, with direct access to the shore, bisects the stone wall. Made up of lawn and a plethora of colourful bushes, trees and shrubs and pathways at either side which descend to the shore. Nearer the house there is a patio area which is perfect for alfresco dining, your morning coffee or just taking in the magnificent vista on offer.
The courtyard at the back of the property is laid with chipped stones and has room for several cars, boats etc to park and turn. This area also houses the gas tank discreetly behind a fence.
The front can be reached from the courtyard by the pathway at the side of the house.
Coach House
Situated at the road-side of the property. Over three levels and, although currently wind and water tight, is in need of renovation.
EPC - E
Property Features :
- South-facing Villa in Shore-side Setting
- Completely Renovated But With Many Original Features Retained
- 4 Double Bedrooms + 3 Reception Rooms
- Bathroom, Shower Room and En-suite
- Coach House, Private Gardens and Driveway