Islay Kerr House, Dumbarton
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- PROPERTY TYPE
Duplex
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
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Freehold
Key features
- Generously proportioned 3 bedroom & 2 public first and upper floor duplex apartment
- Extremely high specification throughout
- Entrance hall, lounge, open plan kitchen/dining
- Three bedrooms, WC, ensuite & bathroom
- Double Glazed sealed units. Gas Fired Central Heating
- Parking provision at Helenslee Road & Kirkton Grove
- Set in private grounds within the conservation area of Kirktonhill
- Within easy walking distance of the renowned Levengrove Park
- Convenient location for all amenities and transport links
- No forward chain
Description
This grand mansion was originally built to house the family of wealthy merchants during the Victorian era. The private Keil School took ownership of various properties within the Kirktonhill area, west of the town. Islay Kerr was at one time used as the headmaster’s house and then latterly as boarding accommodation for the students. Following the schools closure Islay Kerr House was purchased along with the other main school buildings and the surrounding land for residential development. The conversion of the mansion established four luxurious apartments and an annexed mews home. Apartment 1/2 offers an extremely high interior specification as well as its own private garden ground surrounding.
The property on offer is to an exceptionally high standard with bright fresh modern décor and quality floor coverings throughout.
The original entrance foyer of the building provides communal access to the four apartments within the mansion house.
Accommodation (First Floor)
Bright welcoming entrance hallway with access to all lower apartments and staircase to the attic level. Generously proportioned sitting room with twin aspect windows. Modern professionally designed and fitted kitchen with wall and base units incorporating integrated hob, oven, extractor hood, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and coffee machine. Open plan to dining area with space for table and chairs. Good sized public room currently being utilised as a home gym. Cloakroom with WC and basin.
Accommodation (Upper Level)
Spacious landing. Three bedrooms all benefiting from storage and skylight windows. Bedroom one is of a generous size and has the added luxury of a modern ensuite shower room. Bathroom with white four piece suite of WC, wash hand basin, bath and separate enclosed shower cubicle.
The property also benefits from gas central heating and double glazing.
Garden & Parking
Garden area to the rear of the property shared with one other flat and communal gardens to the front.
Private parking via electric gates from Helenslee Road and further parking bays at the front of the building on Kirkton Grove.
Surrounding Area
The much sought after conservation area of Kirktonhill is to the south west of Dumbarton, adjacent to the notable Levengrove Park with its many attractions, family leisure facilities and all year round floral gardens. The two rivers of Leven and Clyde are within 5 minutes of the property.The surrounding properties are mainly detached traditional and modern family homes of a similar high calibre.
Amenities:Dumbarton offers excellent commuter links to major towns and cities within the central belt of Scotland. 6 trains per hour leave Dumbarton's 3 railway stations to Glasgow City Centre a mere 25 minute journey. The town is well served by pre-school nurseries and state schools. Primary schools are within 10 to 15 minute walk. Private schooling is available in Helensburgh ( 8 miles ) and Glasgow (14 miles).
For retail therapy Dumbarton High Street and St James retail park boast many well known stores while for the ultimate shopping and visitor experience, Loch Lomond shores is within 5 miles.Nearby:The towns of Helensburgh, Clydebank and Balloch offer further retail and leisure activities. Loch Lomond with its many attractions and worldwide reputation for breath taking scenery is a mere 10 minute drive. For the sports enthusiast the area is well served with golf courses, including Loch Lomond, Cardross and The Carrick. Water sports at Loch Lomond and River Clyde, hill-walking and angling all nearby.
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- Band: F
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Islay Kerr House, Dumbarton
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Dalreoch Station0.4 miles
- Dumbarton Central Station0.7 miles
- Dumbarton East Station1.1 miles
About the agent
David Muir Estate Agents is a 32 year old family owned business, established in 1992. Our reputation is paramount and we continue to maintain extremely high standards. To this aim we are proud to be members of NAEA Propertymark and as such abide by strict rules of conduct and ethics ensuring maximum protection for clients, as well as a commitment to staff training, development and new technology.
Our senior staff has unrivalled experience and knowledge acquired over many years of living
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