Portsonachan, Dalmally, Argyll

Situated in a picturesque and secluded location,
close to the shores of Loch Awe, Upper Sonachan offers buyers an opportunity to acquire a modernised farmhouse that has scope for development with stunning surroundings.

The property is offered with approximately 300
metres of rarely available loch shore access, with suitable space for a pier and/or boathouse with easy access to the road, subject to any necessary permissions.

The farmhouse currently operates as a holiday let under the current ownership and comprises 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and various utilitarian
rooms. The award-winning property has a well-designed open-plan living area on the ground
floor which provides a spacious living room,
kitchen and dining area in which you can relax and enjoy the stunning views of Loch Awe and the surrounding area.

Upper Sonachan provides an array of opportunities for a wide range of buyers including use as an attractive family home, a holiday let or smallholding and the development of further residential or holiday let properties subject to obtaining the necessary planning consent, all in the heart of Argyll. Prospective purchasers can access a range of activities on their doorstep including boating, swimming, paddleboarding and fishing.

Upper Sonachan Farmhouse
A recently renovated, yet traditional former
farmhouse of stone and slate construction, this
well-appointed property is situated in an elevated
position on the southern bank of Loch Awe with exceptional views over the loch towards Argyll's tallest mountain, Ben Cruachan, and the
surrounding glens. Upper Sonachan Farmhouse
provides comfortable and spacious accommodation
in an idyllic setting over two floors, as follows:

Ground Floor
Open plan living room, dining room and kitchen
with wood-burning stove and a bedroom. There is
also a utility area that includes washing machine
and dryer that can be used as a general store. The
ground floor also has a sizeable rear porch/utility
area adjacent to the kitchen ideal for jackets and
boots, and a shower room with separate bath and
shower.

First Floor
Two double bedrooms and a twin bedroom, all
with magnificent views to the north over Loch Awe. There is also a family bathroom with separate shower.

Outbuildings
The outbuildings at Upper Sonachan comprise
a mixture of traditional steading buildings and a
corrugated metal barn with an additonal covered
barn or garage area, The buildings may be suitable
for development, subject to obtaining planning
consent.

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The buildings are described in more detail below:

Traditional Steading (approx. 238 sq m)
The steading is of stone and timber frame
construction, clad with a mix of slate and
corrugated iron roofing. Roofing repairs have been
undertaken by the current owner in recent years.
Although the steading has been used for
agricultural purposes under the current ownership,
there is an opportunity to develop further holiday
let accommodation subject to obtaining planning
consent.

Barn (approx. 77 sq m)
A corrugated metal barn is positioned to the
southwest of Upper Sonachan Farmhouse and
provides additional general-purpose storage.

Sport and Amenity
With direct access to Loch Awe, fishing for an array of species, including trout and pike, is available on the doorstep. For those less interested in traditional field sports there is an opportunity to enjoy a wide range of water sports including boating, waterskiing, paddleboarding and wild swimming.

Upper Sonachan is located in a wonderfully
secluded and picturesque part of Scotland, in the heart of Argyll. Due to the elevated position, the property enjoys panoramic views of the
surrounding landscape.

Loch Awe supports an enormous and diverse range of wildlife, with osprey, sea eagle and golden eagle all seen around Loch Awe. The white-tailed eagle has been seen fishing in Loch Awe following their reintroduction to the Isle of Mull in recent years.

Upper Sonachan is located 31 miles southeast of Oban and is situated a short drive from the village of Dalmally on the eastern bank of Loch Awe.

Local amenities within striking distance along the lochside include a hotel, which has a popular restaurant and bar, and a popular local pub where bar meals are available. St James's Episcopalian church is located at Ardbrecknish.

Local towns and villages include Dalmally (8 miles) which has a shop, railway station, primary school and doctor's surgery and Inverary (12 miles) which has a range of shops, restaurants and pubs. Slightly further afield, Oban (31 miles) is one of the principal towns on the west coast and is renowned for its attractive sea front, busy harbour and its marvellous sailing waters. It is also well-known as the “Gateway to the Isles” with the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry terminal serving the Inner Hebrides, as well as Barra and South Uist.
The town has a wide range of shops, leisure facilities, bars, restaurants and professional offices as well as a railway station. The local area provides an ideal opportunity to enjoy rural living with stunning scenery and an abundance of wildlife - including otters, deer, red squirrels and birds of prey – as well as the benefits of town amenities a short drive away.