Cruachan Apartment, Sonachan House, Dalmally, Argyll and Bute, PA33

An opportunity to acquire a well presented two-bedroom first floor flat, set in a peaceful, rural location, offering wonderful views across the local countryside and within a minute’s walk from the banks of Loch Awe.

Situated within Sonachan House, a majestic property located on the picturesque banks of Loch Awe,Cruachan Apartment offers buyers and opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented two-bedroom firstfloor apartment, a wonderful property set in a much sought after area of Argyll.

The property is entered from the front elevation, with a communal entrance hall leading to the maindoor. The doorway opens into a spacious central hall, in turn, giving access to each room within the property. To the left of the hall, a combined kitchen and dining room enjoys a rustic feel. Exposed timber flooring compliments the neutral decor, giving the room a bright and airy feel. An eight seater dining table is position centrally within the room, ideal for entertaining family and friends. The kitchen features wooden cabinets, with a combination of solid wooden and stainless worktops. A dual Belfast sink sits within the kitchen design, while a storage cupboard in the corner of the kitchen houses a modern hot water heating cylinder.

Positioned across the hallway, a spacious family lounge enjoys far-reaching views out across the front gardens to the surrounding countryside. A multi-fuel stove sits within the decorative fire surround, offering warmth and comfort in equal measure. This spacious room enjoys a welcoming feel, with a carefully chosen selection of furnishings offering a comfortable place to sit and relax.

Accommodation is provided by way of two double bedrooms, each generously proportioned. A thirdroom houses bunkbeds, offering overflow accommodation. This room could also be utilised as a home office or study, as required.

The property has been sympathetically maintained over the years, retaining many of the originalfeatures of its era. A combination of high ceilings and decorative cornices gives a sentence of grandeur, seldom seen in residential apartments in the region. Given the iconic location on the banks of Loch Awe, the property would make an ideal holiday home. Also positioned off the hallway, a shower room features a stylish walk in shower design, a large window floods the room with natural daylight, offering views across to Ben Cruachan.

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The grounds of Sonachan House are truly something to behold. Accessed from the road by a sweeping driveway, parking is available to the front of the property.

The grounds slope down, giving access to the waters’ edge, ideal for those adventurous enough to engage in water-sport activities. Various pathways lead through the woodland, offering pleasant walks, an ideal opportunity to spot wildlife.

Cruachan Apartment is located within Sonachan House, a late 18th Century mansion house set in a large area of beautiful parkland, enjoying outstanding views over Loch Awe and Ben Cruachan. The property is located close to the southern shoreline of Loch Awe alongside the B840 single-track public road.

Loch Awe is one of Scotland's most beautiful lochs. It is approximately 23 miles long and is home to a variety of freshwater fish including salmon, brown trout, rainbow trout, pike and perch. In addition, the loch holds the British record for the largest rod-caught wild brown trout. There is an active community along the lochside. The area welcomes visitors and new residents into the community and encourages them to participate in the many local activities.

Local amenities include a popular hotel, boat hire company, two churches and a village hall.

The village of Dalmally is approximately 9 miles away and supports its own doctor, pharmacy and post office, police station and fire station. It also has a primary school. There is a scenic 9-hole golf course and a hotel popular with both visitors and locals alike. Dalmally railway station offers convenient links to Oban and Glasgow.

The historic town of Inveraray is approximately 14 miles away and provides a range of day-to-day services and facilities. Inveraray is the home of Inveraray Castle, the seat of the Duke of Argyll.

The principal town of Oban is approximately 33 miles away and has a full range of shopping, recreational facilities, banks, building societies, a high school and professional offices. Oban is an expanding port with an attractive sea front and busy harbour from which the Caledonian MacBrayne ferries operate serving the Inner Hebrides and some of the Outer Hebrides.

Specifications for the property include shared private water, shared private drainage, mains electricity, electric heating, wood burning stove, BT phone and internet connectivity.

The grounds of Sonachan House are truly something to behold. Accessed from the road by a sweeping driveway, parking is available to the front of the property.

The grounds slope down, giving access to the waters’ edge, ideal for those adventurous enough to engage in water-sport activities. Various pathways lead through the woodland, offering pleasant walks, an ideal opportunity to spot wildlife.

From Glasgow Airport take the A82 Loch Lomond road to Tarbet. Fork left on the A83 to Inveraray. At Inveraray turn right onto the A819 signposted to Dalmally and Oban. Follow this road north for approximately 9 miles until you see the signpost for Cladich (B840). Turn left down the hill to the turning to Portsonachan. Continue for approximately 4 miles along the single-track road until you come to Sonachan House.

Travelling from Oban, continue through the villages of Connel, Taynuilt and Lochawe until you reach Dalmally golf course (on the left hand side) then take the right turn signposted to Inveraray (A819).

Continue along the Dalmally/Inveraray road for approximately 6 miles until you see the signpost for Cladich. Turn right and continue through Cladich to the turning to Portsonachan. Sonachan House is approximately 2 miles from the turning on the right hand side.

Turn into the main drive and follow around the front of the house to the side and turn right into the drive. Parking is available outside the entrance door to the stairwell.

Fixtures and Fittings to be included in this sale by express agreement.