Bridge Of Lyon Cottage, Fortingall, Aberfeldy, Perth and Kinross, PH15

Traditional and sympathetically extended cottage in beautiful rural Perthshire, including a paddock of about 2.3 acres, river frontage and fishing rights (excluding salmon). About 3.9 acres in all

Bridge of Lyon Cottage, originally dating back to 1830, was sympathetically extended in 2000. Its picturesque location on the banks of the River Lyon includes fishing rights (excluding salmon). The addition of a large garden room at the rear, completed in 2020, takes full advantage of the stunning views over the river, the bridge, and the hills beyond.

Accommodation
A glazed entrance porch opens into a hallway with a stone-tiled floor, illuminated by natural light from a Velux window above. From here, you can access the first two en suite bedrooms. The master bedroom features double doors that open onto a spacious timber decked seating area. The hallway also includes a WC with wash basin and a large storage cupboard. At the far end is a glazed door to the large garden room, which offers stunning views of the river.

The living room features windows at both ends, allowing for ample natural light, and a wood-burning stove set within a stone fireplace with a slate hearth. An additional door leads to an inner hallway, providing access back to the garden room.

The kitchen offers ample space for a breakfast table and chairs. It has a number of base and wall-mounted units, along with an oil-fired Aga that also heats the hot water system, supported by an electric immersion switch. The tiled walls and floor, combined with windows on two sides, create a bright and welcoming atmosphere. There's also additional space for a dishwasher and a freestanding fridge freezer.

There are two further bedrooms and a family bathroom to complete the ground floor accommodation.

On the upper floor, is a spacious room with a vaulted ceiling and a wood-burning stove set on a slate hearth and back panel. Double doors open to a balcony with stunning river views, and there's ample space for a home office. The addition of a fully functional kitchen, complete with floor and wall units, space for a slot-in cooker, dishwasher, and fridge, makes this room versatile for various purposes.

As its name suggests, Bridge of Lyon Cottage sits in a tranquil rural setting on the banks of the river, surrounded by the stunning scenery of Glen Lyon. Nearby lies the village of Fortingall, a charming Arts and Crafts village, hotel and church designed by the Scottish architect JamesMacLaren, now known to have influenced the work of Rennie MacIntosh and Robert Lorimer. In the churchyard, you'll find the famous Fortingall Yew, believed to be one of the oldest living things in Europe. Every summer there is the popular Fortingall Art Exhibition.

Aberfeldy is the nearest main centre and the focus for a very active local community. Essential services provided, include a health centre, chemist, optician, dentist, and residential care for older people. There is a Veterinary practice a variety of quality shops and a post office. The well-regarded Breadalbane Community Campus, provides education from nursery through to sixth year secondary. It also provides community leisure facilities including a swimming pool, gym and squash courts. The community owned Birks Cinema provides a range of films, café and other facilities and the community run Information Centre can help to introduce you to the area. About 24 miles away is Pitlochry with its renowned Festival Theatre and a mainline railway station. The county town of Perth is 40 miles to the south.

The area offers easy access to a wide range of recreational activities, including golf on several nine and 18-hole courses, water sports on lochs and rivers, climbing, and walking, with several Munros nearby, and football and rugby, and annual highland games and shows.

The main attraction of the area is its breathtaking scenery, with many of Scotland's most famous beauty spots, including Glen Lyon, Kenmore and the Scottish Crannog Centre on Loch Tay, The Falls of Dochart, The Queen’s View at Loch Tummel, the Pass of Killiecrankie, Schiehallion, and Ben Lawers.

Mains electricity and solar roof panel, mains water, drainage to two private septic tanks within the boundaries. The cottage is heated by electric panel heaters and an electric underfloor system.

Bridge of Lyon Cottage is equipped with sixteen solar roof panels, complemented by three storage batteries to ensure efficient personal energy consumption

The mature and well-kept garden grounds run along the riverbank on the east boundary. There is a large single garage and wood store, and a timber garden shed. The large timber seating area makes for a lovely entertaining space and there is ample parking for multiple vehicles.

In addition to the garden ground, there is a paddock extending to about 2.3 acres which includes a strip of woodland which runs along the riverbank.

General Remarks
Bridge of Lyon Cottage is equipped with sixteen solar roof panels, complemented by three storage batteries to ensure efficient personal energy consumption.

From Kemore village, travelling along the A827 along the north shore of Loch Tay, on reaching the end of Fearnan village, turn right towards Fortingall. Continue on this road for about 1.52 miles and the entrance to Bridge of Lyon Cottage is on the right immediate before the road bends to cross the bridge over the river.

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The fitted flooring, blinds and integrated appliances are included in the sale.