The Grey House, 70 Muirs, Kinross, Perth and Kinross, KY13

A traditional family home with a large private garden, centrally located in the respected county town of Kinross. Within walking distance of the amenities the town has to offer.

The Grey House, originally built in 1926, was extended in 2015 to include a spacious garden room. The property offers 239 m² of flexible living space, featuring three public rooms, four bedrooms, and a dining kitchen.

Notable highlights of The Grey House include an impressive entrance vestibule and a welcoming reception hall. A restored staircase leads to a mid-landing illuminated by a bay window. The well-proportioned public rooms retain features such as bay windows, high ceilings with ornate cornicing, a dining-sized kitchen and large garden room with double doors opening to the private and mature grounds.

The Grey House has an unusual, curved entrance vestibule with a coat hanging cupboard, leading to a welcoming reception hall. The beautiful timber staircase rises to a mid-landing illuminated by a bay window above the vestibule. The exceptional quality of the woodwork is evident throughout, with the staircase, internal doors, and timber facings all beautifully restored, leaving a lasting impression.

The sitting room has an oil-fired stove set into a stone surround, along with a press cupboard and book shelving. The formal dining room includes a bay window and a built-in drinks cupboard. The office, which connects the hall to the kitchen, features an open display cupboard and an arched recess with a window, perfect for a computer desk.

The spacious dining kitchen is well-appointed with modern base and wall-mounted units in a gloss cream finish, pan drawers, tiled splashbacks with concealed lighting, an inset sink, and a breakfast peninsula. Integrated appliances include a double oven, gas hob, microwave oven, dishwasher, and fridge freezer. Additional utility space includes a sink with a window above and an external door to the garage. The adjoining utility cupboard has plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer. The gas boiler, replaced in 2023, is also located here.

The kitchen opens to an attractive garden room with windows on two sides and patio doors with side screens leading to the private garden. There is plenty of space for a dining table and chairs.
There are two double bedrooms on the ground floor which are served by a fully modernized shower room with underfloor heating and extensive wall tiling.

The feature staircase has a mid-landing and dormer window to the front and provides access to two further bedrooms, one with an en suite shower room. The master bedroom includes a dormer window, built-in wardrobes, and an en suite bathroom with underfloor heating, a towel radiator and a Velux window.

Kinross is a charming county town with a diverse array of local amenities. These include shops, professional services, a primary school, Kinross High School and Loch Leven Community Campus. The town also features restaurants, several hotels, a curling rink, a supermarket, and two golf courses.
Several prestigious private schools are within easy reach, such as Dollar Academy, Glenalmond, Strathallan, Craigclowan, and St Leonards.

The Loch Leven Heritage Trail is a unique 13-mile circular path that connects the area's natural, historic, and cultural heritage. Loch Leven is famous for its excellent brown trout fishing and Loch Leven Castle, where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned from 1567 until her escape in 1568. The stunning surrounding countryside offers superb opportunities for walking, cycling, and riding. St Andrews, known as the 'Home of Golf,' is approximately 31 miles to the east.

Kinross is conveniently located with quick access to both Perth and Edinburgh via the M90. The town offers a Park and Ride service with regular express coach services to Edinburgh and Perth. Additionally, there is a train station at Inverkeithing with services to both Haymarket and Edinburgh Waverley, along with another Park and Ride service. Edinburgh Airport, located on the western edge of Edinburgh, provides a wide range of domestic and international flights.

Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage.

A tarmacadam driveway from Muirs provides parking for several vehicles together with a turning space. The driveway leads to a single detached garage to the side of the house.

The garden to the front of The Grey House has scattered planting and a mature hedge providing privacy. The large and impressive rear garden is approximately 36m x 25m and is fully
enclosed with part wall and timber fencing. There is a large lawn with paved pathways, extensively stocked and colourful borders with further scattered planting. There is a timber shed and compost storage areas. The garden is tree lined to the rear, affording a great deal of privacy.

Leaving the M90 at Junction 6, as you enter Kinross take the first turning on the left into Springfield Road. Follow this road until you reach the T junction and turn left onto Muirs. After approximately 200 yards, the entrance to The Grey House is on your left, accessed through entrance pillars.

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All fitted floor coverings and integrated kitchen appliance are included in the sale. The light fitting above the breakfasting peninsular unit and the small statue at the front entrance are specifically excluded from the sale.