Unique and brimming with character, The Pier House in Tighnabruaich is one of those properties that rarely appear on the open market and when they do, always generates a huge amount of interest! Slightly quirky, but totally charismatic, it provides the chance to live the lifestyle that others can only dream of. As its name suggests, the ‘upside down’ house sits directly above the village pier with the large private balcony offering outstanding, panoramic, views of the Kyles of Bute, a vista shared by most of the rooms in the house. Internally, the open plan lounge / dining / kitchen and music area really must be seen to be fully appreciated and the four bedrooms (two with en-suite) and family bathroom further enhance the property, as does the Scottish Pine flooring, the multi-fuel stove and the garage which can be accessed from the hallway as well as the road outside.. Please note the pier is not included in the sale.
The picturesque villages of Tighnabruaich and Kames sit on Kyles of Bute and are famous for their scenic beauty and sailing waters. The villages benefit from small local independent retailers as well as hotels, cafes and restaurants. The world renowned steamer, PS Waverley, also regularly berths at the pier. The wider area boasts a golf course, tennis court, children’s play area, sailing clubs and the ever expanding, and growing in stature, Portavadie Marina.
Accommodation
Lower Floor – Two Double Bedrooms, one with En-Suite Shower Room, Study / Bedroom 4 and Bathroom
Upper Floor – Open Plan Lounge / Dining Area / Kitchen and Music / Study Area and Double Bedroom with Full En-suite
Access
UPVC / glass door on the shore road opens to small entrance vestibule which has tiled flooring, coat hooks and ceiling light. Windows to the side and over the door ensure plenty of natural light streams in. Door to hallway.
Lower Hallway
The hallway leads to the bathroom, two double bedrooms, study / bedroom 3 and the internal access to the garage. Staircase leads to the upper floor. Two radiators and two ceiling lights.
Bathroom
3.25m x 3.10m
10’8” x 10’2”
L-shaped family bathroom comprising bath with shower over and glass screen, WC and wash-hand basin. Ceiling window plus frosted wall window, radiator, ceiling light and extractor. The bathroom has the bonus of being plumbed for washing machine and dryer.
Bedroom 2 (with En-suite)
4.10m x 3.20m
13’6” x 10’6”
Front facing double room with views of the pier, Kyles of Bute and the Bute hills. Carpet, wall lights, wall mounted heater and timber beams on the ceiling. The L-shaped en-suite shower room (3.30m x 3.20 / 10’10” x 10’6”) has a fully tiled corner shower cubicle, WC and wash-hand basin set in storage units. Window to the front, part tiled walls, two ceiling lights, wall light and heater. Access to storage area under stairs.
Bedroom 3
3.95m x 2.35m
13’0” x 7’9”
Double room with window to the shore road side of the house. Carpet, ceiling light and shelving.
Bedroom 4 / Study
3.40m x 2.95m
11’2” x 9’9”
Front facing room that is perfect as a study given the high quality bespoke units and desk that are part of the purchase. Double windows to the water, carpet and wall mounted heater.
Carpeted staircase with wooden spindles and balustrade winds to the upper floor. At the top of the staircase a handy workstation is situated - and with the stunning side views on offer it is sure to well utilised.
Open Plan Living
14.45m x 6.10m
47’5” x 20’1”
The massive open plan living accommodation really has the ‘Wow Factor’!
Once through the feature wooden door from the workstation area you are immediately impressed with the charm, size, layout...and views from this section of the house. The open plan area stretches from the music / study area, through the lounge, dining area and finally to the kitchen. The Scottish Pine flooring, curved ceiling, lengthy windows and multi-fuel stove are all stand outs in a room full of character.
The lounge area has the stove set in slate hearth on top of a tiled floor and with a small segregating fence/seat which encloses the wood storage. The TV and music centre is set into the wall keeping everything neat and tidy and the seating at the window gives yet another angle to enjoy the beauty on the doorstep. There are 3 walk in cupboards that provide a massive amount of storage.
The dining section, situated next to the kitchen, has ample space for a large (8 – 10 people) dining table for formal entertaining or family get-togethers.
The kitchen is well laid out with a wide selection of wooden wall and base units with darker worktops and built-in oven and grill. The impressive oil fired Stanley range also heats the domestic hot water and the 2 zone central heating. There is an island which incorporates a breakfast bar, hob and storage. Further, integrated fridge freezer and dishwasher enhance the kitchen. The door to the balcony can also be found at the kitchen section.
Bedroom 1 (with en-suite)
4.05m x 4.00m
13’4” x 13’2”
Double bedroom at the side with lovely views down the Kyles towards Arran through the long windows that also take in the village. The en-suite (3.35m x 1.80m / 11’0” x 5’11”) has a corner bath, WC, wash-hand basin and corner shower cubicle. Dual aspect with opaque window to the front and clear window to the side.
Balcony
One of the stand out features of The Pier House is the large private balcony. Providing unbeatable views of the Kyles of Bute and the hills and countryside surrounding and overlooking the pier it is hard to imagine anywhere more tranquil.
Garage
Accessed internally from the hallway and externally from the shore road.
Storage
An outhouse is used to store logs for the stove.
Parking
In addition to the garage, there is a car park directly next to the house, which has space for several vehicles.
Services
Mains Water
Drainage - The property is connected to a private outfall sewerage system.
Heating - Partial oil fired range boiler based system, in addition to electric heaters.
Multi Fuel Stove
Note: The services, white goods and electrical appliances have not been checked by the selling agents.
Council Tax
The Pier House is in Council Tax Band E.
Home Report
A copy of the Home Report is available by contacting Waterside Property Ltd.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Waterside Property Ltd.
Offers
Offers are to be submitted in Scottish legal terms to Waterside Property Ltd.
Council tax band: E, EPC rating: F
