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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · PA33 1BU
For saleListed 157 days
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About
Braevallich House is an impressive two storey Dutch style country home set within a commanding position above Loch Awe, offering outstanding views, extensive private grounds and a rare sense of seclusion set in circa 10 acres.
Built circa 1938, beautifully presented and rich in character, this is a welcoming family home in one of Argyll’s most dramatic landscapes.
Loch Awe stretches out below the house, framed by sweeping hills, ancient woodland and open skies.
The approach is peaceful and scenic, with the property enjoying exceptional privacy while remaining accessible to the village of Dalmally and wider transport connections.
The property is entered via a traditional vestibule with wc/cloak located off. This leads to the welcoming hallway that introduces the light, airy feel of the ground floor.
The front facing study/dining room and drawing room room, with an elegant bay window, frames the spectacular views across the surrounding landscape, while an open stone fireplace forms a striking focal point.
There is an family room/snug, wellappointed kitchen flows through to a modern, sunfilled conservatory/garden room where doors open directly onto a paved seating terrace, perfect for relaxed indooroutdoor living.
Upstairs, the principle bedroom comes with a spacious en-suite and there are a further three wellproportioned double bedrooms offering generous storage and a shower room which completes an attractive and practical layout for modern family life.
Included in the sale is approximately 180 metres of private loch frontage, woodland colourful gardens, fishing and sporting rights and there is a slipway, jetty and moorings on Loch Awe.
A number of outbuildings are also included providing useful facilities for gardening, storage and outdoor pursuits.
This includes a recently constructed two door, two vehicle garage and a wood shed, both with slated roofs.
Summary of Accommodation Circa 10 acres Outbuildings Flexible accommodation Panoramic Views Jetty/Slipway Private Loch frontage Location The surrounding area is renowned for its natural beauty, offering an abundance of walking routes, wildlife, fishing, boating and outdoor pursuits.
This is a location that delivers both tranquillity and grandeur in equal measure.
Dalmally, the coastal town of Inverary with its Argyll Castle and the township of Lochgilphead offers an excellent balance of rural tranquillity and practical connectivity.
It has a local shop, with a Scotrail station and bus services ,both connecting to Oban in the West, and Glasgow heading East.
Road connections are equally strong, with the A85 offering direct routes toward Oban, the gateway to the Hebridean islands, and eastwards toward Crianlarich and the central belt.
The surrounding area is well served by local bus routes, ensuring convenient travel between neighbouring villages and towns.
The village itself provides a selection of everyday amenities, including a local shop, pharmacy, and community facilities, while the wider area offers a choice of cafés, hotels and traditional Highland inns.
Dining options can be found in Lochgilphead, Inverary and Oban, and locally at Kilmartin with its hotel, restaurant, and The Kilmartin Museum with its fine café.
For a broader range of services, supermarkets, leisure facilities and additional dining options can be found in Oban and Inveraray, both within comfortable driving distance.
Families benefit from access to wellregarded local schooling, with primary education available in Dalmally and secondary provision in nearby towns.
Council Tax Band: F EPC Rating: E Tenure: Freehold EPC Rating: E Council Tax Band: F
Value & comps
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