Property description
Lovely first floor Victorian flat in stunning shoreside location in the coastal village of Kames, near Tighnabruaich. The one-bedroom apartment is in walk-in condition and has many original features such as ceiling rose and cornicing and a truly gorgeous outlook from its setting on the Kyles of Bute. The apartment has had many upgrades in recent years including new Rointe Belize radiators, the walls have been plastered and redecorated, new carpets, and a Smart meter has been installed. As well as the double bedroom the property has front facing sitting room and kitchen, modern shower room, utility area, ample storage space and, externally, shares the well maintained communal grounds with the other neighbours but benefits from a private cellar, which has had a new door fitted. There is plenty of on-road parking available directly in front of the flats. Close to local amenities, a very short stroll to the Kames Hotel and with a view that is breathtaking, this property will most definitely appeal to anyone looking for a bolt hole away from the hustle and bustle of modern day living.The picturesque village of Kames sits on the Kyles of Bute and is famous for its scenic beauty and sailing waters. The village, along with the neighbouring villages Tighnabruaich and Millhouse, benefits from small local independent retailers as well as post offices, a bank, 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 Portavadie Marina.Accommodation
Sitting Room, Kitchen, Double Bedroom, Shower Room and Utility AreaAccess
Access to the common close is via a brown wooden door with glass panels just off the shore road. Flat 1/1 is on the first floor on the left hand side where a large black wooden door with Charles Rennie Mackintosh style glass above opens to the entrance hallway.Hallway
Once through the external door the warm and welcoming hallway leads to all rooms and benefits by a deep storage cupboard. The high ceiling ensures a spacious feeling and is a feature throughout the property.Sitting Room
4.35m x 3.50m
14’4” x 11’6”
Good sized, and very homely, sitting room which makes the most of the striking vista through the ‘tilt-and-turn’ double glazed windows. Ceiling light set in rose, ornate cornicing, new carpet, electric fire and shelved alcove and plenty of room for a dining table and chairs. A very comfortable room for socialising, watching TV or just taking in the surroundings.Kitchen
4.35m x 2.15m
14’4” x 7’1”
The kitchen benefits by plenty of wall and base units, ample worktop space, integrated oven and grill with hob and extractor hood over and ample space for further white goods. Tiled splashback, laminate-effect vinyl flooring, ceiling light...and that view!Double Bedroom
3.50m x 3.25m
11’6” x 10’8”
Generous double bedroom at the rear overlooking the back garden and hills and trees beyond. New carpet, ceiling light, radiator and ample space for bedroom furniture.Utility Area
1.70m x 1.15m
5’7” x 3’10”
Off the bedroom this very handy utility area is plumbed for washing machine and dryer and has a sink, storage units, part tiled walls and window to the rear.Shower Room
1.80m x 1.75m
5’11” x 5’9”
Comprising corner shower cubicle with wet wall panelling, white WC and wash-hand basin with room for storage units either side.Gardens
The well maintained grounds at the rear of the building are shared between the six flats on the block and comprise a lawned area with chipped stone pathway. Each flat has a private cellar, with the third one up being for flat 1/1, which is perfect for garden furniture, bikes etc. A new door has recently been fitted to the cellar, and the roof has had repair work carried out.Parking
There is plenty of space directly in front of the flats for parking.Misc.
There are no factor fees or common fund as such, each resident will just pay they appropriate share for any common repairs.Services
Mains Water
Drainage – Direct Outflow
Electric Heating - plug in Rointe Belize radiators
Note: The services, white goods and electrical appliances have not been checked by the selling agents.Council Tax
1-1 Ardencraig is in Council Tax Band AHome 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. EPC rating: D. Tenure: Freehold,
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