Braehead, St Fillans, Perthshire PH6 2ND

A south facing traditional stone built terraced cottage overlooking the River Earn.  Recently refurbished and enjoying close proximity to Loch Earn within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.

Large Sitting Room and Dining Area, Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms, Family Bathroom and Shower Room.

Decked First Floor Terrace overlooking private

Garden area

Ideal Holiday Home

Situation

St Fillans is a charming picturesque village situated on the edge of Loch Earn and within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.  There is an excellent village shop, church, hotels, village hall and golf course with a primary school close by in Comrie and secondary school in Crieff whilst Morrisons Academy and Ardvreck Preparatory School offer private education.  Perth and Stirling are both within easy reach and offer the full facilities of a regional centre including shops, theatres and mainline rail connections.  Edinburgh and Glasgow are both within one hour’s drive.

The surrounding countryside offers many recreational opportunities including golf courses, water sports, hill walking and fishing on Loch Earn and nearby salmon rivers.  There is a resident sea plane on Loch Earn which can be hired for pleasure or flying lessons. This part of Highland Perthshire is renowned for its beauty and high amenity value and particularly as a hill walkers paradise with mountains such as Ben Vorlich, Ben Chonzie, Ben Lawers, Ben Lui, Ben More and Ben Ledi all within a short distance.

Description

A charming recently refurbished late 19th century stone built cottage with lovely views to the hills and to Loch Earn.  Braehead is a traditional village property beside the village store and within close walking distance of Loch Earn and the golf course.  The cottage has new double glazing and central heating and has been modernised to a high standard throughout with a new kitchen and decking area/roof terrace which enjoys superb views.

The current owners have been using Braehead as a Holiday Let which has enjoyed a high occupancy rate and the owners are prepared to sell all or some of the contents should a prospective purchaser wish to continue renting the property.  There are Damp Proof and Woodworm Guarantees in place.

Braehead enjoys a wonderfully scenic location in this small friendly village and is perfectly suited as a holiday home and also benefits from a well stocked and private garden.

Accommodation

The accommodation on two storeys comprises:

Entrance door to tiled passageway with radiators and understairs cupboard and timber door to:

Bedroom 2 2.65m x 2.21m

Bunk beds, window to south with deep sill and shelves beneath.  Carpet, radiator and ceiling light.

Bedroom 3  2.836m x 2.66m

Carpet, radiator, window with deep sill, hanging cupboard and ceiling light.

Shower Room 2.85m x 0.82m

Tiled floor and walls, window and radiator/towel rail.  Shower cubicle, WC, basin with shelf and mirror above.

Back door to garden and stairs to:

First Floor

Carpeted stairway with banister and handrail.  Landing with storage cupboard and 2 windows.

Bedroom 1 3.27m x 2.77m

Carpet and curtains, window looking over River Earn, hanging and shelved cupboards with sliding mirror doors and ceiling spot lights.

Family Bathroom 2.54m x 1.91m

Vinyl floor, tiled walls and Velux window.  Bath with shower attachment, WC and basin with shelf and mirror above.  Towel rail/radiator and recessed ceiling light.

Living Room 8.36m x 4.55m

A spacious and light room with ample space for a large dining table.  Timber effect floor, 2 radiators, 2 windows looking south with window seat and 2 windows looking west up Loch Earn.  Large open fire with grate, slate hearth and stone surround.  Curtains, ceiling lights and double sliding doors to:

Kitchen 3.57m x 4.44m

Floor tiles, central unit with drawers and storage, worktop and seating area.  Double Belfast sink with ample worktop all round and floor and wall storage units.  Double range master cooker with gas hob and double oven and grill.  Large fridge freezer and dish washer.  Double doors open out on to a roof terrace with decking overlooking the garden and views to the hills.  This is a great area for BBQ’s and catches the afternoon and evening sun.

Services

Mains water, electricity and drainage.  Cylinder gas for cooking and gas central heating.

Garden Ground

There is a bank of shrubs and an area of lawn well sheltered by mature beech and Leylandi hedges.  There is a dog kennel, garden shed and a gate giving access to a side lane.  The garden catches the sun throughout the day and enjoys a high degree of shelter and privacy.

General

Price

Guide Price £260,000

Entry

To be by mutual arrangement.

Viewing Arrangements

Strictly by appointment with the selling agents.

Fixtures and Fittings

Some appliances may be made available.

Council Tax

Braehead is Council Tax Band ‘D’.

Directions

From Perth take the A85 to Crieff.  Pass through the town centre turning right continuing on the A85 to Comrie.  St Fillans is approximately 4 miles to the west of Comrie and the property is located beside the village shop just before the loch edge.