Ayrshire Post

Messing about on the river

- Stephen Houston

This property page loves to feature homes with interest and character.

How about this one – previous owners of a by- gone era were the toll- masters. Without handing over some brass you did not get to cross the River Ayr.

Ford House in Sorn was built long before the fine bridge that carries the B713 to Catrine.

And it has a long sliver of banking and the rights to fish for some plump salmon from it – you could have the king of fish on your grill within minutes of coming out the water.

If there is not much of a splash coming from the river, then a double- sized Jacuzzi awaits inside.

The property is a semidetach­ed – attached to the village store – and boasts five bedrooms.

Agents Donald Ross Residentia­l say the old property has been newly refurbishe­d, adding: “Ford House has the historical accolade of being the toll house for the ford over the River Ayr.

“It is a beautiful family home on one of the finest riverbank positions in Ayrshire. It is worth noting the River Ayr is fished for both salmon and trout, with part of the river bank owned by this property.”

The price is offers over £ 199,999.

There are two staircases inside and a layout that includes twobedroom­s two bedrooms on the ground floor.

It has been opened up from the small rooms of the old building.

The master bedroom upstairs boasts a walk- in wardrobe and an en- suite shower room.

A fully- fitted dining kitchen is the big seller here, with views over the tranquil river.

Wide patio doors open out onto your lawn to maximise vistas up and down down the water.the water.

The wooden- floored kitchen has high quality units as well as a range- style cooker and plenty of space for dining within its 17ft 7in length.

As well as a big lounge there is also a substantia­l family room, so plenty of space.

Outside is that extensive south facing riverbank garden, ideal for outdoor entertaini­ng and fishing direct on the River Ayr. There is also a large single garage and extensive driveway with space for several cars.

This wonderful family home is presented to viewers in excellent condition and offers exceptiona­l living space which may be adapted to suit numerous needs within the market. Early viewing is highly recommende­d.

Donald Ross Residentia­l on Ayr 288222, offers over £ 199,999.

 ??  ?? Tale from the riverbank A piece of your garden Master suite Shower room and walk- in wardrobe too
Tale from the riverbank A piece of your garden Master suite Shower room and walk- in wardrobe too
 ??  ?? South facing The Kitchen/ diner has river views
South facing The Kitchen/ diner has river views
 ??  ?? Very aFORDable A piece of Sorn history
Very aFORDable A piece of Sorn history

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