Fairytale home is a dream
At this time of year the good properties are marching onto the market.
And the buyers are certainly out there, as was proven in Troon last week.
A big new villa in Lady Margaret Drive with views over the Lochgreen golf course went on the market one day at offers over £ 595,000.
Next day it was under offer ... and you can bet the owner would not have taken it off the market unless the offer was huge.
This week we have a semi in select Bellevue Crescent, Ayr, with a fairytale look about it.
It has pointy gables, a balcony feature and an overhanging window, all rather Rapunzelesque.
The gift that is the Bellevue area, as agents Stonefield point out, is that it is a first class residential area within an easy stroll of the restaurants and bars.
It is been extended thanks to a quality garden room at the rear which is perfect for the family.
The clean lines of the front facade are mirrored in the garden. And inside it is truly “walk- in”. The traditional bay lounge with ornate cornicing is to the front and is more than 17ft by 14ft.
Pride of place is given to the wood burning stove.
The hall has a traditional wrought iron balustrade with wooden bannister.
Upstairs to four bedrooms and the family bathroom - and there is a cloakroom wc downstairs.
Stonefield say: “Number 5 is a truly special find in the current market having been carefully extended by the current owners to create an exceptional family home.
“The property enjoys a substantial private rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn and comes complete with a raised timber deck providing a wonderful space for outdoor entertaining.”
The near 27ft family room at the back has a wall of glass and doors opening to a large timber deck, perfect in the summer for eating under the sun.
The dining room, kitchen and family room are all open plan, giving a feeling of a big modern space in such an old building.
A rear lane gives access to your own garage.
Stonefield on Ayr 501777 are taking viewings at offers over £ 350,000.