Country house in Rhu sure to attract interest
OUR latest Property of the Week is a beautiful B-listed detached country house, built in the 1830s and nestled close to the end of a peaceful cul-desac in Rhu.
Over the past century, Torwood Cottage, on Armadale Road, has only had three owners, with the present inhabitants having been there for 34 years.
There are open aspects over the delightful gardens and the countryside beyond, as well as plenty of space inside on its three floors.
The accommodation begins with a stone stairway leading to the entrance vestibule on the upper ground floor.
To the left of the reception hallway is the elegant drawing room, with dual aspect full-height sash and case windows with window shutters and views over the garden, as well as a feature fireplace surround and decorative cornicing.
To the right is the formal dining room, which again has
windows looking out to the garden, two press cupboards and elaborate ceiling plasterwork.
Also on this level is the large and bright principal bedroom, with windows on two sides, as well as two further double bedrooms and also two four-piece family bathroom with separate walkin showers.
A staircase from the upper ground floor leads to the lower ground level. There is also a side door with a porch for everyday use.
Off the hallway on this level is the breakfasting kitchen, with floor and wall units, cream two-oven AGA, plus oven and hob, a breakfast bar, space for a dining table and chairs, and windows to the front.
A passageway leads from the dining area to the WC and the snug sitting room.
The sitting room has a window seat overlooking the garden, along with a fireplace and feature cupboard. There
is a door from the sitting room, leading to the hallway, with a study, larder, store room and work room off.
From the upper ground floor, stairs lead up to the first floor accommodation, comprising two further double bedrooms and a bathroom with separate shower.
There are two outbuildings – one a studio and the other a garden store.
A sweeping driveway leads to the front of Torwood Cottage, with parking for several cars.
The immediate grounds surrounding the property are mature and mainly lawned, with many shrubs, bushes, trees and plants, as well as paved patio areas.
There is a wood store, two wooden garden sheds and a greenhouse.
The property is being marketed by Savills, who are seeking offers over £625,000.
For more information, go online at tinyurl.com/torwoodcottagerhu.