A BARN FIND
Gorgeous converted Victorian coach house in Rhu is ready for a new family
A “CHARMING and unique” home in Rhu that was built as a Victorian coach house is the latest addition to the Helensburgh area’s property market.
On sale for offers over £300,000, Eight Bells Cottage was built in 1860 and has been converted from a barn for the nearby Invergare House into a beautiful family home.
The home, which is found off Glenarn Road in the village, features three bedrooms and two large family rooms, as well as glorious views towards the Firth of Clyde.
The front door leads to an entrance hall which gives access to all rooms on the ground floor.
To one side of the hall is the country style dining kitchen which offers several wall and floor standing units, a fivering gas burner with extractor hood above and double oven/ grill below, and a feature twin Belfast sink.
Windows to the front and rear provide natural light and the dining area offers ample space for a kitchen table and chairs for family dining.
A bedroom can also be found on the ground floor and features beamed ceilings, a sash window, and parquet floors and could be utilised as an office or study.
Opposite from the kitchen is the spacious living room with more beamed ceilings, a window to the front, and a feature arc window with French doors that open out to the private rear garden.
The room also contains stairs to the upper landing which gives access to the home’s other two bedrooms and a family bathroom.
The upper landing has amazing lighting with a sash window, a hatch to the attic, and storage cupboards.
The two large bedrooms feature double wardrobes and sash windows with one room overlooking the front garden.
A fully tiled white threepiece bathroom with mains shower above the corner bath completes the home.
The garden is enclosed by fencing and contains lawn space, a stone chipped path, a raised decked patio and an additional patio below, and mature shrubs.
To the front of the home there is also space for two cars to park.
Estate agents Nested said: “Eight Bells Cottage is a charming coach house conversion dating back to 1860, originally stables for Invergare House, located in a tranquil, mature and private setting within the conservation village of Rhu.
“This charming home sits under a brand-new slate roof and has been totally redecorated throughout, enjoys fabulous and bright living accommodation over the two levels with fabulous views of the Firth of Clyde and beyond.
“This attractive home would be an ideal home for young professionals or a downsizer; early viewing is highly recommended!”
To see more or make an enquiry, visit: www.rightmove. co.uk/properties/145443422#/? channel=RES_BUY.