Double your chances of the good life

COLLAIG is a remarkable property or to be strictly accurate, properties, as one part dates back to the 1800s, while the other is a contemporary detached house currently operating as a very successful holiday let. Both houses are detached and situated on a spectacular three-acre site close to the village of Kilchrenan in Argyll from which there are far reaching views across Loch Awe to Ben Cruachan.

The principal property, Collaig House, has been extended and extensively refurbished by the current owners to include a new kitchen, modern bathrooms, new windows and heating system, which combined with a predominantly white/neutral backdrop, provides a stylish contemporary interior, while the flexible two-storey layout gives this family home scope for B&B accommodation.

Key highlights include the sitting room, which has a fireplace and multi-fuel stove and views over the garden to the loch beyond; and at the rear, a contemporary breakfasting kitchen (with quartz worktops, integrated appliances and central island) connecting via steps down to a recently built garden/dining room with windows on three sides and French doors onto a large patio – a beautiful addition to the property.

A utility and double bedroom with fitted wardrobes completes the ground floor, leaving three further bedrooms – master with en suite shower room and family bathroom on the upper level.

The three-acre setting for Collaig House is a key feature on its own, a mix of mature trees and borders, wooded areas, sprawling lawns and grass banks – the elevation here also ensure outstanding views of Loch Awe and the mountains and countryside beyond.

In front of the house, steps lead down to planted beds and a raised deck that takes full advantage of the views.

Winding paths lead to higher and lower levels of grassland and woodland – there is also a secure pen for hens and large beds that would be ideal for growing fruit trees and/or vegetables.

Within the grounds is also a large and fully insulated outbuilding (with power) that has been divided to provide a large workshop with a door into the main garage – and a kitchen designed for meat preparation, which is fitted with stainless steel sink and worktops.

There is also a further shed, also with power installed.

Neighbouring Collaig Byre is a strikingly contemporary home with stone and wood clad external walls to reflect the natural setting, while inside, the layout centres on a huge open-plan 34ft living/

The two properties would enable buyers to live in spectacular surroundings and operate a self-catering business next door