10 bed detached house for sale

Tarbert, Argyll And Bute PA29

*cash sale only*

A country house in a fine coastal situation overlooking Loch Fyne and requiring total refurbishment and development.

Meall Mhor House was at one time an impressive country and coastal home in a situation of great natural scenic beauty. The house is of light blue/lilac colour painted stone external finish with white painted smooth ashlar to window mullions and door facings, there are three projecting bays at the front one of which is oriel by design the other two with mock Tudor strapping, the house is slated with red detail to ridge tiles. Internally the accommodation is laid out over two levels and together with the period apartments there are historic dedicated staff living quarters and ancillary rooms.

Both internally and externally the house has fallen into disrepair, new owners (strictly subject to planning permission) will consider either renovating the original structure or possibly removing the current property and replacing it with a modern and efficient new structure.

Meall Mhor House stands privately amid some 15 acres of parkland type gardens and grounds with historic Victorian origins, semi ancient native woodlands providing a sheltered backdrop, the house is in a wonderful coastal setting with panoramic views out across Loch Fyne towards the remote land mass between Portavadie and Otter Ferry adjacent. Within the grounds is the highly picturesque Abhainn Strathainn burn which passes through to the southern side of the house with its bubbling falls and rock pools which are sided by tall ancient native trees combining to create a wonderfully bucolic scene.

Ground Floor
Outer storm door to with leaded latticed windows and terra cotta tile floor, three quarter glazed door to broad entrance reception hallway with feature stone mullioned and leaded glass windows, three quarter height timber panelling, pine floor and fireplace. Drawing room with bay window with French door insert, pine floor, cornice and dado rail, tiled fireplace, multi fuel stove set in white/grey marble vein fireplace. Open plan dining and breakfasting area to kitchen, cornice and picture rail, box window formation with window seating, Rayburn range cooker base and wall units. Rear hall with door to gardens and access to secondary staircase, wash house with concrete floor and fitted stores, at the northern side of the house, the original formal dining room with three panel window and French door providing access to gardens, pine floor, fireplace, cornice and picture rail.

First Floor
Period staircase with fluted spindles and carved newel post tops, circular cupola rooflight to three quarter landing upper hallway and leading to bedrooms, 1,2 & 3, and bathroom. Short flight of stairs to full landing leading to bedrooms 4,5,6 & 7, main bathroom.

From the dining room, door to flat at rear, comprising, kitchen, rear hall, bathroom, and stairs to bedroom 1 with box window, Edinburgh press and wash hand basin.

From the reception hall, Access to inner hallway with gun room off, former office, rear store with concrete floor and door to gardens, inner hallway with further door to gardens. Staircase to first floor level of three bedrooms and bathroom.

Outbuildings
Former game larder, Log store, detached structure of former cart sheds, stables, coach house and hay loft, flat roof garage.

Gardens
Driveway access shared with the South Lodge to access driveway lined with semi ancient native trees underplanted with rhododendrons and flanked by the burn on its western side. The driveway terminates in front of the house and there is a convenient turning roundel with lawns, pampas grasses, evergreens and specimen rhododendrons. Beneath the driveway are further lawns and the former croquet lawn and tennis court, this area of the gardens is surrounded by mixed shrubs, bushes and trees which provide amenity, shelter, privacy and seclusion. A paddock/field is directly in front of the house. To the rear, drying greens and vegetable gardens and to the south side a rolling sloping lawn (the former site of the hatchery) which returns to lead back to the burn and the driveway. Mixed mature trees underplanted with rhododendrons form the backdrop and provide much shelter amenity and interest.

Meall Mhor Hill Lochan is to the western rear of Meall Mhor House and to which there is a servitude right of access. The Lochan extends to about 14 acres, it too requires restoration and is available by separate negotiation.

Important Notice
The agents are required to advise potential buyers that parts of Meall Mhor House are unsafe and represent a significant health and safety hazard. Accordingly, viewers inspecting Meall Mhor House should do so with extreme caution and entirely at their own risk.

Land Plan
Please note that the land plan attached is an estimate of the land holding at Meall Mhor House. It is provided as a guide to the land holding and will remain subject to confirmation with the title deeds.

Services
Private water supply, from both hill stream and a spring, drainage is by private septic tank, partial Rayburn oil fired heating, partial double glazing.

Note: The services have not been checked by the selling agents

Local Authorities
Argyll & Bute Council
Tel: Council Tax
Meall Mhor House is in Band G and the amount of council tax payable for 2025/2026 is £3183.55
EPC

Rating F

Situation
Meall Mhor House is situated in parkland grounds in a pretty coastal location overlooking Loch Fyne about 4.5 miles to the north of Tarbert and about 8.5 miles to the south of Lochgilphead. As mentioned above, the picturesque fishing and marina harbour town of Tarbert is about 4.5 miles to the south of Meall Mhor House. Tarbert is a pleasant small fishing and yachting harbour town with local shops and services easily catering for everyday needs and requirements. There are a number of friendly harbour pubs and restaurants. Tarbert is also renowned for hosting the annual Scottish Series Yachting Event, and for its freshly caught seafood and folk festivals. Everyday shopping is available in the town where there is a well-stocked Co-op, midi market, chemist, fruit & veg, post office and paper shop, fuller weekly shopping is available at Lochgilphead which is 8.5 miles to the north where there are supermarkets, independent shops and professional services. There is primary and secondary schooling in Tarbert and at Lochgilphead the relatively new primary/high school is on the Lochgilphead Joint Campus, tertiary education is available through Argyll College. Leisure facilities are diverse. Portavadie Marina & Spa is located across the water from Tarbert, only a short ferry ride away. A thriving marina is in the sheltered inner part of Tarbert harbour and scenic inshore sailing is available in surrounding sea lochs and the Kyles of Bute. The Crinan canal that connects Loch Fyne at Ardrishaig with Loch Crinan to Mull and on to the Hebrides are always active with craft moving back and forth. As with most parts of Scotland, one is never too far from a golf course and there are challenging courses at both Lochgilphead and Tarbert. Machrihanish links golf course offers one of the top golfing destinations in the UK and attracts international golfers. Productive sea fishing from shore and boat can be had on the loch and there are trout and salmon opportunities by permit in surrounding rivers and hill lochs. There are some small shoots run locally as well as rough shooting, both of which can be arranged with local land/estate owners. The countryside is a delight in which to walk or cycle and there is no shortage of scenic routes and places of archaeological and historical interest to visit. The southern end of the Crinan Canal is nearby at Ardrishaig, providing ready access through the canal to the Hebrides and some of the most beautiful scenery in the Scottish West Highlands. The area offers much in the way of outdoor pursuits, including water sports such as sailing and canoeing, on and off road cycle routes and walks.

Travel Directions
From Lochgilphead travel south on the A83 (signposted for Campbeltown). Travel for 8.5 miles to find the entrance to Meall Mhor House at Erines Lodge on the right-hand side of the road. Turn right passing the Lodge and continue up the driveway to find Meall Mhor House"
"
"
"