6 bed detached house for sale

Cairnview, Arrochar G83

This charming detached villa enjoys a truly enviable shore front position overlooking Loch Long, offering breathtaking panoramic views towards The Cobbler and the Arrochar Alps. Currently arranged as two self-contained living areas held on a single title, ‘Cairnview’ offers exceptional flexibility, ideal for use as a family residence with independent living space, buy to let, or potential reconversion to one substantial family home.

The ground floor of this charming property welcomes you through an inviting entrance hall that sets the tone for the rest of the home. A bright and spacious lounge opens directly onto a balcony, the perfect place to relax and take in the stunning panoramic views across the loch. The lounge retains much of its traditional character, including a feature fireplace in the lounge with a timber mantelpiece and wood-burning stove, The generously sized dining kitchen combines style and practicality, featuring quality cabinetry, ample workspace, and a classic Belfast sink, creating an ideal setting for family meals and entertaining guests. Across the hall, the large tiled bathroom offers plenty of potential for modernisation and currently includes a corner bath with shower overhead, wc and wash basin. To the rear of the property, a versatile room overlooking the water provides a ground-floor bedroom or dining room. Completing the layout is a substantial utility room with shelving, a wash hand basin and more delightful loch views, ensuring both functionality and charm throughout this impressive home. A timber staircase leads to the attic level, where a remarkably spacious living area offers endless versatility, perfect as a guest suite, studio, or entertainment space. Just a few steps down is a stylish ensuite, complete with a walk-in shower, wc and wash hand basin. This floor also features an additional shower room, again fitted with a walk-in shower, wc and wash hand basin, providing excellent convenience for family and guests alike. Completing this level is a well-proportioned double bedroom with a charming bay window framing picturesque views over the water. Extensive eaves storage adds to the practicality of the space, combining comfort, functionality and character in equal measure.

The lower flat provides outstanding versatility, presenting a spacious and beautifully appointed dining kitchen that serves as the perfect space for secondary accommodation, guest quarters, or extended family living. This impressive area enjoys direct access to the landscaped garden, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. There are three generously proportioned bedrooms, each thoughtfully designed with ample built-in storage and offering breathtaking views across the water. Complementing the accommodation is a stylish shower room, complete with a contemporary shower enclosure, WC, and wash-hand basin, alongside a separate WC and a large walk-in storage cupboard, ensuring practicality and comfort throughout. The property has double glazing and has oil fired central heating. There are sixteen solar panels on the front roof slope with a Capsolar storage unit, offering an efficient and sustainable energy solution.

Externally, the house is set within gardens to the front, sides and rear, with mature lawns, trees and shrubs creating a sense of privacy and tranquillity. The grounds extend down to the water’s edge, where there is a stone sea wall and private slipway. A sloping driveway leads to a large attached block-built garage/store with pitched slated roof, as well as a separate two-car metal garage providing ample parking for several vehicles.

Located adjacent to the Ben Arthur Bothy, the property is within easy reach of Arrochar’s village amenities, while a wider range of facilities can be found in the nearby towns of Helensburgh and Dumbarton. With Glasgow within commuting distance, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive lochside home offering charm, space and flexibility in a truly beautiful setting. Whether as a family residence, an investment property or a dual-occupancy home, it represents an exceptional lifestyle opportunity on the west coast of Scotland.

EPC Rating: D