5 bed detached house for sale

Port Appin, Appin, Oban, Argyll And Bute PA38

An attractive coastal country house with lovely gardens within the sought-after village of Port Appin with far reaching coastal views.

Linnhe House is set in the heart of Port Appin, one of Argyll's most picturesque villages. This substantial and impressive detached period house, which is understood to date back to 1886, was purchased by the current owner in 2009. The property has been modernised throughout and regularly maintained to provide a very comfortable west coast family home. This includes an overhaul of the roof in 2025, the replacement of the kitchen in 2021, and the replacement of all windows and French doors in 2022/23. The house occupies an outstanding position at the heart of its gardens, enjoying superb coastal views across Loch Linnhe to the Morvern Peninsula and the Isle of Lismore.

The ground floor offers an impressive range of well‐proportioned reception spaces, ideal for both family life and entertaining. Two principal front‐facing rooms take full advantage of the coastal outlook: A sitting room with open fireplace and bay window, and a generous drawing room arranged as a double reception room with a central wood‐burning stove. Additional living accommodation includes a formal dining room and a morning room, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout.

At the heart of the home lies a beautifully appointed modern kitchen, complete with a central island, integrated appliances and an electric aga. French doors open directly onto a patio and the rear garden, providing a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The ground floor is further complemented by a study, utility room and WC.

The first floor provides five well appointed en suite bedroom suites, offering excellent flexibility for family use or guest accommodation. The principal suite is particularly impressive, with a walk in wardrobe, dual aspect views and an en suite bathroom. There are three further double bedroom suites along with a single bedroom suite, all finished to a consistently high standard.

Linnhe House is a rare opportunity to acquire a refined period home in a prime coastal village, combining space, character and breathtaking views in one of Argyll's most desirable locations.

To the side of the property there is a large tandem double garage with a workshop area to the rear. There is power and water to this building, along with an outside tap. A useful large covered wood store is situated to the side of the garage. To the rear of the property there is a summerhouse with a decking area. At the back of the house there is a generous private garden with lawn and low maintenance planted borders. To the front and side of the house there is a large gravelled parking area. The grounds extend to approximately 0.35 acres.

Linnhe House sits within the attractive coastal village of Port Appin on the west coast of Scotland, with outstanding far‐reaching views across Loch Linnhe to the Island of Shuna, the Morvern Peninsula and the Island of Lismore.

The charming fishing village of Port Appin is situated where Loch Creran meets the sea. This peaceful coastal community offers a range of local amenities including a well‐stocked community shop, post office, craft shop, doctor's surgery, primary school, a highly regarded seafood restaurant and a welcoming hotel. Nearby, the iconic Castle Stalker, one of Scotland's most dramatic castles, sits on its own islet at the mouth of Loch Laich and is accessible only by boat. Overlooking Castle Stalker there is another well respected restaurant specialising in Highland beef.

Approximately 20 miles to the south is Oban, known as both the “Gateway to the Isles” and Scotland's seafood capital. Oban offers a wider selection of services including supermarkets, a Marks & Spencer food hall, restaurants, hospital, primary and secondary schooling and the renowned Oban Distillery. The town's ferry terminal provides regular sailings to the Inner and Outer Hebrides, including Mull and Iona. For rail travel, Oban station offers direct services to Glasgow, and nearby Oban Airport, around 14 miles away, provides flights to Coll, Colonsay, Tiree and Islay. Glasgow International Airport, approximately 99 miles away, offers connections to London and a wide range of UK and international destinations.

The countryside surrounding Linnhe House is among the most scenic in Scotland, offering endless opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Port Appin is well known for sea kayaking, sailing, paddleboarding and sea fishing, and is home to the local Community Skiff rowing club. The area also provides superb hillwalking, mountaineering and access to field sports, including stalking and shooting on nearby estates.

From the Port Appin jetty, just a ten‐minute walk from the house, a passenger ferry called The Lady of Lismore offers a short crossing to the Isle of Lismore, a tranquil island measuring around 10 miles long and 1 mile wide.

Nature lovers will find much to admire, as the area supports a wide variety of wildlife including sea eagles, red deer, otters, dolphins and red squirrels, making it a true haven for those seeking both beauty and biodiversity on Scotland's spectacular west coast.