Alderburn Cottage, Strachur (ref: 548138)

Alderburn Cottage is a beautiful 2-bedroom bungalow located between Strachur and Glenbranter in the stunning Argyll Countryside with Loch Fyne and Loch Eck close by. The cottage has a lovely private garden in a peaceful location.

The property is situated on the main road between Dunoon and Strachur and consists of a front garden with a driveway and a garage/workshop. A secure back garden with a lawn, a good-sized patio area, summer house and a timber fence surrounding the garden which is safe for children and pets.

On entering the property from the arched UPVC doorway into the welcoming hallway which gives access to the rest of the property.  The sitting room is a cosy room with wood laminate flooring, a feature timber fire surround housing an efficient multi-fuel burner and dual aspect windows. The kitchen diner is open plan and is a great space to entertain with views and access to the garden with surrounding fields and hills. The kitchen is a modern kitchen with fitted wall and floor kitchen units, integrated eye level oven and ceramic hob, plumbing and electrics for white goods to be fitted, stainless steel sink unit and ceramic floor tiles.  The dining area is a wonderful area to dine in with views from all sides. Off the kitchen is the family bathroom which has a bath with shower above, wash hand basin and toilet all in white. The bathroom is partially tiled and has cupboard space for towels etc.

Bedroom 1 is to the rear of the property and has views to the hills and back garden, the flooring is wood effect laminate and there is an

inset where a wardrobe could be placed.   Bedroom 2 is to the front and has wood effect laminate flooring and fitted wardrobes. The boiler for the central heating system is located here.

The heating is by Air Source Heat pump in addition to solar panels and a multi fuel stove is fitted in the sitting room. The property has been internally insulated making the property nice and warm.

EPC Rating – E

Council Tax Band – C

Tenure - Freehold

Alderburn is a 5-minute drive/bus ride to Strachur where there are local amenities including a doctor's surgery, petrol station/store, primary school, Tea room/store, Clachan Pub and the Creggans Inn. A bus service runs from Dunoon to Inveraray and stops outside the property if required Strachur is a delightful and pretty village on the banks of Loch Fyne. Strachur and Loch Fyne are well known for their natural scenic beauty which has always drawn people to the area to live, holiday and enjoy weekend breaks.The village has a Post Office and café, a retail service station, an excellent Medical Centre with in-house pharmacy, and a vibrant Community Hall and Sports Pavilion, all of which cater for most everyday needs and requirements. There are a number of restaurants, all with menus that encompass the term “Scotland’s Natural Larder”; these include Loch Fyne Oysters, The Creggans Inn and Invercottage Restaurant. The George Hotel at Inveraray enjoys an enviable reputation for serving seasonal local produce.

Dunoon is approximately 17 miles away with Glasgow Airport at approximately 53.4 miles distant via Loch Lomondside and Oban approximately 58 miles. The frequent western ferries service provides access from Gourock to Dunoon, alternatively, the A83 & A82 provide access to central Scotland. Arrochar has a main line rail station with a service to and from Glasgow city centre and a sleeper to London. The frequent western ferry service between McInroy’s Point and Hunters Quay provides alternative travel to Glasgow and the west of mainland Scotland.

The area offers much in the way of outdoor pursuits including cycle routes, challenging hill climbs, walks and several golf courses. The recently established Cowal Way stretches from Portavadie in the West and travels eastwards for 31 miles through some of the most dramatic and picturesque sea and landscapes in the west coast. The coastline of Cowal Peninsula is fast becoming known as Argyll’s secret coast by Welcome to Scotland. Sea, river, and loch fishing are also available in the area as are a number of commercially run shoots. Some of the local estates allow stalking by arrangement.

For sailors, the sea lochs of the west of Scotland offer safe anchorages as well as spectacular coastal sailing; there are marina and chandlery services at Rhu, Inverkip, Portavadie and Dunoon. Loch Fyne is the deepest sea loch in Europe.

Travel Directions

From Glasgow proceed in a westerly direction on the M8 motorway for about 15 miles taking junction 30 onto the Erskine Bridge. Turn left off the bridge on the A82 and continue for about 25 miles to reach Tarbet. Continue to the left at Tarbet onto the A83 and proceed through Arrochar for a further 13 miles. Turn left onto the A815 and travel for about 9 miles to reach Strachur. On arrival in Strachur continue on the A815 passing the petrol station continue travelling for 1 ½ miles and Alderburn can be found on the left-hand side of the road.