4 bed flat for sale

West Douglas Drive, Helensburgh, Argyll And Bute G84

Slater Hogg & Howison, Helensburgh are delighted and proud to offer this substantial home of considerable stature and distinguished architectural heritage onto today's open and competitive market.

This truly outstanding lower conversion is laid out over two levels extending to 290 sqm and forms part of one of Helensburgh's most distinguished detached residences which was designed by the renowned and much admired architect, William Leiper in the latter stages of the 19th century.

This handsome, 'B' listed commodious lower conversion is set within its very own private, generously proportioned, tree-lined and well stocked garden grounds and is approached by a sweeping driveway which leads to ample parking space.

Positioned in the prestigious upper west enclave of Helensburgh, 'Tordarroch' exhibits a grandeur which is synonymous of homes of this period and has many of its original architectural features retained. Commonly associated with William Leiper, these include classical period fireplaces, deep moulded architraves and skirtings, a stunning wood panelled reception hall, stained glass windows, picture and dado rails, display cases, quality wood flooring, and ornate ceiling cornice work.

The property comprises - entrance porch, vestibule, broad and welcoming timber panelled reception hall leading to a magnificent oriel windowed drawing / family room, grand dining room / lounge with feature fireplaces, handy study/office/store room. There is a fabulous master bedroom and an additional guest room / bedroom four off the lounge an inner hallway provides three generous built-in storage cupboards, pantry, and gives further access to a country styled breakfasting kitchen, utility room, laundry room, shower room with double shower together with a family bathroom.

Upstairs there two further generous double bedrooms and newly equipped shower room. Further features include gas fired central heating system, a detached single garage (with power). Garden store/shed and Summer house (with power supply).

'Tordarroch' is conveniently positioned less than 600 yards from Upper Helensburgh Train Station and is less than three quarters of a mile from the co-educational Lomond School (renowned for its distinguished academic record).

Helensburgh, lying on the north shore of the Clyde estuary, provides two train stations with regular services to Glasgow City Centre, broad selection of shops, 2 metro stores, health care facilities, restaurants, bars, cafes, coffee shops, parish churches, Victoria Halls, places of historic interest, working pier, and several parks.

Sport enthusiasts enjoy a wide range of facilities within the town which includes - sailing, tennis, squash, cricket, football, bowling clubs.

Loch Lomond and other areas of natural beauty within the Lomond National Park can be found within 5 miles of the property.

Early internal inspection is certainly recommended as, the selling agents do anticipate a swift and fruitful response from their marketing endeavours...Call any of the friendly and accommodating team at our Helensburgh Office on to book your visit.