* Freehold
* A traditional detached Villa
* Built in 1873 by the Duke of Montrose
* Previously used as a B&B - 7 bedrooms, each with an Ensuite (some of the suites have been removed)
* A separate 2 bedroom cottage that can be used for B&B purposes
* A large mature garden with a hedge on the periphery for privacy
* A timber home office or family room with a decked area
One of the most recognisable and iconic detached villas in Drymen, The
Hawthorns was built in 1873 by The Duke of Montrose and has been successfully
run as a Bed and Breakfast, regularly achieving the number 1 position within
the area. The Hawthorns also benefits from a separate 2 - bedroom cottage located
within the grounds. This
offers a great deal of flexibility to have a family home, with an additional
cottage rental income, or to run The Hawthorns again as Bed and Breakfast and
stay in the cottage. You may also like a family
home with separate cottage, perfect for elderly parents that wish to downsize
and live with the family, but also enjoy their independence.
The Hawthorns is a quiet oasis with its beautiful garden, yet is located right
in the heart of the village within walking distance of local amenities such as
bars, restaurants, Primary school and
local independent terms of accommodation, the property is entered by a large
porch and from there into a bright
and welcoming reception hallway with staircase. There is lovely formal lounge
with focal fireplace and bay window overlooking the garden, a very spacious
formal dining room, a commercial grade
kitchen, office, utility room and three versatile bedrooms located to the rear
of the property. The staircase accesses the upper landing where the
accommodation includes four ensuite bedrooms
(some ensuite sanitary fittings have been removed) and a linen cupboard. The
principal bedroom benefits from a dressing room and ensuite shower room with
corner bath.
Outside, there is a beautiful garden. The garden is laid mainly to lawn with
an excellent selection of herbaceous plants and shrubs in its borders. There
are mature trees and a mature hedge on the
periphery ensuring a great deal of privacy. The garden also benefits from a
garden home office with decking area. South facing, the Hawthorns enjoys
magnificent views of the Campsie hills.
The Cottage
The Cottage offers upgraded accommodation, comprising open plan
lounge/dining/kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. There is also a workshop to
the rear. The cottage offers a multitude of
uses, to include an amazing holiday let, perfectly serving the West Highland
Way, or Air BnB, or for a relative that wishes to stay next to family with
independence. Off street parking is in abundance
with a lovely courtyard and an additional access from the North of the
property.
Location
The Hawthorns offers the perfect setting amidst the quaint village of Drymen.
The surrounding area offers some of Scotland’s finest scenery, including Loch
Lomond and the Arrochar Alps. Loch
Lomond is crossed by the Highland boundary fault and the physical
characteristics of lowland and highland Scotland can be seen within a few
miles of each other. The village of Drymen is a charming conservation village,
with its own primary school, village
shops, pubs, hotels, butcher and bakery. The area is well placed for commuting
to Glasgow (18 miles), Glasgow Airport (22 miles) and Edinburgh Airport (50
miles). There is a rail service from
Balloch Station to Glasgow. There are a number of private schools within
Glasgow such as High
School of Glasgow, Glasgow Academy and Kelvinside Academy which has a direct
bus service from Drymen, as does Lomond School in Helensburgh. The house is
within the catchment of Balfron
High school which has its own bus service and is highly regarded.
EPC Band E

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