Buchanan School House Milton of Buchanan
Offers Over £400,000
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- 3
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- 1711 sq. ft.
Built in the 1820s, Buchanan School House is a traditional stone built detached family home sitting on the banks of the Burn of Mar. This former School Master’s house is set amongst beautiful countryside in the picturesque village of Milton of Buchanan which lies just one mile from the banks of Loch Lomond.
Property Description
Built in the 1820s, Buchanan School House is a traditional stone built detached family home sitting on the banks of the Burn of Mar. This former School Master’s house is set amongst beautiful countryside in the picturesque village of Milton of Buchanan which lies just one mile from the banks of Loch Lomond.
This wonderfully unique home is tastefully decorated throughout and boasts an array of original features including picture and dado rails, shutters, doors, sky light, floors and fireplaces.
On entering the property, you are greeted with a warm and welcoming reception hallway with attractive dado rail and church pew seating. The elegant lounge features a multi fuel burner with gorgeous stone surround and has a striking double glazed sash and case window formation which retains the original shutters. On the ground floor there is a substantial bedroom which could be utilised as an additional public room if desired.
The property has a beautiful galley style kitchen with separate utility room providing access to the garden. Off the kitchen is a superb open plan breakfast room leading to a striking garden/dining room. The garden room really is stunning with amazing views and an abundance of windows allow natural light to flood into the room. French doors provide direct access to the decking and rear garden which overlook the Burn of Mar and the rolling open countryside.
A pretty staircase leads to the upper accommodation where there are two excellently proportioned ensuite bedrooms, each with a large bank of fitted wardrobes. Additionally, there is a large walk in store room. On the half landing, there is a further double bedroom and a separate family bathroom with free standing bath, rainfall shower, double sink and wc.
To the rear, there is a decked and patio area overlooking the Burn of Mar which provides amazing views across the Old Mill Pond and the delightful Creiti Hall woodland. This really is a stunning location where king fishers, squirrels and different species of fish can be spotted. The property further benefits from two storage outbuildings, one of which has been fully insulated and has power installed.
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Local Area
Milton of Buchanan lies between the picturesque villages of Drymen and the simply breath-taking Balmaha which together offer an extensive range of amenities including shops, cafes, restaurants, bank, butcher, chemist and medical centre. Balmaha itself sits on the banks of Loch Lomond and the area remains an ever popular tourist destination due to picturesque scenery as well as offering an extensive choice for the outdoor enthusiast. There are a range of renowned low level and more challenging walks, including that of the nearby Conic Hill, and there are a range of water pursuits available on the Loch itself.
The area offers a wealth of outdoor activities including walking, hill walking, cycling, golf, tennis, fishing, horse riding, and a Spa and leisure facility at a local hotel. Loch Lomond is the ideal environment for the sailing and water sports enthusiasts. The village of Drymen boasts a plethora of interesting clubs and societies. It is positioned in the Loch Lomond and Trossach’s National Park and is the gateway to the east side of Loch Lomond. Drymen is a charming and picturesque village, built around a village square, with a handful of small shops, hotels and a historic village pub. There is an excellent primary school available in Drymen and, close to the village, excellent secondary education is available at Balfron High School; a short bus ride away.
Travel Directions
Buchanan School House, Milton of Buchanan, By Drymen, G63 0JE
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Branch Details
Branch Address
4 Canniesburn Toll,
Bearsden,
G61 2QU
Tel: 0141 942 5888
Email: bearsdenenq@corumproperty.co.uk
Opening Hours
Mon – 9 - 5.30pm
Tue – 9 - 8pm
Wed – 9 - 8pm
Thu – 9 - 8pm
Fri – 9 - 5.30pm
Sat – 9.30 - 1pm
Sun – 12 - 3pm