5 bed detached bungalow for sale in Stirling

An opportunity has arisen to purchase a charming family home set within exceptional landscaped gardens with a woodland area to the rear in this picturesque village which has a delightful atmosphere and historic landmarks. The property is ideal for country living whilst being convenient for access to the central belt of Scotland with 10 miles to Stirling and Junction 10 at the M9. For local amenities there is a shop with Post Office, public house and Inn within Kippen itself and coffee shop, butchers and eatery just outside the village. There is a local primary school with secondary schooling in Balfron High School. Kippen Parish Church with its superb stained glass is a well-known attraction. For outdoor pursuits walks can be enjoyed in the surrounding areas and there are facilities for fishing, cycling, horse riding and tennis. Access to the M80 and M9 at Junction 10 can be gained conveniently from the property and from there to the central motorway network to Edinburgh and Glasgow and a railway connection can be taken from nearby Stirling. The Gargunnock and Fintry Hills surround the village of Kippen and there are views from the rear of the property to Ben Ledi. The house is also well situated for access to Loch Lomond and to the Trossachs National Park. This unique family home is set within delightful gardens with mature woodland and the area has been set out with lawns, curved paths and borders with a variety of rhododendrons, azaleas and acers providing colour and interest at all times of the year. The detached house offers spacious accommodation on two levels and the entrance vestibule opens into a welcoming reception hall with access to the main apartments. The ground floor accommodation comprises a magnificent lounge (22' in length) with large picture window overlooking the front garden. The kitchen is well-fitted with an attractive dining area and patio doors leading on to the rear garden. A useful utility room and WC are on ground level along with bedroom number three which has an ensuite bathroom and a good-sized, well-presented studio which could be a further bedroom if required. An attractive staircase leads to the upper floor where there are three bedrooms, one with an ensuite shower room and a walk-in wardrobe. There is a further shower room. The large garage which measures 25' x 17' has double doors and windows to the front and both sides. This has great potential for other uses as well as storing vehicles and has recently been upgraded. A mature wood at the top of the garden adds interest to this charming property and the garden also includes a glasshouse and a large wood shed behind the garage. The property also has professionally installed security and CCTV. A property of this size and with the privacy it offers rarely comes on the market and to appreciate the family accommodation that it offers early viewing is recommended