5 bed detached house for sale in Arran

Property highlight: Fantastic detached villa boasting an enviable waterfront setting and breath-taking open views.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to purchase this fantastic detached villa, built-in 2006 in Corrie on the Isle of Arran, considered by many to be the most beautiful village on island. Boasting an enviable waterfront setting and breath-taking open views, the villa offers flexible and spacious accommodation including five bedrooms, a generous open-plan living area, a dining kitchen, and three bathrooms, plus a private garden and a large driveway. Currently a successful holiday let, the property could continue to be used as such or could also represent an outstanding family home in a picturesque location. Approached via the driveway, the home instantly endears with its handsome sandstone exterior, Ballachulish slate roof, and cast iron gutters, giving the first glimpse of the high-quality interiors to follow. The front door opens into a welcoming porch, handy for wet coats and muddy shoes, which leads through to the open-plan living accommodation ahead. Offering dedicated yet flowing spaces for relaxation and dining, the room comprises a living area, a dining space, and a sun room (with French doors onto the garden), with wonderful, far-reaching views enjoyed from the front-facing windows. A delightful wood-burning stove takes centre stage in the room and ensures a warm and welcoming atmosphere all year round. The kitchen is conveniently accessed from here and offers further space for seated dining, perfect for casual family meals and socialising while cooking. The kitchen is fitted with handsome solid wood cabinets, spacious worktops, and splashback tiling, with appliances including a Range-style cooker with an extractor hood, an integrated fridge/freezer, and a dishwasher. A handy adjoining utility room (with a WC and external access) A handy adjoining utility room (with a WC and external access) with additional cabinetry and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. One of the home's five double bedrooms is also located on the ground floor, accessed from the living area. Neutrally decorated and fitted with oak-inspired flooring, the room offers versatility and options for use and is supplemented by an en-suite shower room. An open staircase from the living area leads to a landing (with storage) on the first floor, where the remaining four bedrooms and a family bathroom can be found. The sleeping areas are all identically-styled to the downstairs bedroom with the same décor and flooring and are accompanied by built-in wardrobes. The front-facing rooms take advantage of the villa's waterfront setting with spectacular views, whilst the rear-facing rooms overlook the garden and enjoy a sunny aspect. The principal bedroom has the additional luxury of an en-suite shower room. The family bathroom comes complete with a bathtub, twin sinks, and a WC. The home is kept warm by an electric heating system and all windows are double glazed. Externally, the villa is complemented by a good-sized, sunny rear garden featuring patios (with Caithness slabs) and gravelled seating areas, a lawn, and a wealth of mature shrubbery and trees. A shed offers handy external storage. A large front driveway provides ample private parking. NB: All furnishings are available by way of separate negotiation. Area Driftwood is situated in very enjoyable rural surroundings, located in the coastal village of Corrie, on the eastern side of the popular west coast of Scotland's, Isle of Arran. Corrie is an attractive village with the ‘Mara Fish Bar & Deli', church, village hall, the Corrie Hotel and 2 separate harbours. For the avid golfer, Corrie has its own 9 hole, 3896 yard golf course on the hillside above, offering magnificent views over the Firth of Clyde. Brodick Golf Course is nearby and offers an 18 hole course, surrounded by spectacular scenery, and is a mixture of parkland and links. Corrie lies 6 miles north of Brodick, which is the largest village on the island, and offers visitors the best selection of services on Arran. Here you will find a range of shops, cafes, restaurants and hotels. Both primary and secondary schooling is available on the island. Corrie and Brodick both have reputable primary schools and Arran High School is situated in Lamlash, only a 20-minute drive from Corrie. Brodick is the port from which regular sailings throughout the day, serviced by Caledonian MacBrayne, lead to the mainland at Ardrossan. Commuters and travellers now benefit from Road Equivalent Tarrif (RET) ferry fares, which are substantially lower than before. Ardrossan has a main line rail station, with trains to Glasgow that connect with the ferry times, and is approximately 30 miles from Glasgow City Centre. Prestwick International Airport is 16 miles to the south of Ardrossan, with Glasgow International.