CORRYVRECKAN COMRIE STREET CRIEFF

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1 CORRYVRECKAN COMRIE STREET CRIEFF

CORRYVRECKAN, 56 COMRIE STREET, CRIEFF, PERTHSHIRE A splendid period Villa, of substantial proportion, which offers a wealth of refined, beautifully-appointed family living accommodation, with

Garden Level: Lower Hall, Kitchen/Breakfast Room with open-plan Family Room, walk-in Pantry, Utility Room, Workshop/Store Room, WC and Garden Room.

Exterior: Corryvreckan presides over a delightful and secluded, landscaped garden, which extends from the house to the South and West and incorporates a lawn area, bounded by well-stocked, colourful

3 CORRYVRECKAN, 56 COMRIE STREET, CRIEFF, PERTHSHIRE A splendid period Villa, of substantial proportion, which offers a wealth of refined, beautifully-appointed family living accommodation, with elevated views to the scenic Perthshire hills. ACCOMMODATION: Ground Floor: Entrance Hall, Drawing Room, Sitting Room, Billiard Room/Dining Room, Study and Cloakroom with WC. Garden Level: Lower Hall, Kitchen/Breakfast Room with open-plan Family Room, walk-in Pantry, Utility Room, Workshop/Store Room, WC and Garden Room. First Floor: Master Bedroom with en-suite Shower Room, two further en-suite double Bedrooms, a third double Bedroom and Family Bathroom. Exterior: Corryvreckan presides over a delightful and secluded, landscaped garden, which extends from the house to the South and West and incorporates a lawn area, bounded by well-stocked, colourful borders, and two patio terraces, positioned to capture the sun at different points in the day. To one side of the house, there is a fenced chicken run, with purpose-built timber chicken coop. At the periphery of the garden there is a private block-paved car-parking area, with room for two cars and a tall set of timber gates to Burrell street. SITUATION: Corryvreckan is located in a desirable and elevated position in the historic Spa town of Crieff, within walking distance of the central amenities. The main town of Strathearn, Crieff sits on the southern edge of the Scottish Highlands. It services the surrounding rural hinterland with a wide range of facilities including a Supermarket, Doctor s Surgery, Dental Practice and a modern Swimming & Leisure Centre. The gentrified town also hosts an eclectic mix of independent shops and quality restaurants, as well as well-regarded local businesses, including the Crieff Hydro Hotel. The public and independent schools of Crieff are within walking distance of the property, including the well-regarded Ardvreck Preparatory School and Morrisons Academy. Other local Private Schooling can be found at Glenalmond College, Strathallan, Craigclowan (Perth) and Kilgraston (Bridge of Earn).

The scenic Perthshire countryside which bounds the town supports a wealth of recreational activities and country pursuits, including hill walking, cycling, fishing, golf and horse-riding.

5 miles) to the south and offers some of the top Golf Courses in Scotland, a Spa and Country Club as well as a range of other Sporting and Leisure activities.

4 The scenic Perthshire countryside which bounds the town supports a wealth of recreational activities and country pursuits, including hill walking, cycling, fishing, golf and horse-riding. The internationally renowned Gleneagles Hotel is situated approximately 16.9km (10.5 miles) to the south and offers some of the top Golf Courses in Scotland, a Spa and Country Club as well as a range of other Sporting and Leisure activities. The County Town of Perth is easily accessed and has an excellent variety of Shopping, Business and high quality Restaurants and Bars to choose from. Leisure facilities include two Sport Centres, an Ice Rink and Swimming Pool. There is National Hunt Racing and Polo at Scone Palace. Locally, recreational activities include Golf, Hill Walking, Fishing and an array of other country pursuits as well as a wide range of equestrian activities. DESCRIPTION Corryvreckan is a fine example of a semidetached, period Villa, which has been refurbished, with flare and style, to incorporate contemporary fixtures within a tasteful and sophisticated interior design, which befits the age of the property. The handsome traditional features, including ceiling mouldings, timber flooring and fireplaces, are complemented by the highest quality of fabrics and finishes including walnut flooring, contemporary downlighting, designer bathroom fixtures and underfloor heating in each of the en-suites and the Family Bathroom. The statuesque, sandstone façade of Corryvreckan is set beneath a pitched slate roof and distinguished by period adornments including finials and striking blond quoins. From Comrie Street, steps lead up to the formal entrance to the house, which is sheltered beneath an impressive, decorated stone porch. From the Hall, a glass panelled doors leads into the Drawing Room, which is lavish in both its proportion and finish, lending it to opulent, formal entertaining. The room is governed by a most handsome timber fireplace, which is set around an ornamental, cast iron grate and complete with a grand over mantel, with traditional mirror inserts. Beyond the threshold there is an inviting Vestibule, which is finished with traditional chequered tiling. Storm doors, set within a glass paneled partition, invite through into the Main Hall; an impressive space, decorated with period features, which allude to the heritage of the property, including timber flooring, plain cornicing and ceiling corbels. An original timber staircase, rises to the First Floor, beneath which there is a Cloaks Cupboard. It is complemented by a wealth of traditional detailing, including cornicing and picture railing, a ceiling rose and a shelved recess, and classic timber flooring. A splendid bay window is positioned at one end of the room, providing a superb outlook over the formal garden and the periphery of the town, to the Perthshire hills. The Sitting Room is an equally elegant reception space, which is finished with timber flooring, classic cornicing and picture railing and a simple ceiling rose. A striking tripartite window, with carved wooden architraves and stained glass panes, casts natural light across the room and there is also a deep, box bay window, which protrudes to the West and has similar stained glass inserts. There is another, flexible reception room, which is currently utilised as a Games Room and can easily be imagined as a formal Dining Room, with timber flooring, cornicing and a traditional recess with shelving and a cabinet. It also features a tall dual window, which retains stained glass window panes. Off the Hall, there is a Cloakroom, with a W.C. and pedestal wash hand basin, finished with classic floor tiling. A pair of glass paneled doors lead into a bright landing area, with a staircase to the Garden Level, which features traditional timber balustrades. The bright room has space for a Study or home office and benefits from a window to the South, with a delightful view over the garden. The Garden level functions as the heart of the home, and has been successfully configured to provide dynamic and free-flowing accommodation, which allows for effortless and relaxed contemporary living. The lower Hallway; an expansive thoroughfare, opens naturally into the vast living space, which incorporates a Kitchen, with dining area, and a large Family Room or lounge. the open-plan layout supports a sociable family lifestyle, as well as providing ample room for entertaining much larger groups when the occasion demands. A traditional, exterior door, provides access directly out to the side of the property, where there is a sheltered gravel area, with a flagstone patio; the ideal spot for alfresco dining in warmer weather. The Kitchen itself has been finished in a timeless image, with an array of classic wall and floor units, accented by polished granite work-surfaces. A traditional Belfast sink, juxtaposed with a modern swan-neck mixer tap, is set beneath a window overlooking the side garden. The impressive Leisure Range, set beneath a hood with extractor fan, contributes a contemporary edge, and offers five gas hobs, two ovens and a grill, a warming drawer and an electric hot-plate. There is ample room for a dining table beneath a tall, bay window which protrudes out to the garden and casts natural light over the expanse.

Workshop or Storeroom, and a Laundry/Utility Room, which has practical work-surfaces, with space beneath for white goods, and an additional bowl sink with a swan neck mixer tap.

5 Off the lower Hallway, there are a series of rooms, which service the rigmarole of family life and offer a mass of storage space. They include a neatly appointed WC, complete with a wash hand basin and a deep storage cupboard, housing the hot water tank; a Larder, which is fitted with shelving and has a door to a large internal Workshop or Storeroom, and a Laundry/Utility Room, which has practical work-surfaces, with space beneath for white goods, and an additional bowl sink with a swan neck mixer tap. There is also a deep storage cupboard, beneath the staircase. The accommodation at this level is completed by a bright Garden Room, utilised as an occasional lounge. It has a pair of windows to the South and a door out to a sun terrace; a delightful flagstone platform, set above the landscape garden, which is sheltered by the party wall and offers the ideal spot to indulge in the Southerly aspect. The Bedroom accommodation is located on the First Floor and is divided across two landings, each accessed from the main staircase, which is truncated at the mid-way point. A delightful cupola, with stained glass detailing, floods natural light over the stairwell. The Master Bedroom suite, positioned off the first landing, is sumptuous in proportion and governed by a bay window, with a spectacular, elevated outlook over Crieff, to the surrounding Perthshire countryside. The room has retained ornate cornicing and has been decorated with quality, walnut flooring. The en-suite is beautifully appointed with mosaic-style tiling to dado height level and features high quality fixtures, including a deluge, power Shower, a W.C. and a wash hand basin. From the first landing, there is a second, large double bedroom, which shares in the glorious Southerly aspect with a tall window, framing the scenic view. It is adjacent to a most luxurious Family Bathroom, which features limestone tiling, a contemporary roll-top bath, with an elegant, free-standing, swan-neck tap and a picture window, capturing the scenic view to the Perthshire hills. There is also a separate shower cubicle with a deluge head, a W.C. and a contemporary wash hand basin atop a vanity cabinet, with stylish under-unit lighting. Continuing to the second landing, there are a further two en-suite double bedrooms, both of which are handsomely proportioned, affording ample room for double or twin accommodation, and dual aspect, with tall windows. One of the bedrooms is fitted with wardrobes. Both of the en-suites are appointed with stylish tiling to the walls and floors and are appointed with a contemporary wash hand basin, a W.C. and a deluge, power shower.

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7 Externally, the garden has been meticulously landscaped, with flare, creating a secluded and tranquil haven, which is screened by mature specimen trees, including maple and pine, and tall hedging. In the centre, there is an area of lawn which is margined by burgeoning herbaceous borders, which are serviced by an irrigation system. An array of exterior lights are integrated within the garden, which illuminate the area, to great effect, into the evening and at night. To one side of the house, there is a large gravel area with a sheltered patio terrace and a fenced chicken run, with a purpose-built timber coop. A path intersects the lawn area, leading down to an area of private car parking, with space for two cars, and an impressive set of tall, timber gates to the street. GENERAL REMARKS AND INFORMATION: Viewing Arrangements: Viewing is strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents. Satellite Navigation For the benefit of those with satellite navigation, the property s postcode is PH7 4AX Fixtures and Fittings Only items specifically mentioned in the particulars of sale are included in the sale price. The mirror cabinets in the en-suite shower rooms and the LG Fridge/Freezer, wine fridge and island unit in the Kitchen, are all available by way of separate negotiation. Date of Entry Entry on vacant possession will be mutual arrangement. Services Mains electric, water, gas and drainage. Telephone subject to BT regulations. EPC Rating D Offers: Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co at 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6DH. A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed later. Please note that interested parties are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order that they may be advised should a closing date be set. The seller reserves the right to accept any offer at any time. Websites This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co can be viewed on our website at as well as our affiliated websites at and Servitude Rights, Burdens & Wayleaves The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above...j- Particulars and Plans These particulars and plan are believed to be correct but they are in no way guaranteed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation nor in any circumstances give grounds for action at law. Home Report A Home Report incorporating a Single Survey, Energy Performance Certificate and Property Questionnaire is available for parties genuinely interested in this property. Please contact us, either by telephone or via the website entry for this property, to request a copy. No charge is made for electronic copies; a paper copy can also be made available from our offices or by post, at a charge to cover reproduction administrative costs.

8 Important Notice Rettie & Co, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and it should not be assumed that the property remains as photographed. Any error, omission or mis-statement shall not annul the sale, or entitle any party to compensation or recourse to action at law. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents, including for its current use. Rettie & Co. have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and ought to seek their own professional advice. 3. All descriptions or references to condition are given in good faith only. Whilst every endeavour is made to ensure accuracy, please check with us on any points of especial importance to you, especially if intending to travel some distance. No responsibility can be accepted for expenses incurred in inspecting properties which have been sold or withdrawn. Misrepresentations 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6DH The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent. 2. The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into contact in reliance on the said statements, that he has satisfied himself as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property. 3. Any error, omission or mis-statement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action. Edinburgh Glasgow Melrose Berwick Upon Tweed Newcastle Upon Tyne London

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