MURRAY HOUSE, MUIRHALL ROAD, PERTH PH2 7BJ Guide Price 770,000

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1 MURRAY HOUSE, MUIRHALL ROAD, PERTH PH2 7BJ Guide Price 770,000 McCASH HUNTER & Solicitors & Estate Agents Solicitors & Estate Agents

2 Rare to the market, this impressive detached Victorian House enjoys a superb, secluded location in the prestigious Kinnoull area, convenient for all Perthshire s business, shopping and leisure amenities, all within a short drive of the outer-ring motorway network at Kinfauns, which in turn provides links to all major Scottish cities and airports. Perth and its surrounding area boast a wealth of both state and private schools, including Glenalmond College, Strathallan, Kilgraston and Craigclowan, all of which lie within easy driving distance. Perth Concert Hall is complemented by the long-established Perth Theatre, adding to the many restaurants, artistic and leisure facilities already on offer in the Fair City. The substantial property, built circa 1890, is a fine example of late Victorian architecture, and has retained much of its original character and charm. Standing in excess of one acre of landscaped secluded garden and grounds, the house offers elegant, beautifully-appointed accommodation to the prospective purchasers comprising three public rooms and sunroom, study, breakfasting-kitchen, utility, cellar, five bedrooms (1e/s), dressing room/den, and luxury family bathroom. Rooms are spacious with superb high ceilings, windows are mostly sash and case style, a there is also a solid fuel Jetmaster fire to the lounge, and wood/ coal-burner to the contemporary living room. There is an impressive staircase with hand-crafted banister and balustrades, and panelled doors, together with original ceiling cornicing, reflecting the ambience of an earlier era. Gas central-heating is installed and there is ample storage facilities and stylish, tasteful decor throughout. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a substantial residence, in an enviable location. Early viewing is very highly recommended to appreciate the presentation of this impressive property. Home report valuation 780,000

3 ENTRANCE PORCH Covered, stone entrance, with window to side and original, panelled door to vestibule. VESTIBULE Spacious, with window to front of property. Amtico decorative flooring; part-glazed door to reception hall. RECEPTION HALL Large, welcoming hall, giving access to all rooms and leading through to inner hall. Impressive staircase to upper floor; storage cupboard housing electric meters; deep skirtings; ample space for occasional furniture; telephone point. DINING ROOM x 13 9 (5.13m x 4.19m approx) Well-presented room, with window to side gardens. Shelved press; tv point; oak laminate flooring; ample space for full dining furniture; decorative five-arm chandelier.

4 LOUNGE 23 6 x 16 (7.16m x 4.88m approx) This is an elegant and gracious room with superb full-length triple windows overlooking side lawns. Mantlepiece in Antique Carrara handmarbled finish, with granite hearth and solidfuel Jetmaster fire, complemented by a superb eight-arm chandelier, and hardwood oak flooring. Glazed door, with working shutters to either side, opens to the sunroom, making a perfect room for entertaining. SUNROOM 13 6 x 8 9 (4.12m x 2.27m approx) This pleasant, spacious sunroom was built in 1907 and features traditional wood skirtings and surrounds of that period, hardwood flooring, ceiling fan, and windows to three sides providing a lovely open outlook across the garden and field towards the city and surrounding countryside. LIVING ROOM 20 2 x 17 (6.15m x 5.18m approx) This well-appointed living room has a contemporary feel to it, with a Firebelly wood and coal burner on a stone hearth, and an oak mantle and recessed log store, which make an attractive

5 focal point to the room. Superb full-length triple windows overlook the rear lawns, and floods the room with natural light. Hardwood flooring; tv point with Sky connection; decorative eight-arm chandelier. CLOAKROOM Large, well appointed cloakroom, fitted with a white w.c., and wash-hand basin with tiled splashback. Window to front. STUDY 10 x 6 3 (3.05m x 1.91m approx) A useful cloaks area (not measured), also with shelved storage cupboard, leading to the study. Ample space for office furniture; window to front; telephone point with broadband connection. L-SHAPE KITCHEN 15 8 x 15 6 & 11 9 x 10.4 (4.78m x 4.72m & 3.58m x 3.15m approx) L-shape well-proportioned, spacious kitchen, enjoying a high degree of natural light from the front-facing window. Fitted with a range of white wall and base units, incorporating solid oak working surfaces, ceramic hob with stainless-steel splash back and canopy above, and oil-fired Aga which is complimented by a contrasting tiled splash back. Ample space for casual dining; tv point with Sky connection; ceiling spots; natural oak flooring; door to rear hall and utility room. Open access to an area with matching white wall and base units incorporating integral oven, microwave, and dishwasher. Free-standing upright fridge-freezer and larder fridge; stainless-steel sink with mixer taps; window to front of property; door to large walk-in larder.

6 LARDER Traditional larder, with ample shelving, incorporating useful slate working surface. REAR HALL/CLOAKS AREA Door to rear of the property; coat hooks; storage recess; door to utility. UTILITY ROOM 10 5 x 7 7 (3.18m x 2.31m approx) Generously-proportioned and fitted with a deep belfast sink with tap and tiled splashback. Plumbed for automatic washing machine; space for tumble dryer; space for furniture; two windows to rear; ceramic floor tiles. INNER HALL Door to rear garden. CELLAR From the inner hall, a door and flight of stone steps lead down to a large 6 high, well-equipped cellar recently fitted with two brand new Worcester boilers. There are three areas in the cellar which has power and light. UPPER FLOOR: HALF LANDING A splendid full-length feature window with opaque pebbled glass, makes an impressive focal point, and floods the stairwell with natural light. Wall-lights; walk-in, shelved storage cupboard. LANDING Spacious and light gallery landing, leading to bedroom accomodation and bathroom.

7 MASTER BEDROOM 17 8 x 17 (5.39m x 5.18m approx) Generously-proportioned, well-presented double bedroom, with window overlooking the rear of the property. Hardwood fitted wardrobes along one wall, with sliding doors and mirrored panel, shelving and hanging space; tasteful, stylish decor; hardwood flooring. BEDROOM x 15 6 (5.66m x 4.72m approx) Again, a charming double bedroom, with windows to the rear and to side of property. Fitted wardrobe with folding door, hanging space and shelving; two shelved presses; access to en-suite. EN-SUITE Bright and modern, fitted with w.c., wash-hand basin and separate, fully-tiled shower cubicle with mains shower. Part-tiled with contrasting tiles; Amtico flooring; wall-mounted mirror; shaver light; ceiling spots; extractor fan. BEDROOM x 17 (5.59m x 5.18m approx) Well-proportioned, tastefully decorated double bedroom, with windows to front and to side, enjoying ample natural light, and space for additional furniture. Wash-hand basin with mirror above; shelved press.

8 BEDROOM x 11 7 (3.94m x 3.53m approx) Bright and fresh, with window to front of property. Wash-hand basin. BEDROOM x 15 7 (4.98m x 4.75m approx) Spacious double bedroom, with window to front of property, and ample space for furniture. Door and steps leading down to den: DRESSING ROOM/DEN x 9 10 (5.46m x 3m approx) Ideal space currently used as a den, or sixth bedroom, however may also be suitable for conversion to an en-suite, subject to acquired planning permission. Window to front of property; coome ceiling. LUXURY BATHROOM 15 8 x 8 (4.78m x 2.44m approx) Exceptionally stylish, beautifully-appointed bathroom, fitted with white w.c.,oval wash-hand basin set on a glass-topped vanity units, freestanding oval bath, and double shower cubicle with mains shower. Wall-mounted mirror and shelved cabinet; ceramic floor tiles; window to front. Murray House stands in extensive, landscaped gardens and grounds, which have been carefully tended and maintained over the years. Access is via a secluded, rhododendron-lined drive (with Victorian style lighting), which opens out into a large, sweeping courtyard, with parking and turning for several cars. To the far side, there is a single garage, with power and light. The side and rear gardens consist mostly of well-tended terraced lawns, interspersed with mature trees and shrubs, a vegetable garden, and secluded sunterrace, a perfect spot to sit and relax. There are two garden ponds, a summerhouse (with power and light) and perimeter fencing and hedging. Fine views across open countryside to Perth and the surrounding hills, can be enjoyed from the rear of the property. GENERAL It is proposed to include all fitted floorcoverings, carpets, curtains, blinds and light fittings in the sale, together with the integral electrical appliances, upright fridge-freezer, larder fridge and summerhouse. A security alarm is also installed in the property. Certain items of furniture, may be available by separate negotiation. Entry By arrangement To View Tel. solicitors PSPC Contact number Office Ref MD/CN Council Tax Band H EPC E Rating

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11 LOCATION From the city centre, travel across the old Perth Bridge, going straight ahead at the lights, up Lochie Brae, going straight ahead at the lights, bearing right at top into Muirhall Road. Follow road up, past entrance to Murray Royal Hospital, continuing on, taking left entrance into Murray House driveway. Contains Ordnance Survey data Crown copyright and database 2012 Ground Floor First Floor

12 25 South Methven Street, Perth PH1 5ES Tel: Fax: Disclaimer: Although these particulars are believed to be accurate they are intended only to give a general description of the property. Their accuracy is not warranted and they do not form part of an offer to sell.