5 Bedroom Property for Sale in Glencairn Road

5 bedrooms
4 reception rooms
Burndale fitted kitchen
Various stores
Gardens with pond

Freehold

SITUATION:
Lindores commands an idyllic setting within the select and affluent West Renfrewshire village of Kilmacolm. Privately situated amidst expertly planned, imaginatively conceived grounds, the property is set within around one acre of tree lined gardens. Kilmacolm lies 17 miles to the west of Glasgow and is set on the north side of the picturesque Gryffe Valley, surrounded by some of West Renfrewshire's picturesque and unspoilt scenery. Widely acknowledged as one of Scotland's most prosperous villages, Kilmacolm is reputed to have more millionaires per capita than any other village in Scotland and is characterised by a wealth of handsome, high calibre family homes.With a population of around 4,500 the village is a thriving community with a heritage dating back to 1600 BC and has enjoyed a remarkable history, with Roman influence, and takes its name from the dedication of its ancient church of St Columba of Iona. The village has a great deal to offer all ages with a broad range of social activities, often centred around the local golf, tennis, squash and bowling clubs.The village boasts an excellent primary school and the widely renowned St Columba's independent school has a distinguished academic record. Pick up points are to be found within the village for Glasgow's highly reputable private schools which include Glasgow and Kelvinside Academies, The High School of Glasgow, St Aloysius' and Craigholm School for Girls.The beautiful countryside surrounding the village provides first class trout and salmon fishing and caters for the pursuits of outdoor enthusiasts with the Sustrans Cycle Track providing access to Greater Glasgow and central Scotland in general.Glasgow International Airport is within 10 miles and the M8 provides high speed commuter links to the commercial centres of central Scotland. The village provides a frequent bus service to the city and rail connections are to be found at Johnston, seven miles away.Glasgow was voted a European City of Culture in 1990 and is widely regarded as one of the leading UK cities for retail space, boasting many shopping complexes including Braehead, Buchanan Galleries, Silverburn and the St Enoch Centre. Cultural interests are catered for with the provision of the newly refurbished Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Transport Museum, the Science Centre, the Royal Concert Hall, theatres, the Burrell Collection within Pollok Park and many other places of interest.

DESCRIPTION:
Inspired and designed by the renowned architect Austin Laird, Lindores is a home of considerable charm and stature set amidst a select avenue of impressive, detached family homes. The home is afforded a considerable measure of privacy by the many prominent deciduous trees within its walled boundaries and possesses southerly delightful views, over the Gryffe Valley.The property's principal apartments are orientated on the south facing elevation, taking full advantage of delightful vistas over the beautifully landscaped gardens and beyond to unspoilt countryside.The property is approached by a sweeping tree lined, gated driveway and is of traditional construction with pitched and rosemary tiled roof distinguished by stone architectural features.The home has retained a wealth of craftsman features including timber panelling, an inglenook style fireplace, leaded glazed windows, internal stained glass panelling, working fireplaces and French doors to a secluded veranda. The adaptable ground floor accommodation consists of an entrance vestibule, a cloakroom which provides access to a downstairs washroom, a broad welcoming hallway on open plan to a study/sitting area, a generous double bay windowed drawing room with a delightful fireplace, an impressive family/sitting room, a charming dining room with French doors to a veranda, a morning room/study, a Burndale fitted kitchen, utility room, boiler room, pantry, larder and downstairs toilet.The first floor provides four substantial double bedrooms, fifth twin bedroom, two family bathrooms and a separate toilet. The home has gas central heating and is partially double glazed. The aesthetically appealing double garage features an enclosed courtyard with car washing bay, gardener's toilet, tool shed and lumber room.The expansive grounds offer a secure, child friendly environment with a wealth of plant life and an ornamental fish pond and have been structured to afford a high degree of privacy. The fastidious owners have maintained and developed the garden lovingly over many years and it is without doubt one of the primary attractions of this fine family home.

ACCOMMODATION:
- Entrance vestibule - Cloakroom - Downstairs washroom - Characterful, generously proportioned reception hall - Open plan study/sitting area - Double bay windowed drawing room - Dining room - Impressive sitting/family room - Morning/breakfast room - Burndale fitted kitchen - 5 bedrooms (4 double) - 2 principal bathrooms - 2 WCs - Utility room - Boiler room - Pantry and larder - Double garage - Cellar house - Gardener's WC - Lumber store - Coal shed - Delightful, beautifully landscaped grounds with ornamental pond

DIRECTIONS:
From central Glasgow proceed west on the M8 for 10 miles. Leave the M8 at junction 29 and take the A737 signposted to Irvine. Proceed for just under 3 miles and take the Johnson exit. Turn right at the traffic lights and proceed for approximately a quarter of a mile, turning left at the major roundabout onto the A761. Proceed through Brookfield and Bridge of Weir and continue onto Kilmacolm. On entering the village turn first right onto Houston Road. Take the first left onto Glencairn Road, Lindores is located 150 yards ahead on the left hand side.