2015-05-09

Thornwood is a large two storey end of terrace house built circa early 1900?s with distinctive red sandstone frontage.

The house is located in a prime area from where it occupies a west facing position commanding wonderful uninterrupted views across Stair Park towards the Firth of Clyde, Arran, the Kintyre Peninsula and Ailsa Craig.

The property has been well maintained by the present owners of 6 years and the interior is attractively presented and in good decorative order throughout. There are a number of period features retained including decorative cornice and centre ceiling roses, doors, skirtings and architraves, impressive timber balustrade and acid etched glass panel in the front inner door.

Windows are double glazed in uPVC casements and central heating is by way of gas.

The accommodation comprises: Entrance Vestibule with terrazzo floor; Hall with staircase with impressive timber balustrade; Living Room has a wide bay window to front from where there is an excellent sea view. Decorative cornice and centre rose. Painted timber/ornamental fire surround and adjacent to the fire is an arched alcove. To the rear of the house is a Bedroom but equally this space could be utilised as a dining room or study.The Sitting Room cum Dining Room has a rear facing window and from this room is a timber/glass door with Rennie Mackintosh style motif through to the Kitchen. The kitchen is an excellent space fitted with a good range of cabinets extending at base and wall mounted levels and further incorporating integrated ceramic hob, stainless steel extractor canopy and column mounted oven. The units extend to provide a breakfast bar and dining table. Upstairs there is a wide landing with double glazed roof light over stair well. From the landing there is access off to 3 Bedrooms and Bathroom. Bedroom 1 is an impressive space with wide bay window to front from where the very best of the sea view can be enjoyed. The room has decorative cornice and centre rose together with a shelved alcove. Bedroom 2 is to the rear of the house and is a double. The third bedroom is to the front of the house and is a generous single. The room enjoys a super sea view. Completing the accommodation is a spacious bathroom with window to rear. The bathroom is fitted with w.c., wash hand basin, corner bath and separate shower stall with electric shower unit.

The house stands within a well kept and established garden. The front area is enclosed by low level wall and neatly maintained privet hedge. The lawn has a planted border. There is pathway up to the front door and this path continues beyond a side gate affording access to the rear. The back area is walled and is sheltered and private and comprises a large level lawn with planted border and a path running up to a timber shed and timber garage. There is patio area at the immediate rear of the house. The existing garage which is of timber frame formation is approximately 19? 8? x 9? 8??. While serving its purpose the garage is in need of some repair and in fact had our clients been staying they would have been replacing the garage.

This is a handsome property. An ideal family home. In a good location convenient for all local amenities. Viewing is strongly recommended.

£ 195000

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