A private home within travelling distance of Scotland’s big two cities

A delightful traditional dwelling situated within commuting distance of larger populations is now available.

Situated in a very private and idyllic position with a peaceful outlook over the surrounding countryside, Galbraith present The Allen, Buchlyvie, in Stirlingshire.

The Allen is a charming property of traditional stone construction set under a slate roof and provides spacious and comfortable accommodation over two levels.

The Allen is located in a very private and idyllic position

The house is approached by a private driveway, which leads to a gravel parking area to the rear of the property and provides space for 4 or more vehicles.

The internal accommodation throughout the property has been finished to a high standard and includes many traditional features. It also benefits from an abundance of built-in storage space. The property benefits from a lovely aspect overlooking the surrounding countryside.

The house is entered by the main door into a porch which has an adjoining cloakroom and opens in to the music and sitting rooms. This room benefits from a log burning stove and has an adjoining study.

Comfort and space in The Allen

There is an open plan kitchen with large family dining area and French doors leading on to the patio and south facing garden. The kitchen has an oil fired Aga and traditional beams. A utility room and storage area leads to the back door and the side garden.

The bedroom accommodation in this part of the house comprises two south facing spacious bedrooms on the first floor which are served by a large family bathroom.

Leading from the sitting room, the West Wing of the property, is currently used for top-end self-catering accommodation.

The kitchen offers lots of room

The accommodation comprises a large formal lounge with log burning stove, a self contained kitchen, two further double bedrooms and another bathroom. The property benefits from its own entrance to the rear, with one of the bedrooms being located on the first floor which has access to a large floored attic space that could be used to extend the accommodation subject to the necessary planning consents.

Situated to the rear of the house and adjacent to the property there is a useful outbuilding of traditional stone with a cobbled floor.

The Allen offers a delightful country home situated in a peaceful location on the eastern boundary of The Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. The location provides much sought after privacy coupled with excellent access to village amenities with very good commuter links to Glasgow and Stirling.

The Allen is brought to the market by Galbraith

The local village of Buchlyvie about 1.2 miles to the east includes a primary school, a church, a doctor’s surgery, a village shop, a range of specialist shops, pub with bar and restaurant facilities, cafes and local bus services. The secondary school catchment area is Balfron High School for which there is a bus service for pupils. Private schools in the area include Dollar Academy, Beaconhurst School in Bridge of Allan with Morrisons Academy and Ardvreck Preparatory School both in Crieff, with a further range of independent schools in Glasgow.

The agents will consider offers over £550,000.

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