Exceptional 1930s mansion house in private setting

Description

Perryston House is an exceptional mansion house that has been beautifully maintained since its conception in the 1930s. This elegant home sits in an enviable position surrounded by approximately 10 acres of land comprising a paddock, lush green lawns, mature gardens and trees. It was designed to take full advantage of the prime location and topography with sought after sea views over the Firth of Clyde and absolute privacy.

Reached by a long tree lined driveway that leads to the main entrance of the home, this approach has been well planned to include a turning circle and ample parking both externally and internally with garage parking for two vehicles.

The main accommodation is substantial and extends to approximately 9,018 sq ft over three floors, offering versatile living space depending on a buyer’s needs: for example, the east wing could be annexed as a separate self-contained residence, perfect for multi-generational living. Perryston House is brimming with features including an imposing staircase, fireplaces, wood panelling in some rooms and stunning Art Deco bathrooms complemented by original Vitrolite glass wall tiles.

The accommodation begins with the entrance hall and main staircase to the upper landing. Off the reception hall the main drawing room features views over the garden, a stunning blonde sandstone fireplace and French doors leading through to a superb sunroom with sliding doors accessing a paved patio. The library, also off the entrance hall, has a bright and peaceful atmosphere with inset bookcases and cabinetry, focal fireplace and views over the rear lawn. The dining room has large picture windows on three sides of the room allowing plenty of light and looking onto the garden; a single door leads to the hallway that connects to the entrance hall with the kitchen off.

The country style kitchen with dining area and adjacent larder is well equipped and features granite worktops, high quality wall and floor mounted fitted cabinets along with high spec built in Neff appliances including microwave, three ovens and induction hob. A door leads outside to the rear of the house and patio sitting area. This is a fantastic social area and the heart of the home.

The previously mentioned east wing is home to a second staircase, family room, study, two bedrooms, bathroom, utility room and offers versatile accommodation. A cloakroom/WC and storeroom complete this ground floor level.

The first floor begins with an extremely spacious and bright landing and hallway leading to an exquisite principal bedroom with a luxurious Art Deco en suite bathroom, spacious dressing room and balcony looking over the garden and grounds. There are a further five well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which have en suite bathrooms, and a wonderful family bathroom, again in Art Deco style, shower room, linen cupboard and storeroom make up the remaining first floor accommodation.

The lower ground floor is a fantastic practical space, currently used as a workshop with gun room, log store and boiler room.

The gardens and grounds surrounding Perryston House are immaculately maintained and a credit to the current owners, with large expanses of lawn and a wide variety of mature trees and shrubs with evergreen hedging providing additional privacy. To the front of the property is a paddock perfect for horses or hobby livestock.

Location

Perryston House is a stunning country house occupying a totally secluded and private setting nestled at the foot of the Carrick Hills overlooking the Heads of Ayr and out towards the Isle of Arran. It is situated approximately 3.9 miles from Ayr and around 3.1 miles from the fishing village of Dunure.

The established market town of Ayr has a wide range of excellent services including a cinema and shops, three large supermarkets, together with a variety of restaurants, bars and sports facilities. The local primary school in Doofoot is a short drive away; Wellington School is a highly regarded private co-educational school in Ayr while state secondary schools include Belmont Academy and Queen Margaret Academy. Ayr has a mainline railway station with a regular service to Glasgow and beyond.

Glasgow Airport is approximately 45 miles to the north by road and Prestwick Airport is around 8 miles away. The city of Glasgow is easily accessible by rail and road via the M77 in a journey time of about 45 minutes.

Ayrshire is renowned for its many golf courses including the world famous facilities at Turnberry. The Royal Troon and Prestwick courses, both former Open Championship venues, are also close by. The popular racecourse in Ayr holds the Scottish Grand National and there are yacht marinas at Troon, Ardrossan and Largs. Alloway, south of Ayr, is famous as the birthplace of Robert Burns. In addition to golf and sailing, the Ayrshire coastline is famous for its beautiful beaches and vistas.

Square Footage: 9,018 sq ft