5 bedroom detached house for sale

Ferncliffe is a handsome and substantial 4/5 bedroom detached villa offering spacious and flexible family accommodation with charming period features and lovely Holy Loch views. Set behind stone walls and wrought-iron gates, the property enjoys twin driveways, a private garden, and a versatile converted garage. The ground floor includes a welcoming reception hall, bright sitting room with French doors to the raised decking, a generous dining kitchen with bay window, and a double bedroom with ensuite. Upstairs, there are four further bedrooms—one ideal as a study—plus a stylish family bathroom. The upper rooms capture fine views towards Holy Loch. The gardens are easily maintained, with a raised deck area, lawns, seating areas, mature planting, and a powered workshop. Blending warmth, character, and practicality, Ferncliffe is a hugely impressive family home in a desirable setting.

Located close to Dunoon’s bustling town centre—the heart of Cowal Peninsula—you will have access to diverse shopping options alongside leisure facilities such as welcoming pubs, restaurants, libraries, hospitals, schools (including secondary education), theatres, cinemas, swimming pools, and leisure centres—all within easy reach! For those who enjoy scenic drives or outdoor pursuits—the breathtaking landscapes surrounding Loch Lomond provide stunning vistas on your way to Glasgow via car or public transport links available nearby at Western Ferry terminal. This property represents not just a villa but also an opportunity—a chance to embrace life on Scotland’s beautiful Cowal Peninsula where adventure awaits at every turn! Do not miss this fantastic opportunity! Schedule your viewing today—this charming family home could be yours before you know it!

Accommodation
Ground Floor: Reception Hallway, Kitchen, Sitting Room, Master Bedroom & En-suite
Upper Floor: 3 Bedrooms, 5th Bedroom / Study, Family Bathroom & Mezzanine-Style Gallery

Directions
Take the main Argyll Road (A885), out of town towards Sandbank and just passed the public house ‘The Lorne’ take the second left into McArthur Street. Take the fourth turning on the left, on the corner is the convenience store ‘The top Shop’ and 126 is just along on the left.

Access
Parking is available off road and on road, the front garden is accessed through a low-level wrought iron gate with a path leading to the storm doors.

Ground Floor
Entrance & Reception Hall
5.21m x 2.14m (17’1” x 7’0”)
A welcoming reception hall entered via traditional storm doors and a glazed inner door, setting an immediate tone of warmth and character. Features include laminate flooring, intricate coving, dado rail, and an Edinburgh press with concealed storage. A casement window to the front elevation floods the reception hallway with natural light. A large radiator provides warmth, while a low height understairs cupboard offers useful additional space. A staircase leads up to the upper floor, or an internal door leads into the inner hall.

Inner Hall
A doorway opens from the reception hallway which has doors leading to the kitchen and the sitting room. A large understairs open cupboard (2.70m x 0.95m / 8’10” x 3’1”) offers plenty of storage or even could be converted into a utility room (subject to permits).

Kitchen / Dining Room
4.49m x 3.88m (14’9” x 12’9”)
A bright and sociable space ideal for family gatherings and entertaining. The room features an abundance of fitted wall and floor units topped with solid wooden work surfaces, a ceramic sink and drainer, and a range cooker with gas hob and electric oven below, plus an extractor above. Integrated dishwasher, space for large fridge-freezer, and ample room for a family dining table. The bay window to the front floods the room with natural light and creates a charming breakfast nook.

Sitting Room
5.37m x 3.61m (17’7” x 11’10”)
An elegant, well-proportioned reception room with hardwood flooring, dado rail, ceiling rose, and decorative wood-clad chimney breast with shelving on either side. Double French doors open onto the elevated decking terrace which runs the full width of the house (and approx. 3.5m deep), perfect for relaxing or al fresco dining while enjoying open views over the garden.

Master Bedroom
3.75m x 3.39m (12’4” x 11’1”)
A peaceful ground-floor double bedroom with dado rail, twin ceiling lights, and casement window overlooking the rear garden. This lovely room enjoys direct access to the garden and an ensuite bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom
3.22m x 1.79m (10’7” x 5’10”)
A well-appointed three-piece suite comprising bath with electric shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, and WC. Wet-wall panelling around the bath, tiling to all other walls, radiator, wall-mounted fan heater, and frosted casement window to the side. A cupboard houses the hot-water tank, and an external door leads directly to the rear garden.

Upper Floor
Landing
2.18m x 2.58m (7’2” x 8’6”)
A bright upper landing with timber balustrade and carpeted flooring, giving access to all rooms.

Bedroom Two
3.63m x 3.83m (11’11” x 12’7”)
A generous double bedroom with dormer window to the front, sloping character ceiling, and box bay window and a radiator. Warmly decorated and full of charm.

Bedroom Three
3.57m x 3.31m (11’8” x 10’10”)
A spacious rear-facing double bedroom with dormer window capturing beautiful loch views, characterful sloped ceiling, and fitted radiator.

Bedroom Four
3.65m x 2.85m (12’0” x 9’4”)
Another bright double room enjoying open loch outlooks from its dormer window. The perfect setting for guests or family, with ample space for freestanding furniture.

Bedroom Five / Study
2.00m x 3.53m (6’7” x 11’7”)
An adaptable room currently used as a study. Features include a skylight window, sloping ceiling, and a small low door leading to a charming mezzanine-style gallery area — currently a delightful play space overlooking the stairwell. A quaint bay window to the front floods the landing with natural light.

Family Bathroom
3.05m x 1.92m (10’0” x 6’4”)
Stylish and contemporary, the family bathroom comprises a three-piece suite with bath, WC, and wash hand basin. Finished with full wall panelling, slate-effect tiled flooring, radiator, Velux window, and recessed ceiling lighting.

Outside Space
The property sits behind a traditional stone wall with wrought iron gates opening to driveways on either side, providing ample private parking. The front garden is attractively laid with stone chips and mature planting, while the rear garden enjoys privacy — mainly laid to lawn with stone-chip seating areas and enclosed by timber fencing.
From the raised decking terrace, steps lead down to the garden, which also features a large workshop/shed with power and light. The attached garage has been thoughtfully converted to a laundry room, complete with light and power supply, offering excellent versatility for further utility or hobby use.

Services
Mains Water
Mains Drainage
Gas Central Heating
Note: The services, white goods and electrical appliances have not been checked by the selling agents.

Council Tax
Ferncliffe is in Council Tax Band D.

Home Report
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Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Waterside Property Ltd.

Offers
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Disclaimer Statement
All information contained herein is believed to be accurate, however no warranty is given, and interested parties must satisfy themselves as to its accuracy.