Semi-detached house for sale in Shannochie, Isle Of Arran KA27

Unexpectedly back on the market

The Old Post Office in Shannochie is a rarely available gem located in an idyllic location and offering an enthusiastic new owner the opportunity of a lifetime. This semi detached cottage villa encapsulates the former Post Office building and has been extended to create a three bedroom home. Sadly now in a state of disrepair, the property requires a substantial upgrade throughout however the owners have worked with a dynamic local architect to design a sensational earth sheltered home on the site, full details of which can be found by searching reference 21/01010/pp on the North Ayrshire Council planning portal.

Other information

Set amidst rolling farmland with beautiful unspoiled shore and forest walks, Shannochie, and the neighbouring villages, are friendly communities enjoying some of Arran’s most spectacular scenery. There are primary schools in the neighbouring Kilmory and Whiting Bay, and the secondary school is situated in Lamlash. The award-winning Isle of Arran Lagg Distillery, the Lagg Hotel and Velo Café are just a short drive away. A few miles to the north, in the village of Blackwaterfoot, there are a selection of shops including butchers, bakers, general store with post office, hairdressers and newsagents. There is also a garage with petrol station and the Kinloch Hotel with its excellent facilities and other amenities including the famous 12-hole Shiskine golf course.

Welcome To The Old Post Office

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall (1.01 x 2.05 (3'3" x 6'8"))

Inner Hallway (1.01 x 1.62 (3'3" x 5'3"))

Wet Room (1.4 x 1.92 (4'7" x 6'3"))

Kitchen / Dining Room (3.24 x 3.44 (10'7" x 11'3"))

Hall (2.97 x 0.8 (9'8" x 2'7"))

Living Room (4.8 x 3.68 (15'8" x 12'0"))

Bedroom 1 (2.45 x 1.84 (8'0" x 6'0"))

Old Post Office (2 x 3.84 (6'6" x 12'7"))

Store (2.47 x 3.6 (8'1" x 11'9"))

Upper Floor

Bedroom 2 (3.95 x 2.89 (12'11" x 9'5"))

Bedroom 3 (2.45 x 2.94 (8'0" x 9'7"))

Garden

The Old Post Office grounds are bound by fence with a stone wall separating the semi-detached cottage. There is a metal gate opening into the partially tarmacked driveway providing off road parking for two vehicles. The garden is quite overgrown but appears to be mainly laid to lawn and contained within are two dilapidated stone built bothy / outhouses which offer incredible development potential. The views from the front of the property are breathtaking!

Viewings By Appointment

Please note that viewings are strictly by appointment.
The vendor or their agent reserves the right to accept any offer at any time without prior notice being given. However the agent will, so far as is reasonably possible, advise all prospective purchasers who have notified the agents of their intention to offer, of any closing date and time which may be set. These particulars are believed to be correct but their accuracy is not guaranteed and they should not form or constitute any part of any contract.

Floor Plan

Floor plan is not to scale and is to be used for guidance only.

Services

The Old Post Office is connected to mains electricity and water. Drainage is to a septic tank - details of which can be provided upon request.

Cal Mac Travel Details

If you intend to travel to Arran from the mainland and want to bring your own transport please contact Caledonian MacBrayne to reserve the car and check that the ferry is sailing to timetable on the day of travel.
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