ALMOST completely screened by high hedges fronting Ardrossan Road in the coastal village of Seamill, Beach Cottage is the veritable hidden gem, a detached bungalow-style property within walking distance to local amenities and the beach. But while the front of the cottage is predominantly concealed, the amazing, tiered ground space at the rear provides a series of interlinked decks for outdoor dining, relaxing, sunbathing, and taking full advantage of views to the Firth of Clyde and Isle of Arran.
Inside, Beach Cottage has been professionally decorated and styled with a nautical/seaside vibe by Irene McNay of Adorn Property Services. The result is a delightfully quirky and impeccably finished interior combined with deceptively spacious accommodation.
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Off the entrance hall, which houses built-in storage and a charming cloakroom, is a bright and very attractive front-facing living room with focal fireplace, large, front-facing principal bedroom, rear-facing second bedroom – and at the end of the hall, a 17ft open-plan dining kitchen with French doors to the rear, off which is a utility and a particularly large shower room.
A pull-down ladder in the hall reveals an unexpected additional space: a 23ft centrally heated and floored attic with two rear-facing Velux windows, which could be utilised for numerous uses.
This home’s standout features include original varnished floorboards, natural pitch pine internal doors, Shaker-style fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, abundant storage and worktop space, and integral breakfast bar.
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The adjacent dining area has French door access to the rear, which makes the most of the elevation with a series of cleverly designed and crafted tiered decks – stay low or go high for full sun exposure and magnificent views from the top deck.
Eight miles south of Largs on the A78 coastal road, Seamill has a popular sandy beach – although it’s best known for the landmark Seamill Hydro Hotel and its near neighbour, Seamill House Hotel.
Offers over £279,000 are invited by Slater Hogg & Howison’s Largs office.
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