Kings Point is an exciting modern development that is home to only a handful of modern and exquisitely finished family homes. Number 5 enjoys arguably one of the best plots in the cul-de-sac, designed to take full advantage of its elevated position above the Gare Loch and with fantastic views to the west, across the waters of the loch and over to the Rosneath Peninsula.
The property is a substantial and beautifully proportioned family home that extends to over 2500 square feet and boasts impressive architectural features that include an integral double garage (with twin doors) with remotely operable doors, stone detailing, balconies (taking in the fantastic loch views) and a large hipped slated roof. Within the garage power and light is laid on and there is access directly to the house through the utility room.
The house sits in attractive gardens that offer monoblock paved driveway parking for several cars to the front. Lawns wrap around the driveway and there is access to the rear garden down a path to one side of the house. The rear garden features a large expanse of lawn and the slabbed patio/terrace has been further extended by the owners to make a fantastic entertaining area, taking in views over the loch. The garden is also completely enclosed on all three sides, making it safe for children and pets. There are shrubs and trees featuring, along with a large timber garden shed. There is also a private path from the back garden to Stuckenduff which is part of 5 Kings Point. The path is included in the title deeds. There is also a 5-man hot tub in the garden which is being sold with the property.
The interior is entered from the driveway through an arched front door and window formation, where a grand reception hall features a staircase to the lower level of the house. The reception hall is bathed in natural light and gives access to the main living accommodation on this level. Forming part of the reception area, to the rear is a large semi open plan formal dining room with loch views. To one side of the hall is the main lounge which is a striking room with a bay window to the front and french doors opening out to a balcony with views of the loch. A log effect living flame gas fire is in the centre. There is a beautiful and spacious cloaks/wc compartment off the hall and this is fitted with a bespoke vanity basin and wc, along with dado tiling. The heart of the home is the sizeable and ultra sleek, open plan kitchen, dining room and family area which has a beautiful tiled floor and windows and French doors out to another balcony with water views. The designer German kitchen features a large central island with breakfast bar set-up and a range of in-built appliances. Off the kitchen is a utility room, leading through to the garage.
Moving from the reception hall, a striking American oak staircase (with designer light fitting above) leads down to the lower accommodation. The large hallway incorporates a sizeable open plan sitting area with French doors opening out to the gardens at the rear and off the hall there is a built-in cupboard and a deep walk-in storage area. There are two large double bedrooms at either end of the hall and both these rooms have walk-in wardrobes and their own bespoke and luxurious ensuite shower rooms. There are two further double bedrooms on this floor and all the bedrooms enjoy views over the gardens at the rear. The main family bathroom is beautifully fitted and boasts a feature Hans Grohe waterfall shower with separate hand-held shower and stand alone bath. The house is warmed by an effective modern gas fired underfloor heating system and all the windows are high performance double glazed units. The property also features from having 13 solar panels (3.83KW) with iBoost that are on a feed tariff and installed in 2017, as well as 6 further solar panels (3.5kWh) which feed a battery. This contributes to the exceptional EPC rating on the house.
The pretty village of Shandon is located on the edge of the Gare Loch, only a short drive from the centre of Helensburgh where a wide selection of amenities can be found. Popular with those who enjoy the outdoor life, some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery is only a short drive away and nearby is the Royal Northern and Clyde Yacht Club and Rhu Marina which can both be reached in a couple of minutes’ drive. The prestigious Loch Lomond Golf Club is only a short drive away as is the popular Lomond Club with golf course and spa. There is good schooling in the area and excellent leisure facilities all around Shandon and Helensburgh. The nearby town of Helensburgh provides more shops, supermarkets, bars, restaurants and cafés with a lovely town centre and shore front. There are two train stations near Helensburgh town centre, with Helensburgh Upper station providing regular services along the West Highland line and a sleeper service to London and with Helensburgh Central offering services to Glasgow and Edinburgh. Glasgow is also within easy commuting distance of Shandon and can be reached in around forty five to fifty minutes and with the International Airport accessible via the Erskine Bridge. EPC Band - A.
