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“Milnholm” dates back to the mid 19th Century and is a beautiful stone built country house that sits amidst stunning garden grounds in a peaceful rural setting, above the village of Cardross.
The house has been lovingly upgraded, restored and modernised over the past few years by the current owner and is presented in impeccable condition, both inside and out, combining all the character expected in a home of this era, together with a truly high end finish and the most tasteful decor. The layout is extremely versatile and all the rooms are generous in size and enjoy the most beautiful views over the landscaped gardens and wooded countryside.
On entering the garden grounds, twin gate pillars open into a large gravelled driveway/parking area that can accommodate numerous cars and even, boat/caravan storage. The driveway leads to a single car garage to the side/rear of the house. The garage has power and light installed and an electrically operated door.. Adjacent to the garage is a cobbled courtyard area where there is access to a side outhouse which has power. To the front, a large lawned area features numerous mature trees and shrubs and to the front of the kitchen is a lovely paved terrace/sitting area. Moving to the west side of the house, there is a further enclosed gravelled terrace with raised patio adjacent to the family room/bedroom 4. This part of the garden enjoys afternoon and evening sunshine. There are two external water taps (one with cold and one with hot/cold).
On entering the house, a large outer vestibule with tiled floor enjoys views across the front gardens and opens into the reception hall where a staircase ascends to the upper landing. To one side of the hall is a cosy, yet well proportioned main lounge with wood flooring, feature gas fired stove at its focal point and with large astragalled window to the front. On the other side of the hall is the simply magnificent open plan kitchen and dining room. The dining area can easily accommodate a large table and chairs and French doors open out to the patio at the front. The kitchen has just recently been completely refitted and is bespoke and hand crafted. It features high end integrated appliances, a large Aga stove, solid built-in units and extensive stone worksurfaces that incorporate a Belfast sink. The beautiful tiled floor has underfloor heating installed. From the kitchen, a rear hallway gives access to a bright double bedroom, a large family room (could be used as a further downstairs bedroom) with French doors out to the gardens at the side, a useful and well proportioned utility room and a modern refitted and fully tiled shower room with shower enclosure, wc and wash basin. Underfloor heating. Moving to the upstairs, there is a large galleried landing with window to the front and with access to the family bathroom and two sizeable double bedrooms, both of which enjoy views to the front. One of the bedrooms has a built-in cupboard and wardrobes. The bathroom features a refitted modern white suite with shower above the bath and with striking tiling on the floor and walls. The house is warmed by mains gas fired central heating and is fully double glazed. Each of the bedrooms has a television aerial point and the house is connected with fibre broadband.
The property is located just a few minutes’ drive from the centre of Cardross which is a delightful village offering fantastic day-to-day amenities. These include local convenience shops including a modern well stocked Co-Op store, good leisure facilities (with a renowned golf club, bowling and tennis clubs) and with excellent train links from Cardross to Helensburgh in one direction and Glasgow and Edinburgh in the other. Cardross is surrounded by beautiful scenery and is within easy commuting distance of Glasgow and the International Airport and with Loch Lomond also only a short drive away. The larger towns of Helensburgh and Dumbarton are within ten minutes’ drive and offer further extensive amenities including shops, supermarkets, bars, restaurants and cafes. The village has a highly regarded primary school, with secondary schooling in Helensburgh at Hermitage Academy. Please note that free transport is provided from the property to primary and secondary schools. EPC Band - D.

- Mid 19th century stone detached country house
- Beautiful landscaped gardens surrounded by peaceful countryside
- Driveway parking and single car garage (electric door)
- Comprehensively upgraded and modernised inside and out
- Versatile layout
- Bespoke, custom made kitchen with dining/living space
- Comfortable lounge and separate family room/bed 4
- Family bathroom and additional downstairs shower room.
- Gas central heating, double glazing and fibre broadband
- Within a few minutes’ drive of Cardross