Slater Hogg & Howison

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• Bedrooms: 5
• Receptions: 4
• Bathroom: 1 - 5

Quite possibly one of the finest Edwardian houses circa 1910. This B-listed property was originally commissioned for the Whyte family of the Whyte & Mackay whisky dynasty. This opulent home, which Michael Davis describes in his 'Castles & Mansions of Ayrshire' (1991) as 'a Tudor manorial style house with Art Nouveau flourishes effortlessly supplied', has a plethora of stunning original features flowing through the house to offer traditional living at its best. Whilst retaining the period character, the present owners, of over 20 years, have lovingly and sympathetically upgraded Tudor House to provide luxury modern living. There are views and aspects over Skelmorlie to the Firth of Clyde and the areas that lie beyond.

This is a magnificent family home with stunning accommodation. Located within the conservation area of the village this red sandstone 'Arts & Crafts' style property is approached through a substantial pillared gateway and a sweeping carriage drive. The arched entrance door, flanked by storm doors, opens to a panelled entrance vestibule with adjacent modern guest cloakroom and w/c. A beautiful half panelled and stained glass door leads to the magnificent reception hallway which rises to a minstrel gallery and culminates in a barrelled ceiling high above. Two large double-height stained glass windows on one wall light the hallway which is extensively panelled with Lebanese Cedar exhibiting fine craftsmanship and detailing including a feature fireplace. This central hall provides access to the three reception rooms and an under stair alcove with stained glass window. This alcove provides access to the wine and main cellar which extends under all of the main areas on the ground floor.

The formal lounge is an elegant, well proportioned room in which a baby grand piano nestles in one corner. The feature wood in this room is mahogany designed with a restrained simplicity and includes picture rail, skirting board, windowsills and a large fireplace incorporating fine, glass-fronted, display cabinets. The room has two windows to the side and a large sandstone mullioned west-facing bay window over looking the front lawns. The ceiling is barrelled and features two crystal chandeliers.

A charming family television room has been created within the library where original, ornately carved, warm pine bookcases, panelling and recessed feature fireplace are complemented by the beaten, burnished copper light fitting and matching fire surround.

The formal dining room features original ceiling beams, extensive oak half-panelling and a magnificent carved oak fitted sideboard which is beautifully balanced by an ingle-neuk fireplace with seating. The reception rooms have original oak hardwood flooring with edge detail and high ceilings.

Offset from the dining room and the rear hall is the butler's pantry with sink and cupboards. The rear hall provides access to a larder cupboard, storage room and a bay fronted Amdega conservatory which opens onto the large, balustraded patio and private rear garden. The ample family kitchen provides breakfast bar, oven, hob, dishwasher, freezer / refrigerator and built in storage cupboards. Leading from the kitchen to the rear of the house there is the back door, w/c utility room and original servants' room through which there is access to the upper floor via a back stair.

The upper floor apartments are accessed from the minstrel gallery which overlooks and is reached by a grand, wide sweeping staircase from the main reception hallway. The master suite offers a sumptuous double bedroom with separate shower alcove, dressing room and modern luxury bathroom. Off the minstrel gallery there are two further substantial bedrooms one of which has a separate dressing room. Above this is a further tower storage room. To complement this main area, there is a family bathroom, linen room and a hallway leading to the two guest bedrooms and guest shower room.

There is a modern gas central heating system throughout along with two working coal fires and two gas fires in the reception rooms. The feature glazing includes leaded and stained glass windows; a number of which have been secondary glazed.

This extensive, secluded property is bounded by a sandstone perimeter wall on three sides. Mature and specimen trees frame both sides of the grounds with garden to the front, rear and side. The formal front garden is laid out to paths, a rose garden, herbaceous border, sitting area and formal lawns. The current owners also maintain a small golf green in one corner. The outbuildings belonging to Tudor House comprise a generous six car garage with workshop, a wash house, coal house, tool shed and green house and a separate log shed.

Skelmorlie is a popular coastal village which has many amenities including local shopping, tennis, bowling, golf and primary school. Those seeking independent schooling can find this in Kilmacolm and Glasgow.

Glasgow is easily accessed by a regular train service from Wemyss Bay or by the excellent road network. Ferry boats cross the Clyde from both Wemyss Bay and nearby Largs. Both Prestwick and Glasgow airports are within easy commuting distance. Skelmorlie is well situated to satisfy the needs of family and busy commuter alike.

• Edwardian home, 4 reception rooms, 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 wc's, shower room, kitchen, various apartments, gas central heating, garage, outbuildings.

• Entrance vestibule
  
• Entrance hallway
  
• Downstairs wc / cloakroom
  
• Grand reception hallway 9.2m (30'1") x 4.8m (15'7")
  
• Telehone alcove
  
• Formal lounge 10.6m (34'11") x 5.1m (16'8")
  into bay window
  
• Sitting room 5.1m (16'8") x 4.8m (15'8")
  
• Dining room 6.6m (21'9") x 5.0m (16'5")
  
• Rear hallway
  
• Butlers pantry
  
• Larder cupboard
  
• Tool room
  
• Sun room 5.9m (19'5") x 4.3m (14'2")
  
• Breakfasting kitchen 6.4m (20'11") x 4.2m (13'11")
  
• WC utility
  
• Orignal servants quarters 4.4m (14'4") x 3.3m (10'8")
  
• Upper apartments
  
• Minstrel gallery hallway
  
• Master suite
  
• Bedroom 5.1m (16'8") x 4.9m (16'2")
  
• Dressing room 2.8m (9'1") x 2.5m (8'2")
  
• Bathroom 3.8m (12'4") x 2.1m (6'10")
  
• Bedroom 2 4.9m (16'0") x 4.8m (15'9")
  
• Attic storage
  
• Bedroom 3 6.7m (22') x 5.1m (16'7")
  
• Dressing room 3.4m (11'3") x 2.9m (9'5")
  
• Bathroom 2.9m (9'6") x 2.3m (7'8")
  
• Linen room 2.9m (9'5") x 2.5m (8'2")
  
• Bedroom 4 4.8m (15'9") x 4.2m (13'10")
  
• Bedroom 5 4.7m (15'3") x 3.2m (10'4")
  
• Shower room