ArdanStation Road, Craigavad, County Down, BT18 0BP

Ardan is a distinguished coastal residence occupying an elevated and private position with exceptional, far‑reaching views across Belfast Lough towards the Antrim coastline, Belfast and, on clear days, Scotland beyond.

Originally designed and constructed in the early 1970s, the house has been comprehensively re-imagined and rebuilt over the past five years, resulting in a substantial and highly refined family home of considerable presence and quality.

The current owners have undertaken a meticulous programme of renovation and extension, combining thoughtful architectural design with exacting craftsmanship and materials throughout. The result is a house that is both impressive in scale and refined in detail, carefully arranged to maximise light, views and day‑to‑day functionality while remaining highly comfortable for family living and entertaining.

The principal ground‑floor accommodation is arranged around a generous entrance hall with vaulted ceiling, creating a strong sense of arrival. A series of well‑proportioned reception spaces includes a formal drawing room with dual aspect, part panelled wall feature and glass fronted gas fire, alongside a study/media room or additional bedroom and a bedroom suite.

The heart of the house is an outstanding open‑plan kitchen, living and dining room, featuring a handcrafted kitchen by Hugh Drennan & Sons, a substantial central island and extensive glazing that frames the coastal views and opens directly to the terrace and gardens beyond.

Ancillary accommodation on this level includes a walk‑in pantry, utility and boot room, and integral garage with additional storage potential. Throughout the ground floor, finishes are consistent and carefully considered, with bespoke cabinetry and feature lighting contributing to both comfort and understated luxury.

The first floor provides an excellent balance of privacy and outlook. The principal bedroom suite enjoys a privileged elevated position with panoramic sea views, a generous dressing room and a luxurious en suite bathroom. Three further bedrooms are similarly well appointed, with en suite facilities, all benefiting from excellent natural light.

Outside, Ardan is approached through painted pillars and electrically operated gates, leading to a sweeping driveway with ample parking. The gardens extend to about 1 acre, bordered by mature hedging and carefully landscaped to create both shelter and openness. A raised terrace with pergola, heating and lighting has been designed as a natural extension of the living space, providing an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining while overlooking the gardens and Belfast Lough beyond.

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