EllangowanSandbank, Dunoon, Argyll and Bute, PA23 8QH

Ellangowan offers a rare lifestyle opportunity combining of a substantial family home and established yard and storage business, occupying an elevated position overlooking Holy Loch. With panoramic views across the water towards the mountains and forests of the Cowal Peninsula, the property combines comfortable family living, excellent outdoor amenities and significant commercial potential.

The principal house extends to approximately 2,646 sq ft and has been thoughtfully modernised, while an extensive range of workshops, storage buildings and office accommodation provides a well-established business facility set apart from the house and gardens.

The House
The principal residence is well presented, with traditional character, contemporary interiors and far-reaching views across Holy Loch. At the heart of the house is an impressive open-plan kitchen and living space, recently modernised and designed to maximise natural light and the outlook. The kitchen features contemporary cabinetry, integrated appliances and a substantial island with breakfast bar seating, while extensive glazing and sliding doors open directly onto the terrace. The adjoining living area incorporates rooflights, further glazing and a contemporary fireplace.

The original part of the house provides a formal dining room with a bay window overlooking Holy Loch, alongside a generous sitting room with glazed doors, a further bay window and wood-burning stove. A substantial utility room provides excellent practical space, while a versatile ground-floor room, currently used as a home office and relaxation room, has direct garden access and an adjoining shower room, offering potential as a fifth bedroom or additional reception room. Upstairs are four generous double bedrooms, several enjoying views across Holy Loch, together with a dressing room and family bathroom.

Outside, the landscaped gardens have been arranged to take advantage of the property's elevated setting and views. A raised terrace incorporates a plunge pool, decked seating and covered entertaining areas, while a private courtyard close to the house features a hot tub and garden room with sauna. There is ample space for parking and an EV charger.

The Yard and Storage Business.
A significant feature of Ellangowan is its well-established self-storage and commercial yard business, which has been trading successfully for over 25 years. Occupying a substantial, well-organised site separate from the main house and gardens, the business provides a valuable income-generating asset alongside the property’s extensive residential accommodation.

The commercial facilities comprise 60 storage units, 38 secure storage containers and together with 10 yards/workshops, ancillary and garage accommodation and a dedicated office building overlooking the yard. Arranged around a large concrete yard within an enclosed site, the facilities benefit from good access, security and operational flexibility, catering to a variety of storage and commercial requirements.

The established layout has provided the owners with a substantial and consistent source of income over many years, with further potential to expand the existing operation or diversify into alternative commercial uses. Licences are also in place for HGV vehicles and trailers, offering additional opportunities should the new owner wish to utilise them. Further potential exists to develop an equestrian facility to the rear of the property, made possible through the availability of adjacent land leased from the local authority on a peppercorn rental basis.

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