CastellarDrummond Terrace, Crieff, Perth and Kinross, PH7 4AN

Castellar is a substantial and characterful Category C Listed Victorian villa, occupying an elevated south-facing position on one of Crieff's most desirable residential addresses. Built in the late 19th century for the Rev. James Sommerville, the house takes its name from the mountain village of Castellar in France, where he also served a parish.

Rich in architectural detail and period charm, Castellar displays many attractive Arts and Crafts influences, including distinctive glazing patterns, a conical dormer roof, an elegant attic window and a striking leaded staircase window. The property has been a cherished family home for almost forty years and now presents the opportunity for sympathetic refurbishment and modernisation.

A tiled entrance vestibule opens into an impressive reception hall, from which the principal reception rooms are arranged across the sunny southern elevation. Both the drawing room and dining room feature bay windows. Between them sits a more intimate sitting room or library, complete with its original fitted shelving. Decorative fireplaces provide focal points for all these rooms. To the rear of the house, the kitchen and breakfast room overlook the eastern side of the garden. There is considerable scope (subject to the relevant consents) to re-design these rooms to create a more open plan kitchen/living/dining area. A shower room, WC and walk-in store cupboards (including the original butler’s pantry) complete the ground floor accommodation.

The first floor is arranged around a bright central landing illuminated by a large lightwell. Three principal bedrooms enjoy elevated views from the front of the house, while bedroom four faces east. These rooms are served by two bathrooms. A fifth bedroom, accessed via its own staircase, has its own shower room.

On the second floor there is a large sixth bedroom which could be adapted for various uses. Originally a nursery/school room, it has its original fireplace and a pretty window that frames a wonderful view to the hills.

At lower ground level there is an extensive basement, which can be accessed both from within the house and directly from the garden. Arranged as a series of useful rooms, including former coal stores, laundry facilities and wine cellar, the basement offers substantial potential for alternative uses such as a games room, home office, workshop or self-contained accommodation, subject to obtaining the appropriate consents.

Agent's note: Dry rot has recently been identified originating in the basement at Castellar. A specialist report has been obtained. Please speak to the selling agent for further details.

Outside
Stone pillars frame the entrance to Castellar’s driveway which rises gently up the hillside to parking at the side of the house. The terraced gardens are populated with mature trees and shrubs. The grounds offer enormous potential with a network of paths, terraces and herbaceous borders to be discovered and restored.

Outbuildings
Single garage.

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