Jesmond
Near Bridge of Earn
PH2 9HA
www.thorntons-law.co.uk
Offers Over £595,000
Jesmond, Near Bridge of Earn, Perth, PH2 9HA
General Description:
A unique opportunity to purchase a splendid detached villa of
immense charm and character situated approximately half a
mile’s drive west of the village of Bridge of Earn. The property
has been much improved, upgraded and maintained to the
highest of standards, offering move-in family accommodation
throughout. The original house served as a guest house to
visitors of the nearby spa at Pitkeathly Wells. More recently, the
house was upgraded to a family home by the current owners to
offer versatile, flexible accommodation combining both modern
and traditional features. Traditional features include red
sandstone elevations, slated roof, bright, spacious rooms, some
sash & case windows, open fireplaces, moulded cornices and a
feature staircase and landing in the centre of the property.
Modern features include oil central heating, double glazing, a
fitted family dining kitchen and a four piece family bathroom
suite. On entering the property from the front, the easterly-facing
traditional-style reception hallway gives access to a lovely, bright
open hall with feature staircase leading to the landing above.
This hall gives access to a large drawing room with dual aspect
windows and open fire. There is also access to a dining room a
downstairs bedroom, and a shower room. Towards the rear of
the property on the ground floor, the family dining kitchen forms
the hub of the house, and affords access to a large utility room
to the rear.
The landing accesses four spacious double bedrooms, one of
which has a large bay window, with breath-taking panoramic
views. From the main landing, there is access to the former
servant’s quarters, which have been converted to a master suite,
comprising large double bedroom with en-suite shower room.
Adjacent to this master bedroom is the main family bathroom.
• Traditional Detached Villa in Prime South Perthshire
Location. Splendid open views across countryside.
• Easy Access M90/A9/Strathallan, Kilgraston,
Craigclowan, Dunbarney & Forgandenny Schools
• Beautifully Restored with Many Original Features
• Spacious, Flexible Family Accommodation
• Drawing Room, Dining Room, Family Dining Kitchen
• 6 Double Bedrooms (Master En-Suite Shower room)
• 2 Attic Rooms/ Further Bedrooms, Family Bathroom
• Accessible Family Gardens, Garage & Double Drive.
Peaceful Position. Open Views to All Sides
There is also full staircase access from the main landing to two
attic rooms, which are suitable as ideal play rooms, games
rooms or further bedroom accommodation.
Throughout the property there is fresh, tasteful decoration and
ample power points. Other features include working shutters and
traditional style radiators.
To the exterior, the property occupies sizeable yet easily
maintained garden grounds with lawn areas to the front, side
and rear. The gardens boast breathtaking panoramic views
across Perthshire fields towards hills. There is also a sun-trap
deck and stone-built garage. This is an ideal family home
offering easy access to local transport links, leisure facilities,
country walks and the many other attractions of Perthshire. Both
Kilgraston and Strathallan Schools are within easy commuting
distance. The property is also proximate to Dunbarney Primary
School, Craigclowan Preparatory School and Forgandenny
Primary School.
It would ideally suit a young or growing family and a viewing is
essential for full appreciation.
Jesmond, Near Bridge of Earn, Perth, PH2 9HA
Entrance Porch:
With tiled floor, glazed side panels and door to exterior with part stain-glass panels above. Traditional entrance door opening
through to:
Reception Hall:
A bright, spacious reception hall with feature staircase and attractive balustrade and banister leading to the upper floor. Access to
deep under-stair storage cupboard. Access to 3 piece shower room. Moulded ceiling cornice. Ceiling spotlights.
Drawing Room: Approx 7.75m x 4.45m
A room of immense charm and character, with twin windows facing south allowing in plenty of natural light, open fire set within
traditional-style fireplace and lovely bay window to the east allowing in natural light and offering fine views. Moulded ceiling
cornice. Ceiling spotlights. Plenty of space for a variety of furniture.
Dining Room: Approx 4.54m x 3.54m
Spacious public room to the front of the property with large window allowing in plenty of natural light and offering fine views. Open
fire set within traditional-style fireplace. Ceiling spotlights. Space for large dining room suite.
Study/Bedroom 8: Approx 4.54m x 2.39m
Good sized double bedroom at ground floor level with dual aspect windows allowing in plenty of natural light. Ample power points,
ideal for study use.
Family Dining Kitchen: Approx 6.83m x 5.01m
Towards the rear of the ground floor, the spacious family dining kitchen extends to approx 22’3 x 17’3. The kitchen is fitted to the
highest of standards with a range of quality wall and floor units with granite work surfaces and separate island unit with built-in
electric hob. Built-in electric oven and microwave, plumbing for dishwasher and Belfast-style sink. Windows to both sides,
including French doors opening to the southern-facing garden. Plenty of space for a variety of dining and seating furniture if
required. Ceiling spotlights. Access through to:
Utility: Approx 8.42m x 2.12m
Spacious utility, with clear glazed roofing allowing in ample levels of natural light, Belfast sink, space for appliances, oil fired
boiler for hot water and central heating. Room for hats, coats, bikes and boots. With 2 doors to exterior.
Jesmond, Near Bridge of Earn, Perth, PH2 9HA
Staircase & Landing:
Attractive staircase with balustrade and banister leads to the main first floor landing. This landing extends to approx 17’4 x 13’3
and has large window with working shutters offering fine Easterly views. Landing gives access through to:
Bedroom 5: Approx 3.78m x 3.22m
Spacious double bedroom at the side of the property with window providing natural light. Fine views.
Bedroom 2: Approx 4.44m x 3.84m
A lovely double bedroom with large bay window allowing in plenty of natural light offering breath-taking easterly panoramic views.
Separate window to side. Moulded ceiling cornice. Recessed shelved area.
Bedroom 3: Approx 4.55m x 3.18m
Spacious double bedroom at the front of the property with built-in shelving area, window providing similar views as to bedroom 3.
Bedroom 4: Approx 4.55m x 2.6m
Spacious bedroom at the rear of the property, with built-in wardrobes. Window offering westerly views.
From the main landing, there is a staircase which leads to the attic floor landing, giving access through to:
Attic Room/ Bedroom 6: Approx 3.67m x 3.07m
Spacious room suitable for a variety of purposes. Velux roof-light window and access to attic space.
Attic Room/ Bedroom 7: Approx 4.5m x 3.67m
Good sized room with part-combed ceiling, two Velux roof-light windows offering breath-taking views. Would make an ideal games
room, playroom, or additional bedroom.
Jesmond, Near Bridge of Earn, Perth, PH2 9HA
Rear Landing:
The rear landing is accessed from the main landing, has window to side overlooking rear garden area, and gives access to an airing
cupboard. This area of the house was the former servant’s quarters. It has now been converted into bedroom and bathroom
accommodation. Access from this landing through to:
Bathroom:
With four piece suite comprising corner bath in white, separate double sized shower cubicle with mains shower within, WC and washhand basin. Laminate flooring and centrally-heated towel rail.
Master Bedroom: Approx 5.22m x 3.96m
A spacious double bedroom, full of charm and character, with two Velux roof-light windows and high level open beam ceiling. Large
bank of built-in wardrobes with separate walk-in wardrobe housing hot water tank. Access through to:
En-Suite Shower Room:
With large shower cubicle and mains shower within, WC and wash-hand basin. Part-tiled walls.
Jesmond, Near Bridge of Earn, Perth, PH2 9HA
Exterior:
The property has a double driveway leading to a larger than average single garage, stone built with a slate roof. Easily
maintained cottage-style gardens to the front, with planted beds, borders and shrubs
These gardens continue to the south side which is an ideal family garden with extensive lawn areas, planted beds,
borders, shrubs, bushes and trees. This family garden has splendid open southern views. There is also a sun-trap timber
deck behind the garage, adjacent to a courtyard-style garden which is accessed either from the front of the property or
from the rear door via the utility room. Mono-bloc paved area here also. The perfect gardens for families, events and
occasions. Stone wall to rear. Beech hedging to one side. Access to shared grassed lane area.
Directions:
Leaving Perth via the M90, continue to junction 9 (Muirmont) and head into Bridge of Earn. Go over the railway bridge and
turn left just before the Primary School, following the signpost for Forgandenny. Just under 1 mile after leaving the village,
turn left just before the postbox at the sign for Pitkeathly Wells. The property is the first house on the right hand side with
the white sun porch to the front.
For viewing & enquiries:
THORNTONS Property Services
17-21 George Street
Perth
PH1 5YJ
Tel: 01738 443456
Ref: JMcK/CMcL
Note: While Thorntons Property Services make every effort to ensure that all particulars are correct, no guarantee is given and
any potential purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of all information.
Jesmond, Near Bridge of Earn, Perth, PH2 9HA