Conversions are not everybody’s idea of fun.
Often the neighbours are too close for comfort and the garden can become pokey.
Not Monktonhall in Troon’s stockbroking enclave Southwoods.
Swap a garden for large grounds with long driveway, shared with the other two properties.
And you get the entire frontage of this Edwardian pile.
In recent times this portion was two separate homes, now brought back together to be sold as one.
The slightly unusual aspect to this is you have two kitchens, though this could easily be rectified.
Major investment has gone into the property, now spanning 8858 square feet.
Monktonhall is over three floors and six of the eight bedrooms are at second level.
Agent Savills have it on the market for offers over £895,000.
Inside it is all quality wood and beams and glorious cornicing and plasterwork in the drawing room.
The drawing room is triple aspect, more than 34 foot long and has one of the four open fireplaces.
There are EIGHT loos . . . terrible had the toilet roll shortage continued.
The spacious open plan kitchen/dining room has a bay window onto the garden which lets in lots of natural light.
All sorts of clever design touches have incorporated the latest kitchen aids into this space, without spoiling the timeless feeling of the room.
And Savills rightly say: “This property has to be viewed to be fully appreciated. This area is known for its large opulent homes, originally built for prosperous merchants in the 19th century.”
You get a secret in the cellar, which has been converted into your own wine cavern.
You descend down a flight of stairs before opening a door to a separate octogon vault.
Those vintages can be kept at the perfect temperature for serving.
The two other properties formed within the original mansion are at one side to the rear, so there is plenty of privacy.
Outside you get two double garages to yourself.
Call Savils on 0141 248 7342, offers over £895,000.
