Eight Bells Cottage is a charming Coach House conversion dating back to 1860, originally stables for Invergare House, located in a tranquil, mature & private setting within the conservation village of Rhu. This charming home sits under a brand new slate roof & has been totally redecorated throughout, enjoys fabulous & bright living accommodation over the 2 levels with fabulous views of the Firth of Clyde & beyond! This attractive home would be an ideal home for young professionals or downsizer, early viewing comes highly recommended!

A new composite door opens to an entrance hall which is in a fresh neutral decor & access can be gained to all lower apartments. The lounge is fabulous, bright with beamed ceilings, d/g sash window to the front, overlooking 'Lovers Lane' & wonderful feature Arc window with French doors that open out to the private rear garden. There is parquet floors & stairs which step up to the upper landing. Particular mention to the country style dining kitchen which offers a comprehensive range of wall & floor standing units complete with Butchers Block counter-tops with a tiled splash above. There is a 5-ring gas burner with extractor hood above & double oven/grill below, space for an American size fridge freezer, plumbing for a washing machine & a feature twin Belfast Sink. There is d/g sash windows to the front & rear, allowing great light, the dining area offers ample space for a kitchen table & chairs which is ideal for family dining. To complete the lower level is bedroom 3 which has space for furniture, beamed ceilings, dado rail, d/g sash window & parquet floors but could be utilised as an office/study. The upper landing has amazing lighting with a d/g sash window, lost hatch to the attic, storage cupboards & leads to both bedrooms & bathroom. Bedroom 1 is larger in size with d/g sash window, coombed ceilings & a double wardrobe. Bedroom 2 is also double in size, d/g sash to the front & overlooks the garden, coombed ceilings also a double wardrobe. To complete the accommodation is the fully tiled white 3-piece bathroom with mains shower above the corner bath. The rear garden is lovely & mature with lawn, stone chipped path, raised decked patio & a further patio below, mature shrubs, all enclosed by fencing. Further features include brand new d/g, g.c.h & parking for 2 cars.

The town offers a selection of local primary schools, with secondary schooling at the reputable Hermitage Academy. Private schooling is well catered for by Lomond School, which provides facilities for day pupils & boarders alike. Helensburgh offers a wide range of local amenities including good independent shops & supermarkets, delicatessens, cafés, bars, restaurants & numerous civic & leisure facilities.

Helensburgh, considered by many as gateway to the Highlands, combines both town & country living with Loch Lomond & the Trossachs within easy reach. Glencoe & Nevis Range ski areas are both within approximately one & a half hour's drive & for yachting & water sports enthusiasts, the Firth of Clyde offers some of the west coast of Scotland best sailing areas. There are two local sailing clubs & a fully serviced marina.