Rural family home which boasts outdoor swimming pool and 2 acres of land for sale in sought-after Perthshire location

If the warm summer weather has you thinking about a home with leisure facilities, including a swimming pool, then Lochay house in Crieff may be a dream buy.

Originally a traditional cottage, Lochay has been significantly refurbished and extended to offer house-hunters a unique country home within easy driving distance of Scotland's main cities.

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The rural property enjoys a southerly outlook and families will appreciate the extensive grounds and gardens, which stretch into the surrounding countryside.

Offering a quieter pace of life, the location is within sought-after Perthshire therefore new owners may wish to utilise Lochay as a holiday home or rental.

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The addition of the outdoor swimming pool is an unusual but desirable feature of the home, and would make an ideal place to unwind in the summer months. There is also terrace - another perfect spot to enjoy the sunshine.

The accommodation, set over two floors, consists of a hallway, dining/kitchen, four bedrooms (one en suite), a family bathroom, a sitting room, external pantry, WC and boiler store.

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Outside there is a double garage with a floored attic, which could be converted into further accommodation subject to planning. There's also a terrace - another ideal spot to enjoy sunny days.

The gardens and grounds of Lochay are a particular feature and provide an attractive backdrop to the house.

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Extending to about 2.04 acres, the gardens and grounds are carefully enclosed by a selection of mature trees and a stone wall giving great privacy whilst the southern boundary has intermittent planting giving the house and grounds outstanding southerly views.

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A pair of solid wooden gates lead to the driveway with an extensive parking area to the south-west of the house.

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Lochay house is on the market for offers over £365,000 with Galbraith.