Lainshaw House, 9 Montgomerie Drive is a stunning first floor apartment located within a historic "B" listed renovated mansion set within the beautifully landscaped grounds of the Lainshaw Estate.
This mid 19th century landmark building was extensively and sympathetically converted into luxury apartments with each property retaining the buildings remarkable heritage and identity whilst introducing the best of contemporary living.
Lainshaw House dates back to the 13th century and occupies a prominent position overlooking Annick Water southwest of Stewarton. Lainshaw and associated lands were originally the gift of King James II of Scotland and passed through many notable owners. William Cunninghame (a Glasgow tobacco baron) acquired the property through inheritance in 1799. He re-modelled the property extensively and took up residence in 1804. On his death in 1849 it remained within the family, until being sold to Ayr County Council. The house was vacated in 1993 and lay empty until it was sucessfully brought back to life and extensively redeveloped in 2008.
This stunning apartment is presented to the market in excellent decorative order throughout. It occupies a prominent first floor corner position and provides naturally bright, generously proportioned accommodation enjoying pleasant open outlook over the grounds.
Access to the main building is via a communal secure door entry system which leads to the reception. The first floor can be reach with by a staircase or elevator.
On entering the apartment you get an immediate sense of the quality finishes and the care and attention that has been taken to retain many of the original features such as the raised skirting, sash and case windows and ceiling coving.
The open plan lounge/kitchen is the heart of the home, beatifully appointed and with a comprehensive range of wall and base storgae units, integrated appliances and centre island. This opens up into a stunning sitting area which is flooded with natural light and enjoys lovely views to the front and side. The focal point of the room is the imposing original fireplace.
The innerhallway leads to a utilty/storage space and shower room. The spacious principle bedroom comes with a contemporary en-suite comprising bath with shower over, wc, wash hand basin and heated towel rail and there is a further front facing double bedroom with storage.
The apartment is set within formal gardens shared by all of the residents of the estate. There is allocated parking directly outside the property.