Braeview, Balvicar, by Oban, Argyll

Set against a backdrop of open countryside with views towards Seil Sound, Braeview is a beautifully presented five-bedroom detached home offering generous living space, privacy, and a true sense of West Coast living. Built in 2009 and thoughtfully designed for modern family life, this impressive home combines comfort, efficiency, and a peaceful rural setting approximately 15 miles from Oban.

Extending to approximately 165 sq.m (1,776 sq.ft), the property offers flexible accommodation ideally suited to families, remote working, or those seeking a spacious lifestyle home in a scenic coastal location.

The ground floor features a welcoming entrance hallway leading to a bright and spacious lounge, where large bay windows frame the surrounding landscape and fill the room with natural light. To the rear, a generous open-plan kitchen and dining area provides the heart of the home — perfect for everyday living and entertaining — with direct access to a charming glazed porch and south-facing composite deck, ideal for enjoying the views and outdoor dining.

Also on the ground floor are two bedrooms, including a well-proportioned double with en-suite shower room, a further single bedroom or study, and a family bathroom. A separate utility room provides additional storage and access to the rear garden.

Upstairs, the property offers three further bedrooms, two of which benefit from en-suite facilities, along with an additional shower room and excellent built-in storage throughout.

Externally, Braeview enjoys generous garden grounds, with a large enclosed rear garden bordered by mature planting and stone walling. The elevated south-facing deck provides a superb vantage point towards Seil Sound and the surrounding countryside — a perfect space to relax or entertain.

To the front, a substantial mono-block driveway provides ample parking for multiple vehicles, complemented by an integral garage, carport, and additional workshop/storage space.

Further benefits include oil-fired central heating, double glazing, solar thermal panels for hot water, and an EPC rating of C.

Balvicar is a welcoming coastal village on the Isle of Seil, connected to the mainland by the historic Clachan Bridge and located approximately 15 miles from Oban. The area offers a range of local amenities including a village shop with post office, primary school, golf course, and well-regarded local restaurants. Regular public transport links provide access to Oban, where a wider range of shops, schools, healthcare facilities, and ferry connections can be found.

Surrounded by natural beauty, coastal walks, and abundant wildlife, Braeview offers a rare opportunity to enjoy space, scenery, and a relaxed pace of life in one of Argyll’s most desirable island settings.


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