Summary - ROCKMOUNT BARN, ISLE OF ARRAN, MACHRIE KA27 8EB
1 bed 1 bath Barn Conversion
Characterful Isle of Arran bolt‑hole with sea views, sizable grounds and development potential..
One-bedroom galleried barn conversion with cathedral ceiling and wood-burning stove
Partial sea views across Kilbrannan Sound and Kintyre peninsula
Substantial grounds with large front meadow and natural rear garden
Historic planning consent to convert adjacent stone byre (subject to reapproval)
Newly renovated but shows rustic fabric; some maintenance likely required
No hot water currently — damaged meter controls the existing cylinder
Connected to mains electricity and water; drainage to private septic tank
Excellent mobile signal and fast broadband; very rural, limited nearby services
Tucked away in Auchencar, Machrie on the Isle of Arran, Rockmount Barn is a quietly charming one-bedroom barn conversion ideal as a peaceful bolt‑hole or a simple downsizer’s home. The galleried bedroom, cathedral ceiling in the open-plan living room and central stone chimney with a wood-burning stove create a warm, characterful interior with partial sea views towards Kilbrannan Sound and the Kintyre peninsula.
The property sits in substantial grounds with a large front meadow, natural rear garden bordered by the Auchencar burn, a log store and timber shed. Historically approved planning permission exists to convert the remaining stone byre into a small residential unit, offering realistic scope to add value subject to reinstated permissions and statutory consents.
Practical details are straightforward: the cottage is freehold, newly renovated, connected to mains electricity and water, with drainage to a private septic tank. Heating is by an electric underfloor system in the kitchen supplemented by the wood burner. Mobile signal and broadband are reported excellent and fast, supporting remote working or streaming needs.
Buyers should note a few material considerations. There is currently no hot water because the meter controlling the cylinder is damaged (the cylinder itself is reported functional). The location is very rural and remoter communities classification applies — local services and schools are several miles away and ferry travel is required from the mainland. The site shows natural, unmanaged planting that will suit buyers who prefer low-maintenance grounds, but some maintenance and ongoing care may be needed. Overall this is a characterful, compact home with development potential for the right buyer.
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