Summary - THE BYRE HOUSE, FORMAKIN ESTATE, HOUSTON ROAD, BISHOPTON PA7 5NX
3 bed 2 bath Character Property
Spacious B‑listed byre on huge private plot within 150‑acre Formakin Estate.
B‑listed former byre — historic features but restrictions and maintenance responsibilities
Extensive private garden and huge plot within shared 150‑acre estate
Large living/dining room, sitting room, study and flexible living space
Three bedrooms, family bathroom; approx. 1,948 sq ft (very large)
Two allocated off‑street parking spaces; fast high‑speed broadband
Electric storage and panel heating; Energy Efficiency Rating F (higher running costs)
No mobile signal on site; council tax band described as quite expensive
Shared ownership within the estate — clarify ownership and estate obligations
Set within the historic Formakin Estate, The Byre House is a substantial B‑listed stone byre conversion with abundant character and huge private gardens. Spacious reception rooms, exposed stonework and a large open fireplace create a warm country-home feel, while shared access to circa 150 acres of parkland, woods and a lake expands the setting for walking, riding and family outdoor life.
The house offers flexible living over two floors: a large living/dining room with a stone arch, cosy sitting room with open fire, study, fitted kitchen, utility and cloakroom on the ground floor, with three bedrooms and a family bathroom above. Two allocated off‑street parking spaces and fast broadband add useful practical benefits for modern living.
Important practical points: the property is B‑listed which preserves historic features but will restrict alterations and can complicate maintenance or upgrades. Heating is by electric storage and panel radiators and the Energy Efficiency Rating is low (EER F), so running costs and investment in insulation/heating should be expected. There is no mobile signal on site and council tax is described as quite expensive. Ownership details note shared ownership within the estate alongside freehold tenure elements, so buyers should clarify legal arrangements and estate responsibilities before committing.
This home will suit buyers seeking a distinctive period property in a private, rural estate — lovers of character, outdoor space and provenance. It also suits those prepared to manage the responsibilities of a listed building and the running costs associated with electric heating and a large, historic fabric.
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