6 bedroom house
Hay Street, Perth, Perth and Kinross, PH1 5HS
Guide Price
£725,000
Residential Tags: N/A
Property Tags: Walled Garden
Land Tags: Woodland
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Jun 2022
- Removed: Nov 2022
- Residential Tags: N/A
- Property Tags: Walled Garden
- Land Tags: Woodland
An impressive Victorian townhouse close to the centre of Perth.
Description
15 Hay Street is an impressive Victorian villa built in the late 19th century which once belonged to the Earl of Kinnoull and it is believed that Sir Walter Scott was a regular visitor. The property has been the much loved home of one family for over 30 years and is now ready for some modernisation. The property has both pedestrian and vehicular access from Hay Street and the original front door is on the south side of the property. It opens into a vestibule and then an L-shaped reception hall which gives access to the three beautifully proportioned formal reception rooms which overlook the garden. The drawing room with its parquet floor, panelled bay window and tall fireplace is the most fabulous room for entertaining. Concertina doors can be drawn back to link it with the sitting room which is a cosier room, also with a fireplace and windows overlooking the garden. Beyond the sitting room is an impressive dining room, complete with a service/still room, a tall bay window and a beautiful fireplace which is inset with William De Morgan tiles. On the opposite side of the hall is a family room and a cloakroom with WC.
At the rear of the house there is a dining kitchen and a series of practical and versatile utility rooms which offer potential to be re-arranged depending on a buyer’s requirements. The kitchen has an oil fired four oven cream AGA and space for a family dining table. A walk-in larder gives access to a former back door (now sealed). The morning room connects the kitchen with the dining room. This is a lovely bright room fitted with the original timber crockery cabinets. The conservatory has been created over what was once a courtyard at the rear of the house. It is now a lovely place to sit and has lots of space for a dining table. Beyond the courtyard and also accessible from the family room is the laundry/utility room which is warmed by a gas fired Rayburn. There is access from this room to a WC and a bathroom (currently not in use and requires mains connection). There is one further WC on the ground floor beside the conservatory.
A carved timber staircase leads up to a broad landing and five large double bedrooms all with strikingly high ceilings and large sash and case windows filling them with light. Every room has a washbasin and a fireplace. One of the bedrooms has an en suite bathroom and there is a separate family bathroom. Subject to obtaining the relevant consents there is lots of scope to create another bathroom on this floor which also has plenty of deep walk-in storage cupboards, one of which is reinforced with steel and works as a large safe. One further double bedroom, previously a maid’s room, is situated up a small staircase behind the morning room. This has a pretty fireplace and could make a lovely guest room or an office which is nicely separated from the rest of the house. Many of the rooms have working window shutters and beneath the house are two stone flagged cellars with cold shelves and cupboards.
Garden
The walled garden at 15 Hay Street is laid out in terraces to the rear of the house. Over the years it has been planted with a huge variety of carefully chosen bulbs, plants, trees and shrubs. Fruit trees include apple, plum, pear, damson, greengage and quince. There are also gooseberry, redcurrant, blackcurrant and elderberry bushes. Two beautiful magnolia trees are a highlight in the garden and from spring until autumn, it is full of colour. At the bottom of the garden a pedestrian gate leads directly to the bowling green and then to the North Inch. At the rear of the house there is off-street parking for several cars and an enclosed paved yard.
Outbuildings
Double garage with storage and workshop space.
Garden shed (on the site of a former summer house)
Location
15 Hay Street is situated on a peaceful leafy street just beside the North Inch Park and close to Perth city centre. The North Inch and the riverside paths combined with Kinnoull Woodland Park offer miles of beautiful walking, mountain biking and nature trails on the doorstep.
Perth has an excellent choice of shops, bars and restaurants as well as a concert hall, theatre, art gallery, museum and cinema. The town’s leisure facilities also include the Perth Climbing Centre, The Willowgate Activity Centre, Perth Leisure pool, and two sports centres. The Perth bowling green is located at the foot of the garden and local golf courses include the North Inch Golf Course, Craigie Hill and Murrayshall. Gleneagles and St Andrews are both within 35 miles. There is National Hunt racing at Scone Palace, which also hosts The Scottish Game Fair.
Perth is often referred to as a gateway to the highlands, and for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits the rivers, hills and lochs of the Perthshire highlands and the Angus Glens are all within easy reach, while the ski slopes of Glenshee are about 40 miles north.
There is a choice of primary and secondary schooling in the city, with Kinnoull Primary School being closest. In terms of private schooling, The High School of Dundee, Strathallan, Kilgraston, Glenalmond College, Morrisons Academy, Ardvreck and Craigclowan are all within 30 miles.
Perth train station has regular services to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Aberdeen, Inverness and London. Edinburgh Airport is about 40 miles away and there are direct flights from Dundee Airport (21 miles) to London City.
All distances and travel times are approximate.
Square Footage: 6,192 sq ft
Acreage: 0.42 Acres
Directions
Hay Street is situated just to the north of Perth city centre. If approaching from the south, exit the M90 and follow the A912 into Perth. At the T junction on the South Inch turn right and then left onto Tay Street. Follow Tay Street until the junction with Perth Bridge and bear left into Charlotte Street. Then take the fourth turning on the right along Melville Street. At the mini roundabout turn right onto Hay Street. No.15 is the second house on the right-hand side.
Additional Info
GENERAL REMARKS
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Savills – .
Services
Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage.
Oil fired central heating.
Local Authority
Perth and Kinross Council tax band G
Fixtures & Fittings
The fitted carpets, curtains and light fittings are included in the sale. The sundial and the old stone cheese press in the garden are also included in the sale. Certain items of furniture may be available for sale by separate negotiation.
Photos taken and brochure produced
June 2022
Marketed by: Savills Country Houses, Perth
Description
15 Hay Street is an impressive Victorian villa built in the late 19th century which once belonged to the Earl of Kinnoull and it is believed that Sir Walter Scott was a regular visitor. The property has been the much loved home of one family for over 30 years and is now ready for some modernisation. The property has both pedestrian and vehicular access from Hay Street and the original front door is on the south side of the property. It opens into a vestibule and then an L-shaped reception hall which gives access to the three beautifully proportioned formal reception rooms which overlook the garden. The drawing room with its parquet floor, panelled bay window and tall fireplace is the most fabulous room for entertaining. Concertina doors can be drawn back to link it with the sitting room which is a cosier room, also with a fireplace and windows overlooking the garden. Beyond the sitting room is an impressive dining room, complete with a service/still room, a tall bay window and a beautiful fireplace which is inset with William De Morgan tiles. On the opposite side of the hall is a family room and a cloakroom with WC.
At the rear of the house there is a dining kitchen and a series of practical and versatile utility rooms which offer potential to be re-arranged depending on a buyer’s requirements. The kitchen has an oil fired four oven cream AGA and space for a family dining table. A walk-in larder gives access to a former back door (now sealed). The morning room connects the kitchen with the dining room. This is a lovely bright room fitted with the original timber crockery cabinets. The conservatory has been created over what was once a courtyard at the rear of the house. It is now a lovely place to sit and has lots of space for a dining table. Beyond the courtyard and also accessible from the family room is the laundry/utility room which is warmed by a gas fired Rayburn. There is access from this room to a WC and a bathroom (currently not in use and requires mains connection). There is one further WC on the ground floor beside the conservatory.
A carved timber staircase leads up to a broad landing and five large double bedrooms all with strikingly high ceilings and large sash and case windows filling them with light. Every room has a washbasin and a fireplace. One of the bedrooms has an en suite bathroom and there is a separate family bathroom. Subject to obtaining the relevant consents there is lots of scope to create another bathroom on this floor which also has plenty of deep walk-in storage cupboards, one of which is reinforced with steel and works as a large safe. One further double bedroom, previously a maid’s room, is situated up a small staircase behind the morning room. This has a pretty fireplace and could make a lovely guest room or an office which is nicely separated from the rest of the house. Many of the rooms have working window shutters and beneath the house are two stone flagged cellars with cold shelves and cupboards.
Garden
The walled garden at 15 Hay Street is laid out in terraces to the rear of the house. Over the years it has been planted with a huge variety of carefully chosen bulbs, plants, trees and shrubs. Fruit trees include apple, plum, pear, damson, greengage and quince. There are also gooseberry, redcurrant, blackcurrant and elderberry bushes. Two beautiful magnolia trees are a highlight in the garden and from spring until autumn, it is full of colour. At the bottom of the garden a pedestrian gate leads directly to the bowling green and then to the North Inch. At the rear of the house there is off-street parking for several cars and an enclosed paved yard.
Outbuildings
Double garage with storage and workshop space.
Garden shed (on the site of a former summer house)
Location
15 Hay Street is situated on a peaceful leafy street just beside the North Inch Park and close to Perth city centre. The North Inch and the riverside paths combined with Kinnoull Woodland Park offer miles of beautiful walking, mountain biking and nature trails on the doorstep.
Perth has an excellent choice of shops, bars and restaurants as well as a concert hall, theatre, art gallery, museum and cinema. The town’s leisure facilities also include the Perth Climbing Centre, The Willowgate Activity Centre, Perth Leisure pool, and two sports centres. The Perth bowling green is located at the foot of the garden and local golf courses include the North Inch Golf Course, Craigie Hill and Murrayshall. Gleneagles and St Andrews are both within 35 miles. There is National Hunt racing at Scone Palace, which also hosts The Scottish Game Fair.
Perth is often referred to as a gateway to the highlands, and for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits the rivers, hills and lochs of the Perthshire highlands and the Angus Glens are all within easy reach, while the ski slopes of Glenshee are about 40 miles north.
There is a choice of primary and secondary schooling in the city, with Kinnoull Primary School being closest. In terms of private schooling, The High School of Dundee, Strathallan, Kilgraston, Glenalmond College, Morrisons Academy, Ardvreck and Craigclowan are all within 30 miles.
Perth train station has regular services to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Aberdeen, Inverness and London. Edinburgh Airport is about 40 miles away and there are direct flights from Dundee Airport (21 miles) to London City.
All distances and travel times are approximate.
Square Footage: 6,192 sq ft
Acreage: 0.42 Acres
Directions
Hay Street is situated just to the north of Perth city centre. If approaching from the south, exit the M90 and follow the A912 into Perth. At the T junction on the South Inch turn right and then left onto Tay Street. Follow Tay Street until the junction with Perth Bridge and bear left into Charlotte Street. Then take the fourth turning on the right along Melville Street. At the mini roundabout turn right onto Hay Street. No.15 is the second house on the right-hand side.
Additional Info
GENERAL REMARKS
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with Savills – .
Services
Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage.
Oil fired central heating.
Local Authority
Perth and Kinross Council tax band G
Fixtures & Fittings
The fitted carpets, curtains and light fittings are included in the sale. The sundial and the old stone cheese press in the garden are also included in the sale. Certain items of furniture may be available for sale by separate negotiation.
Photos taken and brochure produced
June 2022
Marketed by: Savills Country Houses, Perth
Land Registry Data
- No historical data found.