Seabank House & Seab, Largybeg, Whiting Bay, Isle Of Arran
Offers around £280,000
- Four bedroom detatched period villa
- Stunning sea views
- Rural location, close to Whiting Bay
- Many original features
- Substantial plot
- Development opportunity
Situated on the outskirts of Whiting Bay close to Largybeg point, true to it's name, Seabank house and Seabank Cottage take in a wonderful elevated rural location with panoramic south easterly sea views across to the Ayrshire Coastline on the enchanting Isle of Arran.
This charming four-bedroom detached Victorian traditional villa presents a remarkable opportunity for those seeking a renovation project. With many of its original features still intact, the property exudes character and potential, inviting you to breathe new life into its historic charm.
Boasting two spacious reception rooms, Seabank House offers ample space for both relaxation and entertaining. The main house provide comfortable accommodation for families or guests, which is complemented by additional outbuildings and the separate Seabank cottage/bothy, which can be transformed into additional living spaces or studios, further enhancing its appeal.
Set in a rural location, the house enjoys stunning sea views that create a serene backdrop for everyday living. The tranquil surroundings offer a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, making it an ideal retreat for those who appreciate nature and the beauty of the outdoors.
Competitively priced, this property represents a fantastic opportunity for buyers looking to invest in a unique home near Whiting Bay. Whether you are a seasoned renovator or a first-time buyer with a vision, this Victorian gem awaits your personal touch. Embrace the chance to create your dream home in one of Scotland's most beautiful locations.
Entrance hall (1.25 x 3.1 (4'1" x 10'2"))
The front door of this traditional villa opens into a spacious reception hallway accessing all the accommodation, flooded with natural light from the window. The sweeping staircase with wrought iron balustrades and timber handrail leads up to the first floor and there is a useful storage cupboard.
Lounge (4.13 x 5.7 (13'6" x 18'8"))
A lovely dual aspect lounge taking in the wonderful sea views with a traditional open fireplace, inset with electric fire.
Dining room (2.9 x 5.7 (9'6" x 18'8"))
The large and bright dining room off the hallway also benefits from an open fire with fireplace surround inset with electric fire, and a handy under stairs storage cupboard. A door to the rear of the room opens into the kitchen.
Shower room (2.0 x 3.1 (6'6" x 10'2"))
To the rear of the hallway and villa is an accessible wet room with window to rear.
Kitchen (3.0 x 2.2 (9'10" x 7'2"))
The kitchen is to the rear of the dining room with a window to rear and side door for access to the driveway and garden.
Fitted with bespoke timber wall and base units there is space and plumbing for a washing machine.
Bedroom 1 (3.6 x 5.7 overall (11'9" x 18'8" overall))
A large and bright double bedroom, taking in the wonderful sea views from the dormer window to the front. This lovely rooms features a traditional open fire and surround.
Bedroom 2 (2.9 x 5.7 overall (9'6" x 18'8" overall))
A second large and bright double bedroom, taking in the wonderful sea views from the dormer window to the front. This lovely rooms features a traditional open fire and surround.
Bedroom 3 (2.5 x 2.0 (8'2" x 6'6"))
A cosy single bedroom room with roof window, currently used as an office/ study.
Bedroom 4 (2.6 x 2.0 (8'6" x 6'6"))
A single bedroom with roof window to the front of the villa looking out to sea.
W.C. (1.0 x 2.0 (3'3" x 6'6"))
First floor W.C.
Seabank Cottage - Bothy workshop (3.5 x 5.2 (11'5" x 17'0"))
Apended to the bothy a large workshop space with potential for further development
Seabank Cottage - Bothy room 1 & 2 (6.5 x 4.0 overall (21'3" x 13'1" overall ))
The Bothy has been split into two rooms and is bursting with potential to convert into annexe, holiday let or further accommodation.
Seabank Cottage - Bothy kitchen and shower room (2.2 x 4.0 overall (7'2" x 13'1" overall ))
Appended to the side of the bothy is a small kitchenette with shower room off.
Garden
Seabank enjoys a unquie rural elevated location on the southerly tip of Largybeg point overlooking the shore of Port na Gaillin on the edge of Whiting Bay.
The substantial grounds are mostly slopping and planted with mature shrubs and trees., with access to the shore.
The gravel driveway leads to a relatively flat hard stand area to the side of the house with gravel pathways around and to the front there is a lawn area. To the side of the house, there are several stone buildings in a state of disrepair with scope for development.
Services
Seabank is connected to mains electricity. Water is from a private supply. Drainage is to a septic tank, located within an adjoining field to which there is a servitude right of access. Hot water is by electric and heating is by the open fires or freestanding electric heaters.
Council Tax
For council tax Seabank House is rated 'C' by North Ayrshire Council paying £1,381.12 in 2025/26.
Seabank Cottage is rated 'A' by North Ayrshire Council paying £1035.84 in 2025/26.
A little more information
Seabank is positioned in a truly special and rarely available location, true to it's name, with direct access to the shoreline below. This home is idyllic for anyone looking for a private, peaceful rural renovation project, although within a short distance of the amenities of Whiting Bay and neighbours.
This unique home is part of the small clachan of Largiebeg and is located approximately one mile from the village of Whiting Bay. The excellent local amenities in Whiting Bay include a good selection of shops and restaurants as well as leisure facilities including the bowling green, putting green and 18 hole golf course. Whiting Bay has its own primary school - the secondary school being at Lamlash to which pupils are conveyed daily by bus.
The Isle of Arran is a place where you can find a little bit of everything you could ever want from a Scottish island; an ever-changing coastline, dramatic mountain peaks, sheltered beaches, verdant forests, great cultural festivals and a wealth of tasty local produce.
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Floor Plan
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Cal Mac travel details
If you intend to travel to Arran from the mainland and want to bring your own transport please contact Caledonian MacBrayne to reserve the car and check that the ferry is sailing to timetable on the day of travel.
Caledonian MacBrayne Tel: 01770 460 361 www.calmac.co.uk
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