InSide $1,700,000 Scotland Manor Home

Powfoulis Manor, Bothkennar, By Falkirk, Stirlingshire, FK2

Spectacular B Listed manor house set in 17 acres of walled grounds

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Description

Powfoulis Manor is a spectacular B Listed manor house situated in beautiful gardens and grounds, located a short distance from the south / west banks of the River Forth. The Powfoulis Estates were in the hands of the Bruce family from the early 16th century, where they remained for ten generations. The original house is thought to have been built by Sir James Bruce the Third of Powfoulis in around 1600. James Bruce the 9th of Powfoulis inherited the property at a young age, and demolished the original earlier house before building the central part of today’s mansion house on the old foundations in around 1820. In 1855 the estate was sold to William Dawson, co-founder of Carron Works who commissioned the stunning lateral wing as seen today. In 1952 Powfoulis Manor was purchased by the late James McAvoy who converted it into a hotel, and it has remained within the family ever since.

A beautiful tree-lined driveway passes through the mature policies of Powfoulis. The drive continues to a raised carriageway with stone balustrades arching up to the front porch, adding to the striking and characterful façade of Powfoulis Manor. The ornate timber front porch has an elevated outlook over the front gardens, full height sliding doors, and tiled steps leading to the entrance hall. An impressive lounge, two dining rooms, and a spacious bar are the principal reception rooms to the property, serviced by a reception area. The lounge is rich with character including ornate painted cornicing, a marble pillared fireplace, and large windows on three aspects. The adjacent bar has access onto the wrought iron balcony with steps leading down to the rear garden. The larger of the two dining rooms can seat 50, and the bow ended private dining room seats 27. The latter has an abundance of character with curved wooden doors, ornate ceiling plasterwork, fireplace with copper inset, and deep bay window overlooking the gardens. It also connects onto the terrace. There is also an equipped pantry and store.

The lower ground floor provides a large function suite with bar which opens up into the rear gardens. The commercial kitchen is fitted with catering appliances including cookers (LPG), dumb-waiter, and a refrigerated walk-in cold store. It also has direct outdoor access. There are Gents and Ladies WC facilities, several store rooms, and a pantry on this level.

Private schools in the area include Dollar Academy (11 miles), which takes both girls and boys as boarders or day pupils, and Fairview International School at Bridge of Allan. Strathallan, Morrison’s Academy, Craigclowan (preparatory) and Kilgraston (girls only) are all within 40 miles. All the private schools, universities and colleges of Edinburgh and Glasgow are also within easy reach.

While being conveniently placed for the amenities and towns of central Scotland, Powfoulis Manor is also well situated for access to the highlands to the north. The A84 from Stirling is a main route into the Highlands leading to Callander and onto Loch Earn, Crianlarich, Fort William and Oban. The Trossachs and Loch Lomond to the west are also highly accessible. There are therefore opportunities for many outdoor activities including climbing, hill walking, water sports, fishing, shooting and stalking.

Square Footage: 12,798 sq ft

Acreage: 17.05 Acres