A FORMER Carmelite monastery dating from the 1890s is up for grabs for £650,000.

The detached B-Listed extended villa in Dumbarton boasts 29 bedrooms and 2.2 acres of land with panoramic views over the Firth of Clyde.

Located in Helenslee Road, the property retains many of its original features including sash and case windows, stained glass, wood panelling, turrets and crow stepped gables,

New owners can also look forward to driving up a gated entrance with a sweeping driveway and afternoon turns around the extensive private gardens.

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The property has three floors, blending the original home with modern extensions made up of various apartments. 

Wilsons Auctions Property Department Manager, Rachel Brown said: "We are very excited to be auctioning such an iconic property which boasts picturesque surroundings in Dumbarton overlooking the Clyde Estuary.

“The property is in fantastic condition, retaining many of its original features and its location offers the beauty of The Trossachs and Loch Lomand National Park on its doorstep, yet is still accessible to Glasgow City Centre."