Property overview

We are delighted to bring to the market this four or five bedroom detached property with accommodation primarily on one level with a large, versatile lounge/garden room below.  The well laid out accommodation lends itself to being utilised in a variety of ways and viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation on offer.

Craigston enjoys an elevated position benefiting from a sunny aspect.  The property is flooded with natural light through large windows which capture views of the tiered garden and the magnificent rural surroundings beyond.

Set in a generous plot, the property is further enhanced externally by a large lawn, off road parking, a sun terrace, canopied patio, electric vehicle charging points, a shed and log stores.

Full Description

Enter the property via a canopied doorway to the side into a vestibule with coat hooks and a fitted cloak cupboard housing the electricity apparatus.  A hardwood glazed door with glazed side panel leads to an inner hallway, which, in turn leads to the principal bedroom, bedroom four, a shower room, the dining room/bedroom, and the dining kitchen.  The hallway gives access to an attic and a door opens to a staircase which leads down to the second lounge/garden room.

Fitted with a good range of cream matte base and wall units with complementing wood effect work tops and tiled splashbacks, integrated kitchen appliances comprise Neff induction hob with extractor fan above, eye level Neff grill with oven below, Neff dishwasher, fridge and freezer.  This dining kitchen allows ample space for a table and chairs, and it gives access to the lounge, a utility room and an inner hallway which then leads to two further bedrooms and a shower room.

The lounge is perfectly positioned at the front to benefit from the sunny aspect and a door opens to steps which lead to the sun terrace.  A notable feature of the lounge is the recessed stove which sits on a tiled hearth with a mantel above.  The lounge is sufficiently proportioned to allow for a table and chairs should the current dining room be used as a fifth bedroom.

Conveniently positioned adjacent to the dining kitchen, the utility room is fitted with wall mounted floor to ceiling storage cupboards, a work top with free standing washing machine and tumble dryer below.  Please note that the washing machine will remain, but the tumble dryer will not. A door opens from the utility room to the fully enclosed rear garden and drying green.

A fourth door leads from the dining kitchen to an inner hallway where there is a hatch to an attic.  The hallway gives access to two double bedrooms, one to the front and one to the rear, both providing fitted storage facilities.  Also off the inner hallway is a shower room comprising shower cubicle, wash hand basin set in a vanity unit incorporating storage below, WC, electric charging point, heated towel radiator, a fitted cupboard housing the water tank, an extractor fan and window.

Returning to the main hallway, the dining room is in close proximity to the dining kitchen, and it features a balcony.

The principal bedroom is a spacious room with a dual aspect and excellent fitted storage facilities.

Bedroom four, to the front, is a bright room which is currently used as an artist’s studio.

Completing the accommodation on the upper level is a shower room comprising shower cubicle, wash hand basin set in a vanity unit with storage below, WC, electric charging point, heated towel radiator, extractor fan and a window.

A door off the main hallway opens to a staircase which leads directly into the second lounge/garden room with under stair storage.  Another bright room to the front, with its own access to the garden, it is an extremely versatile space which could be utilised as a home office, a treatment room/workout studio, playroom, a bedroom or a family room.

Outside

A tarred driveway provides off road parking on two levels with both parking areas having electric vehicle charging points.  The established front garden is tiered.  The lower part is mainly laid to lawn with a wooden shed providing outdoor storage, the middle section is well stocked with a variety of shrubs and bushes and the upper level is hard landscaped to provide a sun-terrace and a canopied patio.  Gates to either gable end enclose the rear garden whilst still allowing ease of access from front to rear.

Benefitting from deer fencing, the fully enclosed rear garden comprises a drying green, a log store and bin storage area.  There is a second log store close to the property’s side entrance.

Fixtures and fittings

All curtains (with the possible exception of the lounge curtains), all fitted floor coverings, light fittings, kitchen appliances and the washing machine are included in the sale price.

Location

The rural Parish of Birse is located just outside Aboyne and offers a variety of accessible walking and cycling tracks.  Aboyne is an attractive village situated approximately 27 miles from Aberdeen. At the heart of the village is the village green which is the site of the famous Aboyne Highland games which are held in August each year. The village is well served by many amenities which include Primary and Secondary Schooling, a Community/Sports centre with swimming pool, an excellent 18 hole golf course, a wide selection of shops and several hotels and restaurants. There are a number of outdoor pursuits available locally which include the Aberdeen Water Ski Club which is situated at Aboyne Loch. The beautiful surrounding countryside of Royal Deeside is abundant with leisure facilities such as golf, fishing, horse riding and the Glen Tanar Country Park provides excellent walks. During the winter months skiing at Glenshee and the Lecht are within easy reach. Famous for its scenic beauty, Deeside offers unrivalled opportunities for sporting enthusiasts.

Directions

To reach the property from the direction of Aberdeen, travel on the North Deeside Road (A93) towards Banchory, then continue towards Aboyne for approximately 5 miles. Turn left at the sign post for B993 South Deeside Road at the Potarch. Continue straight ahead (passing the Potarch on the right) for approximately 2 miles. At the T-junction, turn right, sign posted Aboyne continue until you see a signpost for Birsemore with a brown sign below it for Praesmohr House Care Home.  Turn left at the junction,  pass a water pump station on the left and then take the next left.  Craigston is the fifth house on the left-hand side as indicated by our Mackinnons for sale board.