Property overview

We are delighted to bring to the market this four-bedroom, two public room, detached, traditional two storey family home.  Dating back to 1892, Briar Cottage is a striking property nestled in the heart of the popular town of Huntly.  It offers generously proportioned and well laid out accommodation conducive to modern family living whilst still retaining traditional charm inside and out.

The property is further enhanced by off street parking, a garage, a walled rear garden and a low maintenance garden to the front.

With its convenient location adding to its appeal, early viewing of this characterful property is recommended.

Full Description

Enter the property at the front into a spacious, yet welcoming hallway housing a beautiful staircase.  The hallway leads to most ground floor accommodation except for the cloakroom WC. A cupboard to the side of the front door houses the electricity apparatus and a further cupboard under the stair provides excellent fitted storage facilities.

To the left of the staircase and to the front of the property is a public room which is currently utilised as a home office and second lounge, but which could be used as a formal dining room if required.  Boasting ornate cornicing and a ceiling rose, the room also features a gas fire set in a wall mounted surround flanked by two recessed alcoves with storage cupboards below. 

Across the hallway from the dining room/second lounge is a generously proportioned, dual aspect lounge. The lounge provides ample space for the placement of a variety of free-standing furniture and the current owners use one half of the room for formal dining. A stove provides a focal point with a recessed alcove with storage below to one side. 

Positioned towards the rear of the property, the dining kitchen is a bright and inviting space which benefits from an abundance of natural light.  Fitted with a good range of white matte base and wall units with complementing work surfaces.  The dining kitchen incorporates integrated appliances comprising of an electric induction hob with extractor fan above, eye level combined microwave and oven with main oven below, fridge, freezer and dishwasher.  The free-standing washing machine and tumble dryer are to remain and are included in the sale price.

A door to the rear of the kitchen leads to a rear vestibule which, in turn leads to a conveniently located cloakroom WC.  A door from the rear vestibule leads out to the garden, garage and driveway.

Returning to the entrance hallway, a stunning carpeted staircase with wooden banister and balustrade ascends to the upper landing where a hatch allows access to the partially floored attic where the boiler is located.

There are four double bedrooms off the hallway, two are to the front and two are to the rear.  All four bedrooms offer space for free standing storage and one of the bedrooms to the front benefits from a walk-in wardrobe with window.  This space is could also be used as a store room, home office, nursery or playroom.

Completing the upper floor is a centrally set family bathroom comprising of a bath with shower above, wash hand basin set in a vanity unit, a WC and a fitted cupboard.  A window and extractor fan provide ventilation.

Outside

To the front of Briar Cottage, a low wall with metal railings and a gate borders the property.  Flanked by low maintenance stone chipped areas of garden, a pathway leads to the main entrance.  Wooden gates to one side of the house allow access to the driveway which leads to a generously proportioned, garage with up and over door, power and light.  Adjacent to the garage is further, secure external storage space with light.  There is an outdoor tap close to the garage.

Bordered by a stone wall, the rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with a stone-chip patio providing the ideal spot for al-fresco dining or entertaining.  A curved pathway leads to a potting shed and there is a rotary clothes dryer.  

Fixtures and fittings

All floor coverings, curtains and blinds, light fittings, integrated and free-standing kitchen appliances and the potting shed are included in the sale price.

Location

Huntly is a market town offering a good range of amenities including nursery, primary and secondary education centres.  The town is in the heart of West Aberdeenshire on the A96 approximately 37 miles from Aberdeen. There are rail and bus links to Aberdeen, Dyce and Inverness.

Directions

From Aberdeen travel on the A96 (Aberdeen - Inverness road) to Huntly. On reaching the roundabout at Asda, take the third exit into Huntly. Continue straight on at the crossroads and travel along this road turning left onto Nelson Street. Take the second road on the right onto George Street.  Briar Cottage is identifiable by the gate with a sign bearing the house name and by our Mackinnons For sale posters in the window.