Property overview

We are delighted to present to the market this unique three bedroom detached dwellinghouse, enjoying an attractive position overlooking Banff Harbour and beyond.

Originally built around 1900 and converted during 1998, “Goodley Heritage” is of mostly neutral decoration and provides spacious and contemporary living accommodation across two floors. With the benefit of secure off street parking and a single garage, an elevated decked platform provides a wonderful setting for “al fresco dining” while taking in the surrounding vistas.

A unique opportunity to purchase a charming coastal home, early viewing is highly recommended.

Full Description

From the courtyard, a partially glazed timber door leads into the entrance hall where the security entry system is located. Accessible from the hall is the boot room, which overlooks the courtyard via a deep silled window. Equally suitable as a study, play room or walk in pantry, the boot room is of neutral decoration. To the other side of the hall is the utility room, where a laminate work surface incorporates a stainless steel sink with drainer and an under counter storage unit. Plumbed for white appliances and including a tumble dryer, a wall mounted cupboard houses the electricity circuit breaker.

A partially glazed door from the entrance hall leads into the bright dining kitchen, which features a large arched window with a charming window seat. With ample space for a dining table set, the kitchen is fitted with a good range of cream coloured shaker style base and wall units, in addition to a large dresser incorporating glazed display cabinetry. Extensive wood effect laminate work surfaces incorporate a 1.5 stainless steel sink and a four ring induction hob. Within the kitchen there are a range of integrated appliances, including a dishwasher, double oven, undercounter fridge and microwave.

A partially glazed door from the kitchen leads into the inner hall, from where there is access to the WC cloakroom. Inclusive of a white two piece suite, further features include a glass display shelf and mirror above the wash hand basin, with vanity storage below.

From the inner hall there is access to the generously proportioned lounge. A superb living space with excellent space available for a range of freestanding furniture, a wood burning stove helps to create an inviting and cosy ambience while enjoying views of the harbour via the deep silled arched window.

A door from the lounge leads into the sociable family room; another generously proportioned room with quayside views across the harbour. A versatile room of neutral décor and fitted with laminate wood effect flooring, the family room includes a bespoke fully fitted bar. Of solid wood with a flip-up countertop, there is a range of shelving and inset lighting. Behind the bar, a low level cupboard with double doors provides further storage.

Returning to the lounge, a carpeted staircase leads up to the first floor living accommodation. The fully carpeted landing is of neutral decoration whilst benefitting from lots of natural light. Two deep fitted cupboards provide storage facilities, while the landing also provides access to the attic space via a ceiling hatch. Accessible from the landing is the upper porch, which is laid with laminate wood effect flooring and includes a solid wood timber door providing access to the upper garden.

The principal bedroom suite is an exceptionally spacious room with dual aspect deep silled windows, the largest of which provides elevated views across the harbour towards Macduff. Fully carpeted and of neutral decoration, the bedroom includes three large fitted wardrobes with bi-fold doors, providing an abundance of shelf and hanging space. The principal bedroom also boasts a generously proportioned and contemporary en suite shower room. Inclusive of twin wash hand basins with de-mist mirrors above, there is also the WC and a corner shower enclosure housing a mains shower appliance. Further features include a deep silled double window and a cupboard housing the hot water cylinder.

Double bedroom two is another exceptionally spacious room with ample accommodation for a range of freestanding furniture and storage facilities. Fully carpeted with a series of wall sconces and ceiling light fitments, dual aspect windows provide elevated views across the harbour.

Double bedroom three is a well proportioned and bright room enjoying views across the harbour. Of neutral décor and carpeting, a single fitted wardrobe provides shelf and hanging space.

Completing the accommodation is the modern family bathroom. Of neutral decoration to complement the attractive tiling, the bathroom includes a white three piece suite consisting of a curved bath with central tap fitment, WC and a circular wash hand basin atop a contemporary vanity unit. A corner curved shower enclosure houses a mains shower appliance. Further features include a chrome towel rail, skylight and mirror above the wash hand basin.

Outside

“Goodley Heritage” is situated within versatile grounds which promote easy maintenance. At quay level an electric security gate opens into the fully enclosed courtyard which allows for off street parking and access to the garage with electric up and over door. Within the courtyard there is an outside water tap, while a wooden staircase leads up to a decked platform above the garage, where superb views across the harbour towards Macduff can be enjoyed.

Accessible from the first floor, a door leads out beneath a sheltered canopy where a paved pathway provides access out to Scotstown Road. Predominantly laid with gravel stone chips around the pathway, there is also a timber garden shed.

Fixtures and fittings

All carpets, curtains, blinds, light fittings and white appliances will be included within the sale.

Location

Banff is an attractive coastal town, located at the mouth of the River Deveron which separates Banff from the neighbouring town of Macduff. With a regular bus service to and from Aberdeen (approximately 47 miles distant) there are a number of primary schools within the Banff catchment, with secondary education is provided at Banff Academy. With an array of local shops and amenities in both Banff and Macduff, including a medical centre, the surrounding area provides stunning views of the Moray Firth. There is a wide selection of leisure pursuits available locally, including golf, walking and fishing, while there is also the Deveron Community and Sports Centre which provides a range of sporting facilities.

Directions

On entering Banff across the bridge, take the first right onto the B9142/Bridge Road. Thereafter turn right along Church Street/Deveronside, following the road along as it becomes Harbour Place. On reaching the marina, continue straight ahead – “Goodley Heritage” is located on the left hand side, as is clearly indicated by our Mackinnons For Sale sign.