Property overview

A rare opportunity has arisen to purchase this substantial three bedroom, end terraced, family home presented in immaculate walk-in condition situated within the heart of the sought-after village of Ballater on Royal Deeside.  Bright and spacious throughout, the accommodation spans two floors, boasting a newly refurbished dining kitchen and an attractive family bathroom.  There is a spacious garden to the front and side with a large rear garden providing a storage shed.  If the appropriate planning permission was obtained, this area may be suitable for installing a garage or parking area.

Early viewing is highly recommended to truly appreciate the immaculate accommodation on offer. 

Enter the front garden through a wrought iron gate to a paved path leading to the side of the property where a solid wooden door with glass panel gives access to the welcoming hall.  This area is fitted with a deep cupboard housing the combi boiler whilst offering storage space, and a carpeted staircase rising to the upper floor.

The welcoming dual aspect lounge is of generous proportions flooded by natural sunlight via the large picture window to the front and window to one side.  Another feature of the room is the multi fuel stove set on a granite hearth, creating a cosy ambience.  Fitted with laminate wood effect flooring, central light fitting and a glazed door providing access to the dining kitchen. 

The newly refurbished dining kitchen is fitted with an array of base and wall units with under cabinet lighting, coordinating work surface and upstand incorporating a stainless-steel sink and drainer with mixer tap.  There is an integrated electric double oven and hob with chimney style extractor hood above. Ample space available for a washing machine and fridge freezer.  The laminated wood effect flooring continues from the hall and lounge.  Central light fitting, which will remain, and a partially glazed door gives access to the rear garden.

Completing the ground floor is the well-appointed, modern family bathroom with a privacy window to the rear, with fitted blind.  Boasting floor to ceiling tiling, the bathroom is fitted with a three-piece modern white suite comprising a WC, wash hand basin set within a vanity unit offering useful storage and a work surface. The bath is fitted with an overhead shower, shower glass, and a mixer tap with a useful shower attachment.

The carpeted staircase with modern balustrade ascends to the upper landing giving access to the three spacious bedrooms. The window to the side floods the area with natural light. 

Enjoying a dual aspect, the principal bedroom is a haven to relax in with a picture window boasting open views of the hills to the south.  This bright and airy room offers ample space for free standing furniture and comes complete with a fitted cupboard providing hanging space and a shelf. 

Bedroom two enjoys open views to the Craigendarroch Hill and provides ample space for free standing furniture. A hatch gives access to the partially floored and well insulated attic space offering added storage facilities.

Another good-sized room with a dual aspect and views to the rear towards the Craigendarroch Hill.  Bedroom three is fitted with a built-in cupboard and ample space for stand-alone furniture.

Outside

Mainly laid to lawn, the property benefits from a walled garden with manicured hedging.  To the front, the gated garden boasts a grassed area with mature shrubs and conifers. The well-maintained lawn continues round the side of the house to the rear with miniature hedging to one side of the paved pathway. The garden shed is situated at the bottom of the lawn.

Fixtures and fittings

All fitted floor coverings, blinds, curtain poles, light fittings in the kitchen, integrated double oven with hob and wood burning stove are all included in the sale price as well as the garden shed.

Location

The picturesque village of Ballater is set in the heart of Royal Deeside, approximately 40 miles West of Aberdeen on the main A93 amid the beautiful countryside within the Cairngorms National Park. Ballater offers a wide range of social clubs and events including the popular annual activities throughout Victoria Week in August which hosts the renowned Ballater Highland Games, as well as the Ballater Walking Week and Golf Week. The village boasts a wide and varied selection of quality shops, coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, and a Health Centre. A primary school with a pre-school nursery is available in the village with secondary schooling at the Academy in nearby Aboyne serving the senior pupils with school transport being provided. A regular public bus service travels to Aboyne through to Aberdeen as well as Crathie and Braemar. The village boasts an excellent 18-hole golf course, and tennis courts with further outdoor pursuits available in the area including a vast selection of walking routes, horse riding, fishing, shooting, gliding and winter sports nearby at the Lecht and Glenshee. A swimming pool and leisure facilities are available at the Hilton Craigendarroch Hotel. Ballater is within easy commuting distance to the business parks at Westhill and Kingswells, as well as the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (AWPR) which provides a quicker commute to areas north and south of the city centre, including Aberdeen International Airport.

Directions

Enter the village on the A93 from Aberdeen. Take the first road to your left immediately after the Alexandra Hotel down Deebank Road. Pass the Police Station on the right to reach the junction with Braichlie Road and 1 Strathdee Cottages, 38 Deebank Road, is straight ahead on the right as identified by our Mackinnons For Sale sign.