Property overview

We are delighted to bring to the market this deceptively spacious two-bedroom, bungalow with sunroom and dining kitchen.  Well laid out accommodation allows for ease of movement around this single storey dwelling, whilst attic rooms provide versatile additional space.

Externally, Clochnaben benefits from a generous tiered garden, a garage and parking to the rear with additional off-road parking at the front.

Conveniently located close to many of Banchory’s amenities, this property will appeal to a variety of prospective purchasers and viewing is recommended to appreciate the accommodation and outside space available.

Full Description

Enter the property at the side via the partially glazed main door into a vestibule with hatch to the sub floor.  The vestibule gives access to the main hallway, which, in turn leads to the lounge, dining kitchen, two bedrooms and family bathroom. Concealed behind a door in the hallway is a fixed ladder with banister which allows access to the attic rooms.

The lounge is a bright and inviting room which is semi open plan with a triple aspect sunroom.  The lounge features a gas fire set on a stone hearth with a stone surround and wooden mantel piece.  The lounge and sunroom are linked by a rectangular opening.  The sunroom has windows to the east, south and west, with a door in the southerly end providing access to the front of the property.

The dining kitchen is to the rear of Clochnaben.  With ample space for the placement of a table and chairs.  The kitchen is fitted with a range of light wood effect base and wall units with contrasting dark grey slate effect worksurfaces and complementing splashback.  Integrated appliances comprise of Bosch electric induction hob with extractor fan above, electric Smeg eye level grill and oven with Kenwood microwave above, fridge and Bosch dishwasher.  There is space for a washing machine.  A door from the kitchen leads to a paved patio which is ideally positioned for al-fresco dining.

Clochnaben has two double bedrooms, both are tranquil rooms, the principal bedroom is to the side of the house and benefits from fitted storage with mirrored sliding doors.  Bedroom two is to the rear, it has space for free standing storage, and  is served by a two-piece en-suite WC cloakroom with extractor fan and wall mounted charging point.

Completing the ground floor is the fully tiled four-piece shower room comprising a shower cubicle, wash hand basin, bidet and WC.  A window and an extractor fan provide ventilation and there is a wall mounted light/charging point above the sink.

Accessible via a fixed ladder, the attic is divided into three rooms which all have Velux windows. The first and second rooms have fitted storage and there is a two-piece WC cloakroom off the second room.

Outside

A paving stone driveway provides off street parking at the front.  A pathway to the side leads to the front and continues through a gate to the enclosed, split level rear garden.  The rear garden features a paved patio, raised beds, greenhouse, wooden shed, workshop and garage.  The workshop and garage are served by power and light.  The garage also benefits from an electric up and over door and a water tap.  Situated next to the garage, the parking at the rear of the property is ideal for larger vehicles such as a van, caravan or campervan.

Fixtures and fittings

All blinds, curtains, light fittings, light shades, all integrated appliances, the greenhouse and shed will remain and are included in the sale price.

Other items may be available by separate negotiation if required.

Location

Within close proximity of the secondary school, the primary schools and local nurseries.  Clochnaben is located in the sought after town of Banchory on Royal Deeside.  Banchory is 18 miles west of Aberdeen, making for an easy commute to Aberdeen city, Westhill and Kingswells, particularly since the opening of the AWPR. Locally, there is a wide range of recreational and sporting activities including 18 and 9 hole golf courses, driving range and tennis courts, while salmon and trout fishing are both available on the Rivers Dee, Feugh and at Raemoir Trout Fishery. Surrounded by low hills, Banchory offers numerous walks, including the popular trek to the summit of Scolty Hill, and walks around Crathes Castle and the neighbouring Milton of Crathes. Banchory boasts a good selection of shops, including Tesco and Morrison’s supermarkets, whilst there are also a variety of restaurants and hotels available. During the winter months skiing is available nearby at the Lecht and Glenshee resorts.

Directions

On entering Banchory from the direction of Aberdeen on the A93, continue past Tesco.  Clochnaben is located on the right-hand side of the road as indicted by our Mackinnons for sale sign, just after passing Cordiner’s Saw MillI (which is on the left-hand side of the road). 

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