Property overview

CLOSING DATE FOR OFFERS MONDAY 23RD MARCH AT NOON

We are pleased to bring to the market this charming and deceptively spacious, two bedroom, two public room and two attic room, detached family home.  Brought to the market in walk in condition, Brooklyn provides accommodation suitable for single floor living whilst benefitting from two spacious and versatile attic rooms.

Externally the property boasts extensive partitioned outbuildings including a garage, off road parking and thoughtfully zoned gardens to the front and easterly side.

The property has undergone a programme of improvements by the current occupiers.  These improvements include the installation of an air source heating system, solar panels, replacement windows and electrics, a dining kitchen and a four piece bathroom.

Located in the sought after and desirable town of Banchory on Royal Deeside, Brooklyn is conveniently situated in close proximity to primary and secondary schools.  Physical viewing is essential to fully appreciate what is on offer both inside and outside this charming cottage.    

Full Description

Brooklyn benefits from front, rear and side entrances.  Entering at the front, the main door opens into an inviting hallway which leads to all ground floor accommodation, with a fixed stair giving access to the upper floor. The hallway benefits from a deep fitted pantry cupboard with lighting, shelving and floor storage.

The lounge is a tranquil, dual aspect room with windows to the front and side.  Featuring a recessed stove set on a slate hearth with a display alcove to one side, a cupboard below the alcove houses the electrical apparatus.  This lovely, bright and cosy south facing room is perfect for use during the day and into the evening.

Positioned at the rear of the home, the dining kitchen is fitted with a range of matte navy-blue base and wall units with complementing wooden worktops and stainless steel splashbacks.  The kitchen incorporates integrated appliances comprising a Zanussi induction hob with extractor fan above, a Samsung oven with a Lamona combination oven/microwave above and a dishwasher.  The room is sufficiently proportioned for the placement of a table and chairs, and it features a one and half bowl Belfast style sink with standard taps and a hot water tap.  The free standing fridge freezer is to remain and is included in the sale price.

There are two double bedrooms on the ground floor, one to the front and one to the rear of the property.  Both bedrooms provide fitted storage, and the rear bedroom has patio doors out to the side garden.

Completing the ground floor, the centrally set four piece family bathroom comprises a deep bath, separate corner shower cubicle, wash hand basin set in a vanity unit with a wall mounted, illuminated mirrored medicine cabinet above and a WC. A window provides ventilation.

A fixed, carpeted stair leads from the hallway up to the first floor landing which, in turn leads to two bright, south facing, generously proportioned attic rooms which are currently utilised as bedrooms, with one of the rooms doubling up as a home office by the current occupiers. Off the landing, an accessible hatch gives walk in access to a fully floored attic storage area with sky light and lighting.

Outside

The cottage benefits from a generous zoned but mostly south-facing garden. Well established, it offers mature shrubs, colourful flower borders and several areas of lawn. Additionally, it offers a vegetable plot and mature apple and plum trees, while a decked seating area provides an ideal space for BBQ and outside entertaining.

A stone chip driveway providing parking for several cars leads to a single garage with power and light.  A plastic canopy provides shelter above a gated walkway which runs from the end of the parking area, past the back door and along the length of most of the outbuildings. 

The partitioned outbuildings are all served by power and light.  They comprise of the garage/log store, a utility room/boiler room, a bike store and a workshop/garden equipment store.  The utility room houses the air source heating boiler and other apparatus including the water tank.  This section of the outbuildings doubles up as a utility room with space for a deep freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and it also benefits from a sink. 

Fixtures and fittings

All fitted floor coverings, curtains and blinds, integrated kitchen appliances and the free standing fridge freezer are included in the sale price.

The log cabin and the greenhouse may be available by separate negotiation.

Location

Banchory is approximately 18 miles west of Aberdeen, making for an easy commute to Aberdeen city, Westhill and Kingswells, particularly since the opening of the AWPR. The town is well served by nurseries, while the property also lies within walking distance of Banchory Primary School and the Academy. Locally, there is a wide range of recreational and sporting activities including 18 and 9 hole golf courses, driving range, bike trails 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

Travelling on the North Deeside Road from Aberdeen turn right at the traffic lights onto Raemoir Road, the property is the first house on the right after the garden centre as is clearly indicated by our Mackinnons For Sale sign.