Property overview

We are delighted to bring to the market this unique fifteen-bedroom former boutique golf and spa resort with Full Planning Permission for residential conversion to a ten-bedroom family home.  The surrounding land includes a generously proportioned outbuilding and a secure external storeroom.

The Lodge on The Loch is brought to the residential sales market with the surrounding ground (not including the loch).  The site being marketed, inclusive of the portion of land on which the buildings stand, extends to approximately 2.5 acres.  Additional land extending to approximately 30.64 acres may be available by separate negotiation exclusively to the purchaser of the buildings and surrounding land if desired.  Any interest in the additional land should be expressed to the Selling Agent.

Full details of the Planning Permission and proposed plans are available on the Aberdeenshire Council Planning website under the planning reference APP/2014/1499.

Located outside the sought after village of Aboyne, occupying a magnificent site.  The property boasts truly breathtaking views over Aboyne Loch to the Cairngorm National Park beyond with an open outlook over the surrounding countryside to the rear.  The Lodge on The Loch presents a rare opportunity to acquire a totally unique and versatile property which must be seen in person to be fully appreciated.

Full Description

Ground Floor

Enter the Lodge On The Loch via the main entrance into a reception/entrance foyer which branches off to the open plan restaurant/dining area and bar.  Doors on two sides of the dining room/bar provide access to the deck which wraps around the property’s frontage.  The deck has been thoughtfully zoned to provide a flow with privacy.  A well-appointed, fully fitted commercial kitchen is accessible from the dining room and bar area.  A door leads directly outside from the kitchen.

The remaining ground floor accommodation comprises two changing rooms with WC facilities, a solarium, spa with sauna, three bedrooms with exclusive en-suite facilities, plus two further bedrooms which form the family suite with a combined en-suite.  Completing the ground floor accommodation is a staff room.  The ground floor provides excellent storage facilities including a large walk-in storeroom adjacent to the staff room.

The wrap around deck is also accessible from the entrance reception area/entrance foyer, the solarium, the spa, three of the ground floor bedrooms and from the rear hallway.

There are two separate staircases connecting the ground floor to the upper floor.

Upper Floor

The upper floor provides a blend of living and sleeping accommodation.

A triple aspect resident’s lounge features a full height window overlooking the loch to the front.  Double doors off the lounge open to an exclusive balcony.

At the opposite end of the upper floor is an apartment comprising living room with exclusive balcony, a principal bedroom with en-suite, a second bedroom, a cloakroom WC and a large walk in storage cupboard.

The remainder of the upper floor comprises eight double bedrooms, seven of which have en-suite shower rooms and one which also boasts a sauna.

A cloakroom WC completes the upper floor.

Floor Plans

Floor plans of existing layout and floor plans of proposed layout are available by request.  Please email property@mackinnons.com to make this request.

Outside

Advertised for sale with the surrounding land, The Lodge On The Loch sits in approximately 2.5 acres. The property is accessed via a tarred single-track road which leads to a generous stone chip parking area at the rear and side of the of the main building. Also, to the rear of the main building is a large outbuilding. A secure external storeroom, served by power and light provides excellent storage facilities. The boiler is located to the side of the property.

To the front of the main building, a wrap around deck is ideally positioned for full appreciation of the Lochside setting and views.  A well-maintained lawn gently slopes from the deck to the water’s edge.

Fixtures and fittings

All fitted floor coverings, all fitted window coverings, light fittings and fitted kitchen appliances will remain and are included in the sale price.

Other items of furniture and all movable kitchen appliances are available by separate negotiation.

Please note that the pods to the rear of the property are not included and will not remain.

Location

The Lodge On The Loch is located within close proximity of the popular village of Aboyne, an attractive village situated approximately 30 miles from Aberdeen. At the heart of the village is the Village Green which is the site of the famous Aboyne Highland games which are held in August. The village is well served by many amenities which include primary and secondary schooling, a Community/Sports centre with swimming pool, an 18 hole golf course, a wide selection of shops, cafes and restaurants. There are a number of outdoor pursuits available locally which include the Aberdeen Water Ski Club which is situated at Aboyne Loch. The beautiful surrounding countryside of Royal Deeside is abundant with leisure facilities such as mountain biking, bike trails, golf, fishing, horse riding and excellent walks. During the winter months skiing at Glenshee and the Lecht are within easy reach. Famous for its scenic beauty, Deeside offers unrivalled opportunities for sporting enthusiasts. The village is commutable to the city of Aberdeen, Aberdeen Airport and Aberdeen’s rail and bus station.  

Directions

From Aberdeen head out of the city on the A93.  Travel through Peterculter, Drumoak, Banchory and Kincardine O’Neil. Continue from Kincardine O’Neil towards Aboyne.   A large sign at the entrance to Lodge on the Loch bears the property’s name and  is located on the right-hand side just before the Aboyne Caravan Park.