Property overview

Ideally positioned within the popular village of Peterculter, we offer for sale this deceptively spacious family home which has been sympathetically extended and upgraded by the current owners to an exceptionally high standard to form light and airy accommodation throughout. The generous main house boasts two south facing public rooms,  a stunning open plan kitchen/ dining area and 4 bedrooms. The property is further enhanced by a self-contained one bedroom annexe ideal for additional guest accommodation or rental opportunity. The property sits within approx. 0.30 acre of mature landscaped gardens with stunning open views of the Dee valley. Viewing of this attractive family home is highly recommended to fully appreciate the location and accommodation on offer.  

Full Description

Entered via a hardwood door with decorative glazed panel leads to a bright vestibule, 15 pane door to the reception hall.

A welcoming reception hall provides access to most ground floor accommodation. Fresh neutral décor is complimented by attractive wood flooring and oak interior doors.

Boasting a superb open plan layout on split level, the well-appointed kitchen/dining area is fitted with a  wide range of quality wall and base units in a contemporary shaker style. Ample worksurfaces with matching upstands incorporating stainless steel bowl sink and drainer. The integrated appliances include a combi oven, further oven/grill, larder fridge, larder freezer and dishwasher. A central island houses additional storage and induction hob with extractor canopy overhead. The exceptionally light and airy dining area offers ample space for a family table and chairs. A full height picture window overlooks the mature gardens and superb south facing views. Double French doors lead to the large, paved terrace. A particular feature of this room is the attractive gas stove with exposed flue set on a slate hearth.

An arch from the kitchen/dining area leads to the spacious family room with bay window overlooking the terrace and garden grounds beyond. This room enjoys superb south facing views of the surrounding Dee Valley. A recessed alcove houses the wall mounted TV which will be included in the sale.

The lounge, is situated to the rear with a large bay window enjoying a south facing aspect with views over the well maintained garden and countryside beyond. A particular focal point is the ornate wooden fire surround with cast iron inset housing an open fire set on a slate hearth. Recessed alcove offers display shelving.

A good sized laundry room is fitted with additional wall and base units, ample worksurface incorporates a 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer. Space for free standing washing machine and tumble drier which will be included in the sale. Wall mounted Central heating boiler. A fitted cupboard houses the electricity circuit breaker.  Window to the front and hardwood door to side courtyard area.

Completing the ground floor, a centrally set cloakroom is fitted with a  white two piece comprising suspended w/c and wash hand basin. Tiled to dado height behind sanitary ware and ceramic tiled floor.  Extensive fitted cupboards house the hot water cylinder and under stair storage facilities.

A wooden staircase with carpeted runner, wooden balustrade and banister leads to the upper floor and remaining accommodation. Velux window allows ample natural light into the area.

Of generous proportions the main double bedroom boasts double French doors with full height window to either side  leading to the south facing timber balcony which offers superb open views of the surrounding Dee Valley. A double fitted wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors provides ample shelf and hanging space.  This room is further enhanced by an ensuite bathroom. Fitted with a  modern white three piece suite comprising w/c, suspended wash hand basin, bath with Grohe shower over and glazed screen alongside. Fully tiled around the bath/ shower area and to dado height behind sanitary ware. Large Velux window to the front.

There are two further spacious double bedrooms on the upper landing, both rooms benefit from dormer windows to the south facing aspect and offer ample space for a range of furnishings. The middle bedroom has an access hatch with fixed pull down ladder to attic space, which is floored and equipped with light.

From the upper landing a good sized home office with Velux window to the side gives access to a further well proportioned double bedroom, twin Velux windows on two aspects flood the room with natural light. A triple fitted wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors offers ample shelf and hanging space. This room is further enhanced by a good sized ensuite shower room, fitted with a  white suite comprising w/c, suspended wash hand basin and fully aqua lined shower enclosure housing a mains pressure shower. Ceramic tiled floor.

A well appointed family bathroom is fitted with a white three piece suite comprising w/c, suspended wash hand basin and bath with splash back tiling. Velux window to the front.

Annexe

Accessed from the front driveway via the courtyard area at the side, this versatile  self-contained annexe offers superb additional guest accommodation or business potential. The well-proportioned, open plan lounge/ kitchen/dining area offers light and airy accommodation with picture windows on two aspects. The kitchen area is fitted with a  range of wall and base units with ample work surface and extensive splash back tiling 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer. Integrated appliances including halogen hob with extractor hood and oven/grill will remain along with free standing washing machine and fridge/freezer. A breakfast bar separates the kitchen area from the lounge which offers ample space for a range of furnishings. A deep fitted cupboard provides shelf and hanging facilities. A bright double bedroom located to the front of the annexe provides space for a  range of free standing furniture.  A centrally set shower room fitted with a modern white suite comprising w/c, wash hand basin and aqua lined shower enclosure housing a mains power Mira shower completes the accommodation. The annexe is served by is own central heating boiler, the electricity supply is connected to the main house.

Outside

The property occupies a generous established plot extending to approximately 0.30 acre. Wrought iron gates lead to a stone chip driveway providing off road parking for several cars and giving access to the single garage equipped with water, power and light with access door to the rear garden. The front of the property is screened by high level stone wall and borders stocked with a variety of mature shrubs and trees, paved path to the side leads to the self-contained annexe.

The fully enclosed rear gardens boasts a superb south facing aspect with views over the well maintained garden grounds and Dee Valley beyond. A large, paved terrace to the rear of the property provides an ideal location for outdoor entertaining. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with decorative borders stocked with an abundance of established, shrubs, trees and seasonal plants. Screened to either side by mature hedging and shrubs. The beautiful garden leads down to an area of attractive box hedges with fruit trees and arched walkway with Clematis and Honeysuckle which in turn leads to a lower lawn with views over the River Dee and an access gate leading to the Deeside Railway path.

Fixtures and fittings

The property will be sold inclusive of all floor coverings, curtains, blinds and light fittings along with all integrated and free standing appliances,  in both the main house and the annexe. Items of furniture may be available by separate negotiation.  Several areas are wired for surround sound, speakers to remain.

Location

Peterculter lies approximately 8 miles west of Aberdeen City Centre and is situated along the A93 North Deeside Road. With good proximity to the AWPR, the property lies within easy commuting distance of Westhill, Kingswells, Dyce and Aberdeen city centre. There are several regular bus routes accessible along the North Deeside Road, including the No 19 which provides easy access to the city. There is a good range of local shops and amenities, including a health centre, library, community centre and 18 hole golf course. Kippie Lodge Sports and Country Club with its 9 hole golf course and considerable sports facilities is also within close proximity. Education is catered for at the local primary school, with secondary education at Cults Academy. There are a number of recreational and outdoor pursuits available locally, including woodland and riverside walks in picturesque Deeside and along the Old Deeside Railway Line which lies nearby

Directions

From Aberdeen, follow the A93 North Deeside Road through Cults, Bieldside and Milltimber. On entering Peterculter, proceed straight ahead. East Court is located a short distance ahead on the left hand side, opposite The Ploughman as indicated by Mackinnons ‘For Sale’ board.