Property overview

We are delighted to bring to the market this architect individually designed, AJC constructed (in 2019), four-bedroom, two public room, one and a half storey, detached family home set in approximately three quarters of an acre of grounds which also contains planning permission in principle for the erection of a separate detached house.

Enjoying a rural location but within the village of Finzean itself, The Sheiling offers bright, generously proportioned, versatile accommodation with a flowing layout conducive to modern living. Externally, the property is enhanced by gardens developed by the current owners to the front and rear.  The rear section contains a driveway with a turning bay and parking for 3 vehicles.

Full Description

The property has dual entrances to front and rear. The property can be accessed at the rear via a partially glazed, canopied door flanked by glazed side panels into the utility room.  The utility room has base unit storage, a work surface with a stainless steel sink and draining board, with space below for free standing white goods. A fitted cupboard in the utility room houses the hot water tank and under floor heating manifold.  A ceiling hatch in this room gives access to one of the property’s two attic spaces.

From the utility room, a door leads to the open plan kitchen and dining area.  This is a strikingly bright dual aspect room with floor to ceiling glazing incorporating glass doors accessing the rear garden.  The kitchen is fitted with a good range of grey gloss base and wall units with complementing work surfaces and splashbacks. Integrated kitchen appliances consist of an electric hob with extractor fan above, oven/grill below, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and a one and a half bowl stainless steel sink and draining board. A central island provides additional work surface with more storage cupboards and drawers below and a breakfasting shelf at one end.  The south facing dining area within this room has ample space to accommodate a dining table, sideboard, bookcase and chairs.

Within the kitchen and dining area is a door leading to the central hall and from there to the remaining ground floor accommodation.  This spacious hallway allows access through the front door to the front garden and also houses a striking central carpeted staircase flanked with oak bannisters and balustrades. A fitted cupboard in the hallway houses electrical apparatus and a second under stair cupboard provides additional hall storage.

Off the hallway, adjacent to the dining kitchen is the lounge which is also south facing.  The lounge benefits from large picture window to the front with a small side windowpane.  A sunny and bright room by day, the lounge features a wood burning stove providing the ideal focal point for a cosy winters’ evening.

Also off the hallway is a double bedroom and family bathroom completing the ground floor accommodation.  The bedroom is a well-proportioned, dual aspect double room overlooking the rear garden of the property and has a double fitted storage cupboard.  Next to the bedroom is a three-piece bathroom comprising a bath with shower above, wash hand basin and WC.  A window and extractor fan provide ventilation, and the room has an electrically heated towel radiator.

Ascending the carpeted staircase to the upper floor, passing a striking full height window you reach the gallery landing which is currently used as a quiet seating area or home office.  The landing leads to the remaining 3 double bedrooms the principal of which has an en-suite shower room.

Two of the upper floor bedrooms have more fitted storage, while the third bedroom, currently used as a hobbies room has ample space for free standing storage.  A hatch from bedroom two gives access to the second attic.  All first floor bedrooms rooms have large south facing velux windows providing light and views over the garden and the hills to the south of Finzean.

Outside

Set within a large plot extending to approximately 0.75 acre, the gated garden has been thoughtfully created to blend in with its surroundings.  Pathways meander through well-stocked cottage gardens to the front and rear.  The front garden is mainly laid to lawn edged with borders and trees.  The rear garden features areas of lawn, raised beds and borders brimming with a variety of plants and shrubs.  A stone chip driveway provides parking for at least 3 cars.  The property has a newly erected log store, a rotary clothes dryer, 2 garden ponds and an outside tap.  The old wooden shed is to remain, and the greenhouse is available by separate negotiation.

The bonus, which is an individual feature of this property, is that a portion of The Sheiling’s rear garden has Planning Permission in Principle for the sud-division of the land and the erection of a further detached dwelling house should the purchaser wish to develop or sell it. Details of the Permission are available on Aberdeenshire Council’s Planning Applications website under the reference APP/2026/0061.  Here is a link to the documents containing the details

https://upa.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?keyVal=T8WO3UCAJSW00&activeTab=summary

However, there is no obligation on the purchaser to do so, and he/she may wish simply to use this area of undeveloped ground as further garden space or perhaps build an external room, garden room or home office.

Fixtures and fittings

All fitted floor coverings including the engineered oak flooring, all blinds, light fittings, all integrated electrical appliances and the free-standing washing machine are included in the sale price.

The greenhouse is available by separate negotiation.

 Location

Finzean is an attractive Aberdeenshire village located within easy commuting distance of Aberdeen and just 7 miles from both Banchory and Aboyne. There is the Finzean Village Hall close by which provides various activities all year round and for all ages. The village’s 250 or so inhabitants  have an exceptional community spirit. There is a farm shop and tearoom specialising in locally sourced produce and gifts.  There is a primary school within the village of Finzean for which school transport is provided and secondary education is available at both Aboyne Academy and Banchory Academy with transport being provided to Aboyne Academy.

The beautiful surrounding countryside of Feuchside and Royal Deeside is abundant with facilities for golfing, fishing, horse-riding and walking in the nearby Forest of Birse and Slewdrum Forest. The area generally offers unrivalled opportunities for sporting enthusiasts and is a great location for bringing up a family and enjoying village life in a spectacular location.

Directions

Travelling through Banchory, at traffic lights in town centre turn down Dee Street and continue on road for approximately 7 miles until reaching Finzean. As you pass the children’s play area and football field in Finzean village centre on the left hand side, take the left fork and follow this road along a short distance where The Shieling is located on the left hand side clearly identified by our Mackinnons For Sale sign.