Property overview

We are delighted to present for sale this deceptively spacious four-bedroom detached bungalow, set on a generous plot in the heart of the thriving village of Ballater on Royal Deeside, within easy reach of excellent local amenities. Offering well-balanced and versatile family accommodation, the property is presented in tasteful décor throughout. The accommodation includes a spacious lounge, ideal for both relaxing and entertaining, with patio doors opening onto the garden, complemented by a separate sitting room/family room and dining room, also featuring French doors overlooking the rear garden. There is a well-appointed breakfast kitchen, utility room, family bathroom, a principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, and three further generously sized bedrooms. Externally, the property enjoys substantial garden grounds, providing a high degree of privacy and space for outdoor living, with a large log cabin. Further benefits include oil central heating and double glazing throughout. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the quality, space, and setting of this desirable family home.

Enter via a hardwood external door with glazed side panels into a bright and spacious entrance vestibule. A large, fitted cupboard offers excellent hanging and shelving space, and houses the electric meter. A glazed door with matching side panel leads through to the main hall.

A bright and welcoming T-shaped hallway, flooded with natural light offers an excellent sense of space. The hall provides access to all accommodation and benefits from an abundance of storage throughout, including four built-in cupboards, one housing the hot water tank and a particularly generous walk-in cupboard complete with power and lighting. A ceiling hatch gives access to a partially floored attic, offering additional useful storage potential.

A glazed door with matching side panels from the hall leads into this tastefully decorated, generously proportioned lounge, featuring double patio doors opening out to the front garden. A particular focal point of the room is the ornamental granite fireplace with marble hearth and wooden mantel, with the granite continuing along the wall to incorporate attractive display shelving.

The spacious family room provides a comfortable and versatile space for everyday living, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and finished in neutral tones throughout. South-facing French doors flood the room with natural light and open directly onto a large patio and rear garden. The dining area offers ample space for a table and chairs, making it ideal for both family meals and entertaining. A door leads through to the kitchen.

Overlooking the rear garden, the spacious kitchen enjoys delightful views towards the surrounding hills. Fitted with a range of wall and base units with coordinating worktops incorporating a stainless steel sink with drainer and tiled splashback. Integrated appliances include an electric double oven and grill, electric hob with extractor hood over, and freestanding dishwasher, plus space for a large fridge/freezer. A breakfast bar with useful storage below completes the space.

The utility room overlooking the rear garden, fitted with a base unit incorporating a stainless steel sink and drainer. Space is provided for a freezer, washing machine, and tumble dryer. Central heating boiler. External door giving access to the rear garden.

Bedroom two is a well-proportioned double room, finished in neutral tones and featuring a large window overlooking the front garden. A built-in wardrobe provides useful hanging and shelving space.

The principal bedroom is spacious and generously proportioned, finished in neutral tones and enjoying a large window overlooking the front garden. A substantial built-in wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors provides excellent hanging and shelving space. The room also offers ample space for a range of freestanding furniture.

The en suite shower room is attractively tiled to dado height and fitted with a modern two-piece suite comprising WC and wash hand basin set within an attractive vanity unit. There is a fully tiled shower enclosure with bi-folding doors housing an electric shower. Additional features include a shaver point and an opaque window to the side.

Bedroom three is a bright and inviting double room, enjoying attractive views over the surrounding hills. It also benefits from a built-in wardrobes, offering practical hanging space and additional storage.

Bedroom four is a good sized south facing room overlooking the rear garden.

This beautifully appointed family bathroom is stylishly tiled to ceiling height and fitted with a three-piece white suite comprising WC, wash hand basin set within an attractive vanity unit with storage, and a bath with overhead shower and glass shower screen. An opaque window to the rear provides natural light while maintaining privacy.

Outside

The front garden is mainly laid to lawn, partially bounded by a low stone wall and screened by mature trees. A stone-chipped driveway provides parking for several vehicles. A gate gives access to the private rear garden, which enjoys a superb southerly aspect and is fully enclosed by a stone wall and high fencing. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn with attractive borders, complemented by a generous paved patio terrace, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Further benefits include a garden shed and a substantial log cabin with power, offering a versatile space ideally suited for entertaining, a home office, gym or hobby use.

Fixtures and fittings

All fitted floor coverings, curtains, blinds, and light fittings are to remain, along with the white goods, with the exception of the fridge freezer. The shed and log cabin will also remain. All/any of the furniture can remain if desired.

Directions

From Aberdeen, travel to Ballater via the main North Deeside Road (A93). At the T-junction, turn right and continue along this road, passing the church in the centre of the village. Take the first left onto Golf Road. Number 45 is located a short distance along on the left-hand side and is clearly identified by our Mackinnons For Sale sign.