Property overview

A rare opportunity has arisen to purchase Gairnsheil, a unique, architect-designed, three bedroom detached dwelling house set in a prime location within the sought after village of Braemar on Royal Deeside.  Offering idyllic country living, the property is ideally situated within easy reach of all the local amenities the village has to offer.  Boasting an exceptional EPC ‘A’ rating, Gairnsheil is a Certified Passivhaus designed to provide a high level of occupant comfort using very little energy for heating and cooling. The property is served by infrared electric panel heaters and benefits from solar panels. Boasting modern, spacious and versatile living, thoughtfully designed for convenience with the lounge, dining room and kitchen flowing seamlessly on open plan. The property is presented in neutral tones throughout and offers an abundance of thoughtfully positioned built-in storage. 

Early viewing is highly recommended to truly appreciate the accommodation on offer.

Full Description

On approach to Gairnsheil, you are instantly welcomed by a garden wall, fitted with an electric gate allowing ease of access to the spacious driveway providing ample space for off street parking.  A paved path continues round to the side of the property where a solid wood entrance door with side glass panel, opens into the vestibule. This area boasts a large built-in cupboard offering ample storage for outdoor wear whilst housing the electric apparatus and coat hooks.  A glass door with side glass panel gives access to the hallway.

The welcoming hallway is fitted with Karndean flooring continuing from the vestibule and gives access to all the accommodation.

On modern open plan flowing seamlessly, the kitchen, dining and lounge area offers an exceptionally bright and spacious living environment.  Abundant natural light pours in through an array of windows and French doors, creating a welcoming ambience whilst maximising views of the surrounding landscape.

The dining kitchen features a Drumoak kitchen fitted with an array of high-gloss base and wall units, complemented by under-unit lighting and ample solid wood work surfaces which incorporates an undermount sink with mixer tap. There is space for an under counter dishwasher. The room also benefits from an eye-level integrated Neff electric oven and a central island with additional base units and a solid wood worksurface incorporating a Neff induction hob. The island further provides a breakfast bar for informal dining, enhanced by strategically positioned pendant light fittings overhead.

The formal dining area provides generous space for a dining table and chairs. Thoughtfully designed pocket doors allow the space to be separated from the lounge, offering versatility for both entertaining and everyday living.

Offering a welcoming haven to relax in or for entertaining, the lounge is a bright and spacious room featuring a vaulted ceiling which instantly creates an open and airy feeling.  The space is further enhanced by the carefully positioned French doors and picture windows making the most of the surrounding landscape whilst allowing natural light to flood the area.  This room is fitted with Karndean flooring flowing seamlessly throughout the open-plan area, and wall mounted lighting.

Leading from the hall a door opens into the boot room complete with a built-in cupboard with sliding doors housing the solar panel apparatus, ventilation system.  A door gives access to the garden.

The well-appointed utility room is fitted with wall and base units with a coordinating work surface, integrated stainless-steel sink and drainer with mixer tap. A window positioned above the sink provides natural light, and there is space for a washing machine and tumble drier. The hot water tank is located in the utility room.

The well positioned family bathroom is fitted with a four-piece white suite comprising a WC, wash hand basin with illuminated vanity mirror above and fitted storage below, a spacious shower cubicle with aqua panelling and a bath. Completing this room is a chrome ladder effect heated towel rail, Karndean flooring and a window to the side provides ventilation. 

Bedroom three is currently utilised as a home office with two windows overlooking the garden. The room benefits from built-in double wardrobe with sliding doors, offering hanging space and shelving. 

Bedroom two, also located to the side, is a bright and spacious room featuring a French door opening out to the garden with a further window to the side allowing natural light to flood the room. 

Of generous proportions and overlooking the garden, the principal bedroom is ideally situated at the end of the hallway, featuring a built-in walk-in wardrobe providing ample hanging space and shelving. A French door opens out to the garden with a further window to the side allowing natural light to flood the room whilst bringing a modern aesthetic to the room.  The bedroom features a walk-in wardrobe fitted with ample hanging rails and shelving. A hatch provides access to the floored attic space.

The en-suite is a spacious bathroom fitted with a four-piece white suite comprising a WC, wash hand basin set within a vanity unit with an illuminated mirror above. Benefiting from a luxurious whirlpool bath and a generous shower cubicle featuring a rainfall shower and aqua panelling. The privacy window offers ventilation.

Outside

The walled garden to the front boasts an electric gate providing easy access to the driveway offering parking for several cars.  The front garden features mature beds and a raised seating area accessed by two French doors from the dining kitchen.  Paving flows round the side to the main entrance.  The garden is mainly uncultivated woodland with paving, mature trees and shrubs.  To the rear of the garden is a substantial garden shed providing ample outdoor storage for recreational pursuits and garden equipment.  A gate to the rear gives access to Chapel Brae. 

Other Information

All windows and doors are triple glazed and certified for Passivhaus construction. The Passivhaus construction method requires that the building is airtight with a mechanical ventilation and heat recovery (MVHR) system ensuring that fresh air is constantly supplied from outside without significant heat loss. The MVHR is rated 97% efficient while completely changing the air inside the building every two hours.

An EV charging cable is in place to the front, and any purchaser would be responsible to arrange the installation of a charging point if desired.

An underground rainwater harvesting system is in place in the front driveway, which provides water for the toilets, laundry and garden. Rainwater is collected from the roof of the house and stored in an 8000 litre storage tank under the driveway.  

Fixtures and fittings

All floor coverings, curtains, light fittings and shades, and breakfast stools are included in the sale price.

Other items of furniture and white goods may be available by separate negotiation. 

Location

Braemar is a thriving village situated amidst the splendour of Upper Deeside within the Cairngorm National Park, an area well renowned for its dramatic and beautiful scenery.  The village is also known for its annual Gathering which is attended by The King and senior members of the Royal Family.  There are a variety of bespoke shops, as well as Greens Convenience Store with Post Office, a Chemist, Butcher and eateries in the village together with the award-winning Fife Arms Hotel and Spa, which is a popular venue with both the local community and holidaymakers. Braemar enjoys a lively local community with a popular arts and music scene, as well as offering tennis courts and a golf course which is renowned as being the highest 18-hole course in the UK, there really is something for everyone.  The Ghillie’s Larder is a monthly farmer’s market, and the village also boasts its own Craft Brewers as well as Lochnagar Distillery located at the nearby village of Crathie.  There is a myriad of leisure pursuits available locally, including hill walking, horse riding, estate shooting and skiing at the nearby Glenshee Ski Centre which all serve to attract countless visitors to the Cairngorms.  Braemar is serviced by a Health Centre, a nursery and primary schooling, with secondary education available at Aboyne Academy with school bus transport provided.  A regular bus service provides transport along Deeside to Aberdeen City, approximately 58 miles away. There is also a twice-daily electric bus service, operated by Ember, which connects Aberdeen and Dundee via Braemar. The village is within easy commuting distance to the business parks at Westhill and Kingswells, as well as the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (AWPR) which provides a quicker commute to areas north and south of the city centre, including Aberdeen International Airport. 

Directions

Travelling to Braemar on the A93 from Aberdeen, travel through the village turning right at the fork and continue towards the games park.  Take the first exit at the roundabout and Gairnsheil is located on the right-hand side identified by our Mackinnons For Sale sign. The What Three Words location of Gairnsheil is ///actor.repelled.chatted.