Property overview

We are delighted to bring to the market this charming one-bedroom first-floor flat, forming part of a traditional granite townhouse in the picturesque village of Ballater on Royal Deeside. The property retains a wealth of original features, including a sweeping staircase and banister, high ceilings, ornate coving, deep skirtings and an open ornate fireplace in the lounge, creating a beautiful focal point. Tastefully presented in neutral tones, the accommodation combines period character with modern touches, including a fitted kitchen and contemporary shower room. A delightful property offering charm, character and convenience in a highly desirable village location.

The property also benefits from a large, exclusive ground-floor storage/study/workroom, together with a private outdoor storage shed, ideal for bikes and other outdoor equipment. Heating is provided by Elnur Gabarrón Eco fully programmable electric radiators. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation and additional storage space on offer.

Accessed via a partially glazed solid timber door, the entrance leads into a bright communal hallway with secure entry system and sensor lighting. There is a shared understair meter cupboard and an external door providing access to the rear communal garden. A sweeping carpeted staircase leads to the upper floors, with a large skylight on the top landing providing excellent natural light. The skylight also acts as an automatic smoke ventilation window, with a rain sensor ensuring it closes during wet weather.

The exclusive ground-floor storage/study/workroom features a window overlooking the rear garden, providing a quiet and versatile space ideal for a home office, hobby room or additional storage.

The property is accessed via a solid timber door, opening into a hallway with downlights, smoke alarm, radiator, electrical sockets and a security entry phone.

This impressive and inviting open-plan living space is flooded with natural light from two large front-facing windows and an additional side window, while high ceilings, elegant cornicing and deep skirtings add to its sense of character and charm. Overlooking Ballater’s main street and the surrounding countryside, the spacious lounge provides ample room for freestanding furniture and flows seamlessly into the adjoining dining kitchen.

The dining kitchen features modern wall and base units with coordinating worktops, an integrated stainless steel 1½ bowl sink and drainer with mixer tap, and a range of integrated appliances including a Lamona electric oven and hob with stainless steel chimney-style extractor. There is also a washing machine, fridge and integrated waste and recycling bins. Space is provided for a dining table and chairs, with a front-facing window, radiator, pendant light, electric sockets and smoke alarm.

Generously proportioned, the double bedroom enjoys a peaceful outlook over the rear garden and surrounding countryside. It features a large built-in wardrobe with sliding mirrored and glass doors, along with additional storage above.

The modern shower room is fitted with a white three-piece suite comprising a wash hand basin with tiled splashback, WC and tiled shower cubicle with mains shower. A side-facing window offers ventilation and views towards Craig Coilleach.

Outside

The property benefits from a shared private rear garden, mainly laid to gravel, with a paved path leading to an outdoor shed, providing useful storage for bikes and outdoor equipment. A lane offers convenient access to Bridge Square for bin collection. On-street parking is available nearby on Ballater’s main street and surrounding side streets.

Fixtures and fittings

All curtains, light fittings, shades and fitted floor coverings are to be included in the sale along with the white goods. Items of furniture may be available by separate negotiation.

Location

Location The picturesque village of Ballater is set in the heart of Royal Deeside, approximately 40 miles West of Aberdeen on the main A93 amid the beautiful countryside within the Cairngorms National Park. Ballater offers a wide range of social clubs and events including the popular annual activities throughout Victoria Week in August which hosts the renowned Ballater Highland Games, as well as the Ballater Walking Week and Golf Week. The village boasts a wide and varied selection of quality shops, coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, and a Health Centre. A primary school with a pre-school nursery is available in the village with secondary schooling at the Academy in nearby Aboyne serving the senior pupils with school transport being provided. A regular public bus service travels to Aboyne through to Aberdeen as well as Crathie and Braemar. The village boasts an excellent 18-hole golf course, and tennis courts with further outdoor pursuits available in the area including a vast selection of walking routes, horse riding, fishing, shooting, gliding and winter sports nearby at the Lecht and Glenshee. A swimming pool and leisure facilities are available at the Hilton Craigendarroch Hotel. Ballater 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.