Property overview

Set amidst the beautiful rural landscape of the sought-after Glenbuchat area, within the Cairngorms Nation Park, Sunnybrae Cottage is a charming traditional granite cottage offering a delightful blend of character, comfort and countryside living.

This attractive two-bedroom, two-public-room home retains many original features, including two attractive ornate fireplaces, each housing a wood-burning stove, creating a warm and inviting focal point within the accommodation.

The cottage, set on approximately a quarter of an acre, enjoys a wonderful position surrounded by open countryside, with spectacular views across the rolling landscape, providing a truly peaceful setting in which to enjoy the best of rural Aberdeenshire.

Early viewings are highly recommended to fully appreciate the character and peaceful country lifestyle Sunnybrae Cottage has to offer.

Full Description

On approach to Sunnybrae, a charming walled garden with a gated entrance, framed by a delightful archway, welcomes you to the property. A paved pathway leads to the timber front door with glass panels, opening into a characterful vestibule. Fitted with wood panelling to dado height and attractive stone flooring, this practical entrance area provides coat hooks and storage for outdoor clothing, together with the added convenience of an internal log store.

The inner hallway provides access to most of the accommodation, with a wooden staircase rising to the upper floor. A deep storage cupboard is thoughtfully positioned beneath the staircase, providing useful additional storage. Continuing the traditional character, the hallway features wood panelling to dado height, coat hooks and practical laminate flooring.

The welcoming lounge is a light-filled and comfortable reception room, with natural light flooding in through a picture window to the front. The deep sill provides an attractive feature while the window enjoys pleasant views across the garden and surrounding countryside. A particular focal point is the ornate dual fuel stove, set upon a slate hearth, with a shelved alcove to one side, creating a warm and inviting setting in which to relax or entertain. Fitted with wood effect laminate flooring.

Open plan with the kitchen is the welcoming family room and dining area, creating a wonderful sociable space for everyday living and entertaining. The family area has a particularly cosy ambience, enhanced by an ornate dual-fuel stove set upon a slate hearth. Natural light floods the room through dual-aspect windows to both the front and rear, with deep windowsills adding character and charm. There is ample space for comfortable soft furnishings within the family area, together with a dining suite in the designated dining area. Wood panelling to dado-rail height adds warmth and character, while the vinyl flooring flows seamlessly through to the kitchen, creating a practical open-plan living space.

Flowing seamlessly from the dining area, the well-appointed kitchen offers an excellent range of wall and base units, complemented by coordinating tiled splashbacks and work surfaces incorporating a 1½ bowl stainless-steel sink with mixer tap and drainer. A picture window overlooks the rear garden, with a deep sill, providing excellent natural light and ventilation. Integrated appliances include a washing machine/dryer and dishwasher.  An electric dual oven and hob with extractor fan above and a freestanding fridge freezer which is included in the sale price.

Located to the rear of the property, the family bathroom is fitted with a four-piece white suite comprising a WC, wash hand basin with useful medicine cabinet above, bidet and a shower cubicle. The room is finished with practical cork tiled flooring and benefits from a white ladder-style heated towel rail. A privacy-glazed window provides natural light and ventilation, completing this well-appointed bathroom.

Returning to the inner hall, a wooden staircase rises to the upper hall. The landing houses the property's modern electrical apparatus and provides access to the upper-floor accommodation. A Velux window to the front allows natural light to flood the area, while an abundance of deep built-in storage provides excellent practical space and neatly houses the water tank.

The principal bedroom enjoys a breathtaking outlook over the front garden and surrounding countryside. This spacious and comfortable room is further enhanced by original floorboards and a charming barn-style door, while offering ample space for a range of freestanding bedroom furniture.

The comfortable and versatile second bedroom, provides an ideal space for family or guests, is also positioned to the front of the property, enjoying views over the garden and countryside beyond. Equally well-appointed, the room features original floorboards and charming barn-style door, together with ample space for freestanding furniture.

Outside

Externally, the cottage is set within approximately a quarter of an acre of grounds and boasts a spacious log cabin, ideally positioned to make the most of the surrounding countryside and enjoy the sunshine. The property occupies a wonderful rural position, surrounded by open countryside and enjoying spectacular views across the rolling landscape, creating a truly peaceful and idyllic setting in which to enjoy the very best of rural Aberdeenshire.

The fully enclosed garden is predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by an array of mature trees and colourful bedding plants. High hedging to the front, together with fencing to the rear and side, provides a good degree of privacy. The rear garden also houses a useful shed/tool store and large log store, with deer fencing providing additional protection. Off-street parking is available.

Location

Sunnybrae Cottage is located in Glenbuchat; a virtually unspoilt, tranquil hamlet in the heart of Strathdon in the Cairngorm National Park. The picturesque village of Bellabeg is only 4 miles away with a shop, post office, medical centre, and local Strathdon Primary school. Bellabeg is also host to the annual Lonach Gathering & Highland games. In the other direction Glenkindie and Towie provide an alternative shop and a garage/filling station as well as Towie Primary School.

The locality provides endless beautiful walks, stunning countryside, a variety of outdoor activities, and the Lecht Ski Centre & School is only a 30-minute drive away. Nearby Glenbuchat Hall, provides a social hub for the local community offering concerts, pop-up cafes, musical entertainment, and a venue for events.

The nearest town to Glenbuchat is the popular Donside town of Alford which provides an excellent selection of local amenities including a health centre, post office, hotels, shops, and secondary school at Alford Academy.

Directions

From Aberdeen take the A944 west towards Alford. Pass through Alford continuing on the A944 signposted to Huntly. Turn left onto the A97 towards Strathdon. After 7 miles turn right at the sign for Glenbuchat and towards the Community Hall. Continue on past the Community Hall to Sunnybrae Cottage, situated within this peaceful rural setting on the right-hand side as identified by our Mackinnons For Sale board.

From Ballater, travel on the A939 towards Tomintoul and Strathdon, passing through Gairnshiel and Corgarff. On reaching Strathdon, join the A97 towards Alford. After approximately 5 miles, turn onto the road signposted Glenbuchat. Continue into Glenbuchat, passing Glenbuchat Hall and follow the road through the glen. Sunnybrae Cottage is situated on the right-hand side as identified by our Mackinnons For Sale board.

Fixtures and fittings

All white goods are to be included in the sale, whilst items of furniture may be available by separate negotiation.