U shaped converted steading with annexe and new build house with outstanding countryside views.

Description

Gateside Steading was converted and adapted between 2006 and 2012 and is of granite and slate construction featuring exposed Douglas fir ceiling beams and doors. Flooring is mostly bronze metallic tiles and other hard surfaces. At present the configuration includes a delightful self contained annexe in addition to the main body of the house, but it is very easy to remove the internal partition to reinstate the building into one property. A standout feature are custom made eighteen ?Douglas Fir Trusses which form the framework of the Hideaway, where also beams form a multi jointed structure which enables the unique load bearing features of the vaulted family room and the second bedroom. This gives the house a gothic theme, complemented by the two handmade gothic style doors at each end of the unique open plan area. Previously this unit has operated as a successful luxury vacation rental. For this purpose Gateside itself is affectionately known as The Hideaway and the self contained annexe as The Bothy. The current owners had the further vision to create The Coach House. This was completed between 2017 and 2022 and is of brick construction finished in larch cladding with a slate roof. This is very contemporary in style with clean lines and striking features such as the stunning oversized white and black marble floor tiles and staircase.

This is an incredible opportunity to acquire exceptionally versatile accommodation to create either multi-generational living space or operate the properties with a commercial aspect. The existing owners have previously run a successful luxury vacation rental business.

Substantial accommodation is provided within Gateside Steading. Immediately impressive is the stunning entrance porch opening into the L shaped and open plan dining hall/dining kitchen/sitting room. The heart of the home is certainly this fabulous space. From the dining hall is patio door access into the courtyard. Casual and informal dining space is catered for with the extra large island. There is a comprehensive range of high gloss cabinets complemented by wooden worktops in the kitchen area and numerous appliances including two Bosch double ovens and warming drawer, built in microwave, dishwasher, two four ring induction hobs and extractor hood above. As well as the magnificent vaulted ceiling, a lovely focal point of the sitting room is the fireplace with log burning stove. Bringing the outdoors in are patio doors opening into the courtyard. An inner hallway is the natural passage to the bedrooms. A stable style door provides outdoor access and for daily domestic tasks there is the utility room which is fitted with base and wall units and has plumbing for a washing machine. All the bedrooms have a stylish and individual theme. Bedroom one has a high level door/window with built-in wardrobes. En suite is a shower room with marble style porcelain wall tiles, white WC and washbasin and a shower enclosure with a rainfall drench style shower. Bedroom two has built in wardrobes and courtyard access via patio doors. Adjacent is the fully tiled main bathroom with white WC and washbasin, a corner shower enclosure and luxurious double end bath. Bedroom three completes the ground floor accommodation and enjoys good natural light with two sets of patio doors opening onto the decked terrace. Along with triple fitted wardrobes there is an en suite bathroom with deep corner spa bath and separate shower enclosure plus WC and washbasin.

A carpeted staircase leads to the first floor with a fantastic bedroom and sitting room area. There is a deep recess for wardrobe space and the opposite end wall features a port hole style window. Within the footprint of the steading, but currently self contained, is the annexe which continues the character of the main house. An internal partition with a large arched doorway can reconnect the accommodation if required. A separate entrance porch gives access into the hallway. Off here there is a fully tiled shower room with drench rainfall shower head. A dining area has a large ground floor window and patio door to the courtyard. French doors open into the open plan dining kitchen/sitting room which has a single door to the garden. The kitchen area is fitted with a comprehensive range of floor and wall cabinets, some with glass fronted display space. Appliances include a hob, cooker hood and microwave. An island is the natural divide to the sitting room. This is certainly a room with a view: an oversize picture window with deep oak windowsill incorporating a window seat offers superb views over the countryside. The fireplace houses a log burning stove. Ascending to the first floor is a bespoke oak staircase to the galleried bedroom.

Location

Lumphanan is documented to be the site of the Battle of Lumphanan of 1057 AD, where Malcolm III of Scotland defeated Macbeth of Scotland. The nearby 13th century Peel of Lumphanan is an earthwork castle used in the filming of the 1984 children's TV series The Box of Delights, which was based on John Masefield's fantasy novel of the same name.
The village has its own pre-school and a primary school, Lumphanan Primary, which has recently been extended, along with a village corner shop and a small tearoom.
The ruins of Corse Castle, the ancient seat of the Forbes family, stand approximately 3 miles to the north.
Along with a short, but challenging, nine-hole golf course, Lumphanan has a recently refurbished multi sports court maintained by the Lumphanan Community Recreation Association (LCRA) along with a flood lit sports training area situated in the large play park. The LCRA members also organise Scotland's first 10 km run of the year, known as the ‘Detox’, that has been running since 2004 on 2 January. The race starts and finishes in Lumphanan, is mostly on road, passing through countryside. Local and long-distance footpaths can be accessed from Lumphanan including a direct link to the Deeside Way.

Aboyne is an attractive small 19th century town in Royal Deeside and the main centre for this rural district. There is a supermarket, academy and primary schools and an excellent community centre providing a theatre/cinema, full size swimming pool, badminton courts, library and gym. The town also has a health centre with five resident doctors, weekly optometrist and audiometric clinics and a cottage hospital.

The local council snow base is close by at Aboyne to ensure roads and pathways are always clear even in heavy snowfalls as well as the main routes to all important centres.

Further afield on Deeside numerous skiing and other mountain-based activities are close at hand.

Gateside Steading is just 25 miles from the energy industry centre of Aberdeen for access to the city centre or airport. Aberdeen International Airport has frequent flights daily to London and operates routes to many other destinations including Amsterdam. The mainline railway runs frequent daily express services to London as well as regular services to other parts of the country and an excellent overnight sleeper service to London.

Square Footage: 6,383 sq ft



Directions

Aboyne 9 miles
Banchory 13 miles
Aberdeen 25 miles
Aberdeen Airport 22 miles
ABZ Business Park 22 miles
Prime4 Business Park 20 miles
*Please note that all distances are approximate

Additional Info

THE COACH HOUSE
The Coach House diverges radically from Gatehouse Steading by being exceptionally contemporary in style. This impressive home has wonderful natural light and the main outstanding feature is the extensive use of imported white marble. The entrance hallway has a floor to ceiling triangular shaped window and deep understairs storage cupboard. At ground level is the principal bedroom suite which has triple floor to ceiling windows and a patio door, all of which ensure a lovely view. The dressing room incorporates hanging, shelf and drawer space. As a contrast to the white elsewhere, the en suite bathroom has black marble tiles. Imported from Italy are twin wash hand basins in a pedestal style and an over size shower enclosure has a drench style shower head while the extra-deep double end soaking spa bath has a large feature mirror above. The tiles are complimented with linear crystal mirrored mosaic tiles. As an alternative entrance there is an elongated hallway with access to the integral garage and a fitted utility room for everyday domestic tasks. Black marble floor tiles continue into the wet room which features a large shower enclosure.

A wide and impressive marble staircase with glass balustrade leads to the very stylish open plan sitting room/dining room/dining kitchen. The sitting room enjoys further fine views and has a double window and single door opening onto the decked balcony. The dining room is open plan to the kitchen and divided by a breakfast bar. Again the black marble floor is a very striking contrast against the high gloss white floor and wall cabinets. Appliances include an integrated and concealed Bosch dishwasher, five ring hob and extractor hood above and two ovens. There is ample space for a side by side refrigerator and freezer. From the first floor landing steps lead to a home office with Velux window. A double bedroom has windows at either end and two sets of patio doors opening onto the decked balcony. The main bathroom is the height of luxury and is fitted with marble floor and wall tiles, an over size shower enclosure with stone composite tray, and a freestanding stone composite egg shaped soaking bath.

OUTSIDE
Garage
Integral to The Coach House. Up and over door.

Garden
The pink gravel covered driveway allows parking and turning for numerous vehicles. There are extensive paved footpaths and polished granite stones provide a wide terraced area. A large deck has space for garden furniture and leads to the handbuilt pagoda with slate roof and hot tub. Remaining areas of garden are low maintenance with lawns and low level walls. A mature and established rockery has granite stones from the original property. A greenhouse is included in the sale.

Workshop & Gym
Of detached timber construction the workshop and gym building has double doors leading into the workshop with power and light. The other half of the building has a double glazed door and windows for accessing the gym. The walls here are timber-lined.

Outgoings
The Bothy - Aberdeenshire Council tax band D.
The Steading and Coach House pay business rates.