6 bedroom barn conversion for sale

BEAUTIFUL COACHING HOUSE/ STEADING WITH POTENTIAL FOR A HOLIDAY LET BUSINESS.

A rare opportunity to own this character 267sqm 4 public 6 bedroom house in 1 acre of tranquil semi-rural surroundings. A beautiful spacious family home with multi-generation living and / or additional holiday let separate accommodation.

This is an amazing period former coaching house for the Dess Estate Built in 1851 and designed by prominent local architect James Matthews the property formerly forming part of the Dess Estate lies in Royal Deeside on the north side of the river Dee. The estate enjoys a very private and secluded position in a totally unspoilt rural setting. Just newly refurbished offering versatile accommodation and set within around 1 acre of grounds. House & lawns are sheltered and secluded by mature woodland. Garden shed/workshop
Enveloped by the glorious Scottish countryside, yet within striking distance of Aberdeen city centre 30 miles to the East and the Cairngorm National Park 8 miles to the west. This converted Coaching House has been wonderfully transformed to provide you and your family a special base to call home as you enjoy the many wonders of this part of Scotland.

Location
The property lies approximately 4 miles East of Aboyne on the A93 and 7 miles from Ballater, it is located toward the entrance of Royal Deeside and the Cairngorm National Park which offers fantastic scenery and is appreciated by all who enjoy the benefits of outdoor pursuits. Aboyne is a picturesque village located alongside the River Dee in the ever popular area of Royal Deeside. The village benefits from excellent nursery, primary and secondary education alongside the Community Centre that incorporates a swimming pool, gym, squash court and library. Aboyne has an exceptional range of shops including a chemist, butchers, children's shoe shop, re-fill shop, hairdressers, hardware store in addition to various independent coffee shops, restaurants, paper shop, post office, doctors and dentist. For anyone who enjoys the outdoors Aboyne has both and 18 hole and 9 hole golf course, tennis courts, bike park, horse riding and fishing opportunities are all close by. An abundance of river and hill walks take in the breath-taking scenery. A local bus service runs from Braemar to Aberdeen in addition to a local village hopper bus. Aboyne is within an easy commute to Dyce, Westhill, Aberdeen and the AWPR. The village green is home to the famous Highland Games and the well established play park is suitable children of all ages. For anyone with a keen interest in mountain biking then a visit to the renowned Tarland Trails is a must. During the winter months skiing at Glenshee and the Lecht are within an easy reach. Ballater lies 42 miles west of Aberdeen, amid beautiful countryside within the Cairngorms National Park. There are a number of local amenities including shops and restaurants as well as a Primary School in the town and secondry school in the neighbouring town of Aboyne. There is regular transport to and from Aberdeen making Ballater an ideal base for those wishing to tour the areas in and around the Cairngorms National Park, visit the nearby Royal residence of Balmoral, travel the famous whisky trail or participate in the numerous countryside pursuits. The spectacular surrounding countryside of Royal Deeside is abundant with leisure facilities such as golf, fishing, horse riding, shooting and excellent walks. During the summer there is the popular Highland Games in nearby Braemar, while the Lonach Gathering takes place in Strathdon every August.

Aboyne 4 miles - Banchory 10 miles - Ballater 13 miles Aberdeen 28 miles - Aberdeen Airport 24 miles - ABZ Business Park 24 miles u Prime Four Business Park 21 miles

John and Low and Partners are delighted to present to market this unique and extremely spacious 4 public 5 bedroomed detached family home with potential holiday let business set in approx. 1 acre The Cottage Dess Home Farm, is accessed by an impressive walled courtyard entrance At the lower level the farmhouse style door leads into the Vestibule/reception hall which gives access to the principal rooms on the ground floor. The kitchen suite is of farmhouse style and very spacious. Entertaining can be spent within the light-filled dining area, boasting a spacious dining table. There are 3 good sized double bedrooms on the upper floor level, 2 family bathrooms which are both appointed with attractive tiling. There are 4 public rooms comprising of 2 lounges, 1 dining room, study room a utility room, 2 further bedrooms and 2 further family bathrooms on the lower floor. The western wing of the property is the former steading creating an exceptionally spacious family home, however, could make an ideal Granny wing or indeed rental / Air BnB business.

The West wing has under floor heating in every room.

Directions
Travel from Aberdeen on the A93 passing through Banchory. Continue for approx 9 miles to reach Kincardine O'Neil. Once you reach the village, continue on the A93 for approx. 1.4 miles where the property is located on the right hand side as indicated by our for sale board.

Accommodation
The accommodation at Home Farm cottage comprises:- lounge • Dining kitchen • Dining room • 3 double bedrooms • 2 first floor bathrooms and 1 ground floor bathroom.
The accommodation at Steading Wing comprises:- lounge • Dining room/Study/Bedroom • Double bedroom 1 • Double bedroom 2 • Kitchen • 1 lower Family bathroom

Ground Floor
Main Entrance
Entrance Hall/Porch: -1.25m x 2.35m approx.
Accessed via a stone chip walkway and period courtyard cobbles, the traditional farmhouse porch is clad with birch and has a part glazed stable style security front door, leading into the impressive hallway. The hallway incorporates many traditional features including, Pitch Pine doors, skirtings and door facings. Access to the lounge, dining kitchen and impressive period staircase ascending to the upper level. The porch itself has plenty of room for coats, jackets, shoes etc and has a benched seating area. Freshly decorated. Ceiling light fitting. Sandstone tiles.

Dining Kitchen: - 4.74m x 3.21m approx.
This beautifully designed dual aspect farmhouse styled “L” shaped kitchen borrows high functionality and streamlined surfaces from the traditional design. A large farmhouse kitchen fitted with a wide range of “Ferro Shaker” wall and base units in white ivory with granite effect work surfaces and white ceramic tiled splash backs. The Belfast sink and drainer has a chrome mixer with room and plumbing for a dishwasher. Appliances include a feature recessed " DeLonghi " range cooker with fan assisted oven and grill inlayed. Fitted stainless steel extractor hood above. Large windows overlooking the rear garden on one side and the rear courtyard on the other. The floor is perfectly finished with contrasting sandstone tiled flooring. Matt ceiling with spotlights. TV and telephone connections. Smoke detector. Bifold style door to the Larder. This room has period features to the ceiling and walls and a feature cast iron fireplace with stone mantle fireplace.

Larder: -2.27m x 1.37m approx.
Conveniently located next to the kitchen the Larder is a handy space to house fridges and other white goods, fitted wooden shelves.

lounge: -4.76m x 3.93m approx.
Entered via solid Pitch Pine doors, this is a very spacious dual aspect reception room, with large inset windows overlooking the side and front courtyard of the property offering plenty on natural light. Freshly decorated bright and welcoming Feature red brick fireplace with wood burning stove set on a red brick hearth and surround provide a relaxing focal point. Period wooden wall panelling to dado height. Matt ceiling with ceiling light fitting. Wall mounted radiators. Roller blinds. Television aerial point with satellite connection. Sandstone tiles. Sold Pitch Pine door accessing the formal dining room.

Dining/Family Room: -4.74m x 3.56m approx.
Entered via solid Pitch Pine doors, this is a very spacious dual aspect reception room, with large inset windows overlooking the side and front courtyard of the property offering plenty of natural light. Freshly decorated bright and welcoming. The room has plenty of space for a dining table and chairs for formal entertaining and diner parties and is the perfect place for family gatherings. This room provides the option for a second sitting room or family room. Built in storage shelving units in the alcove. Period wooden wall panelling to dado height. Matt ceiling with ceiling light fitting. Wall mounted radiators. Roller blinds. Television aerial point with satellite connection. Sandstone tiles. Sold Pitch Pine door accessing the formal dining room.

Rear Hallway: -2.22m x 2.83m approx.
The rear hallway gives access to the ground floor family bathroom and boiler for central heating on the cottage side of the property. Freshly decorated. Ceiling light fitting. Sandstone tiles.

Family Bathroom – 2.37m x 2.48m approx.
Freshly decorated semi tiled bathroom fitted with a white WC with closed coupled cistern; white freestanding vanity unit with wash basin and chrome taps. Tiled splashbacks above the wash basin.; ceramic tiles around the bath unit fitted with fitted with a mains pressure shower over. Matt ceiling with light fitting. Wall mounted central heating radiator. Sandstone tiled flooring. Opaque window with roller blind. Large built in storage cupboard with pine doors.

Steading: -1.61m x 4.23m approx.
The steading wing of the property can also be entered through an attractive stable style door into the steading hallway from the front courtyard, this hallway also has attractive stable style door leading into the side garden. Bright and freshly decorated, this unique space lends itself to many applications. The hall also has the electricity fuse box and a fully working fire alarm system for the steading. Leading to the lounge, Kitchen, family bathroom, bedrooms 4 and 5 and study. The beautiful exposed granite stonework really sets the space off. The rear hallway has plenty of room for coats, jackets, shoes etc and has a benched seating area. Freshly decorated. Ceiling light fitting. Sandstone tiles.

Steading Hall: - 6.26m x 0.99m approx.
The impressive hallway leads to all the steading accommodation lounge, kitchen, study, bedroom 4 & 5 and family shower room, 30 min fire rated veneered doors, skirtings and door facings and Sandstone tiled flooring. Access to the lounge, kitchen, study, master bedroom, further bedroom and family shower room. Freshly decorated. Ceiling light fitting. Loft hatch.

Steading Utility Room / 2nd Kitchen: - 2.55m x 3.17m approx.
This traditionally designed farmhouse styled “C” shaped kitchen borrows high functionality and streamlined surfaces from the traditional design. A large farmhouse kitchen fitted with a wide range of “Shaker” style wall and base units in white ivory with granite effect work surfaces and white ceramic tiled splash backs. The stainless steel sink and drainer has a chrome mixer. Appliances include an Belling double oven electric cooker with fan assisted oven and grill inlayed. Fitted stainless steel extractor hood above and a large Beko fridge freezer, Hotpoint washing machine and a Beko condensing tumble dryer”. Large window overlooking the front courtyard garden. The floor is perfectly finished with contrasting sandstone tiled flooring. Matt ceiling with spotlights. Smoke detector.

Study/Bedroom: -2.95m x 3.21m approx.
A large study room / bedroom flooded with natural light from the window overlooking the front courtyard. Built in storage units along one wall providing excellent storage space. The room has space for a variety of bedroom furniture. The light palette décor continues as does the Sandstone tiles. Built in storage shelves. Decorative ceiling light fittings. Attractive stable style door leading to the front courtyard.

Second lounge: -4.08m x 4.31m approx.
Accessed via main hallway, this is a very spacious reception room, freshly decorated bright and welcoming , with half glazed double stable style doors offering plenty of natural light. This spacious and airy family area is the perfect place to go watch television, relax, and spend time with your family. Equally there is plenty of space for a dining table and chairs for formal entertaining and diner parties. The beautiful, exposed granite stonework finishes this room and is in keeping with the period nature of the property. Pine panelled ceiling with light fittings. Television aerial point with satellite connection. The floor is perfectly finished with contrasting sandstone tiled flooring.

Rear Steading Entrance: -5.73m x 0.99m approx.
Another entrance to the steading wing of the property is through the attractive double glazed stable type doors into the rear steading hallway from the front courtyard. Bright and freshly decorated, this space leads to the lounge, family bathroom, fourth and fifth bedrooms. The rear hallway has plenty of room for coats, jackets, shoes etc and has an additional single stable style door leading to the front courtyard. Freshly decorated. Ceiling light fitting. Sandstone tiles. Loft hatch.

Shower Room -2.07m x2.45m approx.
Stylish fully tiled shower room fitted with a white WC with closed coupled cistern; shelved wall mounted vanity unit with wash basin. Coordinating tiled splashbacks above the wash basin.; fully tiled double width shower enclosure fitted with mains powered shower, and glass screens. Matt ceiling with integrated spotlight and extractor fan. Wall mounted central heating radiator. Sandstone tiled flooring. Velux window above.

Bedroom 5 - 3.79m x 4.48m
A large double bedroom flooded with natural light from the window overlooking the side of the property. The room has space for a variety of bedroom furniture. The fresh traditional décor continues as does the sandstone tiled flooring. Double width built in storage cupboards. Decorative ceiling spot light fittings.

Bedroom 4: -2.71m x 3.03m approx.
A large double bedroom flooded with natural light from the window overlooking the side of the property. The room has space for a variety of bedroom furniture. The fresh traditional décor continues as does the sandstone tiled flooring. Double width built in storage cupboards. Decorative ceiling spot light fittings.

Upper Floor:
First Floor Hallway: -1.37m x 4.39m approx.
A freshly decorated Bi directional staircase with banisters which leads to the first-floor landing and remaining accommodation. Large period windows overlooking the rear garden floods the hallway with natural light. To the left of the staircase is one bedroom and to the right 2 further bedrooms and 2 further family bathrooms. Recessed area offering good storage space or space for occasional furniture. Wall mounted radiators. Original hard wood floorboards. Ceiling mounted light fitting. Smoke detector. Loft hatch.

Bedroom 3: -4.83m x 3.26m approx.
Bright and freshly decorated this double bedroom has space for a variety of bedroom furniture. Dual aspect period windows overlooking the front courtyard and rear of the property flood the room with natural light with large cottage style windows. This room has period features to the ceiling and walls and a feature cast iron fireplace with timber mantle fireplace and stone hearth. Period wooden wall panelling to picture rail height. Matt ceiling with ceiling light fitting. Wall mounted radiators. Roller blinds. Original hard wood floorboards. Wall mounted radiators.

Shower Room -1.69m x 2.19m approx.
Stylish fully tiled shower room fitted with a white WC with closed coupled cistern; pedestal wash basin. Coordinating tiled splashbacks above the wash basin.; fully tiled 90cm corner shower enclosure fitted with mains powered shower, and glass screens. Matt ceiling with integrated spotlight. Wall mounted chrome ladder central heating radiator. Period wooden wall panelling to dado height. Velux window above.

Bedroom 2: -2.79m x 2.93m approx.
Bright and freshly decorated this single bedroom has space for a variety of bedroom furniture. Period wooden wall panelling to dado height. Matt ceiling with ceiling light fitting. Wall mounted radiator. Original hard wood floorboards. Velux window above.

Bedroom 1 (Master)- 4.71m x 3.77m
A large double bedroom flooded with natural light from the period windows overlooking the rear of the property. The room has space for a variety of bedroom furniture. Period wooden wall panelling to dado height. Matt ceiling with ceiling light fitting. Wall mounted radiator. Half-length curtains with curtain pole. Original hard wood floorboards.

Bedroom 1 Ensuite -3.82m x 2.01m approx.
Stylish semi tiled shower room fitted with a white WC with closed coupled cistern; pedestal wash basin; bath unit with aqua panel surround: fully tiled double width shower enclosure fitted with mains powered shower and glass screens. Large storage cupboard. Matt ceiling with integrated light fittings. Wall mounted chrome ladder central heating radiator. Dual Velux windows above. Period wooden wall panelling to both walls and ceiling.

Outside:
A stone chip courtyard leading up to this impressive period property with flagstone porch surrounded by the original cobbles, the extended gardens extend to approx. 1 acre of mature lawns, while the front courtyard has a newly laid lawn.
The rear of the courtyard has a partially open stable area creating a unique outside expansive entertaining space ideal for alfresco dining and the same underfloor heating extends to the open "stable" area. The original planning was granted for making that part into a granny/bothy area with En-suite bedroom and living room / kitchen. There is a sealed up opening to integrate that area into the main West wing if a buyer would wish to expand. The gardens at Home Farm cottage are perfect for those with horticultural interests. To the rear and side of the property the mature lawns are complimented by a large array of mature trees, shrubs and perennials that provide all year colour. The large southeast facing garden area provides a range of sitting spaces to relax and unwind listening to the wildlife that this well thought out garden attracts. Other features include large areas of wild garden/ woodland and there are various seating areas around the property to enjoy the sun all day and of course those open country views. A track from the main road leads to a stone chip driveway with parking space for several cars. Just off the driveway is a wood cutting shed.

Services:
Water: Water is presently off the farm “borehole”, mains water will be applied for and paid for by the seller on or before completion.
Heating: Oil Fired
Electric: Mains

EPC – Band E
Council Tax – Band G

These particulars do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. All statements contained therein, while believed to be correct, are not guaranteed. All measurements are approximate. Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise, as to the accuracy of each of the statements contained in these particulars.