5 bed detached house for sale

Gartly, Huntly AB54

We are delighted to offer to the market this substantial four bedroom family home in a very private location that offers an enviable rural lifestyle along with excellent business potential. The property has been extended and upgraded by the current owners and now offers very spacious, versatile and beautifully presented accommodation over two levels including exceptional open plan living spaces. This has been a much loved home and you will appreciate this from the minute you enter. It benefits from double glazing, a multi fuel heating system consisting of biomass wood and oil boilers, three wood burning stoves, solar water system and also boasts wifi speeds of around 100 Mbps. If you are looking for multi generation occupation then this property could easily be adapted to offer that facility. The property is set within approximately 1.9 acres including a large area of woodland, gardens and a yard. In addition there are two large industrial sheds offering excellent business potential with one incorporating a walk in chill and preparation area. There is also a large wood shed and stone outbuilding. If you are looking for a new pace of life with country walks, open countryside, peace and tranquillity then this could be the property that you are seeking and we highly recommend early viewing.

There is also the opportunity to purchase an additional 22.8 acres of broadleaf woodland with fishing on the River Bogie near Huntly.

Accommodation

Lounge, kitchen/dining/family room, sun room, utility room, master bedroom with dressing area and en-suite, bedroom 2 with Jack & Jill shower room, two further bedrooms, study and family bathroom.

Location

The property is located along a very quiet rural road accessed off the A97 just a few minutes drive (approximately 5 miles) from the popular town of Huntly. It is situated on the main rail link between Aberdeen city and Inverness and offers an excellent range of amenities including primary and secondary education at the renowned Gordon Schools along with medical centre, dental practice and hospital with emergency department. Leisure facilities include 18 hole golf course, swimming pool and fitness suite, all weather pitches and bowling green. There are a good range of shops including two major supermarkets along with cafes and restaurants. There is also excellent public transport links and free school transport available.

Directions
Travelling north on the A96, take the first exit at the Huntly roundabout onto the A97 towards Rhynie. In approximately 2 miles take a right turn for Tillathrowie and Gartly Community Hall. Continue on this road for just over two miles and you will find the property on the left hand side where you see the Remax for sale sign.

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Sunroom (4.91m x 2.98m)

This is a superb addition to the property and offers a bright and cosy entrance with wood burning stove and open views of the neighbouring countryside. The double fully glazed doors lead through to the sitting room and the exterior doors lead out to a sheltered patio area that is perfect for alfresco dining. The floor is finished in large flag stones and there is loft access here.

Sitting Area (4.44m x 3.07m)

This home offers a substantial open plan living space just perfect for modern family living and benefitting from a further centrally located wood burning stove and underfloor heating. This delightful snug sitting area has ample space for large soft seating and additional furniture with access via double doors into the formal lounge, so perfect for large gatherings. The floor is finished in natural stone coloured ceramic tiling.

Dining Area (8.03m x 4.44m)

The perfect spot for entertaining or every day family dining with ample space for a large table and chairs and access to a large under stair cupboard providing excellent storage. The natural stone floor tiling with under floor heating continues.

Kitchen (5.48m x 3.69m)

The perfect country style kitchen with a wide range of quality wall and base units in solid oak with black granite work surfaces, twin recessed stainless steel sinks with moulded drainer. The breakfast bar provides an excellent preparation area along with space for informal dining. There is also a large corner utility cupboard, pull out racks, corner carousel and ample space for a central island if required. Integrated appliances include Rangemaster dual fuel cooker with 6 burner gas hob, chimney style extraction hood and stainless steel splash back, eye level combi microwave and dishwasher along with space for a large fridge freezer. The under unit lighting and stone coloured ceramic floor tiling finish the space off perfectly.

Lounge (5.99m x 3.89m)

A cosy formal lounge entered via double fully glazed doors and also benefitting from a recessed 'Jestmaster' high efficiency fireplace set in local whinstone with a slate hearth, wooden mantle and display shelving. The opposite is fitted with wall to wall wooden shelving just perfect for books or display items.
There are further double doors out to the decking area, so perfect for bringing the indoors 'outdoors' in the warmer months. The room is decorated in neutral tones with a fully fitted carpet.

Utility Room (5.30m x 2.07m)

An essential in any rural family home, this very spacious utility/boot room is fitted with a choice of wall and base units with a granite style work surface and stainless steel sink and drainer. Plenty of space here for a washing machine, tumble dryer and additional domestic appliances, there is also ample storage for outerwear and pet beds. The double glazed door gives access to the side of the property and there is also direct access to a shower room. The stone coloured ceramic floor tiles with under floor heating continue.

Bedroom 2 (4.39m x 3.27m)

A good sized double room on the ground floor with access to a Jack & Jill shower room perfect for guests staying over or more senior family members. There is ample space for free standing furniture and the large window provides natural light and a view across the garden. The room is freshly decorated with a fitted carpet.

Shower Room (2.05m x 1.85m)

Fitted with a corner cubicle offering a mains shower, white aqua panelling and folding door, wash hand basin and push button WC. Chrome ladder style heated towel rail, wall mounted mirror, shaver point and product shelf. The floor is finished in a ceramic tiling with under floor heating.

Bedroom 3 (3.86m x 3.26m)

Another bright and spacious double bedroom on the ground floor with a picture window, fresh neutral decor and fully fitted carpet.

Family Bathroom (2.87m x 1.95m)

Fitted with a white three piece suite consisting of bath with a mains shower over and glass shower screen, wash hand basin and WC. Chrome ladder style heated towel rail and glass product shelf, finished off with a contrast of wall and floor tiling in a stone effect with underfloor heating. The external door has been installed to give access to the decking area where you will find the sunken hot tub.

Hallway (3.98m x 2.29m)

The fitted cupboard offers excellent storage and the pine staircase with central carpet and hand rail leads to the upper level.

Landing (3.24m x 2.46m)

A bright and airy landing with Velux window, fresh white decor and birch effect flooring.

Master Bedroom (5.12m x 4.92m)

This very impressive space boasts a feature glass wall within the bedroom, dressing area with private balcony and beautifully appointed en suite shower room. It could easily be split into two bedrooms or provide private living accommodation. The current bedroom offers ample space for super king bed and additional seating if required. The floor is finished in a wooden style laminate.

Dressing Area (5.60m x 4.85m)

Open plan to the master bedroom is this excellent dressing area with ample space for clothes storage and additional furniture. The private balcony with glass balustrades offers the perfect spot to relax and admire the view. This space could provide another bedroom or part of a self contained unit. The laminate flooring continues.

En Suite (4.50m x 1.94m)

A well appointed modern en suite offering a large walk in enclosure with rain water and hand held attachment, wall mounted twin cabinets in soft blue with rectangular sinks and a push button WC. It also boasts illuminated wall mounted mirrors, chrome ladder style dual c/h or electric towel rail and recessed product shelving under the Velux window. Finished off perfectly with chalk effect aqua panelling, fresh white tones and a quality click flooring.

Bedroom 4 (4.04m x 1.92m)

This is a single bedroom on the upper floor, the velux windows allow lots of natural daylight to flood this space and the birch effect flooring continues. This room is currently utilised as a perfect home office and offers access to partially floored storage in the eaves.

Office/Nursery (2.44m x 2.29m)

A single bedroom, nursery or perfect home office that is light and bright due to the decor and the Velux window. There is a built in storage cupboard and access to the fully floored eaves with the birch effect flooring continuing.

Shed 1 (8.93m x 5.84m)

One of two modern industrial sheds with power, light, water and drainage inside and out along with a remote controlled sectional door. It offers an endless range of uses including workshop, vehicle storage, stables or even a home gym. There is currently a fully lined refrigerated preparation and storage facility installed here that would offer a superb business opportunity but could easily be removed. A generous concrete wash-bed adjoins the building.

Prep Room (4.19m x 2.69m)

Fully 'food preparation approved' work area serviced with water and power, concrete floor and drainage. It was recently used as a food preparation area and includes a compliant water treatment system.

Shed 2 (11.20m x 6.05m)

The second of two substantial sheds with power, light, water and drainage inside and out along with a remote controlled roller door and single half glazed PVC personnel door. It also offers excellent potential and the biomass and oil boilers are located here.

Wood Store (11m x 7m)

This offers further storage and is ideal for wood fuel, vehicles or machinery.

Stone Outbuilding

There is a further traditional stone outbuilding that could be further developed to provide additional storage/workshop etc.

Garden

There is an area of mature lawn with various beds containing a wide range of shrubs and plants and various seating areas to catch the sun throughout the day. To the rear is a large area of decking with ample space for garden furniture making it perfect for summer entertaining. There is also a sunken hot tub located here which will be included in the sale. There are also a range of fruit trees and ample space for a vegetable garden, greenhouse or polytunnel for the keen grow your own enthusiast.

Garden

In addition there is a large area of woodland that is perfect for encouraging the local wildlife or excellent space for children to explore and enjoy.

Yard

To the rear of the two sheds is a large yard suitable for storing large machinery, caravan, motorhome or trailers etc if required. There is also an enclosed dog pen and timber kennel.