3 bed farmhouse for sale

Dufftown, Keith AB55

Auchanhandoch Farmhouse represents an exciting opportunity to purchase a charming farmhouse in the heart of Moray. The farmhouse is finished to an extremely high standard throughout, offering a fantastic level of comfort and luxury. Renovated and updated since 2019, this attractive property is situated close to the lovely village of Dufftown, enjoying an elevated location with stunning views over fields, woods and local hills to the North East.

The property is presented to an exceptionally high standard and the quality of the finish can only be fully appreciated by viewing. The current owners' ongoing investment has ensured that the building is presented to a high standard making Auchanhandoch Farmhouse a modern and highly desirable property.
Reason for sale

It is the owners desire to retire from hospitality and a wish to move nearer family that brings this attractive farmhouse to the market.
Location

The local town of Dufftown, approximately 2 miles away, is a historic Scottish town with a history of distilling whisky and is best known as the Whisky Capital of the World, thanks to its seven working distilleries. These distilleries in turn, attract whisky aficionados from around the world. Dufftown produces more malt whisky than any other town in Scotland; this declaration puts the town on the famed Malt Whisky Trail.

The village has a thriving community, with two supermarkets, one pub, smaller shops and a farmer's market. Primary education is available at Dufftown with Secondary schooling at Speyside High in Aberlour. It hosts its own local Highland Games and takes part in the well-known Speyside whisky festival. On top of this, it is also home to the famous and internationally recognised Glenfiddich Distillery. The town is set in one of the most stunning areas of Scotland. It is around 1-hour drive from both Aberdeen and Inverness cities (both of which have international airports) as well as a 30-minute drive from the coast and the Cairngorms National Park. It is a popular area for walking, fishing, hunting, nature and whisky enthusiasts attracting international tourists and trade. Dufftown is located on the River Fiddich, the town has a number of visitor attractions which draw in many tourists each year. The hills and coast are within a relatively short drive with an abundance of wildlife living within the region. Tourists also enjoy visiting the many historic sites and castles in the area.
The property

On entering the farmhouse, you arrive in a small lobby which provides access to a utility room, a toilet and the beautifully finished kitchen/ diner. From the kitchen / diner, you enter the stair hall which allows access to a shower room on the lower floor (currently used as a store), the lounge and the stairs to the 3 first floor bedrooms, one of which offers an ensuite in a 'Jack and Jill' arrangement. The farmhouse has been recently modernised to a fantastic level. Throughout the property, the level of detailing is commendable, resulting in the high-quality building seen today.
Grounds

The grounds of the property divide into 2 areas, the farmhouse has a private garden and there is a significant vegetable garden and undeveloped area to the rear of the property. The garden is mainly laid to lawn, with limited planting around the perimeter. The area to the Northwest side of the house lends itself to a seating area with the introduction of a terrace. The garden area allows the owners to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this rural countryside environment. There is ample parking outside the farmhouse with access to the property via a gravel drive, which is shared.
Services

The property benefits from mains electricity, oil central heating and a private water supply. The farmhouse also benefits from a wood burning stove in the kitchen / diner and the lounge. Drainage from the property is collected into a separate septic tank with soak-away. The property benefits from internet access and Wi-Fi.