5 bed cottage for sale

North Deeside Road, Kincardine O'neil AB34

Located within the Royal Deeside village of Kincardine o'Neil, we are delighted to offer to the market, this traditional stone cottage with an impressive rear extension, offering exceptionally spacious accommodation of 269 square metres. The property is over two levels and benefits from double glazing, lpg central heating and two wood burning stoves. “Albany Cottage” has been upgraded and very well maintained by the current owners and is very tastefully presented throughout. In addition it also boasts a self-contained Bothy/Annex, fully enclosed large south facing garden and detached garage. Kincardine o’Neil itself is an historic village with a range of shops and numerous other facilities including the excellent primary school, which is a minute’s walk away. It lies on The Deeside Way and offers easy access to nearby towns, Aberdeen City, the international airport at Dyce and to the awpr (Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route). The area is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast with a wide range of sporting activities within easy reach including walking, skiing, gliding, fishing and golf. Albany Cottage offers the perfect family home for those looking for that perfect combination of peaceful rural lifestyle with easy access to the city and transport hubs. We highly recommend viewing of this superb property to fully appreciate all that this unique home has to offer.

Accommodation

House

Entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen/diner, lounge, utility room, rear vestibule, WC, master bedroom with en-suite, four further double bedrooms & shower room.

Bothy

Living room/kitchen, bedroom and shower room.

Location

Kincardine o’Neil is the oldest village on Royal Deeside, lying on the north side of the River Dee between the popular towns of Banchory (8miles) and Aboyne (4 miles). The property boasts easy access to the Deeside way that runs west to Aboyne and Ballater and east to Banchory and Aberdeen. It offers walking, cycling and hacking. A short drive will also take you to the edge of the Cairngorms National Park. There is a local shop and excellent primary school with secondary education available at Aboyne Academy. Royal Deeside offers a wide range of leisure pursuits that include fishing, forest & hill walking, canoeing, gliding, shooting and skiing. There are also several quality golf courses in the area. Banchory and Aboyne offers walking more amenities including shops, cafes, hotels and restaurants along with supermarkets, swimming pools and sports facilities. There is a regular bus service to Aberdeen.

Directions
Travelling west on the A93, continue into the village where you will find the property on the left hand side.

Hallway (2.86m x 1.38m)

A welcoming entrance hallway with a fully carpeted staircase and white balustrades leading to the upper level and finished in natural slate flooring.

Sitting Room (4.66m x 4.60m)

A cosy dual aspect reception room situated to the front of the original part of the cottage with feature granite wall incorporating a large fireplace and wood burning stove in a deep red with a hot plate. There is a large walk in storage cupboard with shelving and fully fitted neutral carpet.

Formal Lounge (7.36m x 6.17m)

Forming part of the rear extension, this stunning formal lounge has dual aspect that includes wall to ceiling windows and double doors offering south facing views of the rear garden and surrounding countryside. The room is perfect for large gatherings and the feature granite fireplace with oak mantle provides the perfect focal point and houses the wood burning stove. The room is tastefully decorated and finished with a newly installed engineered oak flooring.

Kitchen/Diner (8.17m x 3.91m)

The perfect central family hub that is fitted with a wide range of quality units in a mixture of a soft grey and deep blue shaker style and finished with a contrasting quartz stone work surface with white ceramic sink and drainer. Integrated appliances include Belling range cooker with lpg gas hob, tiled splash back and extraction hood, eye level microwave, dishwasher and fridge freezer with water and ice dispenser. The dining area offers ample space for a large table and chairs with the exposed granite wall adding an attractive feature. The large window provides plenty of natural light and the floor is finished in a wood effect laminate flooring.

Rear Vestibule (1.75m x 1.46m)

A useful area situated off the kitchen with access to the rear yard. Excellent storage for outerwear in the form of triple fitted cupboards with sliding doors and the floor is finished with a hard matting.

Wc (1.58m x 1.32m)

A modern downstairs cloakroom fitted with white gloss units housing the wash hand basin and WC, finished in vibrant colours with partial wall paper and a contrasting Amtico natural slate style flooring.

Utility Room (3.20m x 2.47m)

A well equipped and spacious utility room fitted with a wide range of wall and base units, stainless steel sink and finished with a contrasting work surface. Housing for a washing machine, tumble dryer and further domestic appliance if required. Ample space here for drying laundry and additional storage, with the floor finished in engineered oak.

Landing (9.23m x 1.20m)

A light and airy space which gives access to four double bedrooms and the shower room. There is a recess with window offering the perfect quiet spot for an occasional chair to relax and enjoy a book. Fresh white decor and fully carpeted.

Master Bedroom (5.07m x 4.40m)

Again part of the rear extension this bright and exceptionally spacious master suite is dual aspect and boasts those super south facing views. This delightful space has attractive window seating with storage beneath, along with fitted wardrobes and ample space for additional free standing furniture. Tastefully decorated with feature wall and fully carpeted.

En-Suite (3.99m x 3.45m)

Pure luxury and fitted with a corner cubicle offering a mains shower, spa bath with central taps, wash hand basin with illuminated mirror over and set above cream gloss units offering excellent storage and wall mounted WC. There is also a well located, integrated washing machine for all of your bedroom laundry. Natural stone coloured tiling and deep wood effect vinyl flooring finishes the space.

Bedroom 2 (6.55m x 2.82m)

A generous dual aspect bedroom including an attractive bay window to the front with seating and storage beneath along with open fitted wardrobe. The stunning decor includes a feature wallpaper and there is direct access to the shower room, making this perfect for guests staying over. Fully fitted neutral carpet.

Bedroom 3 (4.89m x 3.73m)

A further spacious and very pretty double bedroom with an attractive bay window and seating with storage beneath, soft decor with feature wall and fitted wardrobes to either side. Fully fitted neutral carpet.

Bedroom 4 (3.92m x 3.08m)

A large double bedroom flooded with natural light by the large Velux window with fitted blind. The two double fitted wardrobes offer excellent storage, and the room is fully carpeted. It currently serves as a super work from home office space.

Shower Room (3.10m x 0.94m)

A bright space with alternative access to bedroom 2 and fitted with a large corner cubicle with instant electric shower, wash hand basin and concealed cistern WC. Other features include illuminated wall mirror, chrome ladder style heated towel rail and recessed product shelf. The partial wall tiling is complemented with the deep wood effect vinyl flooring.

Bedroom 5 (4.83m x 3.55m)

A spacious double bedroom on the ground floor with dual aspect windows and deep sills along with plenty of space for free standing furniture. The fresh white decor is complemented with a soft grey carpet. This room has also served as an alternative reception room.

The Bothy

This outbuilding can be accessed separately from the side gate, so could easily offer a multitude of uses. It could provide a stand alone work from home business facility or casual accommodation with the relevant permissions, studio, craft room or guest accommodation.

Bothy Kitchen/Living (3.50m x 3.45m)

A cosy L shaped room with pitched, timber clad ceiling and two Velux windows and feature granite fireplace. The kitchen is fitted with a range of units in soft cream with wood effect surfaces, stainless steel sink, hot plate and integrated fridge. Finished with wood effect flooring. There is a pull down stair for access to the upper bedroom.

Bothy Shower Room (1.89m x 1.50m)

Fitted with a corner enclosure with an instant shower and curtain, wash hand basin and WC, fully tiled in white with contrasting floor tiling.

Bothy Bedroom (3.55m x 3.45m)

Accessed via the retractable wooden stair, this cosy space has a pitched ceiling with Velux window and easily accommodates a double bed.

Front Garden

To the front is a small fully enclosed low maintenance garden with stone chippings and wrought iron gate. There is access to the side of the property where there is additional parking for two vehicles.

Rear Garden

To the rear of the property there is a substantial, fully enclosed south facing garden with mature lawns, shrubs, trees and flower beds. The attractive patio area is perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining in the warmer months. The garden enjoys an open outlook to the surrounding countryside and the path leads to the gated driveway and detached garage. There is also a further shed and two large log stores located here.