Property overview

We are delighted to offer for sale this substantial four bedroom detached dwelling house nestled in the quiet and exclusive Craigendarroch development within the popular and picturesque village of Ballater on Royal Deeside. Designed with a Scandia Hus Alpine style, this Swedish timber frame home incorporates advanced energy-efficient materials, outstanding insulation and triple glazing. The exterior doors are outward opening to retain heat. This well-maintained property offers an exceptional opportunity to create a truly desirable family home.

The property benefits from natural sunlight and boasts well-proportioned versatile living accommodation, offering an abundance of built-in storage and serviced by electric heating. Enjoying a well-maintained mature wrap around garden with an impressive backdrop of the Craigendarroch Hill and large patio area ideal for alfresco dining. A driveway offers off street parking leading to a double garage with storage to the rear and a spacious versatile room above. Viewing is highly recommended to truly appreciate the tranquil setting and accommodation this property has to offer.

Enter the property through a substantial hardwood door into a generously proportioned reception hallway which provides access to the ground and upper floor accommodation. Wood panelling to dado height. Large hall cupboard offers convenient storage.

From the hallway, you can access a ground-floor bedroom complete with an en-suite, ideal for guests or family. Two further doors provide access to the lounge and kitchen.

The lounge is a warm and welcoming room, flooded with natural light from the dual-aspect picture windows. A glazed door leads to the front of the property, while the central open fireplace, framed by a granite hearth and wall lighting, provides a cosy focal point.

The dining room features a large window with views to the side of the property with access to the patio area, creating an ideal entertaining space.

The well-proportioned modern dining kitchen offers an array of fitted wall and base units with contrasting work surface incorporating a stainless steel 1 ½ sink and drainer with mixer tap. Two large picture windows allow natural sunlight to fill the room from the conservatory. Integrated appliances include a double electric oven and separate hob with extractor hood above. Wooden ceiling with central pendant light fitting. The kitchen leads to a practical utility room that connects to a remarkably large conservatory, a true highlight of the home.

The capacious conservatory boasts a wood-burning stove for cosy evenings, as well as kitchen area incorporating a stainless-steel sink with worksurfaces and storage beneath, making it a versatile space for entertaining or relaxing. Electric roof windows, allow for easy ventilation and additional natural light. With doors leading to the rear garden and the side of the property, it provides excellent indoor-outdoor living.

An impressive open gallery is located at the top of the staircase, bathed in natural sunlight via the three picture windows. This space is ideal for use as a home office or study. Attic hatch.

The principal bedroom is a luxurious retreat benefiting from high ceilings and exposed wooden beams. Picture windows with a glazed door opening out to an impressive balcony, providing ample space for a table and chairs, boasting views across the surrounding landscape. Three built-in wardrobes with louvre doors offering hanging space and shelving. A further door allows access to the spacious en-suite bathroom with glazed window overlooking the side of the property. Three-piece suite comprising WC, wash hand basin and a bath with handheld shower attachment.

A well-positioned shower room tiled to dado height comprising, WC, wash hand basin and a fully tiled shower cubicle. Tiled flooring. Glazed window overlooking the side of the property.

Completing the first-floor accommodation are two further well-proportioned double bedrooms complete with built-in double wardrobes and offer ample space for free standing furniture.

Outside

The property is surrounded by a beautifully landscaped garden with mature shrubs, and a patio area ideal for alfresco dining and enjoying the summer months. A driveway offers off street parking leading to a double garage, which includes a separate storage area to the rear and a versatile room above, perfect for a home office, gym or additional living space.

Fixtures and fittings

All light fittings, white goods, and floor coverings are to be included in the sale.

Location

The picturesque village of Ballater is set in the heart of Royal Deeside, approximately 40 miles West of Aberdeen on the main A93 amid the beautiful countryside within the Cairngorms National Park. Ballater offers a wide range of social clubs and events including the popular annual activities throughout Victoria Week in August which hosts the renowned Ballater Highland Games, as well as the Ballater Walking Week and Golf Week. The village boasts a wide and varied selection of quality shops, coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, and a Health Centre. A primary school with a pre-school nursery is available in the village with the Academy in nearby Aboyne serving the senior pupils with school transport being provided. A regular public bus service travels to Aboyne through to Aberdeen as well as Crathie and Braemar. The village boasts an excellent 18-hole golf course, and tennis courts with further outdoor pursuits available in the area including a vast selection of walking routes, horse riding, fishing, shooting, gliding and winter sports nearby at the Lecht and Glenshee. A swimming pool and leisure facilities are available at the Hilton Craigendarroch Hotel. Ballater is within commuting distance to the business parks at Westhill and Kingswells, as well as the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (AWPR) which provides a quicker commute to areas north and south of the city centre, including Aberdeen International Airport.

Directions

Travelling from Aberdeen on the A93, on entering the village of Ballater, turn right at the T junction onto Bridge Street. Continue through the village over the bridge, turning second right into Craigendarroch Walk. Number 32 is located on the left-hand side along the road, clearly indicated by our Mackinnons For Sale sign.