Culfork, Strahdon, AB36 8YQ

• Private Location
• Situated Within Approximately 0.831 Acres
• Tranquil Country Living
• Substantial Garage/Barn with Sauna
• Oil Fired Heating
• Double Glazing
• Septic Tank
• Council Tax Band D
• EPC Band F
• For viewing contact Mackinnons Solicitors 013397 55633

The paved pathway leads to the front of the property with access via the hardwood stable door to a welcoming vestibule.  Daylight floods the area through the dual aspect windows.

A half-glazed door opens into the inner hallway providing access to the accommodation with a carpeted staircase rising to the upper floor.

Located to the right of the entrance, the welcoming dining room enjoys dual aspect windows to the front and rear, complete with wooden shutters, allowing natural sunlight to flood the room.  The spacious dining room is an ideal area for entertaining.

The kitchen offers an array of pine wall and base units with coordinating tiled worksurfaces incorporating a 1 ½ stainless steel sink and drainer with window above overlooking the rear garden.  Appliances include a dishwasher and an Aga. Vinyl flooring and a stable door leading to the patio area.

Overlooking the front of the property the bright and spacious lounge boasts French doors to the rear opening out to the patio area, ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining. The wood panelled lounge with ceiling beams is an ideal room to relax or socialise in whilst enjoying the cosy ambiance created by the wood burning stove set within an impressive open granite fireplace with slate hearth. Another feature of the room is the quirky built-in bar area.  

A small step provides access to the bathroom with vinyl flooring and three-piece white suite comprising a WC, wash hand basin and bath with overhead shower and tiled splashback.  Wood panelled walls to dado height.

The well-appointed utility room comes complete with a washing machine and fridge freezer. Vinyl flooring, wood panelled wall and window with a deep sill. A built-in cupboard houses the boiler, and a door provides access to the large integrated storage barn which houses the water system controls.  A further door leads to the front garden.

Returning to the hallway, the carpeted sweeping staircase rises to the upper level with decorative shelving and houses the electric circuit breaker.  Natural sunlight fills this area via the Velux window to the front. 

The bright and spacious principal bedroom with bay window overlooking the front and across the stunning countryside, offers ample space for free standing furniture.  The room boasts attractive wooden beams and is fitted with a built-in wardrobe.

Another double bedroom, currently utilised as an office, also enjoys a bay window overlooking the front and surrounding landscape.  A built-in wardrobe and ample space for free standing furniture.

The family shower room is conveniently situated between the bedrooms overlooking the rear with built-in storage cupboards below the bay window with deep sill.  This bright room is fitted with a three-piece white suite comprising a shower cubicle, WC, wash hand basin with tiled splash back and mirror above. 

Outside

Culfork is situated within approximately 0.831 acres of land boasting a private and tranquil setting amidst stunning countryside.  Attached to the granite cottage is a useful storage barn accessible via the utility room with a further door leading to the front garden.

A substantial outbuilding spans two floors offering garage facilities with two up and over roller doors, an inspection pit and a large workbench. There is a window to the front, a stable door to the side and the boiler.  Access to the upper level is via the external staircases at either gable end with stable doors. This area is fully insulated and would make an ideal office/studio or separate living accommodation complete with a newly installed sauna and shower room. Dual aspect Velux windows, downlighters and two attic hatches.  

Mainly laid to lawn, the front of the property offers parking for several cars and the rear enclosed garden houses a patio area and the oil tanks.    

Fixtures and fittings

All curtains, shutters, light fittings and white goods are included in the sale.  The garden outbuildings will remain.

Location

Culfork is situated within a rural setting on the A944 Alford to Strathdon Road. Ideally located a short distance from Strathdon Primary School and the village of Bellabeg, which offers a village shop, post office and medical centre.  Secondary schooling is available at Alford Academy, in addition to a wider variety of local shops and community facilities. Aberdeen City is approximately 47 miles away.   The Strathdon area is renowned for the famous Lonach Highland Gathering and Games which takes place every year, with the day starting off with the Clansmen of the Lonach Highlanders parading through the village.  The idyllic scenery and wildlife can be enjoyed throughout the year and winter sports are available at the nearby Lecht ski resort and Glenshee.