A traditional detached farmhouse over three floors with immense character and wonderful open panoramic views close to Alford in rural Aberdeenshire.
Rent: £850 per calendar month
Deposit: £850
Lease: Long-term let preferred
Furnishings: Unfurnished
Council Tax: Band F
Available: LEASED
Five Bedrooms (four double and one single); Lounge, Family Room or Dining Room; Dining Kitchen; two bathrooms.
Partial double glazing and Oil C/H; multi-fuel stove and open fire; period features; large garden with panoramic views; off road parking.
Appliances include Fridge-Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer.
This detached farmhouse has immense character and appeal and sits on an elevated south facing site with wonderful open panoramic views.
This desirable property, which is a category C listed building, is spacious and spans three floors. It has been extensively upgraded and refurbished to a high standard and offers comfortable family accommodation. To fully appreciate its location and size, viewing is highly recommended.
The property is located approximately 26 miles west of Aberdeen, close to the town of Alford. Journey time to Aberdeen is around 40 minutes.
Alford has a good range of local shops, a post office, banks and both primary and secondary schools. The school bus collects children at this address. This area is at the heart of Upper Donside where you will find plenty of sports facilities including a dry ski slope, swimming pool, golf and country park.
Ground Floor:
Hall – a bright and spacious entrance with access to sitting room, family room and bathroom. Boot cupboard. Ceiling cornicing.
Sitting Room (approx 16'6" x 14') – south and west facing windows with deep sills. Open fire with traditional surround.
Family Room/Dining Room (approx 17' x 11') – situated off kitchen and front hall; multi fuel stove set within granite fireplace. South facing window with deep sill.
Dining Kitchen (approx 14'6" x 13'6") – situated to the rear of the property with two windows and velux. Generous quantity of good quality solid wood wall and base units with granite worktops. Belfast sink. Central isle work station with granite top to match. Large electric range cooker, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge-freezer. Access to rear of property.
Bathroom 1 (approx 12' x 11'6") – white three piece suite with shower over the bath. Large storage cupboard. Window with deep sill.
Stairs to first floor with traditional wooden balustrade. Window with deep sill at half landing.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1 (approx 18'6" x 14') – bright and spacious double bedroom with windows overlooking the front and side of the property with lovely views. Cast iron fireplace with tiles and decorative surround (not to be used).
Bedroom 2 (approx 12' x 10') – overlooking front of the property with recessed alcove and hanging rail.
Bedroom 3 (approx 12' x 6'6") – currently being used as a dressing room but could easily revert back to a single bedroom.
Bathroom 2 (approx 12' x 6'6") – fitted with three piece white suite with shower attachment. Separate shower unit.
Stairs to second floor. Two skylights onto the landing keeping it bright.
Second Floor:
Bedroom 4 (approx 15'6" x 15'6") – a good sized double bedroom with southerly views.
Bedroom 5 (approx 15'6" x 14') – a similar room to and opposite bedroom 4.
Outside:
The property sits well back from the main road and is accessed via a shared private track. It has good sized garden grounds which are laid mainly to lawn and are easy to maintain. There is a variety of mature trees and shrubs, and a slabbed patio area. Panoramic views.
Large gravelled area for parking around the side and back of the property. Private water supply and septic tank.
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Directions: From Aberdeen travel on the Aberdeen/Alford road (A944). At the Westhill roundabout bear left (B9119) and continue on this road passing through Garlogie and Echt, until you come to the Crossroads Hotel. Turn right onto the A980 signposted Alford. Travel on this road until you reach the village of Muir of Fowlis, then turn left onto the road signposted Towie. West Eninteer is situated approximately one mile along this road on the right.
Leasing Information: rent is payable monthly in advance. A deposit equivalent to one month's rent is payable on entry and the tenant will be responsible for 50 per cent of the cost of preparing an Inventory at the commencement of the lease and also for the re-check at termination. References will be required, including photographic ID, and a credit reference check may be undertaken at the tenant's cost.