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Charming modernised 2 bedroom semi-detached cottage 78m2 lovely garden + garage with utility area Presented to a high standard with tasteful décor throughout, this super cottage would suit anyone looking for a pleasant village location an easy home to move in and enjoy.
The ground floor living area includes an entrance porch to a well-equipped kitchen dining room, a shower room, lounge, conservatory. Upstairs there are 2 double bedrooms and a lovely family bathroom.
Parking for 2 cars at the front and a suntrap courtyard area to the rear and lovely lawn garden completes this family home. Request your viewing now!
Viewing Arrangements: Request your viewing directly online or call Yopa on Alternatively, you can the local agents on to arrange a suitable time slot for you.
Home Report Valuation £200,000: Directly download the Home Report from the Yopa advert at Property Search – St Cyrus, Aberdeenshire. Or request the report via the Smartlink here below.
Aberdeenshire Council Tax Band: C EPC: E Tenure: Freehold more about the property... All light fittings, window blinds, integrated kitchen appliances and fitted floorings will be included in the sale.
New air source electric heating with humidity sensors was installed in April 2025 and a new roof was installed in April 2023 with guarantee.
Entering via the front porch, you're welcomed into a generous and practical space, perfect for hanging coats and storing shoes before stepping into the main accommodation.
Step through the main door into this beautifully presented dining kitchen.
It is fitted with a modern range of base and wall units with coordinated work surfaces and includes a stainless-steel sink with mixer tap.
Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, electric oven, induction hob with concealed extractor hood and a microwave.
There is ample space for a fridge freezer as well as dining furnishings making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.
There are ceiling spotlights and natural light from the front window to this stylish bright and welcoming room.
The ground floor shower room is beautifully presented and fitted with a WC and a wash hand basin set within a vanity unit with useful storage below.
Tiled to the shower area, complemented by an opaque side-facing window providing natural light while maintaining privacy.
Additional features include ceiling spotlights, vinyl flooring, and tasteful décor throughout, creating a fresh and modern finish.
Ascending two steps from the kitchen area, you enter the spacious lounge, featuring a front-facing window and rear-facing glazed doors leading into the conservatory.
The room is carpeted and benefits from an open-plan staircase providing access to the upper accommodation.
A useful shallow shelved cupboard houses the electrical consumer unit and offers additional storage space.
Through the glazed double doors, you enter the bright and spacious conservatory, enjoying an attractive outlook over the rear garden, this versatile room provides an excellent additional living space, ideal for relaxing, dining or entertaining guests.
With direct access to the outdoor decking area, the conservatory seamlessly connects indoor and outdoor living spaces.
Ascending the carpeted staircase to the upper landing, there is a front-facing window which allows plenty of natural light into the upper landing area and enjoys views towards the church and local primary school.
Bedroom 1 is a lovely, spacious and bright double bedroom with a rear facing window enjoying a pleasant outlook over the garden and which allows an abundance of natural light to flood the room.
Carpeted, the room benefits from a spacious fitted wardrobe providing both shelving and hanging.
There is ample space for a range of bedroom furnishings making this a comfortable and versatile principal bedroom.
The modern bathroom is fitted with a three-piece suite comprising a bath with tap to shower fitment, wash hand basin and WC. The walls are tiled around the bath area.
Additional storage is provided by a wall-mounted cupboard, while a further built-in cupboard houses the pressurised hot water tank.
Bedroom 2 is carpeted and a well-proportioned double bedroom offering comfortable accommodation and ample space for a range of bedroom furnishings.
It has an extensive wall of fitted wardrobes providing excellent shelf and hanging space.
Externally This home benefits from a fully enclosed rear garden, accessed via a gate next to the garage and is surrounded by fencing and mature hedging.
Mainly laid to lawn the garden features mature trees which provide a good degree of privacy and creating a secure outdoor space. A garage and greenhouse are included in the sale.
A decked area directly outside the conservatory is an ideal spot for outdoor seating and enjoys a sunny aspect.
Additional features include an external water tap and a decorative chip-stone pathway bordering the garden. The garden is not overlooked so offers excellent privacy.
The garage has drive-in door access as well as side door access from the garden.
Internally it has wall-mounted shelving and electric sockets for power and light, double doors at the rear of the garage take you into a separate useful utility area fitted with a range of base and wall-mounted units incorporating a stainless-steel sink.
There is space and plumbing for a washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge freezer. A door from the utility area leads into the garden.
Garage Utility Area: 11’5 x 6’ (3.48m x 1.83m) Garage: 17’2 x 11’3 (5.23m x 3.43m) Internal Room Measurements at the widest points Ground Floor Entrance Porch: 4’8 x 7’5 (1.42m x 2.26m) Dining Kitchen: 13’7 x 12’11 (4.14m x 3.94m) Shower Room: 7’9 x 4’11 (2.36 x 1.50m) Lounge: 15’4 x 14’4 (4.67m x 4.37m) Conservatory: 9’1 x 9’10 (2.77m x 3.00m) First Floor Bedroom 1: 12’10 x 8’9 (3.91m x 2.67m) Bathroom: 9’2 x 5’6 (2.79m x 1.68m) Bedroom 2: 11’11 x 7’10 ( 3.63m x 2.39m) amenities, schools & transport In the heart of this small popular coastal village of St Cyrus, which itself is set above a dramatic cliff with the coastline and renowned sandy beach at its foot.
This part of the coastline has sandy bays and red sandstone cliffs. As well as St Cyrus, other popular beaches are found at Lunan Bay and Montrose.
Johnshaven is a small fishing village just north of St Cyrus, from where sea fishing is available. Both St Cyrus Beach and Montrose Basin are Nature Reserves.
There are lovely walks, both on the beach and in nearby woods. St Cyrus has an excellent primary school, together with a post office and general store and nearby play park.
More extensive range of shopping, business and leisure facilities are found in nearby towns Montrose and Laurencekirk each just 10 minutes driving time.
Secondary education is available in Montrose, or at Mearns Academy in Laurencekirk or Mackie Academy in Stonehaven.
Lathallan (7 miles) is a well-known private school and on the bus route for collecting the children.
The X7 bus service is excellent and travels through the village offering an hourly service to Aberdeen or Dundee calling at local towns along the way including a direct journey to Ninewells Hospital and Perth if required.
Local train stations are at either nearby Montrose or Laurencekirk. Don’t delay request your viewing now!
Disclaimer Whilst we make enquiries with the Seller to ensure the information provided is accurate, Yopa makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the statements contained in the particulars which should not be relied upon as representations of fact.
All representations contained in the particulars are based on details supplied by the Seller. Your Conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position.
Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.
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