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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · AB39 3SA
Sold STCReduced £15k (−3.2%) on 20 JunListed 293 days
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Description A traditional storey and a half, 5 bedroom, detached house. This house flows beautifully, offering generously proportioned living space with glorious views.
The property benefits from oil-fired central heating and double glazing. With the added benefit of under-floor heating in each bathroom. Location: Situated in Cookney, Aberdeenshire.
The property is approximately 4.5 miles from Portlethen, 6.5 miles from Stonehaven and 11.5 miles from Aberdeen City. Portlethen has a good selection of shops and amenities.
Stonehaven is a popular coastal market town with an array of small artisan shops and eateries. The property is excellently placed for commuting to a variety of areas.
Council Tax Band: G (Aberdeenshire Council) Tenure: Freehold Entrance Hall (8.7m x 1.0m) A bright and welcoming entrance with wooden floors throughout.
There is a courtyard to the front of the house which is partially tiled at the entrance. The courtyard is full enclosed with a wooden fence to the front, great for catching the morning sun.
Lounge (8.9m x 6.1m) Very generous living space with a fireplace as the centrepiece. There is a patio door which opens out directly on to the rear garden.
The room has a stone fireplace wall which partially separates the living space. An excellent room for entertaining. There is currently no floor covering on the lounge floor.
Kitchen (3.3m x 3.7m) Fully fitted with a selection of base and overhead units. Excellent worktop space for food preparation, and a breakfast bar for informal dining. Wooden flooring.
Appliances included: Dishwasher Electric Hob Electric oven Large fridge freezer Dining Room (5.1m x 3.7m) A large dining room with beautiful views of the rear garden.
Currently there is an eight seater table, and still ample space for further furniture is required. The flooring is wooden and carries on from the kitchen.
Study (3.4m x 4.4m) This room is currently utilised as a study, however is roomy enough to accommodate a double bed if another bedroom is required.
Utility (3.7m x 1.7m) A fabulous space which has access to the rear door of the property. There is a selection of base and overhead cupboards, and it houses the washing machine and dryer.
Bedroom 1 (4.2m x 3.9m) A well laid out, ground floor bedroom with built-in wardrobes. En-Suite (3.30m x 1.35m) Spacious, yet quaint. Fitted with a toilet, wash hand basin with vanity unit and bath.
The floors are tiled with under-floor heating for comfort and convenience. Bedroom 2 (2.95m x 3.90m) A good sized double bedroom with built-in double wardrobes, which is carpeted for comfort.
Bedroom 3 (4.0m x 4.8m) A double bedroom which is carpeted. Bedroom 4 (4.0m x 3.6m) A large double bedroom with built-in wardrobes. There are modern shutters fitted to the window.
Bathroom (2.8m x 3.3m) A luxurious bathroom which is fully tiled, with a stone effect feature wall. Fitted with a standalone bath with centred taps, a large sink over a vanity unit and a toilet.
There is a separate walk-in shower with a rainfall head. The bathroom has under-floor heating for comfort.
Master Bedroom (5.4m x 4.2m) Accessed by a spiral staircase, the master suite sits separately. A large bedroom with patio doors and a West facing balcony.
Great for watching sunsets on an evening, with uninterupted views. En-Suite (3.6m x 2.4m) The master en-suite has a heated tiled floor, and heated towel rail for comfort and convenience.
A toilet, floating sink and large walk-in shower which adds a touch of luxury.
Dressing Room (4.1m x 2.0m) A large space between the master bedroom and en-suite, which could be kitted out with wardrobes and a dressing table.
Garden There is an ample garden to the rear, a paved patio area and the rest is laid to lawn. Log Cabin (7.8m x 4.8m) A great addition to the garden, a substantial high quality log cabin.
This could be used as a gym or home office. The log cabin has electricity and double glazed windows.
There is a double door to the front and a single door to the rear, which would allow for two separate rooms having their own entrance.
Garage (5.4m x 3.7m) The single garage is fitted with an up and over aluminium door. The garage has power.
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