Ardgathen, Alford, AB33 8NB

We are delighted to offer for sale this superb detached 4 bedroom property, located in the heart of rural Aberdeenshire.

Lying just to the west of the ever popular village of Alford, “Four Oaks” is a spacious family home that is very well presented and beautifully maintained by the current owners.

Enjoying an elevated feu, the property commands breath taking views across the local countryside and offers very well proportioned accommodation over two levels.

It benefits from oil fired central heating, supplied by a modern boiler, double glazing and wood burning stove.

It is an easy walk to the local schools and there are endless country walks on the doorstep.

Sit and relax on the decking area, enjoy the peace and tranquillity, the bird song and of course that all important view.

Other features include vegetable garden, poly tunnel, cedarwood greenhouse, single garage and large timber shed.

Accommodation Entrance hall with study area, lounge, dining room, dining kitchen, utility, master bedroom, dressing area, en suite, 3 further bedrooms and family bathroom.

Location Alford is a thriving village enjoying a host of excellent amenities with the new Community Campus providing a nursery, primary and secondary school, swimming pool and community library.

Additional recreation activities include a 18 hole golf course, tennis courts, bowling, a dry ski slope and the Haughton Country Park.

The village maintains a good range of shops including Coop supermarket, hotels, restaurants, cafes and takeaways. There is a health centre, modern dental practice, veterinary and pharmacy.

It is well placed for the Cairngorm National Park and access to the Lecht ski resort as well as being within easy commuting distance of Westhill, Aberdeen, Dyce and Inverurie.

Directions Travelling from Aberdeen on the A944, continue through the village and after leaving take the second turning on the left to Banchory and then next left.

Continue up the hill and the property is on the right hand side. Entrance Hall (6.86m x 3.54m) A very spacious and welcoming hallway that is the perfect introduction to this super home.

There is a very useful study area with high level window, large storage cupboard and under stair cupboard.

The fully carpeted stair with traditional wooden balustrade leads to the upper floor and the fresh white decor is finished with a neutral carpet.

Lounge (6.56m x 5.98m) This superb formal lounge of very generous proportions enjoys dual aspect including large sliding doors that flood the space with natural light and give access to the raised decking area connecting the room seamlessly with the outdoors.

Take a seat with a refreshment and enjoy the birdsong while marvelling at those impressive views.

A further feature of the lounge is the natural granite fireplace with tiled hearth and log burning stove.

Dining Room (3.67m x 3.30m) This is another dual aspect room that is flooded with natural light and boasts those breath taking open views.

With open plan access the lounge and glazed door through to the kitchen, this is the perfect spot for formal dining and entertaining. The fresh decor and neutral carpeting continues.

Dining Kitchen (3.28m x 3.20m) The contemporary kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of quality units in natural wood finish with quality co-ordinating work surfaces and splash back tiling.

The 1 1/2 bowl sink in cream has single drainer and mixer tap. Integrated Bosch fan oven, combi microwave, four ring hob with feature glass splashback and extractor fan.

The large stainless steel freestanding fridge/freezer is included in the sale and there is a useful solid oak breakfast bar ideal for informal dining.

The floor is finished in a soft white tile effect flooring.

Utility Room (2.17m x 1.90m) This very spacious utility has plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer and the modern central heating boiler is also located here.

The leaded half glass panelled door leads out to the rear courtyard and garden.

Family Bathroom (3.12m x 3.09m) A generous and very well appointed bathroom where you can escape and relax in the large corner bath, or it also offers a fully tiled cubicle with mains shower, wash hand basin and WC.

Finished with striking black and white tiling and contrasting ceramic flooring. Upper Landing (2.53m x 1.81m) A bright upper landing with Velux Window, wooden balustrade and fully fitted carpet.

Master Bedroom (4.68m x 3.92m) A very generous master that is accessed via double doors from dressing area with large Velux window providing plenty of natural light and open views.

There is ample space for free standing furniture and the room is finished with a neutral carpet. Dressing Area (3.09m x 2.60m) A delightful space with high level window and fitted cupboard.

The perfect spot for soft seating, dressing table of sofa bed for additional guests. Fresh decor and fully fitted carpet.

En Suite (2.50m x 1.74m) A well equipped en suite with fully tiled cubicle incorporating mains shower, wash hand basin and WC.

There is a storage cupboard and mirrored cabinet and the floor is finished in tile effect vinyl.

Bedroom 2 (3.90m x 3.88m) A large double bedroom with Velux window to the rear making this a very bright space.

It is currently utilised as a workroom/office and has pine fronted fitted cupboards and access to eaves storage. It is freshly decorated and has a fully fitted neutral carpet.

Bedroom 3 (4.01m x 2.86m) A generous double bedroom on the ground floor with large fitted wardrobes and space for additional furniture or seating. Fresh white decor and neutral carpeting.

Bedroom 4 (3.42m x 2.85m) A very bright and spacious double bedroom to the rear of the property with fresh white decor, triple fitted wardrobes and fully fitted neutral carpet.

Gardens Perfect for the garden lovers, this well presented, mature wrap around garden offers well rolling lawns and a wide range of mature trees, shrubs and perennials that give colour throughout the seasons.

The raised decking area is perfectly placed to sit, relax and unwind while taking in that breath taking view across beautiful Donside.

The quality cedar greenhouse and large polytunnel provide ample opportunity for the avid grow your own enthusiast and the secluded rear courtyard offers a quiet spot for that morning cuppa.

Garden This is a super well designed garden that offers everything for the keen gardener from quiet sunny seating areas, vegetable garden, cedarwood greenhouse and poly tunnel.

Wrapping around from the front to the west side is a beautiful garden that has mature lawns and a wide range of mature trees, shrubs and perennials that give colour throughout the year.

The raised decking area is perfectly placed to sit, relax and unwind while taking in that breath taking view across the glorious Donside. In addition, there is a large storage shed and log store.

Parking - Driveway The driveway leads to the single garage and offers parking for two vehicles. Parking - Garage There is a single garage with up and over door, power and light.