9, Bowbutts Brae, Banchory, AB31 6PG

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We are delighted to offer for sale this spacious five-bedroom detached family home, ideally situated in the peaceful village of Strachan, just five minutes from Banchory.

The property has recently been painted throughout and benefits from new carpets, hardwood flooring and Starlink, with the satellite dish and router included in the sale.

Our client is motivated to sell, presenting an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a substantial family home in a desirable rural setting.

The welcoming hallway leads to the generous ground floor accommodation, including a well-equipped dining kitchen with oak units, integrated appliances and an open-plan dining/family area overlooking the rear garden.

The spacious lounge also enjoys garden views, while a formal dining room, currently used as an additional bedroom, offers excellent flexibility. A utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor.

Upstairs, five double bedrooms all benefit from built-in wardrobes.

The principal bedroom features an en-suite bathroom and separate dressing room, while bedrooms two and three share a Jack and Jill shower room. A family bathroom completes the accommodation.

The property benefits from oil central heating and full double glazing.

Strachan offers a peaceful rural setting while being within easy reach of Banchory and its excellent range of schools, shops, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities.

The surrounding area provides an abundance of countryside walks and attractions, including Scolty Hill, the Falls of Feugh and Crathes Castle.

Aberdeen is approximately 30 minutes away by car, with convenient access to Westhill, Dyce and the awpr.

Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the generous and versatile accommodation on offer. EPC rating: C.

Vestibule (1.97m x 1.47m (6'6" x 4'10")) Welcoming vestibule featuring a solid timber entrance door with glazed panels, hardwood flooring and radiator.

A pendant light provides illumination, while a part-glazed timber door leads through to the main entrance hallway.

Entrance Hallway Bright and welcoming entrance hallway featuring neutral décor, attractive hardwood flooring and a generous layout providing access to all ground floor accommodation.

The space benefits from radiator heating and recessed downlighting, with a timber staircase providing access to the upper floor.

WC A useful separate WC featuring a WC and pedestal wash hand basin, with a tiled splashback and radiator.

The room benefits from a frosted double-glazed window providing natural light and ventilation, together with tiled flooring and ceiling lighting.

Lounge (6.03m x 4.08m (19'9" x 13'5")) A bright and generously proportioned lounge featuring neutral décor, attractive hardwood flooring and excellent natural light.

French doors provide direct access to the rear garden, complemented by a further side-facing window.

The room offers ample space for a range of furniture and benefits from two radiators, pendant lighting and a part-glazed timber door providing access to the hallway.

Dining Kitchen (7.54m x 3.9m (24'9" x 12'10")) A spacious and well-appointed dining kitchen featuring an extensive range of oak wall, base and drawer units, complemented by dark work surfaces and tiled splashbacks.

All built-in integrated appliances are to remain.

The generous layout incorporates a breakfast bar with seating and a dedicated dining area, creating a sociable space ideal for family living and entertaining.

Large windows overlook the rear garden, while glazed patio doors provide direct access to the garden. Finished with tiled flooring, recessed downlighting and radiator heating.

Utility Room (2.7m x 1.8m (8'10" x 5'11")) Convenient utility room accessed directly from the dining kitchen, fitted with matching oak base units, dark work surfaces and tiled splashback.

A stainless-steel sink with mixer tap is positioned beneath the worktop, with space and plumbing for appliances.

The room benefits from tiled flooring, radiator heating and a solid timber external door with glazed panel providing direct access to the side of the property.

Dining Room (3.6m x 3.04m (11'10" x 10'0")) Well-proportioned formal dining room featuring neutral décor and attractive hardwood flooring.

A large window provides excellent natural light and pleasant views towards the front of the property.

The room offers ample space for a family dining table and additional furniture, with radiator heating and pendant lighting completing the space.

Upper Hallway / Landing (4.3m x 4.2m (14'1" x 13'9")) A spacious upper hallway reached via a carpeted staircase, featuring neutral décor and a fitted carpet.

The galleried landing provides access to all five bedrooms and bathrooms, with attractive timber balustrading overlooking the staircase.

The hallway benefits from radiator heating and recessed downlighting.

Master Bedroom (4.2m x 3.66m (13'9" x 12'0")) A generously proportioned master bedroom featuring neutral décor, fitted carpet and excellent natural light from the large front-facing window.

The room provides ample space for a range of bedroom furniture and benefits from radiator heating and pendant lighting.

Access is provided to both the en-suite bathroom and separate dressing room, offering excellent additional convenience and storage.

En Suite (2.2m x 1.58m (7'3" x 5'2")) Well-appointed en-suite bathroom featuring a three-piece suite comprising a bath with shower over, wash hand basin set within a vanity unit and WC.

The room is finished with attractive tiled walls and floor, with a glazed shower screen, chrome heated towel rail and recessed downlighting. A frosted window provides natural light and ventilation.

Bedroom Two (4.85m x 3.7m (15'11" x 12'2")) A spacious double bedroom featuring attractive blue décor, fitted carpet and excellent natural light from the front-facing window, enjoying pleasant views over the surrounding area.

The room offers ample space for a range of bedroom furniture and includes built-in double wardrobes providing excellent storage.

Access is also provided to the Jack and Jill shower room, shared with Bedroom 3. Radiator heating and pendant lighting complete the room.

Jack & Jill Shower Room (3.4m x 1.64m (11'2" x 5'5")) Well-appointed Jack and Jill shower room with separate access from both Bedroom 2 and Bedroom 3.

The front section features two wash hand basins set within a vanity unit, while a further enclosed area houses the WC and separate shower cubicle.

Finished with tiled flooring and walls, the room also benefits from recessed downlighting, radiator heating and a frosted window providing natural light.

Bedroom 3 (4.2m x 3.1m (13'9" x 10'2")) A spacious double bedroom featuring neutral décor, fitted carpet and excellent natural light from the large rear-facing window.

The room offers ample space for a range of bedroom furniture and benefits from built-in wardrobes providing excellent storage.

Access is also provided to the Jack and Jill shower room, shared with Bedroom 2. Radiator heating and pendant lighting complete the room.

Bedroom 4 (4.04m x 3.59m (13'3" x 11'9")) A bright and well-proportioned double bedroom featuring neutral décor, fitted carpet and excellent natural light from a large multi-pane window to the rear of the property.

The room provides ample space for a double bed and additional furniture, with a built-in wardrobe providing excellent storage.

Further features include radiator heating, ceiling lighting and multiple power points.

Bedroom 5 (2.9m x 2.4m (9'6" x 7'10")) A comfortable and versatile bedroom featuring neutral décor, fitted carpet and excellent natural light from two double-glazed windows.

The room offers ample space for a single or additional double bedroom, with a built-in wardrobe providing excellent storage. Further features include radiator heating and ceiling lighting.

Bathroom (2.99m x 1.99m (9'10" x 6'6")) A spacious family bathroom featuring a separate bath and enclosed shower cubicle, together with a WC and wash hand basin set within a fitted vanity unit providing useful storage.

The room is finished with tiled walls, contrasting floor tiles and a chrome heated towel rail.

Further features include recessed ceiling lighting, a frosted double-glazed window and practical wall-mounted fittings.

External A lock-block driveway provides ample off-street parking for several vehicles and leads to the double garage.

The front garden is mainly laid to lawn and enjoys a south-facing aspect, while the private rear garden is also predominantly laid to lawn and features a patio area, ideal for outdoor seating and entertaining.