Property For Sale in Station Road, Banchory
Offers in Excess of £750,000

Holly Burton of RE/MAX Evolution is proud to present this exceptional opportunity to acquire this stunning period home situated in the sought after town of Banchory, the heart of Royal Deeside. This impressive property has been beautifully extended and upgraded to the highest standards, offering versatile accommodation for a large family, multi-generational living or even for B & B potential. The extension and upgrades were completed in 2015 to a high standard, resulting in an EPC rating of C. The home is beautifully presented in a neutral, tasteful manner with contemporary interior doors, skirtings and door facings, and period details throughout.

The property is accessed via a sweeping gated driveway and surrounded by a lovely fully enclosed garden featuring lawns, mature trees and on the south side, a secluded patio area to sit.

Viewers will not fail to be impressed by the interior finish, exceptional space, and enviable location of this superb family home, and interior viewing is an absolute must to fully appreciate its appeal.

Accommodation

The accommodation of Arbeadie House comprises of:

Ground floor - Entrance hall, living room, sunroom, master bedroom with en-suite, shower room, utility room, wet room, cloakroom with WC, bedroom/office.

First floor - Family room/dining area/kitchen on open plan, four bedrooms, two family bathrooms.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall
Accessed via an external Nordan security door, this impressive reception hall opens into a bright, welcoming space. Two double width built-in storage cupboards. Karndean Van Gough walnut flooring. Double height ceiling turned staircase leading to the upper floor. The hall provides access to the living room, utility room and master bedroom.

Living Room
This beautifully presented, spacious room features large dual aspect windows flooding the space with natural light. Feature fireplace with carved wooden mantle and stone hearth. Ornate alcoves with shelving. Full height wood panelling on one wall.

Rear Hall
The rear hall gives access to the sunroom and secondary staircase to the upper level kitchen/dining/family room.  Large built-in, fully shelved storage pantry.

Sunroom
Another beautiful reception room, bright and welcoming with large windows on all sides, the room is mainly south facing , flooding the space with natural light.  Large Velux window above and glazed door leading to the patio.

Master Bedroom
A large bedroom with dual aspect windows providing lovely views across the rear and side gardens.  Two large walk-in wardrobes and a separate dressing area.  Feature shelved alcove.  Door to en-suite.

Walk-in Wardrobe 1
A large walk-in wardrobe, fitted with hanging rails and multiple shelved units with part glazed door storage units below.

Walk-in Wardrobe 2
A large walk-in wardrobe, fitted with hanging rails and multiple shelved units.

En-suite Shower Room
Striking, semi-tiled en-suite shower room fitted with a white WC with concealed cistern in a separate cubicle.  His and her wall hung vanity units with wash basins.  Fitted wall mounted demisting illuminated mirrors above vanity units.  Tile splash-backs above the wash basins, fully tiled double width shower enclosure fitted with mains powered shower, and glass screen.  Wall mounted shelved storage cupboards.  Large window and smaller window in the WC cubicle.  Karndean Van Gough tiled flooring.  Under flooring heating.

Utility Room
Conveniently located on the lower level, this bright and very spacious utility room has fitted wall and base units with grey laminate worktops and tiled splashbacks.  1.5 bowl stainless steel sink.  Plumbed for automatic washing machine, and space for tumble dryer.  Van Gough walnut flooring.  Fully glazed security door to the rear garden.

Cloakroom WC
Fitted with a white WC and pedestal wash basin.  Chrome wall mounted ladder radiator.  Opaque window.  Extractor fan.  Karndean Van Gough tiled flooring.

Wet Room
A large fully tiled shower room fitted with mains powered shower.  Extractor fan.

Lower Guest Bedroom
Accessed via the utility room, this bright double bedroom has dual aspect windows overlooking the side and rear gardens.  Karndean Van Gough tiled flooring.

Upper Floor

Upper Hall
Accessed  via a turned staircase with oak handrails, the very spacious 'L' shaped galleried landing has large twin Velux windows in the vaulted ceiling flooding the space with natural light.  This space leads to the kitchen/dining/family room, both family bathrooms and the four upper bedrooms.  Karndean Van Gough walnut flooring.

Kitchen/Dining/Family Room
Undoubtebly the 'hub' of the home is this superbly appointed kitchen/dining/family room, a fabulous open-plan space where several windows flood the area with natural light.  The beautifully designed kitchen borrows high functionality and streamlined surfaces from the modernist design.  The kitchen area boasts high spec wall and base units in Pronorm Proline grey and cream complemented by Corian Cameo white work surfacs and mosaic splashback.  The central island which incorporates a 5-burner induction hob, multiple storage units, has breakfast bar seating for informal dining.  High-end appliances to remain include, John Lewis larder fridge, tall freezer, warming drawer, combi microwave/oven and single oven, Neff dishwasher, Siemens induction hob, Luxair ceiling extractor fan and Carron Seraphina boiling water tap.  Karndean Van Gough walnut flooring.  Staircase descending to the rear hall offering a great flow to the upper accomodation.

Dining Area
On open plan with the kitchen and family room, this is a large bright spacious dining area with ample space for a large table and 8 chairs for formal entertaining.  Windows overlooking the side of the property flooding the space with natural light.  Karndean Van Gough walnut flooring.

Family Room
This versitile family area/lounge has dual aspect windows overlooking the front and side of the property. Feature fireplace and slate hearth.  Karndean Van Gough walnut flloring.

Family Bathroom 1
Semi-tiled bathroom featuring ceiling recessed down-lighters and Velux window.  Contemporary three-piece suite comprising, wall hung WC with recessed cistern, built-in vanity with wash basin, P shaped bath unit with electric powered shower, and glass screen.  Tiled around the bath.  Wall mounted chrome ladder central heating radiator.  Karndean Van Gough walnut flooring.  Extractor fan.

Bedroom/Office
Currently being used as a study, this bedroom has space for a variey of bedroom furniture.  Large window overlooking the side of the property.  The room is finished in fresh neutral decor with the original wood floorboards.

Rear Upper Hall
Bright hall with vaulted ceiling and triple Velux windows providing plenty of natural light.  The hall gives access to the family bathroom 2 and the three upper bedrooms.  Large built-in storage cupboard.  Karndean Van Gough walnut flooring.

Family Bathroom 2
Luxurious, semi-tiled shower room fitted with a contemporary 4 piece suite comprising; white wall hung WC, built-in shelved vanity unit with wash basin and chrome mono-bloc tap, fully tiled double width shower enclousure fitted with mains powered shower and glass screen, white double ended bath unit with side valves and freeflow bath filler with hand held shower head.  Co-ordinating tiled splash-back above the wash basin, wall mounted ladder towel rail radiator.  Karndean Van Gough tiled flooring.

Bedroom 4 
A spacious room with a large window overlooking the rear of the property.  Double built-in wardrobes with contemporary doors, fitted rails and shelving.

Bedroom 5
A further spacious bedroom flooded with natural light from a large window overlooking the rear of the property.  Double built-in wardrobes with contemporary doors, fitted rails and shelving.

Bedroom 6
A good sized double bedroom with a large window overlooking the front of the property.  Double built-in wardrobe with oak doors, fitted rails and shelving.  Single built-in wardrobe with oak door, fitted rails and shelving.

Exterior

Double Garage - 7.35m x 5.86m
This impressive double garage is located to the side of the house underneath the upper bedrooms.  The garage is very spacious, with a multitude of shelved units and wall hanging storage, and sealed concrete floors, this could well be used a a utility workshop or garage for a classic car enthusiast.  It has 2 x remote control Hormann sectional garage doors, power, light and water.  Access door to the lower hall.

Garden
The woodland and garden patios are a key feature of this charming property.  A gated, fully tarred sweeping driveway leads to the parking area with space for several cars and gives access to the integral double garage.  The gardens are fully enclosed by a high wall offering an air of exclusivity, privacy and security, along with providing a safe place for children or dogs to play.  Lawns with beautifully planted beds and borders and mature trees on all sides of the property.  The extensive front garden has seating areas and a garden shed.  To the left of the house, a paved pathway leads to a wooden gate accesssing the external pavement and continues to the rear gardens.  The rear gardens are mainly laid to lawn with paved pathway leading from the front of the property to the area housing the hot-tub, the perfect place to relax in the sun.  A fully glazed security door from the utility room area leads to the large south facing patio area to the rear of the proeprty, a great space for entertaining and alfresco dining, it also provides a tranquil are for sitting and relaxing in the summer months.  There is a limestoned paved area especially set up for table tennis.  The side of the property has a limestone paved patio off the sunlounge with retractable awning, which provides the perfect place for an alfresco breakfast or just a place to relax and unwind listening to the wildlife that this well considered garden attracts.  There is also a private pathway leading to the King George public park.

Services

Water: Mains
Drainage: Mains
Heating: Gas central heating with high efficency gas boiler
Electricity: Mains electricity

All rooms are wired with television and telephone data sockets

EPC - Band C                           Council Tax - Band H

Location

The highly sought after and well regarded town of Banchory is situated in the heart of Royal Deeside and rises elegantly from the banks of the River Dee.  The village boasts excellent schools with a wide range of local amenities.  Along with a variety of shops, restaurants, and Raemoir Garden Centre within walking distance there are also hotels, library, health centre, dentists, golf course, and driving range.  The area is rich in local history and outdoor pursuits right on your doorstep.  Walking and cycling along the Deeside Way, canoeing and fishing in the sparkling waters of the River Dee, skiing and many more sporting activities are available in the surrounding area.  There are two highly regarded primary schools and renowned academy.  Aberdeen is within easy commuting distance and many popular Aberdeenshire villages less than a 40 minute drive from Banchory.

To arrange to view this exceptional property, please contact Holly Burton.  07942 014333

Formal offers are invited, and should be submitted to hburton@remax-scotland.com