House For Sale £345,000
Remax are delighted to offer for sale this unique B listed, period dwelling house, steeped in local history and full of original character. Presented in immaculate order and boasting an abundance of fine period features including original fireplaces, exposed stone walls, deep skirtings and picture rails. A real feature of note is the stunning formal lounge and dining room, originally the school classroom which reminds you of the property’s long history. Cairncoullie School House which is set amongst glorious scenery at the edge of the stunning Cairngorms National Park has been sympathetically upgraded by the current owners incorporating stylish bathrooms and contemporary dining kitchen forming the heart of this superb family home. It benefits from oil fired central heating, double glazing and wood burning stove. The generously proportioned accommodation over two floors is well presented and offers breathtaking views across the surrounding countryside. The .3 acre feu offers generous outdoor space with mature gardens, outbuildings and ample parking. Viewing is highly recommended for prospective purchasers to appreciate the property’s location and how well it is suited to modern family living.
Location
The property is situated between Muir of Fowlis and Kildrummy giving excellent access to the Cairngorm national park and all it has to offer. Alford which lies only a few miles distant is a thriving village offering a host of excellent amenities with both primary and secondary schooling and a Community Campus providing a nursery, primary school, academy, swimming pool and community library. Additional recreation activities include a golf course, tennis, bowling, a dry ski slope and the Haughton Country Park. Only 15 miles away is The Lecht ski centre where there is seasonal skiing and snowboarding.
Accommodation
Entrance hall, sitting room, lounge/dining room, dining kitchen, utility room, shower room, rear hall, 5 bedrooms and bathroom.
Directions
Travelling from Aberdeen on the A944 Alford road, pass through Tillyfourie and take the next left towards Tough, Muir of Fowlis. Continue for approximately 3 miles and at the cross roads turn right. On entering Muir of Fowlis take the next left and continue on this road for approximately 5 miles. Turn right for Miltown of Kildrummy and the property is a short distance on the right hand side.
Entrance Hall (9' 5'' x 7' 1'' (2.88m x 2.15m))
A solid hardwood door leads into the welcoming and spacious hallway. The carpeted stair leads to the upper floor and has a feature curved wrought iron and wood balustrade. The under stair cupboard provides useful storage.
Sitting Room
A comfortable room with large picture window to the front of the property and feature alcove. It gives access to the rear hall and kitchen and is decorated in period colours.
Dining Kitchen (17' 1'' x 11' 1'' (5.21m x 3.38m))
A superb space that is the perfect mix of traditional and modern finishes. There is a vaulted timber clad ceiling, traditional sash windows framed in natural wood with feature window seat and exposed granite wall with large fireplace incorporating a red Aga. It is fitted with a wide range of contemporary wall and base units in soft blue with contrasting dark wood effect work surfaces. The large modern stainless steel sink and drainer has chrome mixer and there is space for the dishwasher. There is a double oven with large induction hob. The double doors lead out to the rear garden and the floor is beautifully finished in polished flag stones.
Utility Room (11' 1'' x 7' 3'' (3.38m x 2.20m))
A superb utility with units matching the kitchen, solid wood work surfaces, belfast sink with flexi tap, plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer. Another feature is the full length larder with sliding door. The floor is fitted with stone coloured vinyl.
Rear Hall (20' 0'' x 13' 3'' (6.1m x 4.04m))
The original school entrance, this is a large bright space with feature high level window and wood panelling to dado height. You can imagine the hustle and bustle of children arriving here of a morning and hanging their coats before entering the classroom for the day. It is decorated in period colours, there is a large storage cupboard and the floor is finished in a mix of flagstones and carpet.
Lounge/Dining Room (33' 2'' x 18' 6'' (10.1m x 5.63m))
Double oak doors lead from the hallway into this large reception room that was the former school classroom. This truly impressive room has a vaulted ceiling, enjoys a triple aspect and is flooded with natural light. Particular features of this room are the two exposed stone walls and fireplace with solid oak mantle and log burning stove set upon a granite hearth. This room provides space for lounge and dining furniture and is perfect for those large family gatherings or formal entertaining.
Shower Room (9' 5'' x 8' 5'' (2.88m x 2.57m))
A perfectly placed downstairs shower room with fully aqua panelled cubicle incorporating a mains shower, stylish wash hand basin on a wooden stand with slate top and concealed cistern WC. There are mirrored wall mounted cabinets and a storage cupboard. The floor is finished in natural slate tiling.
Bedroom 3 (14' 5'' x 12' 10'' (4.40m x 3.91m))
Conveniently located on the ground floor and enjoying a dual aspect this is a spacious room with a feature being the open granite fireplace with wooden mantle and stone hearth. The small window to the side still maintains its original wooden shutters and the room is finished with a fully fitted neutral carpet.
Bedroom 1 (14' 5'' x 12' 10'' (4.40m x 3.91m))
A large upstairs bedroom with dormer window to the front providing stunning views. The traditional fireplace has painted mantle and cast iron insert. The room is tastefully decorated and has a fully fitted neutral carpet.
Bedroom 2 (14' 4'' x 11' 5'' (4.36m x 3.47m))
A bright and spacious double bedroom with dormer window to the front, and fully fitted carpet.
Bedroom 4 (11' 7'' x 9' 3'' (3.53m x 2.83m))
Currently used as a home office this is a good sized room that offers open views over the rear garden. Original fireplace with painted mantle and stone hearth.
Bathroom (9' 5'' x 8' 5'' (2.88m x 2.57m))
Fitted with a matching 3 piece white suite comprising WC, period style pedestal wash hand basin and feature free-standing roll top bath with hand held shower head. There are two fitted storage cupboards, mirrored wall cabinet and bleached wood effect vinyl flooring.
Outside
The large driveway leads up to a large parking area with space for a large number of vehicles.
Outbuildings
To the rear of the property is a large timber storage shed and to the side is log storage and two further large timber sheds.
Gardens
Due to its location this property enjoys natural sunlight all through the day. The gardens to the front are laid with mature lawns and flower beds containing a wide range of perennials providing lots of colour.
To the back is a very private and peaceful haven with beautiful lawn and sitting area. You are spoilt for choice with this property. Sit anywhere and you can enjoy breathtaking scenery.
Location
The property is situated between Muir of Fowlis and Kildrummy giving excellent access to the Cairngorm national park and all it has to offer. Alford which lies only a few miles distant is a thriving village offering a host of excellent amenities with both primary and secondary schooling and a Community Campus providing a nursery, primary school, academy, swimming pool and community library. Additional recreation activities include a golf course, tennis, bowling, a dry ski slope and the Haughton Country Park. Only 15 miles away is The Lecht ski centre where there is seasonal skiing and snowboarding.
Accommodation
Entrance hall, sitting room, lounge/dining room, dining kitchen, utility room, shower room, rear hall, 5 bedrooms and bathroom.
Directions
Travelling from Aberdeen on the A944 Alford road, pass through Tillyfourie and take the next left towards Tough, Muir of Fowlis. Continue for approximately 3 miles and at the cross roads turn right. On entering Muir of Fowlis take the next left and continue on this road for approximately 5 miles. Turn right for Miltown of Kildrummy and the property is a short distance on the right hand side.
Entrance Hall (9' 5'' x 7' 1'' (2.88m x 2.15m))
A solid hardwood door leads into the welcoming and spacious hallway. The carpeted stair leads to the upper floor and has a feature curved wrought iron and wood balustrade. The under stair cupboard provides useful storage.
Sitting Room
A comfortable room with large picture window to the front of the property and feature alcove. It gives access to the rear hall and kitchen and is decorated in period colours.
Dining Kitchen (17' 1'' x 11' 1'' (5.21m x 3.38m))
A superb space that is the perfect mix of traditional and modern finishes. There is a vaulted timber clad ceiling, traditional sash windows framed in natural wood with feature window seat and exposed granite wall with large fireplace incorporating a red Aga. It is fitted with a wide range of contemporary wall and base units in soft blue with contrasting dark wood effect work surfaces. The large modern stainless steel sink and drainer has chrome mixer and there is space for the dishwasher. There is a double oven with large induction hob. The double doors lead out to the rear garden and the floor is beautifully finished in polished flag stones.
Utility Room (11' 1'' x 7' 3'' (3.38m x 2.20m))
A superb utility with units matching the kitchen, solid wood work surfaces, belfast sink with flexi tap, plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer. Another feature is the full length larder with sliding door. The floor is fitted with stone coloured vinyl.
Rear Hall (20' 0'' x 13' 3'' (6.1m x 4.04m))
The original school entrance, this is a large bright space with feature high level window and wood panelling to dado height. You can imagine the hustle and bustle of children arriving here of a morning and hanging their coats before entering the classroom for the day. It is decorated in period colours, there is a large storage cupboard and the floor is finished in a mix of flagstones and carpet.
Lounge/Dining Room (33' 2'' x 18' 6'' (10.1m x 5.63m))
Double oak doors lead from the hallway into this large reception room that was the former school classroom. This truly impressive room has a vaulted ceiling, enjoys a triple aspect and is flooded with natural light. Particular features of this room are the two exposed stone walls and fireplace with solid oak mantle and log burning stove set upon a granite hearth. This room provides space for lounge and dining furniture and is perfect for those large family gatherings or formal entertaining.
Shower Room (9' 5'' x 8' 5'' (2.88m x 2.57m))
A perfectly placed downstairs shower room with fully aqua panelled cubicle incorporating a mains shower, stylish wash hand basin on a wooden stand with slate top and concealed cistern WC. There are mirrored wall mounted cabinets and a storage cupboard. The floor is finished in natural slate tiling.
Bedroom 3 (14' 5'' x 12' 10'' (4.40m x 3.91m))
Conveniently located on the ground floor and enjoying a dual aspect this is a spacious room with a feature being the open granite fireplace with wooden mantle and stone hearth. The small window to the side still maintains its original wooden shutters and the room is finished with a fully fitted neutral carpet.
Bedroom 1 (14' 5'' x 12' 10'' (4.40m x 3.91m))
A large upstairs bedroom with dormer window to the front providing stunning views. The traditional fireplace has painted mantle and cast iron insert. The room is tastefully decorated and has a fully fitted neutral carpet.
Bedroom 2 (14' 4'' x 11' 5'' (4.36m x 3.47m))
A bright and spacious double bedroom with dormer window to the front, and fully fitted carpet.
Bedroom 4 (11' 7'' x 9' 3'' (3.53m x 2.83m))
Currently used as a home office this is a good sized room that offers open views over the rear garden. Original fireplace with painted mantle and stone hearth.
Bathroom (9' 5'' x 8' 5'' (2.88m x 2.57m))
Fitted with a matching 3 piece white suite comprising WC, period style pedestal wash hand basin and feature free-standing roll top bath with hand held shower head. There are two fitted storage cupboards, mirrored wall cabinet and bleached wood effect vinyl flooring.
Outside
The large driveway leads up to a large parking area with space for a large number of vehicles.
Outbuildings
To the rear of the property is a large timber storage shed and to the side is log storage and two further large timber sheds.
Gardens
Due to its location this property enjoys natural sunlight all through the day. The gardens to the front are laid with mature lawns and flower beds containing a wide range of perennials providing lots of colour.
To the back is a very private and peaceful haven with beautiful lawn and sitting area. You are spoilt for choice with this property. Sit anywhere and you can enjoy breathtaking scenery.
