Thornton House, Bourtie, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, AB51 0JX
Offers over £520,000
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This five bedroom detached country dwellinghouse is located in a most idyllic setting, enjoying the best of both worlds with its peaceful countryside views, yet only three miles drive from the bustling town of Inverurie.
The property has been modernised and upgraded by the current owners to combine traditional charm together with spacious, well appointed accommodation ideal for the modern family. Recent works completed include but are not limited to new sash and case windows, refurbishment of the utility room, new family bathroom and rear garden landscaping.
The home is entered into the entrance hallway, giving way to the ground floor reception rooms with a generous lounge with central 12kw wood-burning stove featuring a stone hearth and ornate surround, along with double partially glazed doors giving access to the expansive kitchen/diner/family room. Adjacent the second public room is of excellent proportions and is currently used as a games room, but has be previously been used as a formal dining room.
Continuing to the rear is the stunning kitchen, dining room and family room which are set on open plan and is the hub of the home. The room boasts extensive glazing, allowing the room to be flooded with natural light along with enviable green views. There is ample available space for segmented areas for family dining as well as an area for seating, with double doors giving direct garden access. The kitchen area has been fitted with a range of quality country-style wall, base and drawer units in contrasting tones, overlaid with oak butcher block work surfaces and finished with attractive touches including a Belfast sink, stylish tiling and peninsular unit which provides a useful breakfast bar area and additional storage. The large Everhot stove complements the county styling perfectly and is available by separate negotiation. A walk-in pantry cupboard, is fitted with light and offers excellent additional storage.
From the kitchen, access is given to the boot room with original flag stone flooring, the convenient cloakroom with two piece white suite and finally the useful utility room which is an ideal hideaway for laundry appliances. Both spaces are fitted with under floor heating, with the utility room featuring a large storage cupboard and a rear door.
Ascending to the first floor, two large double bedrooms each offer ample space for a range of free-standing furniture, with one also featuring dual aspect windows making for a beautifully bright room, which is enhanced further by the high ceilings. The other features both a large walk-in storage/linen cupboard and a large walk-in wardrobe with hanging rails and shelving. Also on this floor is the newly installed family bathroom which is fitted with a three piece suite having an electric shower over the bath. The second floor accommodation comprises three further bedrooms with velux windows as well as a contemporary shower room with white suite and large corner shower enclosure with electric shower. The largest of the three rooms boast triple aspect views over the country side and beyond to the neighbouring hills, along with a built-in cupboard.
Outside, the property is set within approximately 2 acres with a large sweeping gravel driveway providing access to the property and parking for several vehicles. A large lawn area is also situated to the front and peppered with mature bushes, shrubs and trees. The ground to the rear and side of the property boasts excellent potential, currently extensively laid to lawn but may also be suitable for equestrian purposes if desired. The area by the family room has been landscaped to include a gravelled area for outdoor dining and seating. A range of outbuildings include a single garage with double doors, a further 1.5 timber garage with adjoining shed and further timber sheds providing an abundance of outdoor storage.
Room dimensions^
- Lounge: 4.95m x 4.88m (16'3" x 16'0")
- Dining Room: 4.67m x 4.88m (15'4" x 16'0")
- Kitchen: 5.08m x 3.81m (16'8" x 12'6")
- Family/dining room: 7.22m x 3.81m (23'8" x 12'6")
- Utility Room: 5.01m x 2.54m (16'5" x 8'4")
- Bedroom 1: 4.88m x 4.88m (16'0" x 16'0")
- Bedroom 2: 4.78m x 3.38m (15'8" x 11'1")
- Bathroom: 2.97m x 1.85m (9'9" x 6'1")
- Bedroom 3: 4.07m x 4.88m (13'4" x 16'0")
- Bedroom 4: 4.55m x 2.29m (14'11" x 7'6")
- Bedroom 5: 4.55m x 2.44m (14'11" x 8'0")
- Shower Room: 2.69m x 1.7m (8'10" x 5'7")
- Shower Room: 2.77m x 1.55m (9'1" x 5'1")
Location^
The property is situated approximately three miles from the bustling town of Inverurie which benefits from excellent road and rail links making for an easy commute both north and south. The town itself enjoys a wealth of independent local shops and many supermarkets including Morrisons and Tesco. There are also excellent provisions for schooling with four reputable primary schools, one special needs school and a new secondary community campus due for completion in 2019. Currently underway are extensive improvements to the health, leisure and recreational facilities, with an expanding sports centre, trampolining centre as well as an ongoing review of improvements to infrastructure. The area is particularly convenient for access to the industrial complexes at Inverurie and Dyce as well as Aberdeen Airport.
Directions^
From Inverurie, take the Oldmeldrum road, passing the retail park and continue ahead. Exit to the right as signposted for Kingoodie. Continue ahead, taking a right at the junction. Follow the road for approximately two miles and the property is located on the right hand side.
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