Maidencraig Farmhouse, Aberdeen, AB15 8PS
Offers over £545,000
Description^
An exceptional opportunity has arisen to acquire Maidencraig Farmhouse which has been completely renovated throughout to provide a spacious and comfortable family home compatible with the modern lifestyle.
Maintained to the highest of standards by the present owner, this is an ideal purchase for those looking to enjoy the benefits of a rural lifestyle yet with a full range of amenities within easy reach.
Served by oil fired central heating and full double glazing, the generous accommodation spans two floors with all rooms beautifully finished with quality fixtures and fittings. The house has charm in abundance having retained many of its period features and sits within mature gardens, surrounded by majestic trees and bounded by Maidencraig Nature Reserve.
Approaching the property, steps lead down to an attractive entrance porch which leads to the bright and welcoming hallway. The hallway in turn leads to all ground floor accommodation and a staircase leads to the upper level which consists of two bedrooms and a shower room.
With a front facing aspect, an archway leads through to the imposing formal lounge which is enhanced by high ceilings, framed by period cornices, a mid-century fireplace and stunning original arched glass panes.
Also situated to the front of the property, a guest bedroom/study can be found which could be utilised as another bedroom or equally as a further public room. The room is bright and airy with a large picture window and boasts ample storage with wall to wall wardrobes.
The traditional garden room/library is an attractive room boasting wood panelling to the walls and roof and double sliding patio doors open out onto the patio area helping bring the outdoors in.
A shower room is located on the ground floor and comprises of a walk in shower, WC and wash hand basin.
Completing the first section of the property, a staircase leads to the upper level leading to two bedrooms and a shower room. The whole of this level in split in to two spacious bedrooms and benefit from velux windows and built-in wardrobes. This space offers self-contained private quarters above the working part of the home with one of the bedrooms featuring a small kitchen area which is ideal for a teenagers den or for use when guests are visiting.
The shower room comprises of a walk in shower set into aqua panel, WC and wash hand basin.
Leading through to the rear of the property, the newly fitted kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of white base and wall units with integrated wine racks, co-ordinating work surfaces and attractive splashback tiling behind. The kitchen hosts multiple integrated appliances, all of which are to be included as part of the sale and a step leads down to the dining area which has ample space for a dining table and chairs. Double patio doors lead out the garden and allow the room to be flooded by natural light.
Worthy of mention is the fantastic family room which is located to the rear and offers a great space for entertaining and socialising.
The master bedroom completes the ground floor accommodation and boasts ample space for bedroom furniture and features a luxurious Jacuzzi bath built-in to a tiled area and a walk in wardrobe.
The stylish en suite shower room is aqua panelled and comprises of a bath with shower over, WC and wash hand basin.
The rear porch provides access to a staircase which in turn leads to an additional upper floor area which is separate from the previously noted first floor accommodation. The landing boasts further storage space with built-in cupboards and leads to two further bedrooms and a WC.
There are two great sized bedrooms located on this floor with gorgeous bay windows offering a stunning views out to the rear. A convenient WC completes the accommodation on this level.
The garden grounds surround the property and offer a high degree of privacy with the Maidencraig Nature Reserve being on the door step. The grounds include a private patio area which proves a real sun trap in those summer days, a BBQ area, drying area and lawn. The current owner has lapsed outline planning offering a development opportunity to build a four bedroom house on the grounds. There is an additional 2 1/2 acres of utility land which is available to purchase by separate negotiation.
There is a parking area for multiple cars and a detached garage with power and light is located to the front of the property.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a most enviable family home and early viewing is essential to fully appreciate the accommodation on offer.
Room dimensions^
- Lounge: 7.11m x 6.48m (23'4" x 21'3")
- Guest Bedroom/Study: 4.73m x 3.02m (15'6" x 9'11")
- Garden Room/Library: 4.67m x 3.38m (15'4" x 11'1")
- Kitchen: 6.07m x 2.77m (19'11" x 9'1")
- Dining Area: 3.05m x 2.67m (10'0" x 8'9")
- Family Room: 3.56m x 5.67m (11'8" x 18'7")
- Bedroom 1: 6.05m x 5.61m (19'10" x 18'5")
- Bedroom 2: 6.89m x 3.96m (22'7" x 13'0")
- Bedroom 3: 4.88m x 3.96m (16'0" x 13'0")
- Bedroom 4: 3.73m x 3.96m (12'3" x 13'0")
- Bedroom 5: 3.76m x 3.96m (12'4" x 13'0")
Location^
Maidencraig Farmhouse enjoys a semi rural position whilst within easy reach of local amenities including Dobbies Garden Centre, public transport services, shops and local primary schools. A wider range of amenities is provided at nearby Westhill including secondary school, excellent shopping facilities including Marks and Spencer, restaurants, swimming pool and golf course. It is also perfectly placed for the prime four business park and is en-route for the park & ride at Kingswells.
Directions^
Travel west along Queens Road and continue on to Skene Road. At the roundabout joining the A944 turn right on to Lang Stracht. Take the first right after Dobbies Garden Centre and join the slip road. Take a right and continue along this road. At the end of the slip road turn left and you will find Maidencraig Farmhouse at the end of this track.