We are delighted to offer the opportunity to lease Miss Bristows Cottage situated only 7 mins drive from Westhill, a short drive to Prime 4 Business Park, Kingswells, AWPR and easy commute to Aberdeen and within 20 minutes to Aberdeen International Airport whilst being steeped in history and convenient to numerous facilities and outdoor pursuits.
The property is a beautiful unique Grade B listed property within Castle Fraser which is steeped in history and convenient for numerous facilities and outdoor pursuits, and boasts many original features and is set within - an acre of fully maintained garden grounds which have been thoughtfully landscaped with well tended lawns, shrubs and woodland areas and with various seating areas to enjoy the sunshine throughout the day. There is also a beautiful walk from the property through wild flower meadow which takes you to the stunning Castle Fraser itself, one of the finest stately homes in Scotland and built in 1455. The property has been thoughtfully furnished and decorated to reflect the character of the property and boasts many original features including the beautiful double glazed sash and case windows, pitch pine flooring, bespoke made from antique whiskey bonded warehouse, doors and stairs and featuring original stone walls within. Viewing is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Miss Bristows Cottage is situated - way along noted Castle Fraser beech lined avenue less than 2 miles from the picturesque village of Dunecht which offers village pub, post office, garage, petrol station and shop. Less than 4 miles in the opposite direction is the village of Kemnay which provides golf course, tennis courts, bowling green, Dr surgery, reputed pharmacy and hairdressers, award winning butcher, gym, cafe and Co Op. The cottage is the catchment to the highly regarded village primary school of Cluny School and is 7 minutes drive to Westhill for the pick up private school bus point for the International School, Robert Gordons, etc. Westhill is only 7 miles away which provides M&S, Tesco, Costco. Lidl, reputed vet practice, dentists and orthodontists, Costa Coffee, etc.
Within 5 minutes drive of the cottage are 4 of the most historic estates in Scotland - Dunecht, Castle Fraser, Cluny and Monymusk. Bennachie is in the background. Slow food movement, highly acclaimed Scottish and French/Spanish chef duo run The Grant Arms restaurant in the historic A listed village square of Monymusk, 5 minutes away. Aberdeen International Airport is 20 minute drive away and Aberdeen City is around 14 miles away.
The bustling and thriving market town of Inverurie is 15 minute drive away providing a multitude of shops and notably renowned music school teaching classical jazz, traditional, music theatre, pop and rock syllabuses from age 5 upwards.
Flexible accommodation comprises; Ornate gates give access to an extensive sweeping gravel driveway providing ample space for parking; partially glazed door leads to the RECEPTION HALLWAY and all rooms on the ground level and with staircase leading to the upper level; beautifully presented LOUNGE to the front of the property with original stone wall featuring aga woodburning fire; DINING KITCHEN with ample pine base and wall units incorporating Belfast sink, new AEG induction hob and double oven, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge and space for freezer, there is also a handy dining table and chairs; GUEST BEDROOM with ENSUITE WETROOM and fitted with 2 piece white suite.
A pitched pine staircase with wall panelling gives access to the UPPER LEVEL which is fitted with handy storage cupboard housing hot water tank and a further cupboard with rail providing extra hanging space; 3 beautiful DOUBLE BEDROOMS, with sumptuous d-cor and furnishings and a SHOWER ROOM which has been fitted with 2 piece white suite and walk in shower cubicle housing mains shower.
External; Extensive gravel driveway, double garage, - acre of landscaped garden grounds which will be fully maintained by the landlord, shed and drying green.
The property is fully insulated, double glazed and has oil central heating, It should also be noted that since May 2024 there is full fibre superfast broadband. 57938/100/07491
Letting Agent Reg No. LARN1902017
