A truly stunning detached dwellinghouse with outstanding views over the Dee Valley yet only ten minutes from the city. Set within well maintained garden grounds extending to approx one half acre the property offers extremely well proportioned and versatile living accommodation spanning three floors and would be ideally suited for those looking for a beautifully maintained home with plenty space for a growing family. The property is fully furnished to a high standard and also benefits from 16 new solar panels and 2 batteries to store energy of 5 kwh each.
Location: Ardoe is a pretty rural district which lies to the south of the city accessed along the South Deeside Road (B9077). It is a short drive from Bridge of Dee and the city centre. Easy access can be gained to all areas of the city as well as the Industrial Estates at Portlethen, Altens, Westhill, Bridge of Don and Dyce by way of the A90 or the Anderson Drive trunk route. Good shopping facilities are available at Bridge of Dee including Asda, Sainsbury's, Boots and B & Q with a wider choice in the city centre. Ardoe also has easy links to Royal Deeside which offers seasonal sports, picturesque and demanding walks and exceptional scenery. Ardoe House with restaurant, bar and spa is within easy walking distance.
In the catchment area for Banchory-Devenick Primary School and Portlethen Academy, the highly regarded private schools of The International School of Aberdeen, Albyn School, St Margaret's and Robert Gordon's are all within six miles and a straightforward drop off. Robert Gordons University is just over the Bridge.
The main door opens into the VESTIBULE with WC off; RECEPTION HALL with Amtico flooring and staircase with hardwood balustrade leading to the upper floor. Double doors in the reception hall lead to the warm and comfortable SITTING ROOM which has wooden flooring, a wood burning stove and double doors leading to the FAMILY/DINING AREA which has one step leading down to the GARDEN ROOM which enjoys breath taking 180 degree views. It has a tiled roof, wooden flooring and patio doors leading to the garden. Leading off the family/dining area is the modern KITCHEN/DINING AREA which, again, has outstanding views and fridge freezer, ceramic hob, double eye-level oven and dishwasher. The FAMILY/TV ROOM has a front aspect and provides an elegant and generous space for entertaining; good sized UTILITY ROOM with washing machine and tumble dryer and a CLOAKROOM off the rear hall to integral double garage, complete the ground floor accommodation.
Viewers will undoubtedly be impressed by the fabulous MASTER SUITE comprising LARGE DOUBLE BEDROOM with EN SUITE DRESSING AREA and SHOWER ROOM; next to the master suite is an additional DRESSING ROOM fitted with wardrobes on both walls; SHOWER ROOM; GUEST SUITE with rear aspect and lovely views over the Dee Valley, fitted storage and EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM; another further generous DOUBLE SIZED BEDROOM over the garage, BATHROOM with bath and separate shower; 2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS with fitted wardrobes.
The substantial staircase continues to the second floor where there are 2 lovely, spacious DOUBLE BEDROOMS. One room is currently used as an office and both are with fitted extensive storage and velux windows.
Internal inspection is highly recommended to fully appreciate the outstanding views, generous accommodation and comfortable ambiance this beautiful home has to offer.
External: set within superb, GARDEN GROUNDS extending to approx one half acre. The grounds enjoy outstanding views over the surrounding countryside. The garden to the front enjoys morning sunlight and has a drystone dyke, area of lawn with majestic mature trees, evergreens, rhododendrons and bluebells. A well trimmed conifer hedge is planted along the easterly border. There is a beautifully maintained and very private garden to the rear with breath taking views over the Dee Valley. It has a PAVED PATIO, a terraced shrubbery planted with numerous species and provides a riot of colour. There is an area of lawn and a mature beech hedge along the southerly perimeter. This area of garden is south westerly facing thus enjoying maximum sunlight. The westerly area of garden to the side is laid in lawn with a number of mature trees and a large timber shed. Tarred DRIVEWAY with sufficient space for several vehicles; integral DOUBLE GARAGE with remote controlled door, light and power and door leading to the rear hall.
Directions From Bridge of Dee roundabout travel west along the B9077 South Deeside Road. After approx two miles turn left at the Banchory Devenick Church. Turn first right and follow this road for one mile. Thurcroft House is on the right hand side.
The property has full LPG central heating, solar panels and double glazing. There is a mains water supply with private drainage.
510698/110/25102
Letting Agent Reg No. LARN1902017
