River Cottage, Mill Of Haugh, Strachan, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 6LQ

Designed and built to an exceptional standard approximately 20 years ago, this superb home incorporates high specification finishes and has been maintained and presented to an excellent standard by the current owners.

With magnificent views over the surrounding countryside, the property is located close to the rural hamlet of Strachan which is only some 3 miles from the thriving Royal Deeside town of Banchory. Set in approximately 1.4 acre of garden grounds, this property offers a unique opportunity for those looking for a substantial family home in the area.

Internally the accommodation comprises entrance hallway which features a grand, curved, solid oak staircase, boot room, cloakroom and utility room. A particular highlight of the home is the open plan lounge, dining room and kitchen. The lounge area features a vaulted ceiling, an exposed stone wall with attractive inset gas stove and two sets of French doors leading out to the gardens. The dining area offers ample space for formal furniture. The impressive kitchen has been fitted with an excellent range of quality cabinets and integrated appliances and features a central island unit offering additional storage. A large walk-in pantry is fully shelved. There is a ground floor bedroom which currently serves as a TV room but could easily serve as a playroom or family room if desired. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a generous games room with sliding doors offering direct access to the gardens and driveway. A staircase from the games room leads up to a large, well presented bedroom with ensuite shower room. The games room with bedroom above could easily serve as a self contained accommodation for guests or extended family if required with minimal alteration.

The oak staircase from the entrance hall ascends to the first floor landing which in turn provides access to two further bedrooms. The principal bedroom is beautifully presented and offers outstanding views over the surrounding countryside via the gable end French doors and wrought iron balcony. The room further enjoys the luxury of a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom with roll top, claw foot bath and walk-in shower. A further large bedroom also commands superb garden views and benefits from an ensuite shower room.

Externally the property is accessed via electrically operated gates with a large loc-bloc driveway providing ample parking and turning space. The detached triple garage features remote controlled up and over doors, power, light and water. An external staircase leads to the annex accommodation which includes hallway with built-in storage, two double bedrooms and a bathroom with three-piece suite.

The garden grounds are mainly laid to lawn and feature fruit trees, mature trees and attractive shrub beds. A pergola style, paved pathway leads through the garden to the impressive octagonal summerhouse / sitooterie to the south of the plot which is of a solid granite construction with a double glazed timber frame beneath a pitched and slated roof. This versatile building has a beautifully vaulted ceiling and is adjacent to the Water of Dye offering uninterrupted views. A perfect spot for entertaining and family gatherings. An elevated, paved patio overlooks the river. There is a further timber summerhouse which will remain.

The property is served by oil fired central heating with under floor heating on the ground floor and radiators elsewhere. Double glazing throughout with mains water and private drainage.

This exceptional property should be viewed to be fully appreciated and therefore early enquiries are recommended to avoid disappointment.