5 bed detached house for sale

Bynach, Inchmarlo, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31

Seldom does the opportunity arise to acquire a property of this calibre in a highly sought after location and therefore we are delighted to present for sale 'Bynach'.

This contemporary home has been designed and built to the highest of standards with flexible and versatile accommodation spanning two floors.

Set within generous garden grounds extending to approximately one-third of an acre, the property enjoys far reaching views over the former Inchmarlo Golf Course, Scolty Hill and the Deeside countryside beyond. Whilst enjoying this idyllic location, the property is only minutes from the thriving town of Banchory.

Internally, the accommodation comprises entrance vestibule and hallway with excellent built-in storage facilities, formal lounge with attractive wood burning stove and family room which could easily serve as a play room, dining room or TV/cinema room if desired. A particular highlight of this home is the dining kitchen which has been designed and fitted by 'Drumoak Kitchens'. Premium Siemens integrated appliances include oven with warming drawer, steam oven, combination microwave oven and induction hob with extractor. A corner-set larder cupboard provides additional storage. A freestanding American-style fridge freezer is included. A granite-topped peninsula island provides a sociable breakfast bar, while the adjoining dining area comfortably accommodates more formal family dining. Set on semi-open plan with the dining kitchen is the impressive sun lounge. This superb addition to the property with full-height triple glazing on two sides, a feature pitched roof light and patio doors to the garden, offers uninterrupted views over the grounds and countryside beyond. There is a ground floor guest bedroom as well as a spacious home office. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a convenient utility room and modern shower room.

On the first floor, the galleried upper landing provides access to the remaining bedrooms, family room and bathroom. The principal bedroom suite enjoys a rear-facing garden aspect and features a dressing room with extensive storage and a front-facing window capturing beautiful countryside views. The luxurious en-suite shower room, designed by 'Concept Bathrooms' includes twin sinks set on an elm wood worktop with heated mirrors above, a large walk-in rainfall shower with separate attachment, WC, heated towel rail and underfloor heating. An inner hall creates a study nook. This leads to a large Games Room / Playroom which features triple windows offering wonderful open views to Scolty Hill. This room could easily serve as a further large double bedroom. There are a further three, good sized double bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Externally the driveway provides ample parking and turning space for several vehicles and includes an EV charging point. The beautifully landscaped rear garden features an extensive lawn, high hedging and mature trees for privacy and a traditional stone dyke boundary. A sunny paved patio offers ideal space for outdoor furniture while a charming summerhouse sits at an elevated level, perfectly placed to take in the uninterrupted views up Royal Deeside. This would be an ideal space for a cabin for home working, or a hot tub if desired. External sockets, an outdoor tap, shed, summerhouse, trampoline and a robot mower system add further convenience.

A sizeable additional plot to the front-side of the property has received positive pre-planning feedback for an annexe building (home office, workshop, garage, ancillary accommodation or holiday let), offering excellent development potential. Planning permission for a garage has previously been obtained on this site (now expired).

This impressive property further benefits from a recently installed air source heat pump with a six-year warranty, ensuring efficiency and comfort all year round. The property has been given a comparatively low EPC rating of B. There is underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and in all bathrooms, and radiators on the first floor. High-specification finishes include Nordan doors and double and triple glazing.

Internal inspection is highly recommended to fully appreciate the standard of accommodation offered.