5 bed detached house for sale

Castlehill Gardens, Auchenblae AB30

Impressive & luxurious 5/6 bed, 3 public detached villa set within an idyllic village location boasting beautiful countryside views! With its versatile and generous rooms, high quality kitchen, utility & bathrooms, double garage, driveway & private gardens, this great family home has so many wonderful features, it simply must be viewed to appreciate.

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Angus Council Tax Band: F EPC Band: C Tenure: Freehold



This prestigious detached villa built in 2009 and spanning an incredible 220sqm is an ideal family home and perfect spot for anyone looking for that special property with equally special views towards the Auchenblae countryside and over to Garvock. Benefitting from oil central heating, double glazing, and tasteful décor throughout. All light fittings, blinds, fitted flooring coverings and integrated appliances will be included as part of the sale. Sofas in the family room can remain if desired and the TV in the kitchen will also remain.

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Entering the front of the property, you are welcomed into a vestibule featuring carpeted flooring that flows seamlessly into the hallway. The vestibule includes a built-in coir doormat and a convenient storage cupboard, offering ample space for coats and shoes, complete with a hanging rail and shelving.

Through a half glass panel door, you enter the inner hallway, which features carpeted flooring and a wooden balustrade staircase leading to the upper accommodation. A mezzanine landing above provides an attractive outlook down into the hall. There is also ample space for additional furnishings, along with a convenient understairs storage cupboard housing the electrical fuse box and fitted shelving, ideal for additional storage.

Through half glass panel double doors, you enter a bright and spacious dual-aspect lounge, tastefully decorated and featuring carpeted flooring. A beautiful south-facing bay window to the front enjoys stunning views that need to be seen to be appreciated!

An open archway leads into the dining area, where a rear-facing window fills the space with natural light. There is ample room for dining furniture, carpeted flooring flowing from the lounge and the area could also serve as a home office or playroom.

Through a door, the kitchen can be accessed from both the hallway and the dining room. This impressive space is fitted with a modern high spec range of high-gloss base and full-height units, complemented by Corian work surfaces featuring an undermounted one-and-a-half sink with a built-in draining board and a Quooker hot tap. There is a built-in breakfast bar providing seating for up to four, while patio doors open out to the rear garden and a rear-facing window sits above the sink, allowing in plenty of natural light. Integrated appliances include an oven, combi microwave/grill, fridge freezer, dishwasher, and coffee machine, along with an induction hob and extractor hood set against a neutral splashback. The kitchen is finished with ceiling spotlights, a TV on the wall which will remain as part of the sale and attractive high-gloss tiled flooring.

Leading on from the kitchen is the utility room, fitted with matching base units and Corian work surfaces as the kitchen, along with a stainless-steel sink. There is a freestanding washing machine and under counter fridge, which can be included in the sale if desired. A rear door provides direct access to the garden. The same tiled flooring continues through, and there is a built-in storage cupboard to the rear housing the hot water cylinder, with additional shelving ideal for household items. The room also benefits from an extractor fan and a rear-facing window, allowing for ventilation and natural light, and an integral door into the double garage.

At the far end of the hallway is a WC, fitted with a wash hand basin with tiling above and a wall-mounted mirror. The room also features wood-effect flooring, a ceiling extractor fan, and a light fitting. Tastefully decorated throughout, it provides a neat and practical addition to the home.

Lastly there is a family room, which could easily be utilised as an additional 6th bedroom if required. The room currently features a two-seater and three-seater sofa, both of which can be included in the sale if desired. Positioned to the front of the property, it enjoys lovely open views and offers ample space for either bedroom or lounge furnishings. The versatility of the room also makes it well suited for use as a home office or playroom.

Upper Floor

Ascending the carpeted staircase, you reach the upper-floor accommodation, where a south facing Velux window floods the stairwell with an abundance of natural light. A ceiling hatch with a Ramsay ladder provides convenient access to the floored loft space. Additionally, there is a generously sized storage cupboard with built-in shelving, ideal for storing linen.

At the far end of the landing, positioned directly above the garage, is Bedroom 1. This bright and spacious room enjoys stunning views and an abundance of natural light. It is fully carpeted and features two sets of bi-fold door wardrobes, providing ample shelving and hanging space. There is also plenty of room for additional bedroom furnishings, while a dormer window offers an ideal space for a dressing table. The room further benefits from direct access to the en suite.

The newly modernised two-piece en suite shower room is beautifully finished with stylish wood-effect wet wall panelling. It comprises of a wash hand basin set within an oval-shaped vanity unit with storage below, complemented by a built-in LED mirror above, WC and a walk-in shower enclosure featuring a twin-head rainfall shower. An opaque Velux window provides natural light while maintaining privacy. The room is further enhanced by a Parador ceiling with spotlights, heated towel rail and an extractor fan, along with tiled flooring.

Bedroom 4 is a well-presented, neutrally decorated room featuring built-in wardrobes that provide ample shelving and hanging space. A dormer window overlooks the rear garden, allowing for plenty of natural light and is finished with carpeting flooring.

Bedroom 5/Study is a versatile room featuring a range of built-in furniture and carpeted flooring that flows through from the hallway. The space is finished with neutral décor and enjoys front-facing views. It includes a built-in desk with drawer space, cupboards, and wardrobe storage, all of which will remain as part of the sale. Ideally suited as a home office, the room could equally function as a double bedroom if required.

The next room you encounter is the family bathroom, fitted with a three-piece white suite. This includes a wash hand basin, WC, bath and a separate shower enclosure featuring a mains shower. The suite areas are finished with neutral tiling, complemented by a decorative stone border. Additional features include wall-mounted mirrors and fittings, wood effect flooring, an opaque Velux window, a ceiling extractor fan, and a spotlight positioned above the shower.

Moving on to Bedroom 2, this is a generously proportioned room enjoying a front-facing aspect with beautiful views. The room benefits from a built-in wardrobe offering ample shelving and hanging space. It is finished with grey carpeted flooring and tasteful décor, with plenty of space for a range of bedroom furnishings.

Lastly, Bedroom 3 is a tastefully decorated rear-facing room with carpeted flooring that flows through from the hallway. It features a built-in wardrobe offering ample shelving and hanging space, along with plenty of room for a range of bedroom furnishings.

Externally

To the front of the property is a shared access tarmac driveway serving only this property and one neighbouring home. The garden area is mainly laid to lawn, with a paved pathway leading to the front door and a private driveway providing off-road parking for several vehicles. On the opposite side of the shared access road is an additional area of land, exclusive to this property, bordered by hedging and grass with a couple of mature shrubs. This open space offers a pleasant outlook and is ideal for seating or further landscaping if desired.

The double garage benefits from two up-and-over doors, a side access door, and a side window providing natural light. The garage offers ample space for two vehicles, with additional room to the rear suitable for use as a workshop if desired. The boiler is housed within the garage, along with workbenches that will remain as part of the sale. There is also a pool table that can remain under separate negations if desired.

Accessed via the patio doors from the breakfasting kitchen, the rear garden offers a well-designed and spacious outdoor area. There is an initial paved patio, with a couple of steps leading up to a further patio area, providing ample space for outdoor furnishings such as a dining set and sofa seating. A paved pathway extends around the left-hand side of the property, leading to the garage side door and continuing to the rotary dryer, which will remain as part of the sale. The oil tank is discreetly positioned to the rear with paved access. The garden is fully enclosed by fencing, ensuring a high degree of privacy, and is predominantly laid to lawn, making it ideal for children and pets to enjoy safely. A raised section adds depth and character to the space, featuring a variety of mature shrubs, bushes, and trees, creating a colourful and attractive setting all year round. This area also offers potential for further landscaping, such as the addition of a raised platform if desired. Overall, the garden is generous in size, beautifully maintained, and further enhanced by the presence of two apple trees.

Room measurements

Ground Floor

Lounge: 12’7 x 18’9 (3.83m x 5.71m)

Dining Room: 12’7 x 10’1 (3.83m x 3.07m)

Kitchen: 22’4 x 10’2 (6.81m × 3.10m)

Utility Room: 5’5 x 10’2 (1.65m × 3.10m)

WC: 7’3 x 3’5 (2.21m x 1.04m)

Lounge 2: 11’10 x 13’1 (3.61m × 3.99m)



Upper Floor

Bedroom 1: 19’7 x 11’0 (5.9m x 3.35m)

En-suite: 6’2 x 8’2 (1.8 m x 2.49m)

Bedroom 4: 8’7 x 10’5 (2.62m x 3.18m)

Family Bathroom: 6’5 x 8’8 (1.96m x 2.64m)

Bedroom 2: 11’6 x 15’2 (3.51m x 4.62m)

Bedroom 5: 11’1 x 9’2 (3.38m x 2.79m)

Bedroom 3: 11’9 x 12’ (3.58m x 3.66m)



External

Garage: 18’2 x 19’7 (5.54m × 5.97m)

amenities, schools & transport links

The picturesque village of Auchenblae has a great community spirit with a village hall which is ideal for toddler childcare facilities, there is a good primary school close by, doctors, village shop and a café restaurant. In addition, Auchenblae Den has lots of outdoor activities including a football pitch, tennis courts, bowling green cycle and pump track. There is also a well-known nine-hole golf course.

Nearby Laurencekirk provides shopping and local services, together with primary and secondary schooling at the new Mearns Community Campus, along with leisure facilities. Montrose and Stonehaven provide more extensive shopping and facilities and are easily reached, while both Dundee and Aberdeen provide all that is expected of major cities. There are railway stations at Laurencekirk, Stonehaven and Montrose offering east coast mainline services to Aberdeen and the south. Aberdeen Airport is approximately 45 minutes drive time.

In summary, this home is perfect for those wanting peace, tranquillity, country living with walks and hillwalking in abundance around you.

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