5 bed detached house for sale

15 St Leonards Court, Forres IV36

15 St Leonards Court

A beautifully presented 5-bedroom, 2 reception room, 3-bathroom detached Tulloch-built family home situated in one of the most sought-after neighbourhoods of Forres. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac with direct access to the fantastic walking routes and cycle trails of Sanquhar Woods and the peaceful surrounds of Sanquhar Loch, yet within walking distance to all the amenities of town, including independent shops, cafes, leisure and medical provision, schools and transport links. Throughout this delightful house, many bespoke design features such as timber slat partitions, column radiators and impressive mirror use in the bathroom, demonstrate individuality and attention to detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation is across four floors, with the home office/bedroom 5, utility room and access to the double garage on the lower ground floor; entrance hallway, dining room, dining kitchen, two double bedrooms and a shower room at ground floor level. The living room and ensuite double bedroom occupy the first floor; the uppermost floor is dedicated to the principal suite, comprising double bedroom, sitting room/dressing room and shower room.

Entry to the property is through a glazed front door with glazed side screens into a welcoming vestibule, leading into the main hallway. The hallway has a very pretty, vaulted ceiling with wood panelling set at a stylish angle. The hallway is filled with natural light and provides access to all ground floor accommodation.

The wonderful semi-open plan dining room is a gorgeous entertaining space, with a front facing window, calming neutral tones and lovely timber slat partitions. With sufficient space for a table seating 8, the dining room occupies a very central place for family living. Further along the ground floor hallway, two double bedrooms are reached, one of which has a front-facing window and the other looks out to the rear garden. Both have spacious built-in storage. The fully tiled shower room beyond these bedrooms is bright, fresh and contains a 3-piece white suite comprising WC, washbasin inset to cabinets and a shower enclosure housing a rainfall shower with hand attachment, plus handy folding seat. Mirrors are used to great effect at ground level and ceiling level to add that special touch of luxury and light enhancement.

The kitchen has a modern aesthetic of teal-grey and white glossed cabinetry and beautiful blue splashback tiles. Additional features include integrated oven, heating drawer, gas hob and extractor, as well as space for a breakfast table. The patio doors leading out to the rear garden suggests ease of transition between indoor and outdoor dining. From the kitchen, steps lead down to the lower ground floor, where the utility room and home office are located.

The utility room has space and plumbing for a washing machine and dryer, a sink and storage. The spacious office has thoughtfully placed wall shelves, a long bench-type desk and two high level windows bringing in light. The office could equally be purposed as an additional double bedroom. Door to garage from lower ground floor.

On the upper ground floor level, the generous lounge has a superb balcony overlooking the front garden; a very useable space with double glazed sliding doors. A recessed wood burning stove in the lounge brings cosy ambience. The double, ensuite bedroom on this level has a large East-facing window and built-in wardrobes with sliding mirror doors. A door leads into the gorgeous ensuite bathroom which contains a 3-piece white suite comprising WC, washbasin inset to cabinets and bath with overhead shower. Additional storage is achieved with in-built, bespoke towel shelves.

The principal suite is located on the uppermost floor. The first apartment, with fitted shelves and storage, presents multiple functionalities such as sitting room, dressing room or perhaps a reading room. Such a bright space with two Velux windows letting the sunshine in.

The three-piece shower room of the principal suite has an inset basin, WC and a shower.

The bedroom features fantastic exposed wooden beams and two Velux windows. Of extremely generous proportions, with space for double bed, bedside cabinets, sofa bed, a TV and a table. This whole floor has the potential to offer a self-contained living space for guests or for a multi-generational household.

Outside and Gardens

The double garage, with up and over doors, provides plenty of storage, a log store and space for a chest freezer. The garage, and in fact the entire property, has a space for absolutely everything, and everything is tidily in its place.

The gardens of 15 St Leonards Court are a joy to behold. To the front, the gardens are extensive and benefit from a path all the way around. Attractive trees include a weeping birch, and a cherry tree and further features include a grassed area and an incredibly colourful flowerbed. Neat, block driveway, able to accommodate 3 cars, leads to the front of the garage. The thoughtfully planned rear garden benefits from different areas of seating for different times of the day; such as an area for enjoying a morning coffee which is decked with some paving and some pebbles. The decking is edged with balustrade making it an attractive, distinct area. Another spot perhaps calls for a garden umbrella, table and chairs. The garden is full, has been very well arranged with planting, is fully enclosed and has an access gate to the side.

Room Dimensions

Forres

Forres is a thriving small town in the northeast of Scotland. With an active high street offering butchers, bakers, cafes, gift shops, hairdressers, a tailor, post office and grocery shops, it continues to offer a wide selection of services. The town boasts large parks and woodland walks, having been placed, or won, the relevant section of Britain in Bloom on multiple occasions. Primary and secondary schooling is available in the town and Gordonstoun private school is 11 miles away with transport available daily.

Healthcare is available in Forres with hospitals in Elgin (12 miles) and Inverness (26 miles). Transport links are excellent with a regular bus running between Aberdeen and Inverness, a train station also on the main line between Aberdeen and Inverness and airports in both Inverness and Aberdeen providing daily flights to domestic and international destinations.

Outdoor opportunities are incredible with the beautiful white sand beaches of Findhorn less than 5 miles away, offering sailing, paddleboarding and wild swimming, skiing is available in both The Lecht and Cairngorms, both less than an hour away, and endless opportunities for walking, biking, horse riding and hiking in the vast forests of Culbin and Newtyle.

Measurements

Office/Bedroom (2.6m x 4.0m)

Utility room (1.7m x 1.7m)

Kitchen (4.3m x 3.2m)

Dining Area (3.8m x 3.1m)

Downstairs bedroom (2.9m x 3.2m)

Downstairs bedroom (3.1m x 3.2m at its widest)

Downstairs shower room (1.7m x 2.9m at its widest)

Living room (5.8m x 4.4m)

Primary bedroom (4.3m x 3.5m)

Ensuite (2.8m x 2.2m)

Dressing room, l-Shaped (5.4m x 3.8m) (3.3m x 1.6m)

Upstairs shower room (1.9m x 2.4m)

Upstairs bedroom (5.4m x 3.5m)

Please note that all measurements and distances are approximate and provided for guidance only.