5 bed detached house for sale

Seafield Street, Banff AB45

Description

A beautiful, detached period property occupying two generous levels in the popular coastal town of Banff, Aberdeenshire. St. Ninian's is a home full of character, charm and original features, with an impressive exterior that hints at the wonderful details found throughout.

The property benefits from some of the windows being double glazed and electric central heating.

Entering through the grand, traditional front door, with its beautiful stained-glass panel above bearing the name St Ninian's, you are welcomed into a striking hallway. The original decorative tiled floor remains intact, complemented by traditional wooden doors, original cornicing and a sense of space that immediately sets the tone for this distinctive home.

The spacious lounge features an open fire with a back boiler, providing a warm and welcoming space. With the bay window allowing natural light to flood the room.

The dining room is particularly impressive in size and offers excellent versatility. Whilst used as a dining room its generous proportions allow it to accommodate a variety of uses to suit the needs of the new owner.

To the rear there is a cosy snug or second lounge. It could also be used as a bedroom if required, making the accommodation highly adaptable to modern life. There is an open fire as a focal point.

The kitchen is fitted with traditional wooden cabinetry, incorporating a good selection of base and overhead units together with generous worktop space. Leading into a functional utility room which is generously proportioned for appliances and a pantry if desired. All appliances that are in place are included in the sale. There is a door leading out to the side of the house, great for taking in shopping and consumables.

There is also a ground floor shower room. The shower room is fitted with a wash hand basin, toilet, bidet and heated towel rail. There are a fan and window for good ventilation.

A back door is in the rear hall, which takes you out on to the rear garden.

Upstairs the impressive character continues. A beautiful solid wood staircase rises from the hallway, with a striking stained-glass window illuminating the stairwell. Above a glazed ceiling panel allows the natural light to filter down, creating a particularly attractive and distinctive feature.

There are five bedrooms on the 1st floor, comprising of three generous double bedrooms and two single bedrooms, offering excellent flexibility for a family, guests, home working or hobbies. A family bathroom is also located on this level.

A further set of wooden stairs leads to the attic floor, which is partially floored and benefits from windows providing natural light. This additional space offers considerable potential for storage and could provide further use subject to the necessary consents.

Externally there is a small, mature garden to the front of the property which is lined with rose bushes.

To the rear there is a patio area with access to a coal store and external storage, a generous lawn and separate decoratively paved seating area. There is a greenhouse which will remain and a path to the garage/workshop. The garden has mature shrubs which provide a glorious array of colour throughout the year.

The garage/workshop is a good size. It has been fitted with an automated Hormann door. Vehicular access can be gained from the lane at the rear of the property.

Location
Banff is a coastal town offering dramatic seascapes, rugged cliffs, and sandy beaches. Great for walks and exploring local wildlife. Famous for its Georgian architecture and historic landmarks. It offers nursery, primary and academy schools and a selection of independent shops and eateries.
There is a selection of small town and villages nearby. Aberdeen is 46 miles from Banff, which is where the nearest airport can be found.

Council Tax Band: F (Aberdeenshire Council)
Tenure: Freehold

Vestibule (1.87m x 1.95m)

Lounge (4.3m x 5.2m)

Dining Room (5.2m x 4.3m)

Lounge 2 (3.5m x 3.8m)

Kitchen (3.7m x 3.3m)

Shower Room (3.5m x 1.6m)

Utility (3.7m x 2.7m)

Bedroom 1 (3.7m x 2.4m)

Bedroom 2 (3.7m x 3.9m)

Bedroom 3 (4.1m x 4.4m)

Bedroom 4 (3m x 2m)

Bedroom 5 (4.4m x 5.3m)

Bathroom (2.8m x 1.9m)

Garage (3.4m x 8.2m)