Cressbrook, Drumoak, , AB31 5AG Substantial Detached 4-Bedroomed Family House Building Plot for 4-Bedroomed House Directions On entering Drumoak from on the A93 North Deeside Road, the property is the last on the left hand side immediately before the 40 mph sign for Park. From the Banchory direction, travel through Park to the 30 mph sign at the entrance to Drumoak, and Cressbrook is on your right.

Locality Drumoak is a thriving small village in beautiful . It is within easy travelling distance of Aberdeen, Banchory, Westhill and Aberdeen Airport. There is a small shop for day-to-day needs and a replacement primary school is shortly due to be built. Secondary schooling is in Banchory although there is also a choice of private schools in Aberdeen. A wide range of recreational and tourist amenities is nearby including outdoor pursuits, arts venues and historic castles and gardens.

Services The property benefits from double glazing (except the porch), gas central heating, 'living flame' open gas fire in the dining room, open fire in the lounge and solid fuel stove in the conservatory. The gas fired Aga in the kitchen provides a focal point with the added convenience of an adjacent electric oven and halogen hob. Drainage is to a septic tank in the garden. Mains water, mains electricity and telephone.

Contents The Aga, electric oven and hob, built-in fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, and corner cabinets in the bathrooms are to remain, as are the carpets, curtains and light fittings. The pine wardrobes are available by separate negotiation.

Council Tax and Home Report Council Tax Band G EPC F(32) Home Report available on request.

Local Authority Council, Viewmount, Arduthie Road, AB39 2DQ Tel: 01569 762001

Solicitors Stronachs, 34 Albyn Place, Aberdeen AB10 1FW Tel: 01224 845845

Photographs Photographs used in this brochure were taken during summer 2014. Cressbrook, Drumoak Banchory AB31 5AG

Cressbrook is a spacious detached Victorian family home, set in attractive garden grounds overlooking Lower Deeside. Planning permission in principle has been obtained for a house plot within the garden.

On the western edge of the popular village of Drumoak only 10 miles from the centre of Aberdeen, and 6 miles from Banchory.

For Sale in 2 Lots or as a Whole:

Lot 1 – Cressbrook House, about 970 m2 (0.24 acres)

Lot 2 – Building Plot, about 800 m2 (0.20 acres)

Enquiries to: Bidwells LLP 70 Carden Place Aberdeen AB10 1UL t: 01224 974130 e: [email protected] bidwells.co.uk Ground Floor The front door opens into an entrance vestibule, with a striking original tiled floor, leading to the hallway which has doors off to the main rooms on the ground floor. There are two reception rooms, the lounge and dining room, to the front of the property, which both have large bay windows and original features including cornice and ornate ceiling rose, and cast iron fireplaces. The lounge leads into a large conservatory with views over the garden and the Dee Valley. To the rear of the property there is a large well-appointed dining kitchen, with a gas fired Aga, and ample storage and work surfaces. There is a downstairs bathroom and rear porch leading to the garden. Extensive use of natural wood finishes contributes to the homely feel of the property.

First Floor An attractive stairway leads to the upper floor with a bathroom on the half-landing and four bedrooms at first floor level. There are 3 large double bedrooms and the fourth bedroom has lately been used as a home office. Access to the large loft is gained by ladder from the top landing.

Outside The detached double garage has a recently installed electric door, light and outside tap. The garden is well screened from the road and has a pleasant paved area near the house, a barbeque pit and garden lighting. The grounds are mainly laid to grass with mature trees and shrubs and beautiful views over Deeside.

Building Plot 1 Planning permission in principle has been obtained for the erection of a 1 /2 storey, four bedroom dwelling house in the western half of the garden ground as indicated in the plan below. Full details are available from: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk Planning reference: APP/2014/3157.

A new septic tank will be required. In the event of a lotted sale, the purchaser of the Building Plot will be responsible for forming the mutual access area and for erecting the boundary between the plot and the house. These will be maintained at mutual expense thereafter.

Third Party Rights The property is sold subject to all existing third party rights whether mentioned in these particulars or not. Purchasers should note that the existing septic tank for Cressbrook also serves Cressbrook Cottage, and that the soak-away is within the Building Plot. Drainage for the proposed new house will require the installation of a new septic tank and enlarged soak-away.

Closing Date and Offers A closing date may be fixed and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the Selling Agents. Offers in the Scottish Legal Form should be submitted to the Selling Agents at their Aberdeen Office. Parties are asked to satisfy themselves that they fully understand the implications of offering under Scottish Law.

Viewing Strictly by prior arrangement with the selling agents

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Lot 1

Lot 2 BANCHORY Crown Copyright Reserved Licence No. ES100017734

Important Notice These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements or representatives of fact. Bidwells LLP has no authority to make or give in writing or verbally any representation or warranties in relation to the property. Any areas of measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. No assumptions should be made that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Bidwells LLP have not carried out a survey, nor tested the services, appliances or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. In the interest of Health & Safety, please ensure that you take due care when inspecting the property.

Bidwells LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales (registered number OC344553). Registered head office is Bidwell House, Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 9LD, where a list of members is available for inspection.

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