MURROES HOUSE, BY BROUGHTY FERRY, OFFICES ACROSS HOUSE, BY BROUGHTY FERRY, DUNDEE

Dundee 5 miles Perth 27 miles Aberdeen 64 miles Edinburgh 65 miles Glasgow 86 miles A beautiful A listed 16th century house with enchanting gardens

• 3 reception rooms; 4 bedrooms • Wonderful unique accommodation with many fascinating histori- cal features • Outbuildings comprising former Carriage House, double garage • Well positioned for commuting to Dundee/Aberdeen/Edinburgh • Steeped in history

About 0.47 acres (0.19ha)

CKD Galbraith 73 Bonnygate Cupar Fife KY15 4BY Tel: 01334 659980 Email: [email protected]

HISTORICAL NOTE State schooling is available locally (the local primary is within 2 signposted Murroes Church. Follow this road along and the It is believed that the lands at Murroes were gifted to the Abbey miles of Murroes) with independent schooling being provided entrance to Murroes House is then on the left after about half of by Gilchrist, Earl of Angus, in the early 12th century. at the highly rated High School of Dundee or slightly further a mile. afield at Glenalmond, Strathallan, St Leonards or Kilgraston. There was then a later transfer by charter to the Earl of Crawford There are railway stations in Arbroath, , POSTCODE with the lands then passing to the Fotheringhams of Powrie. and Dundee with Aberdeen airport to the north and Edinburgh DD5 3PB Nigel Tranter in “The Fortified Houses in Scotland”(James Thin airport to the south. The busy regional airport at Dundee offers 1986) mentions Murroes Castle as “standing in an attractive a good range of short haul flights. LISTING garden in the pleasant hamlet of Murroes – a small fortalice Murroes House including the boundary wall and outbuildings of the late 16th century – with a long narrow main block of DESCRIPTION is category A listed. two storeys, lying north and south, with a circular stair tower Murroes House is a fascinating A listed 16th historic house projecting centrally to the west. The walls are well supplied quietly positioned on the outskirts of Broughty Ferry and EPC RATING with shot holes and gun loops, and the original windows have offering wonderful unique 4 bedroom accommodation that The EPC rating is F moulded surrounds. The stair-tower rises from the ground level retains numerous delightful historic features. The magical stone on the west, but internally is supported on massive corbels, exterior is complemented with crow stepped gables, shot SOLICITORS a unique arrangement in my view. The stair-tower rises to a holes, stair tower and stone/slate roofs. The property simply Thorntons, 53 East High Street, , DD8 2EL pleasant panelled room above”. exudes charm and character. Extending to just over 2000 sq. Tel: 01307 466886 ft. in total, the accommodation itself is arranged over two floors, Fax: 01307 464643 It is understood that the house was used for a time as a manse comprised of an enchanting comfortable living space within with Rev. White being the last minister in 1763. His daughter a wonderful ancient shell. Entered via a short flight of stone MOVEABLES married John Guthrie and the castle then passed by marriage stairs the impressive dining room/entrance hall offers excellent Certain lights and light fittings, curtains, rugs and garden urns/ to the Guthries of Guthrie Castle and Gagie. The panelling in the space for entertaining with notable fireplace and stone pots are excluded from the sale. Further details can be obtained Drawing Room is thought to come from Fotheringham House, staircase leading off to the accommodation at first floor level. from the selling agents. designed by David Bryce in 1859 and demolished in 1953. The At the northern end of the house is the lovely spacious room single storey kitchen wing to the south was added in the 1960’s. currently used as a bedroom, whilst to the south of the dining VIEWING room is a cosy snug with open fire which then leads down to Viewing is by prior appointment only through the selling GENERAL the more recent wing with airy kitchen/breakfast room enjoying agents – CKD Galbraith. The person who may accompany you Surrounded by some beautiful countryside Murroes House is lovely bright views over the garden. A further bedroom, shower however, may not be an employee of CKD Galbraith. situated just a short distance from the sought-after Broughty room and utility area complete the ground floor. A wonderful Ferry area of Dundee with the centre of Dundee and Monifieth stone stair thenleads to the first floor level with the spectacular MORTGAGE FINANCE CKD Galbraith has an arrangement with independent mortgage brokers also readily accessible. Dundee will shortly be the home of panelled drawing room benefitting from open fire and lovely Springtide Capital Limited, who may be able to assist purchasers with the new V & A museum the area is going through something detail including turret with small stain glass window. The stairs funding. For details contact Matthew Griffiths in our CKD Galbraith of a resurgence and is widely regarded as a “city on the then continue to the bright spacious principal bedroom, with Edinburgh Office on 0131 240 6990 up”. Between them Dundee, Broughty Ferry, Monifieth and further bedroom, family bathroom and hall area completing the Carnoustie offer an excellent range of shops, services and accommodation. IMPORTANT NOTES 1. These particulars are intended to give a fair and overall description of amenities with Aberdeen and Edinburgh within comfortable the property. If any points are relevant to your interest, please ask for driving distance of the property. OUTBUILDINGS further information, prior to viewing. Prospective purchasers are advised Former carriage house with stone/slate roof and offering useful to seek their own professional advice. Home to an array of wildlife, the landscape around Murroes storage space. 2. Areas, measurements and distances are given as a guide. Photographs offers easy access to some particularly outstanding countryside Double garage. depict only certain parts of the property. Nothing within the particulars with hill, wood, river, farmland and coastline all close by. The shall be deemed to be a statement as to the structural condition, nor the result is an excellent choice for the outdoor enthusiast with GARDEN working order of services and appliances. riding, walking, cycling and sailing all readily available. Golfers in Murroes House stands in a beautiful colourful enclosed garden 3. These particulars shall not be binding on our clients whether acted on particular are very well provided for with an excellent selection with an extensive range of plants. The woodland offers constant or otherwise, unless the same is incorporated within a written document, of highly regarded courses within easy striking distance interest with aconites, snowdrops, hellebores, bluebells and signed by our clients or on their behalf, satisfying the requirements of including the championship course at Carnoustie and the Old daffodils in early spring. There is an abundance of trees and Section 3 of The Requirements of Writing (Scotland) Act 1995. Course at St. Andrews which both regularly host the British shrubs including rhododendrons, azaleas, cherry trees and 4. Closing Date Open. , Alyth, Montrose, , Forfar and Rosemount spring bulbs which creates a plethora of colour throughout the A closing date may be fixed. Prospective purchasers who have notified golf courses are also close by. For those looking to keepfit, year, as well as lawns and sheltered seating areas. their interest through lawyers to CKD Galbraith, in writing, will be advised there is a sports complex offering indoor and outdoor tennis, of a closing date, unless the property has been sold previously. squash and gym facilities within 3 miles. Shooting and fishing SERVICES The Seller will not be obliged to accept the highest, or indeed any offer may be taken locally whilst the pretty Angus glens such as Water Mains and has the right to accept an offer at any time or withdraw the property Clova, Isla, Prosen, Lethnot and Esk are nearby. For days out Electricity Mains from the market. The Seller will not be liable for any costs incurred by interested parties. the stunning sandy beaches at St. Cyrus and Lunan Bay and the Drainage Private red sandstone cliffs at Arbroath are well within reach. There are Heating LPG 5. Offers a number of interesting National Trust for Scotland properties Formal offers in the acceptable Scottish form should be submitted, through a Scottish Lawyer, to CKD Galbraith, 73 Bonnygate, Cupar, Fife, in the area including the JM Barrie house, once home to the COUNCIL TAX KY15 4BY. creator of Peter Pan in Kirriemuir and the at Murroes House is classified as Band F for Council Tax purposes. Montrose. 6. Third Party Rights and Servitudes The subjects are sold together with and subject to all existing rights of DIRECTIONS way, servitudes, wayleaves and others whether contained in the Title Murroes House is perhaps best accessed off the B978 Kellas Deeds or otherwise, and purchasers will be deemed to have satisfied road leading from the Baldovie area of Dundee to . themselves in all respects thereof. Shortly before reaching Kellas turn right on to the minor road

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BEDROOM DRAWING ROOM 15'11 x 15'3 15'7 x 15'6 (4.85m x 4.64m) (4.74m x 4.72m)

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DINING ROOM / HALL UP 16'5 x 16'2 BEDROOM (5.02m x 4.92m) 10' x 8' (3.05m x 2.44m) IN

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MASTER BEDROOM SNUG 16'3 x 12'1 16' x 11'7 (4.94m x 3.68m) (4.87m x 3.53m)

UP FIRST FLOOR GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 818 SQ FT / 76 SQ M

UTILITY ROOM

KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM 22'10 x 9'3 (6.95m x 2.83m) BEDROOM 12'3 x 7'10 (3.74m x 2.40m)

GROUND FLOOR GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 1270 SQ FT / 118 SQ M

MURROES HOUSE NOT TO SCALE - FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY APPROXIMATE GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 2088 SQ FT / 194 SQ M All measurements and fixtures including doors and windows are approximate and should be independently verified. Copyright © exposure www.photographyandfloorplans.co.uk

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