REEKIE FARM STEADING CRAIGIEVAR, ALFORD OFFICES ACROSS REEKIE FARM STEADING CRAIGIEVAR, ALFORD, ABERDEENSHIRE AB33 8LR

Aboyne 8 Miles Alford 7 Miles 27 Miles Westhill 21 Miles

Beautiful detached steading converted to the highest of standards with equestrian facilities and stunning views towards .

The accommodation comprises:- • 3 spacious public rooms • Striking Dining / Family kitchen • 4 large double bedrooms & study • Lovely garden grounds • Detached stable block and garaging • 2 paddocks and large field • Private, idyllic setting

About 7 acres in all (2.83 Ha)

For Sale as a Whole

CKD Galbraith Aberdeen Office 337 North Road Aberdeen, AB15 9SP 01224 860710 [email protected] LOCATION Reekie Farm Steading is located approximately 5 miles from the picturesque villages of and . Tarland is a small village located within the Howe O’ and is surrounded by the beauty that is the Aberdeenshire countryside. The village has a real sense of community spirit with many amenities located within including an array of shops, 2 hotels along with a community garden and a 9 hole golf course. Schooling is believed to be provided at either Craigievar or Tarland Primary Schools whilst secondary education is catered for at either or Alford Academies with school transport provided.

Tarland sits to the east of the periphery of Cairngorm National Park with its stunning natural beauty and with an array of activities which include hill walking, sporting activities and field sports. For the skiing enthusiast, both Glenshee and Lecht Ski centres are located within easy distance. Craigievar is an area of stunning countryside with a number of farms and residences totted along the picturesque country roads. With a small yet popular primary school, the area is also home to the striking , a National Trust property, dating back to 1626.

Aberdeen is some 27 miles, and provides all the leisure, recreational and entertainment facilities expected from the oil capital of . It also provides good transport links with a mainline railway station and is host to an airport providing both domestic and international flights.

GENERAL Reekie Farm Steading is a most impressive detached steading standing in around 7 acres of grounds in a beautiful country setting. Commanding breath-taking views over the surrounding rolling countryside this really is a location ideal for the daily commuter who is looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and retreat to this fine country home and enjoy the wonderful outdoors. Converted some 6 years ago by the current owners this imposing pink home has been thoughtfully designed by the architects who have created an exceptionally spacious, bright and welcoming family home. One is sure to be wowed by the capacious rooms throughout and the full height windows which feature in many of the rooms allowing a great deal of natural light to flood in. Completed to the highest of standards throughout with engineered grooved oak wood doors, underfloor heating to the ground floor, ceiling downlights and deep window sills with feature lighting to many rooms.

REEKIE FARM STEADING On driving into Reekie Farm Steading you will come to the large driveway which leads to the external porch with slated pitch roof with feature lighting. Entered via a wooden exterior door with glazed side panels, the bright and spacious hallway enjoys 2 full height windows to the front, oak wood flooring and two cupboards. A true gem of to the front boundary extends to around an acre and is mainly of rough ground. The property has excellent facilities this home has to be the striking lounge with its 3 full height windows, oak wood flooring and stunning cathedral style ideal for the horse enthusiast with a recently constructed stable block of stone construction, clad externally in timber, ceiling with beam feature. A multi fuel stove with glass hearth adds to the charm of the lounge. Stepping back into complete with concrete flooring, drainage, power and light.. There are 3 separate stables, a large tack room and the hallway and lying to the western wing of the house is the real hub of the house, the family / dining kitchen. This hay shed along with a large workshop/garage. There are two small paddocks to the northern boundary with a large beautifully appointed kitchen is exceptional in design, quality, space and lightness thanks to a total of 5 windows and grazing field, which in total extend to around 5 acres. glazed doors which lead to the rear garden. The kitchen area is fitted with a wide range of cream wood base units with solid wood work surfaces, Belfast style sink and a striking 4 oven AGA. There is a large central island with granite The grounds are fully enclosed with post and wire fencing, some of which are electric and a separate driveway leads work surface whilst the kitchen has an integrated dishwasher and space for an American style fridge/freezer. The to the stables and fields, ideal should the purchaser which to rent the paddocks in future. large room enjoys tiled flooring and there is ample space for both living and dining furniture. Located off the kitchen is a utility room with units matching those in the kitchen, a cloakroom with two piece suite and a boiler room. The SERVICES master bedroom has two windows to the rear with a walk in dressing room and double doors and steps lead into the Reekie Farm Steading is supplied by a private water supply with a large holding tank with filtration system and magnificent en suite bathroom. This exceptional en suite really is the height of luxury with its three piece white suite drainage by means of septic tank. The house is served by oil fired central heating and full double glazing. including a large bath and a wet room style shower, extensive wall and floor tiling, glass display shelves and heated towel rail. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a spacious double bedroom with window to the rear and a EPC large shower room with double shower compartment and full height window to the rear. The EPC rating for Reekie Farm Steading is ‘C’.

A carpeted staircase with wooden balustrades leads to the upper landing with 2 large skylight windows. To the left VIEWING AND FURTHER INFORMATION is the lovely gallery room with wood flooring, 7 skylight windows and internal glass balcony looking down into the Viewing is by arrangement only, all enquiries lounge. This area is currently used as a gym but could be used as a number of rooms including a bedroom, family or requests for further information should room or games room. A spacious split level and open plan hallway provides access to the remaining accommodation be directed to the Sole Selling Agents, CKD and has both study and living room areas with skylight windows. The large guest bedroom enjoys a bright, double Galbraith, 337 North Deeside Road, Cults, AB15 aspect with 3 skylight windows, double wardrobe and an en suite shower room with double walk in shower, shelved 9SP. Telephone enquiries should be made to cupboard and full height window. A further double bedroom benefits from a storage cupboard with full height window Jordan Mackay on 01224 860 710 or by email to and skylight. [email protected].

GARDENS AND GROUNDS DIRECTIONS The grounds at Reekie Farm Steading extend to approximately 7 acres and have been lovingly designed by the From Aberdeen, travel west on the A944 turning current owners from a blank canvas to what is now a fantastic haven. The gardens extend to around an acre with left before Westhill and following the signs to large driveway to the front providing ample parking and a large stone chipped area to the rear. To the side is a lovely Tarland along the B9119. Turn right as signposted raised decking area capturing the striking views and overlooking the large lawned garden. A further area of ground ‘Leochel Cushnie’ and follow this road for around a mile turning right at a crossroads and the property is IMPORTANT NOTES located on the left hand side after around 1 mile. 1 These particulars are intended to give a fair and overall description of the property. If any points are relevant to your interest, please SOLICITORS ask for further information, prior to viewing. Prospective purchasers are advised to seek their own professional advice Blackadders LLP 2 Areas, measurements and distances are given as a guide. 6 Bon Accord Square Photographs depict only certain parts of the property. Nothing Aberdeen within the particulars shall be deemed to be a statement as to AB11 6XU the structural condition, nor the working order of services and Tel: 01224 588913 appliances. 3 The particulars shall not be binding on our clients whether acted FIXTURES AND FITTINGS on or otherwise, unless the same is incorporated within a written Fitted carpets and blinds are included in the sale. No document, signed by our clients or on their behalf, satisfying items are included unless specifically mentioned in these the requirements of Section 3 of The Requirements of Writing particulars. (Scotland) Act 1995. 4 A Closing Date may be fixed. Prospective purchasers who have notified their interest through lawyers to CKD Galbraith, in writing, OUTGOINGS will be advised of a closing date, unless the property has been sold For Council Tax purposes Reekie Farm Steading has previously. The seller will not be obliged to accept the highest, or been assessed as Band G. indeed any offer and has the right to accept an offer at any time or withdraw the property from the market. The seller will not be liable MORTGAGE FINANCE for any costs incurred by the interested parties. CKD Galbraith has an alliance with independent 5 Formal offers in the acceptable Scottish form should be mortgage brokers Springtide Capital Ltd, who through submitted, through a Scottish Lawyer, to CKD Galbraith, Aberdeen their excellent relationships with lenders and private Office, 337 North Deeside Road, Aberdeen, AB15 9SP, 01224 860710, [email protected] banks can advise on the most suitable mortgage for your 6 The subjects are sold together with and subject to all existing circumstances. For further information, contact Matthew right of way, servitudes, wayleaves and others whether contained Griffiths in our CKD Galbraith Office on 0131 in the Title Deeds or otherwise, and purchasers will be deemed to 2406990. have satisfied themselves in all respects thereof.

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