EXCEPTIONAL VALUE FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED COTTAGE WITH GARAGE.

PEACE AND TRANQUILLITY WITHIN THE HEART OF THE VILLAGE, WITH STUNNING GARDENS

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We are delighted to offer to the market this very attractive and traditional 5 bedroom granite cottage in the ever popular village of Alford. It has been very thoughtfully upgraded and extended by the current owners to offer very spacious modern accommodation while maintaining all of the original charm of a country cottage. It benefits from a south facing location, oil fired central heating, double glazing and log burning stove. Other features of note are the exposed granite walls, open plan living space and generous, sunny and very private gardens. You will feel at home the minute you walk through the door of this property and we highly recommend early viewing of this excellent value family home.

Location
Village croft is situated on Montgarrie Road which is a short walk from the village centre, golf club and renowned Haughton Park. Alford is a thriving and very welcoming community that offers a wide range of local amenities. The modern community campus offers nursery, primary and secondary schooling, swimming pool, sports facilities and library. The village boasts a wide range of shops, post office, chemist, craft butcher and baker. There is also a Coop supermarket. The Alford Bistro and Haughton Arms offer dining options and there is a range of takeaways. If you like the outdoors, there are endless walks, cycling, fishing, 18 hole golf course and dry ski centre. A warm welcome awaits you in the village that offers a great deal to all ages.

Accommodation
Sun porch, Lounge/dining room, dining kitchen, utility room, master bedroom with en suite, hallway, 4 further bedrooms and family bathroom.

Directions
Travelling from Aberdeen on the A944, on entering the village continue along the main street passing the Haughton Arms Hotel on your left. Take the next turning on your right at the church into Montgarrie Road. The property is a short distance along on the right hand side.

sun porch - 8' 11'' x 4' 11'' (2.71m x 1.51m)
A very bright and welcoming south facing entrance but the ideal spot to sit, relax and enjoy the garden. It has a radiator so can be enjoyed all year round and fully fitted neutral carpet.The perfect introduction to this super home.

Lounge/Dining room - 33' 0'' x 13' 1'' (10.06m x 4.0m)
A very generous but cosy room with the advantage of two large south facing windows, flooding it with natural light. The feature exposed granite wall has a large open fireplace with granite hearth housing the large wood burning stove. The alcove has fitted cupboards and there is a fully fitted neutral carpet.

Dining area
This is another very bright space with views to the front garden and ample room for large table and chairs. Just perfect for large family meals or formal dining. It also has fully fitted neutral carpet.

Dining Kitchen - 11' 9'' x 11' 6'' (3.57m x 3.50m)
A bright and modern kitchen, again due to the large south facing window. It is fitted with a range of quality units in a cream shaker style perfectly contrasting stone effect work surfaces and splash back tiling. The large Kenwood range cooker has twin electric ovens, 6 burner gas top, stainless steel splash back and chimney style extraction hood. The stainless steel sink and drainer has a chrome mixer and there is space for an under counter fridge. The breakfast bar provides extra work surface and space for informal dining. The floor is finished in a quality wooden style flooring.

Vestibule - 5' 2'' x 4' 9'' (1.58m x 1.45m)
The rear vestibule gives access to the garden and provides space for hanging coats etc.

Utility room - 8' 1'' x 5' 2'' (2.46m x 1.58m)
A generous space with south facing window, plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer along with freezer. The central heating boiler is also situated here. The floor is finished in a quality

Master bedroom - 18' 2'' x 8' 11'' (5.54m x 2.73m)
A very cosy room to the rear of the property having dual aspect including sliding glass doors leading out to the back garden. it is tastefully decorated and has a fully fitted carpet.

En-suite - 4' 7'' x 4' 1'' (1.40m x 1.25m)
A bright space with aqua panelled cubicle incorporating a Mira instant electric shower and folding door, white vanity unit providing storage and housing the wash hand basin and WC. The floor is finished in a stone effect vinyl.

Hall - 9' 2'' x 6' 1'' (2.80m x 1.86m)

Bedroom 2 - 12' 10'' x 12' 2'' (3.90m x 3.70m)
A very generous double bedroom with window overlooking the rear garden, soft grey decor and fully fitted carpet.

Bedroom 3 - 12' 10'' x 9' 11'' (3.90m x 3.01m)
Another generous double bedroom with large window to the side, two sets of double fitted wardrobes and fully fitted carpet.

Bathroom - 8' 10'' x 5' 8'' (2.69m x 1.73m)
A very traditional style bathroom soft white wood panelling to dado height, aqua panelled shower incorporating a mains shower and folding door, large bath with shower attachment, grey vanity unit housing the wash hand basin along with matching wall mounted mirrored cabinet, and WC. There is also a combined radiator and heated towel rail along with patterned tile effect flooring.

Landing - 11' 11'' x 6' 5'' (3.63m x 1.95m)
The carpeted stair with wooden balustrade leads up to the bright, fully carpeted landing. This gives access to a further two bedrooms.

Bedroom 4 - 14' 4'' x 10' 11'' (4.36m x 3.34m)
A bright and spacious room with south facing bay style dormer window, fitted storage cupboards and shelving and fully fitted carpet.

bedroom 5 - 11' 11'' x 10' 8'' (3.63m x 3.24m)
Another bright room, currently used as a home office, it has south facing bay style dormer window, built in storage cupboards and deep sill with storage shelving beneath.

Outside
The driveway to the side provides off street parking and the property also benefits from a second shared driveway and single garage. There is also a timber garden shed and log store.

Gardens
To the front of the property is a delightful south facing garden with a range of trees and shrubs along with perennials giving all year colour. Tucked away at the back is a very secluded and sunny garden with lawn, gravel paths and flower beds. There is ample space for a vegetable garden and the very attractive summer house with outdoor seating area provides an escape to relax and listen to the bird song. To the rear of the property is another very private sitting area that can be accessed from the master bedroom. Just perfect for that morning cuppa.

Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold