4 bedroom barn conversion

BEAUTIFUL TRADITIONAL GRANITE FORMER FARMHOUSE NEAR INSCH ABERDEENSHIRE.

Placed within a unique development of 4 architecturally designed homes near the town of Insch, this home is designed to take advantage of elevated views over the beautiful countryside. Designed for contemporary living and family life, the home has a unique layout designed specifically for the site and setting; maximising on natural light, views and space. A mix of materials such as stone, slate, render and cladding compliment the simple, clean designs and glass features showcase light, bright and expansive living spaces. Annie Kenyon development homes are beautifully appointed and finished to the highest standard and specification. The best modern building materials, techniques and technology are employed to ensure properties are highly energy efficient resulting in low running costs. The house & lawns are surrounded by open fields and mature woodlands. Completed in 2019 to exacting standards this is a beautiful 3/4 bed room 153sqm, family home in a very desirable development. The garden is a beautiful area providing a variety of spaces for which offer different opportunities for enjoyment and relaxation. The garden divides itself into three areas, two sunny lawns and shaded woodland dell. Spending time I this garden offers peace and tranquility. There is a myriad of birds and other wildlife which can be found visiting the garden on a frequent basis.

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Andrea Mair & Lee-Ann Low of RE/MAX Coast & Country are delighted to present to market this unique and immaculately presented converted farmhouse with beautiful views of the nearby countryside. The home has been wonderfully transformed to provide you and your family with a special base to call home as you enjoy the many wonders of this part of Scotland. Pyke farmhouse is located in a beautiful location on the outskirts of Insch, a village which is situated on the edge of the popular Speyside whisky trail, with easy access to all outdoor pursuits and leisure activities, including hill walking, cycling, golfing and fishing as well as winter sports and more. The property also offers easy access to local amenities and shops in the town of Insch as well as excellent commuting links to Aberdeen and Inverness by train and road via the mainline railway station and the A96.

Location
Located in a secluded location; Just on the outskirts of the rural town of Insch, which has a main line railway station with regular train links north to Inverness and south to Aberdeen and beyond. The A96 which provides excellent commuting to Aberdeen, Huntly, Inverness and Elgin. There is a reputable primary school with secondary education at Inverurie or the Gordon Schools, Huntly. The plentiful amenities include a cottage hospital, health centre, library and a variety of shops including 2 mini supermarkets, a florist and ironmongers to name but a few. In addition, leisure activities include an 18 hole golf course, bowling, the Bennachie Leisure Centre and excellent hillwalking on the nearby Bennachie Range.
This superior property is within easy walking distance to the village primary school, shops, leisure centre, golf club and all other local amenities.

Accommodation
The accommodation of Pyke Farmhouse comprises:
Ground Level:
• Large living / dining room / Kitchen • lounge • Double bedroom • Family Bathroom • Utility Room Upper Level:- • Open Plan Office / Gym Space room • 2 Double bedrooms • Family bathroom.

Lower level:
Entrance Hall: -4.36m x 1.80m & 2.42m x 3.15m approx.
Entered via the part glazed security front door setting the tone for the rest of the property, this bright and spacious welcoming hallway with neutral paintwork and beautiful solid oak doors has generous space for jackets, shoes and occasional furniture. Built-in cloak cupboard fitted with coat hooks and shelfing, leading to the rear hallway and staircase. Large bespoke larder. Access to the living / dining room / kitchen, lounge family room / master bedroom and bathroom. Matt ceiling with integrated spotlights. Engineered oak flooring throughout the hallway. Small study area below the staircase with built in storage cupboard. Smoke detector. Under floor heating.

Kitchen/Dining/Family Room on Open Plan: -4.36m x 7.36m approx.
A real showpiece of this home commanding fantastic views through full height windows and patio doors spanning the entirety of the front of the building and also partly to side. This very spacious reception room is freshly decorated bright and welcoming with feature vaulted ceiling and eight skylights providing an abundance of natural light. The Morso freestanding wood burning stove provides a relaxing focal point. This room provides the option for a sitting room or family room and offers plenty space for lounge and occasional furniture. Matt ceiling with integrated spotlights. Television aerial point with satellite connection. Under floor heating. TV and telephone connections.

Kitchen:  
This beautifully designed dual aspect kitchen with underfloor heating borrows high functionality and streamlined surfaces in the contemporary design. A high specification kitchen on open plan with the lounge is fitted with a wide range of “Ferro” wall and base units with stainless steel handles in dark grey with dark granite work surfaces and contrasting glass splash backs. It has a convenient central area for a dining table and chairs. The composite sink and drainer has a chrome mixer. Integrated appliances consisting of 4-burner induction hob and double electric oven grill. Extractor hood above. Completing the appliances are fridge, dishwasher and washing machine. Large window overlooking the main entrance on one side and the courtyard. The floor is perfectly finished with contrasting tiled flooring. Matt ceiling with integrated spotlights. Smoke detector. Under floor heating. 

Bedroom 4 / Lounge: -(5.69m x 2.95m) approx.
This fourth bedroom currently being used as a second lounge is accessed via a solid oak door is a bright, spacious room, with picture window overlooking the front courtyard fitted with Roman blinds flooding the space with abundant natural light. The room is tastefully finished in a warm, contemporary style with fresh neutral paintwork and engineered oak flooring. Built in double wardrobes which house a useful "Belfast" sink. Television aerial points with satellite connection. Ceiling light fittings. Underfloor heating.

Shower room: -2.46m x 2.41m approx.
A very stylish contemporary fully tiled shower room fitted with a white WC with closed coupled cistern; wall hung wash basin with chrome waterfall mixer tap. Mirrored vanity unit above the wash basin; fully tiled double width shower area fitted with mains powered shower, and glass screen. Matt ceiling with integrated spotlight. Under floor heating. Recessed Opaque window.

Master Bedroom: - 3.91m x 4.00m approx.
The master bedroom accessed via a solid oak door is a bright, spacious room, with double width window overlooking the side and rear of the property fitted with Venetian blinds flooding the space with abundant natural light. The room is tastefully finished in a warm, contemporary style with fresh neutral paintwork and engineered oak flooring. A made to measure contemporary book case takes up one wall, providing a focal point to the room. Television aerial points with satellite connection. Ceiling light fittings. Underfloor heating. Smoke alarm.

Utility room: - 2.44m x 1.30m approx.
A very handy utility room with built in storage units in gloss white. Tumble dryer. Engineered oak flooring. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Underfloor heating. Part glazed security door to the back garden.

Upper Floor:
Upper Gallery: -2.45m x 2.77m & 2.38m x 2.27m approx.
This beautifully presented upper hall and landing is accessed via a turned staircase with a solid oak balustrade and carpet runner creating a galleried aspect to the landing and is a beautiful introduction to the upper accommodation. The Velux window positioned directly above the staircase provides plenty natural light. One area of the hallway has creatively been turned into an exercise/gym area and has another Velux window above. To the right of the staircase is another creative use of space, where the home office/study space has been positioned very versatile space. The upper hallway has natural wooden floorboards through. Ceiling light fittings. Wall mounted radiator.

Bedroom 2: -  3.92m x 3.50m approx.
A large double bedroom flooded with natural light from traditional bay window overlooking the front of the property. Freestanding double wardrobes and plenty of space for a variety of bedroom furniture. The room is tastefully finished in a warm, contemporary style with fresh neutral paintwork and finished in fully carpeted flooring. Wall mounted radiator. Decorative ceiling light fitting. Roller blinds. Television and telephone points. 

Bedroom 3: -  3.51m x 2.57m approx.
A slightly smaller double bedroom flooded with natural light from traditional bay window overlooking the rear of the property. Built in triple wardrobes and plenty of space for a variety of bedroom furniture. The room is tastefully finished in a warm, contemporary style with fresh neutral paintwork and finished in fully carpeted flooring. Wall mounted radiator. Ceiling light fitting. Roller blinds. Television and telephone points. 

Family Bathroom: – 1.82m x 2.75m
Luxurious semi tiled en-suite bathroom fitted with a white WC with closed coupled cistern; fitted light grey vanity unit with wash basin and chrome mono-bloc tap. Fitted wall mounted mirror with light above vanity unit. Tiled splash-backs above the wash basin; fully tiled bath unit with fitted with mains powered shower over, and glass screen. Matt ceiling with recessed downlighters. Chrome wall mounted ladder central heating radiator. Traditional bay window. Slate grey tiled flooring.

Outside: 
A driveway from the main road leads into the unique development and a stone chip driveway in front of the property with parking space for several cars. A flagstone paved path leads to the front door with covered external porch and timber clad wall. To the left of the walkway is the remains of a granite farm building wall adding to the rustic feel of the development. Double patio doors from the main living and dining area lead to the south facing flagstone paved area to the front of the property which leads round to the paved patio area to the side of the lounge/family room a perfect space for entertaining and alfresco dining, it also provides a tranquil area for sitting and relaxing in the summer months and unwind listening to the wildlife that this well thought out garden attracts. Further round the garden to the left of the property there are 2 Keter garden storage sheds that are included in sale. The granite outbuilding provides additional storage space and has power and light with a small period window providing natural light, its thought that this building could be converted with the correct planning permission. The rest of the mainly south facing garden extends to down to the entrance lane of the development and is mainly laid to lawn. Part of the mature garden has a tall hedging enclosure with beautiful views across the adjacent countryside providing privacy within the garden area. The remaining areas of garden have a variety of mature trees, shrubs and perennials. 

Control System:
ABB-free@home® computerised home automation system transforms the house into an intelligent home. Whether blinds, lights, heating, air conditioning, door communication or scenes. Easy to remote control via a switch on the wall, with the laptop or with the smartphone. Very convenient.

Services: 
Water: Supplied by mains water with drainage by means of a septic tank, both of which are situated within the fue. 

Heating: The property is heated by oil fired central heating with under floor heating to the ground floor accommodation and radiators heating the upper floors. 

Electric: Mains electric. 
 
EPC – Band D

Council Tax – Band  F

These particulars do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. All statements contained therein, while believed to be correct, are not guaranteed. All measurements are approximate. Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise, as to the accuracy of each of the statements contained in these particulars. 

Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold