Kinnettles, Forfar, DD8

CLOSING DATE SET for Friday 24th May 2024 at 12 noon. Offers to be submitted via your solicitor to gillian.

A RARE & IMPRESSIVE COUNTRY STYLE 3/4 BEDROOM, 4/5 PUBLIC ROOMS DETACHED FARM HOUSE (261m2) SET IN OVER 3.6 ACRES WITH PADDOCK + STABLES Renovated in recent years this stand-alone farm house was built in early 1900’s and is beautifully positioned to take in the immense views of the Angus Glens & Kinnettles Castle. It really has the wow factor! 

All of the rooms are a generous size with versatility of use. The current owner has upgraded the house to a high standard and this home may appeal to those looking for a quiet rural location, perfect for keen gardeners, and horse / animal lovers!

DIRECTIONS & IMPORTANT NOTE: What3words: successes.cyber.strutting 

From Dundee, take the A90 northbound, exiting at the Gateside / Inverarity junction. Take left at the T junction at the bottom of slip road then follow the road to the Yopa For Sale sign.

From the north or west, take the A94 Forfar / Coupar Angus / Glamis Road turning at sign Hayston / Arniefoul. Follow road to brow of the hill then take left, follow road until the Yopa For Sale sign.

While there is access to and from the property from Douglastown / Kinnettles, this track is not advisable in anything other than a 4x4 vehicle. It is advised to take the directions above, as that track is suitable for all vehicles.

Viewing Arrangements: Please request your viewing directly online or contact YOPA on . Alternatively you can call Gillian the local YOPA agent or the local team on

Home Report Valuation £425,000: Download the report directly from the Yopa advert at – Search Angus. Or copy and paste the link below to your browser to request the report. Alternatively, you can call

Angus Council Tax Band: F                                      

EPC Band: E                                   

Tenure: FREEHOLD

MORE ABOUT THE PROPERTY…

Entering the front porch with flag stone flooring, it has a lovely window overlooking the hills and a half glass panel door takes you into the inner hallway where the impressive wooden balustrade and carpeted staircase takes you to the upper floor bedrooms and bathrooms. As you walk around this home you will appreciate the light and brightness of this house with many detailed period features carefully restored and mixed with modern decorative tones. From the hallway there is a lobby area to a generous size understairs storage cupboard ideal for coats and shoes and a conveniently located WC fitted with a two-piece white suite.

The formal lounge is a beautiful welcoming room with windows capturing the views from all angles and a feature open fireplace with wooden mantle and stone hearth. This room could also make an additional bedroom if desired.

Across the hallway is the lovely formal dining room complete with feature fireplace, carpeted flooring, recessed glass display cabinet with storage below, generous space for dining table and chairs and further seating if desired. From here, there are two sets of double doors leading into the sunroom and the family dining kitchen.

The sunroom is a bright spacious room, with carpeted flooring. Windows throughout cascade natural light and patio doors lead out to the rear garden. 

Accessing through from the dining room or hallway into the fabulous open plan family dining kitchen, this space is a real hub of the house providing a social kitchen with dining space, and an archway through to the family lounge area which has carpeted flooring, generous space for lounge furnishings and patio doors to the rear garden and of course the amazing countryside views.

The well-equipped modernised country style kitchen is fitted with a range of base units with coordinated wooden worksurfaces and a wall plate/shelf unit. Attractive splashback tiling, twin Belfast sinks and a range style cooker with extractor hood above and integrated dishwasher are included in the sale. A walk-in pantry with a window, has wall shelving and provides perfect storage for more kitchen appliances and food storage etc.

Through to the rear hallway with rear door access to the garden and driveway, you come to the utility room complete with fitted base units incorporating a stainless-steel sink unit and plumbed space below for a washing machine. The oil central heating boiler is located here.

Across the rear hallway is the study/home office which is great quiet room with views over the countryside and the ideal place to work from for those home workers.

Up the carpeted staircase to the upper landing where there is a generous walk-in storage cupboard, ceiling hatch giving access to the loft space, and all the bedrooms lead from here.

Bedroom 1 is a delight to walk into, it is a spacious double room with plenty of space for extra furnishings such as sofa and dressing table etc. The views are spectacular from here. There are 3 built-in wardrobes providing lots of useful storage space and an ensuite bathroom with separate shower enclosure housing a mains power rainfall shower and lovely traditional features.

Next is the family bathroom consisting of a three-piece suite, complete with stone tile effect flooring and ceiling spotlights.

Bedrooms 2 & 3 are both generous sized double bedrooms with again the great views and built-in wardrobe and eaves storage.

EXTERNALLY

Generous enclosed garden grounds wrap around the house, mainly laid to lawn and bordered with some trees, shrubs, wall and gated fencing. A secluded patio seating area is perfect for those summer BBQ’s. There is a generous stone chipped driveway area offering easy parking and turning for several vehicles. Beyond is the stable block with 2 stable bays, a tack storage room with power and light. The open paddock is perfect flat land for horses to graze.

ROOM MEASUREMENTS

Ground Floor

Lounge/Bedroom 4: 15’4 x 16’6 (4.67m x 5.03m)

Dining Room: 23’6 x 15’9 (7.16m x 4.80m)

Sunroom: 15’5 x 16’6 (4.70m x 5.03m)

Open Plan Family Lounge: 22’0 x 15’0 (6.71m x 4.57m) At the widest points

Dining Kitchen: 22’2 x 15’4 (6.76m x 4.67m)

Pantry: 6’4 x 6’6 (1.93m x 1.98m)

Utility Room: 8’10 x 6’6 (2.69m x 1.98m)

Office: 6’8 x 11’11 (2.03m x 3.63m)

WC: 6’0 x 4’2 (1.83m x 1.27m)

First Floor

Bedroom 1: 21’0 x 17’8 (6.40m x 5.38m)

En-suite: 10’9 x 8’10 (3.28m x 2.69m)

Bedroom 2: 13’10 x 15’1 (4.22m x 4.60m)

Bedroom 3: 13’10 x 17’4 (4.22m x 5.28m)

Family Bathroom: 8’9 x 5’9 (2.67m x 1.75m)

AMENITIES, SCHOOLS & TRANSPORT LINKS

Nearby Forfar (approx. 5 miles) is a vibrant town with all amenities you need close to hand, with leading supermarkets, restaurants, bars, good primary schools, recently built and great secondary school with adjoining sports centre, golf club, medical centres and a local hospital.  Forfar have a monthly farmers market throughout the year.  Other places of interest in Forfar are the Meffan Gallery and Museum, Merton Farm Nature Reserve and unveil the past at the ancient Kinnettles Castle and Glamis Castle. Or enjoy the tranquillity of RSPB Loch of Kinnordy with a scenic stroll.

The picturesque town of Forfar is home to several historical attractions. Forfar Loch Country Park is a great place to take in the natural beauty of the area. The Restenneth Priory is a must-see for history buffs, and the Forfar Meffan Museum is a great place to learn about the town's rich heritage.

This location is in the heart of Angus with most surrounding Angus towns reached within 15-30 minutes. The cities of Dundee (approx. 30 minutes’ drive) or Aberdeen (approx. 1 hour) each have train stations with regular train services to the north and south plus airports.

For sports enthusiasts Angus offers everything on your doorstep from walking in the Glens, to amazing Angus coastline beaches, with fishing, golf, etc all nearby.

Don’t delay with this rare gem you really must view to appreciate it!

Disclaimer

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