6 Fetteresso Castle, Fetteresso, Stonehaven, AB39

Steeped in local and national history, and offering a unique opportunity to acquire one of seven bespoke properties within the imposing Fetteresso Castle, we are excited to offer for sale this impressive 4 BEDROOM MID TERRACE HOME, enjoying stunning views over the expansive castle grounds and across the rolling countryside.
Originally a 14th Century tower house, the castle was rebuilt in 1761 as a Scottish gothic style Palladian Manor, and passed by marriage in the 14th century to the Clan Keith Earls of Marischal. Bonnie Prince Charlie's father, the “Old Pretender", visited the castle in 1715, and is reported to have been proclaimed King James VIII of Scotland in front of the doorway with the date-stone of 1671. This date-stone remains exposed and is proudly displayed within the kitchen of No.6.
Fetteresso Castle was thoughtfully converted into dwelling houses in approximately 1993. Situated on the periphery of Stonehaven town, the castle is perfectly positioned to offer the buyer an ideal blend of town and country living, within a pleasant walk to the town’s amenities and travel links to Aberdeen. This exceptionally spacious family home spans 3 floors and offers the discerning purchaser the opportunity to own a versatile family home set within beautifully maintained grounds. Enjoying the services of oil fired central heating and double glazing, the property features many eye catching details and evidence of the former castle throughout.
The ground floor accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance vestibule that opens into the grand entrance hall, with use of a WC cloakroom. The kitchen is situated at the rear of the property where you will find the exposed 1671 date-stone and access out to the rear courtyard. The kitchen features a range of quality base, wall & drawer units, induction hob, integrated fridge-freezer and dishwasher together with a double Belfast sink. The dining room, with feature stone wall and floor, provides an impressive space for family dining and formal entertaining. Upstairs, the first floor landing leads to the formal lounge, tastefully decorated in neutral tones, and boasting a decorative fireplace as a central focal point, which could be returned to an open fire if desired. Bedroom 3 leads through to its own turret room, currently housing a round bed, however would make an equally unique dressing room. Bedroom 4 has ample storage space, including fitted double wardrobe and concealed 'priest-hole'. Ascending to the second floor, the elegant master bedroom benefits from a beautifully appointed en-suite shower room. There is more to bedroom 2 than meets the eye with a door opening into a splendid turret room that in turn leads to the top turret. With open views over the adjacent countryside towards Stonehaven this incredible space is currently used as a music room, but lends itself to a variety of uses. Completing this stunning home is a well-appointed family bathroom fitted with a 3 piece white suite and shower over bath. Outside, the property enjoys beautiful surroundings and a share in approximately 7 acres of mature, beautifully maintained wooded gardens. Number 6 has its own private lawn to the front of the property and double garage to the rear with power and light . There is ample parking available to the front of the property and at the garage area.