Abbey Crescent, Forres, IV36 3FJ

Located in a well-established and tidy residential area, 3 Abbey Crescent is a beautifully decorated family home with considerable character. Situated in Kinloss, only a couple of miles from Findhorn Bay, the property is in a location that enjoys a fabulous climate and several local areas of interest. Constructed in 1975, the house is accessed via a generous front garden that features a pretty, grey-painted pergola. Whitewashed and with architectural details finished in dark grey, the house has a tidy and elegant facia.

A small but elegant hall leads into a cosy living room decorated with an ochre-painted feature wall and another finished in grey and ochre horizontal stripes, emphasising the room’s length. The striking colour scheme creates a beautifully warm and welcoming space. The open-plan kitchen-dining room is delightful and can be accessed from the living room or the hallway. The dining area is painted a cool green, which perfectly offsets the warmth of the wooden-fronted cabinets. These are further elevated by the good amounts of natural light that fills the kitchen. A light-coloured breakfast bar wraps around to create a U-shaped layout that delineates a practical working area. With a wide floor space, the kitchen is beautifully finished and complements the dining area well.

Straight carpeted stairs lead to the four bedrooms, each individually decorated in striking and attractive colour schemes. The bedrooms all have good amounts of space and lovely views. The principal bedroom is finished in a dramatic raspberry on two walls, creating a vibrant but relaxed feel due to the discerning use of neutral colours used elsewhere in the room to soften it. A second bedroom is finished in a deep but delicate blue, again complemented by a taupe backdrop. This room has two windows and space that could be clearly defined as a play or desk area. Bedrooms three and four are decorated equally boldly, one in orange, the other in green. These are finished with good aesthetic consideration and work very well in their respective space. Both rooms have built-in cupboards. The family bathroom is fully tiled in stone-coloured tiles. It has a bath with a shower over it, a vanity unit and white sanitary ware.

The garden is enclosed with stylish painted timber fencing and is laid with grass and block paving. A large shed is at the back of the garden and there is access to the carpark beyond via a gate. At 114 m2 and with a good energy performance rating of C, 3 Abbey Crescent is not only spacious and practical but also a truly charming and beautifully decorated house. It offers a vibrant and welcoming home for a family, particularly one that enjoys proximity to the type of landscape, outdoor activities, and community feel that is abundant in the area.


ABOUT FORRES
Just 25 miles from Inverness and 10 miles from Nairn, the former Royal Burgh of Forres is an easily accessible historic town well served by excellent roads, rail and bus links, and air links via the relatively close Inverness Airport, which has regular flights to London, Bristol, Dublin and Amsterdam. Set between an iconic Scottish landscape and the beauty of the Moray Firth, Forres gives easy access to some exceptional and world-famous locations while retaining its own identity as a friendly, picturesque, community-focused town.

The centre of Forres is known for its uniqueness and has an abundance of independent shops and services, often with an eclectic and artistic edge. Its proximity to Findhorn Bay, renowned for its sailing and beach and the Findhorn Foundation make Forres an attractive area for visitors from around the globe. It is also known for its fertile landscape, aided by the unusually mild micro-climate in the area. With a population of 10,000 and growing, Forres is remarkably self-sufficient. There are doctors, dentists, a leisure and swimming pool in the town and several places of worship. Primary and secondary education is well provided and Aberlour House and Gordonstoun School are just 12 miles away. Tourism, retail, creative industries, hospitality and agriculture are important forms of employment in the area, making Forres a fabulous choice for locals and visitors.


GENERAL INFORMATION:
Services: Mains Water & drainage, electric and gas.
Council Tax Band: C
EPC Rating: C (72)
Entry Date: Early entry available
Home Report: Available on request.
Viewings: 7 Days a week accompanied by agent.
Included in the sale: All floor coverings curtains and blinds and all integrated kitchen appliances.



ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING LEGISLATION
As with all Estate Agents, Hamish is subject to Anti Money Laundering Regulations. These regulations require us as selling agents, to perform various checks on the property buyers and any offer presented to us must be accompanied by the current address, date of birth, and of proof of funds for all purchasers and of any family members who may be gifting deposits. From time to time, certified photographic evidence of the buyer’s identity and proof of address may also be required. We are unable to progress any sale to completion, until these requirements have been fully satisfied.


INTEREST:
It is important your solicitor notifies this office of your interest otherwise the property may be sold without your knowledge. Hamish strongly recommend that you discuss any particular points regarding the property which are likely to affect your interest in the property with them prior to viewing. Interested parties are advised to notify their interest, in writing, with Hamish as a closing date for offers may be set. The seller reserves the right to accept an offer made privately prior to any closing date and further, the seller is not bound to accept the highest, or indeed, any offer. These particulars, whilst believed to be correct do not and cannot form part of any contract. The measurements have been taken using a sonic tape measure and therefore are for guidance only.