Lenchie, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31

Set on an elevated site with superb south facing views over the surrounding countryside. Versatile garage space and studio building.

Description

Nestled in a wonderful countryside setting, this charming detached house offers recently refurbished accommodation over two floors, thoughtfully extended to the front and rear to enhance both space and functionality.

Upon entering, the welcoming hallway leads to a convenient cloakroom fitted with a WC and wash basin, ideal for guests. A generous utility room provides ample space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, with additional room to create a boot room area- perfect for busy family life or country living.

The heart of the home is the recently upgraded kitchen, featuring stylish sage green base and wall units, complemented by mosaic tile splashbacks. A central island offers extra storage and casual seating, making this a sociable and functional space. Patio doors open onto a raised deck, framing a spectacular south-facing view across open countryside- an ideal spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The cosy sitting room shares the same sunny aspect and tranquil outlook, creating a warm and inviting space to unwind. Also on the ground floor is a versatile double bedroom, served by an adjacent contemporary shower room with a white suite and an oversized shower enclosure. The original front porch- now cleverly repurposed as a dressing room- adds a unique and practical touch.

Upstairs, the landing is spacious enough to accommodate a reading nook or seating area to take full advantage of the views. Both double bedrooms on this level enjoy the same picturesque outlook, making the most of the home’s elevated position

Outside: Set within generous garden grounds to the front, side, and rear, this property enjoys a wealth of outdoor space, thoughtfully planted with a variety of established shrubs and flowering plants that provide vibrant colour and seasonal interest throughout the year.

A standout feature is the delightful raised timber deck, perfectly positioned to make the most of the south-facing aspect. This idyllic alfresco spot is ideal for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing while soaking in the uninterrupted countryside views.

The garden boundaries are defined by a mix of mature hedging, timber fencing, and post-and-wire fencing, offering both privacy and a natural aesthetic that complements the rural setting.

Adding further appeal is a charming timber-built L-shaped studio, enjoying the same stunning views as the main house. Currently arranged as a lounge/kitchen, bedroom, boxroom, and shower room, this versatile space is ideal as a home studio- perfect for use as a writer’s or artist’s retreat. With the appropriate consents, the studio offers exciting potential for conversion to residential use, providing flexible options for extended family, guest accommodation, or even holiday letting.

Garage: Detached single garage of timber construction and large picture window.

Location

Lenchie is situated close to the small yet thriving rural community of Finzean. Set amidst rolling fields, woods and hills, at the heart of Finzean lies the splendid community hall which hosts many local events and activities. Within Finzean there is also the village primary school, parish church and Finzean farm shop and tea room. Many other outdoor leisure activities are available locally, including hill walking, horse riding, fishing, gliding and golf. The picturesque River Dee is within easy reach, as is the nearby Cairngorm National Park offering further opportunities for outdoor pursuits.

Banchory, about 8 miles to the east and considered to be the gateway to Royal Deeside, is a popular town located along the River Dee and overlooked by the renowned Scolty Hill. Within Banchory there is a good range of amenities, including specialist shopping, two large supermarkets, banking, restaurants, a garden centre, hotels, sports centre, swimming pool, library, health centre and several dentists. There are pre-school facilities available in addition to two primary schools and Banchory Academy which caters for secondary education. Banchory Sports Village includes a six lane swimming pool. Banchory is also well located for access to the ski resorts at Glenshee and the Lecht during the winter months.

An attractive small Victorian town, Aboyne has a supermarket, academy and primary school and an excellent community centre providing a theatre/cinema, full size swimming pool, badminton courts, library and gym. The town also has a health centre and cottage hospital. The popular village green provides the setting for the historic Aboyne Highland Games every August, while the Deeside Way, a popular walking and cycling route, is also accessible from Aboyne.

Square Footage: 1,356 sq ft



Additional Info

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Savills on

Services: Mains electricity. Private water and drainage. Heating is provided by an air source heat pump. Most of the windows have been replaced in recent times with PVC double glazing. There are 10 photovoltaic panels.

Miscellaneous: The garage and studio are located on the far side of the estate access road.

Fixtures & Fittings: Standard fixtures and fittings are included in the sale.

Servitude rights, burdens and wayleaves: The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves, including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether contained in the Title Deeds or informally constituted and whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. The Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied himself as to the nature of all such servitude rights and others.

Possession: Vacant possession and entry will be given on completion.

Offers: Offers, in Scottish legal form, must be submitted by your solicitor to the Selling Agents. It is intended to set a closing date but the seller reserves the right to negotiate a sale with a single party. All genuinely interested parties are advised to instruct their solicitor to note their interest with the Selling Agents immediately after inspection.

Deposit: A deposit of 10% of the purchase price may be required. It will be paid within 7 days of the conclusion of Missives. The deposit will be non-returnable in the event of the Purchaser(s) failing to complete the sale for reasons not attributable to the Seller or his agents.