Garden Wood, Aberdeenshire, Banchory, AB31

This delightful home sits in a tranquil, elevated setting. The property is a pretty bungalow nestled in a wraparound garden with well-established shrubs, trees and colourful flowers.

Approaching the property, you can see there are two driveways. To the side, room for two cars and there is a garage with electric up and over door. To the front of the house there is also space for two cars and three steps down to the front door. Colourful, well established flower beds cover the front area and to the side - a wrap around garden. Coming in the front door to the hallway – plenty of natural light and all level access throughout – the kitchen is on your right. A fair-sized room with large window facing the front, it boasts a good selection of base cupboards and wall units. Ample worksurface and white goods make this a great place for preparing and cooking. A further door leads to the dining area of the large lounge room.

Back in the hall, to the left is a bedroom with front facing window and built in wardrobes – light and airy room. From the hall you can also access the Master bedroom, with rear facing window looking out onto the back garden and woodland. This room also has built in wardrobes and space for free standing furniture. Next to this room is the bathroom with 3-piece suite in pale tones, window to rear and shower over the bath. Storage cupboard in hall has shelves and houses the hot water tank. The property has modern electric heating and operates on Economy 10 timings. 

Bevelled glass and wood doors lead us into the large and light filled Lounge – L shaped with a dining area to the front. The lounge is a beautifully decorated, inviting space that offers a variety of layout options. Triple aspect large windows at the rear and side walls, make this a wonderfully light and airy space. A visually pleasing fireplace with electric fire, mantlepiece and hearth. A glass door facing the back, allows you to easily step into a wonderful decked sitting area and the rest of the garden. This room is a warm and welcoming space, from where the garden can be enjoyed, as well as the woodland beyond. The French windows open onto a robust, decked area with a delightful balustrade. Perfect for relaxing, eating al fresco, sharing time with family or simply taking in the peace, quiet and wildlife around.

Flanked by some tall and stunning trees, you can hear the burn nearby, admire the shrubbery and flowers – it is a beautiful haven. Down the decking steps to the rest of the garden, potting areas, access to the garage - making this a wonderful place for keen gardeners. Currently set with beds, pots and trees beyond the boundaries, this is not overlooked and affords great privacy. Garden Wood sits within the environs of the Inchmarlo development, allowing people to live independently but be able to access services if needed – please see Inchmarlo information sheet next to the floorplan in the documents section here. There is communal electricity around the estate garden areas – making it lit in the evening and lovely to walk around.

There is a communal space called The Lodge that all residents can use to meet up, attend activities, have events etc. Residents are involved in the Inchmarlo meetings and encouraged to have their say, give feedback/suggestions, and help shape the services and activities. There is a minibus service from Inchmarlo, to Banchory, which is bookable for all residents. The monthly service charges are detailed in the Inchmarlo document next to the floorplan here.

Location Banchory is a picturesque town nestled along the River Dee. Banchory has an exceptional range of shops including several supermarkets, post office, hardware shop, home stores, doctors, dentists and a garden centre. There are various independent coffee shops, restaurants, pubs, hotels in addition to many take away establishments. For anyone who enjoys the outdoors Banchory has an 18 hole and 9-hole golf course, driving range, tennis courts, bowling green and Fishing loch all close by. The Sports village has a 25m swimming pool and gym. The King George V Park is home to famous Banchory agricultural Show. An abundance of river and hill walks take in the breath-taking scenery. Local landmarks include Scotly Hill, Falls of Feugh and Crathes Castle. A bus service runs from Braemar to Aberdeen in addition to a local village bus. Banchory is within an easy commute to Dyce, Westhill and the AWPR with the city Centre being a 30 minutes’ drive away. Aberdeen has parks, shops, theatres, cinemas, lovely beach as well as a train station, bus links and an airport, making it the perfect gateway to any part of the country, or overseas on holiday!  

Dimensions:

Hallway

Kitchen: 3.09m x 2.23m (10’2” x 7’4”) approx.

Lounge/Dining room: 6.98m x 5.30m (22’11” x 17’5”) approx.

Bedroom Two: 3.96m x 3.07m (13’ x 10’1”) approx.

Bedroom One: 3.32m x 2.28m (10’11” x 7’6”) approx.

Bathroom

(Outside)

3 Garden Wood is in walk in condition, with beautiful gardens and an undisturbed outlook to the woods.

Parking, a garage, proximity to Banchory and all the many amenities it offers, whilst living in such tranquil surroundings, make this an ideal place to retire to and enjoy.

Directions:

To reach Inchmarlo,  travel approximately once mile west of Banchory on the A93. The entrance to the Inchmarlo Estate is clearly visible from the road, turn right into the driveway. Follow the road in, keep straight on over the two sets of sleeping policemen. Bear right at the signage for Garden Wood. Heading up, take the first left and no. 3 is the second house on the left-hand side. 

OFFERS OVER £175,000

Council Tax Band E

EPC : D

EPC rating: D. Tenure: Freehold,