The Old Granary & Home Farm, Drybridge, Buckie, Moray, AB56

A charming pair of traditional properties, each very individual in their offering, in a wonderful rural setting once at the heart of the larger Letterfourie Estate.

Description

The Old Granary and Mill along with Home Farm have been thoughtfully developed to offer homes of distinctive charm and character, blending craftsmanship with modern comfort. Set amidst the tranquil countryside of Moray, these properties present a unique proposition for buyers seeking flexible living arrangements. This could be for multi-generational living, a private retreat or a commercial venture such as holiday lets. The Old Granary home showcases a rich palette of natural materials and heritage features including extensive use of Caithness slate flooring, solid oak flooring, traditional wood panelling and stud doors. Equally impressive, Home Farm complements The Old Granary with its own original features and versatile layout offering further flexible accommodation.

The Old Granary: A home of exceptional character and thoughtful design, The Old Granary blends traditional craftsmanship with modern functionality, offering a warm and welcoming living environment.

Upon entering, a spacious boot/laundry room is both stylish and practical, with two large windows flooding the space with natural light, whilst full height storage cupboards provide ample room for coats, boots and household essentials. A Belfast style sink and plumbing for laundry appliances complete the space. Adjacent, a charming cloakroom features a white vanity basin and a traditional Thunderbox WC with wood panelled walls and a timber-lined ceiling.

A peaceful study offers a quiet retreat, with timber-lined walls, fitted bookcases, and the added security of two safes. From here, an inner hallway leads to a generous larder fitted with base units and offering space for an upright refrigerator and freezer. A high level hatch provides access to the loft, enhancing the home’s storage options.

At the heart of the property lies the impressive dining kitchen. This beautifully proportioned room has four windows overlooking the garden and a stable style door opening to the courtyard. A stone fireplace with a wood burning stove and a shelved alcove creates a striking focal point. The kitchen is fitted with bespoke base units and timber worktops, including an oversized bespoke display dresser unit for additional cabinetry. A standout feature is the four oven Everhot range, finished in a distinctive colour that adds both style and substance.

The dining room is an elegant and light filled space with three windows and a door to the courtyard, ideal for entertaining. For more relaxed moments, the snug/sitting room offers a cosy atmosphere in winter with French doors that invite the outdoors in during spring and summer. A glass fronted display alcove sits beside the fireplace which houses another wood burning stove, perfect for cooler evenings.

The guest bedroom is a comfortable double with two windows, built in wardrobes and a stylish en suite bathroom featuring a WC, vanity basin and a deep roll top bath. The principal bedroom is a serene and spacious room with dual aspect windows, built in wardrobes, and a luxurious en suite with a roll top bath, vanity basin and WC.

Home Farm: Natural light is a defining feature of Home Farm, enhancing the sense of space and tranquillity. A secondary entrance allows access from the stables. The original entrance includes understair storage and leads into the beautifully appointed sitting room with a large picture window overlooking the orchard and a fireplace with a wood burning stove.

In a similar tone to The Old Granary, the dining kitchen is equally impressive. Two large picture windows offer courtyard views. Extensive base units have timber worksurfaces and are complemented by a scarlet two oven AGA and an external door opening onto a terrace- the perfect alfresco spot.

A boot room/utility area adds further practicality, with an adjacent larger room that includes plumbing for a shower if required. Next door is the cloakroom with WC and wash basin. An internal door leads into the former stables, offering excellent potential for further development.

Upstairs a carpeted staircase leads to bedrooms two and three. A further landing gives access to a family bathroom with a white three piece suite, including an elongated bath, WC and wash basin, along with a separate shower enclosure housing an electric shower. The principal bedroom on this level is bright and spacious with three windows and built in wardrobes completing the accommodation.

Outside: The Old Granary enjoys a generous rear garden, perfectly positioned on the northeast elevation to capture stunning views across the Moray Firth, offering a peaceful and picturesque backdrop. On the southwest elevation a private driveway area provides a pleasant outlook over the former central courtyard. The grounds surrounding The Old Granary extend to about 2.4 acres, offering ample space for outdoor living, gardening and relaxation. The wider Home Farm grounds extend to about a further 6.5 acres. Thoughtfully landscaped, the grounds include a well maintained garden, a delightful amenity woodland and a 2 acre paddock, ideal for grazing or equestrian use. The gardens have been lovingly designed to showcase seasonal colour, with springtime bringing a vibrant carpet of bluebells and daffodils, creating a truly enchanting setting. Eight unconverted small bothies now serve as sheltered structures for established rambling roses, adding character and charm to the garden landscape. The grazing paddock, bordered by extensive hawthorn hedging, enjoys elevated sea views, making it a standout feature for those seeking a rural lifestyle with coastal beauty. As part of the Home Farm offering, the adjacent former stables are well maintained and include four loose box stalls, complete with power, lighting and a double glazed window, providing excellent facilities for equestrian or hobby use.

Garage: Home Farm provides a garage adjacent to the stables. There are recently replaced rafters, power, light and concrete floor. Along with the vehicular door is a personnel door into the stables.

Location

Letterfourie has a desirable position situated about (3 miles) from the Moray Firth coastline. The surrounding landscaped is typified by its striking coastline and undulating farmland. The area is renowned for its milder climate, low rainfall and its production of malting barley which supplies many whisky distilleries in the region. The nearby towns of Fochabers, Cullen and Buckie Provide a host of services including supermarkets, garage, doctor’s surgery, dental practice, as well as a primary schooling. Scenic boat trips from Buckie harbour can be arranged to spot the famous Moray Firth dolphins. The town of Elgin, about (18 miles) away, offers a wider range of everyday services, with supermarkets and a selection of independent retailers as well as banks, a hospital, primary and secondary schooling. Private schooling is available at Gordonstoun (private co-educational, day and boarding) which is about (23 miles) to the west. The area has excellent communications. The A96 lies only (6 miles) to the east which is the main road connecting Inverness (57 miles) and Aberdeen (65 miles). Both cities offer domestic and international flights as well as a daily direct railway services to London including an overnight sleeper train. More locally the train can be taken from Huntly and Keith to either city. Moray is a popular tourist destination for both the domestic and international market. Famous for its rich history in food and whisky production, it is home to over half of the distilleries in Scotland. The nearby River Spey offers renowned salmon and sea trout fishing. The area is also known for its field sports including driven pheasant and partridge days. There a are a number of well managed grouse moors close by with stalking also available. Letterfourie is well positioned to access a wealth of walking, hiking and cycling opportunities, including those offered along the Moray coastline and Cairngorms National Park that attract many national and international visitors to the region each year. Away from the hills, there are numerous golf courses in the county with two local courses at Buckie (Buckpool and Strathlene) and other courses at Cullen, Banff, Spey Bay, Garmouth and MacDuff.

Square Footage: 4,898 sq ft


Acreage: 8 Acres

Additional Info

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Savills on

Services: Water is shared by a private borehole which serves the The Old Granary & Home Farm. Mains electricity. Private drainage.

Listing: The Old Granary Category B

Miscellaneous: The properties are approached from a minor road running through the well wooded farmland and by a short section of private driveway from this minor 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.