Torreagles, Clola, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, AB42

Stunning church conversion in scenic, rural setting.

Description

Situated 2.5 miles from the thriving village of Mintlaw near Peterhead in Aberdeenshire, Torreagles sits in a wonderfully picturesque rural setting. Converted from a Victorian free church, this striking and characterful granite building is now a stylish residential property arranged over two floors.

The traditional stone building is in a cross shape with large glass lancet shaped windows and an impressive square bell tower entrance. Here the flagstones and exposed stone walls reveal the rich heritage of the building. At the centre of Torreagles is the magnificent cinema/games room – a generously sized space that could be reimagined in various ways. A cosy bookshelf-lined library makes a peaceful retreat. The former church hall has been converted into a dining kitchen includes dark blue cabinetry, integrated appliances, a breakfast bar and a tiled floor; the dining area features warm wood wall panelling and a beamed vaulted ceiling and there are patio doors out to the garden. Under the kitchen diner is a cellar with a domed ceiling and flagstone floor.

The five bedrooms at Torreagles are all large doubles, feature high ceilings and display some lovely original features and an unusual stepped window seat. There are two contemporary shower rooms, and the principal bedroom has a luxurious dual access bathroom with freestanding bath and separate oversized shower. Completing the ground floor is the utility/boot room.

The first floor is entirely given over to a superb sitting room which is dominated by a huge stained glass window and cross beamed ceiling.

With the necessary consents and permissions, an extensive loft space with strikingly high ceilings and generous wooden beams offers exceptional potential to extend and create additional characterful accommodation.

Outside: Torreagles sits amongst its own gardens of approximately an acre which include expanses of lawn, mature shrubs and trees along with a gravelled seating/dining area. There is also a detached circular garden room. The property enjoys a wonderful sense of privacy, being surrounded by open countryside.

Clola Church has never had a graveyard. Instead, parishioners were offered grave sites in Deer parish.

Garage: Integral to the property from the hallway is a large garage.

Historical Note: Torreagles was converted from Clola Free Church of Scotland, which was erected in 1864 on a knoll on the eastern side of the Burn of Clola in Clola on the Barony of Kinmundy. The granite church was financed through donations from the congregation and friends residing in Scotland and further afield.
The impressive stained glass window was added in 1909 and commemorates William Ferguson Kinmundy, former chairman of the Great North of Scotland Railway. The architects of Clola Free Church were Mr Archibald Campbell Douglas and Mr James Stevenson of Glasgow.

Location

About (2.5 miles) away is the thriving village of Mintlaw which has both primary and secondary schooling. Aden Country Park in Mintlaw, Aberdeenshire, is a 230 acre country park in the heart of Buchan. Aden (pronounced Aa-den), meaning ‘bonnie burn’ or ‘brae’, offers beautiful surroundings and a wide range of opportunities for relaxation and recreation. This includes Formartine and Buchan line walkway. Mintlaw itself has local shops in including two convenience stores, a small supermarket, pharmacy, medical centre, post office, a library and dental surgery. There is the MACBI Community Hub, a centre offering a range of activities including multi-gym, sports facilities including an all weather pitch, fitness and other classes for adults and children. Also located here is Aberdeenshire Farming Museum, along with a café/restaurant, garden centre, gift shop and play area.

About (10 miles) away is the town of Peterhead which is a historic coastal fishing town and the largest settlement in Aberdeenshire after Aberdeen itself, with a population of over 19,000. The town has a range of amenities including a variety of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, hotels, sporting facilities and a community centre. It also has good bus links to Aberdeen city and surrounding areas together with a Park & Ride facility at nearby Ellon which is popular with commuters.

To view Torreagles, turn off the A952 at the sign Durie Millhill. Torreagles will be on your right.

Square Footage: 3,649 sq ft



Additional Info

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Savills on

Local Authority & tax band- Property currently pays business rates.

Services: Mains water and electricity. Double glazing. Gas central heating. Private drainage.

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.