Meigle, Blairgowrie, PH12

This generous detached house is tucked in a quiet corner of a small, exclusive development just outside Meigle, enjoying four bedrooms, three reception areas, and two bathrooms (plus a separate WC), as well as beautifully landscaped gardens with an external games room/bar, a detached double garage, and a large multi-car driveway.

This four-bedroom, two-bathroom (plus a separate WC) detached house occupies a generous plot in a very quiet corner of a small, exclusive development of a handful of houses, just outside Meigle and surrounded by the picturesque countryside. The home enjoys an exceptionally private position with wonderful open views from the back owing to it bordering green space, and it its situated within easy reach of amenities in nearby Meigle, Coupar Angus, and Blairgowrie.

The front door is conveniently tucked under an external porch area and opens into a welcoming hallway, where the home’s tasteful and pristine interiors are immediately introduced, with neutral décor and warm oak flooring. The hall is accompanied by a built-in under-stair storage cupboard and a useful WC.

The living room and dining room enjoy a sociable open plan layout, perfect for everyday family life and entertaining alike and both continuing the attractive presentation of the entrance area with the same décor and oak flooring. The elegant living room offers plenty of space for lounge furniture configurations, all arranged around a homely marble fireplace with a fire inset. The adjoining dining room provides an ideal setting for family meals and dinner parties, with ample space for a large dining table and chairs. It is illuminated by a southwest-facing window flooding the room with sunny natural light throughout the day and framing views of the garden and the green space beyond. The third reception area, a sunroom, is connected to the kitchen via double doors, creating another sociable space in which to relax with family or entertain guests. It is filled with natural light through a wealth of glazing and features French doors opening onto a patio in the garden.

The kitchen comes very well-appointed with a wide range of contemporary, gloss-white wall and base cabinets, spacious worktops, and splashback panels, with integrated appliances comprising an oven, an induction hob, an extractor hood, a wine cooler, and a dishwasher. A breakfast bar caters for morning coffee, busy weekday breakfasts, and socialising while cooking, whilst an adjoining utility room (with external access) supplements the kitchen, with additional cabinetry, workspace, and space for laundry appliances.

The home accommodates four well-proportioned end elegant double bedrooms, with one on the ground floor and the remaining three on the first floor, approached via a staircase and landing with built-in storage. The ground-floor bedroom is supplemented by a built-in wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors and an additional cupboard, and could lend itself perfectly to a study, ideal for those requiring a quiet space to work or study from home. The remaining bedrooms are all carpeted for optimum comfort underfoot, and the principal has its own en-suite shower room. The other two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill en-suite and a dressing room with fitted storage.

The en-suite shower rooms are similarly styled with chic grey aqua panelling, and the principal’s washroom comprises a deluxe walk-in shower enclosure with a rainfall showerhead and handset, a basin set into vanity storage, and a WC. The Jack-and-Jill shower room has a walk-in enclosure, a vanity unit with an inset basin, an illuminated mirror, and a WC.

The home is kept warm by an electric heating system with a ground-source heat pump and benefits from solar panels double-glazed windows (installed in September 2023) throughout.

Externally, the home is perfectly complemented by a large, immaculately landscaped rear garden, boasting a sunny southwest-facing aspect and backing onto scenic open green space. The garden features a spacious, manicured lawn, large patio for outdoor seating and barbecues, and a border of leafy trees and hedges to two sides. It also boasts a fabulous external games room/sports bar opening onto a decked terrace, sure to be a hit during parties and a space that could lend itself to a wealth of different uses to suit the new owner. Excellent private parking is provided by a detached double garage and a large multi-car driveway.

Extras: All fitted floor coverings, window blinds (including living room remote-controlled blind), selected light fittings, and integrated kitchen appliances will be included in the sale. The washing machine, dryer, fridge/freezer, and everything in the external bar are available by separate negotiation, along with the 6-seater hot tub which has Bluetooth speakers and 140 jets.

Meigle

The home is surrounded by picturesque countryside and is situated just over two miles from Meigle. Meigle is a scenic village offering a rural lifestyle within an established residential area that is home to a Spar convenience store, charming cafes, and a local primary school. More extensive shopping with all the necessary local amenities can be found a short drive away in nearby Dundee, where there is also a train station connecting to the wider area. Once a centre for the Picts, Meigle has a rich history and a fantastic museum (the Meigle Sculpted Stone Museum), which details Pictish society and houses one of the most important collections of early medieval sculpture in Western Europe. The A-listed Belmont Castle estate adds to Meigle’s history, with its original tower (circa 1500) and stunning mansion (added in 1752). The estate is also home to Macbeth’s Stone, a large standing stone with petroglyph cup-markings, which according to legend is where Macbeth made his final stand. For outdoor activities, Meigle enjoys a wealth of countryside walks, a cricket club, and three golf courses within easy driving distance. Meigle Victory Park also provides large communal greens and idyllic walks. Secondary schooling can be found at nearby Blairgowrie High School.