St Cyrus, Montrose, DD10

EXTENDED TWO- STOREY DETACHED 4 BEDROOM COTTAGE 107m2 In the heart of the coastal village of St Cyrus, Whitelea Cottage was built in the late 1890’s and extended in the 1960’s. The ground floor area includes a spacious lounge, dining kitchen, utility room, two double bedrooms plus a bathroom. Upstairs to two further double bedrooms. A gated driveway provides parking at the front for several cars, and a suntrap garden with lovely views at the rear, with 3 sheds and a super-size summer house. Request your viewing now!

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Aberdeenshire Council Tax Band: D                    

EPC: E                

Tenure: FREEHOLD

MORE ABOUT THE PROPERTY…

All light fittings, appliances as stated and fitted floorings will be included in the sale. The property benefits from oil central heating and double glazing. The oil heating boiler was renewed in 2019.

There are three entrance doors to the cottage but coming in at the side from the garden into the utility room which is rear facing, here is a handy area for taking off your coat and shoes. The room is fitted with a range of base units with a wooden work surface incorporating a stainless-steel sink with plumbed space for an automatic washing machine and space for a tumble dryer.  There is tile effect laminate flooring which flows through to the kitchen.

Heading into the front and side facing dining kitchen and the hub of the home, it is fitted with a generous range of base and wall units with coordinated wooden worksurfaces incorporating a one and a half stainless-steel sink and tile effect splashback. Integrated appliances include a ceramic hob with extractor hood above and electric oven below, plus a dishwasher. There are ceiling light fittings and plenty of space for a dining table.

The lounge is a spacious and welcoming room, featuring patio doors that open onto the decking area, along with a front-facing window that allows for plenty of natural light. A feature is the fireplace with a wooden surround and stone hearth, complemented by a charming multi-fuel stove capable of heating the entire house. Wall and ceiling light fittings are included as part of the sale.

Through to the rear hallway the carpeted staircase takes you to the upper floor and a conveniently located understairs storage cupboard. There is an external door from here to the rear garden.

At ground floor level, Bedroom 1 benefits from mirrored fitted wardrobes, providing both shelving and hanging space. The room features wooden flooring and a front-facing window that allows for plenty of natural light, creating a bright and practical living space.

The bathroom is a modern, front-facing space fitted with a three-piece suite comprising a bath with electric shower over, wash hand basin, and WC. The room is finished to a modern standard, offering a practical and comfortable family bathroom.

Bedroom 2 features an ornate fireplace with hearth, adding character to the room. It benefits from wall lighting and double mirrored sliding wardrobes offering both shelving and hanging space. The room is particularly bright, with both front and rear-facing windows providing excellent natural light and a pleasant dual aspect.

Ascending the carpeted staircase leads to the landing, where there is a double-door storage cupboard fitted with hanging rails, providing useful additional storage space.

Upstairs are Bedrooms 3 and 4, both of which are spacious rooms featuring front-facing Velux windows that provide plenty of natural light. The rooms are finished with ceiling spotlights, offering a modern and bright feel throughout.

Externally

At the front of the property, a gated driveway provides off-street parking for several vehicles. The garden wraps around the cottage to the rear, where there are beautiful open countryside views. There are lawned garden areas to the front and side, along with two sheds and a fantastic double-door summer house with two windows overlooking the garden, offering excellent versatility as a home office, games room, or storage space.

To the rear, there is a superb decking area that creates a real suntrap, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the countryside outlook. The garden also features a fish pond, an outdoor tap and a wooden shed which will remain as part of the sale. 

Room Measurements

Ground Floor

Utility Room: 14’3 x 5’10 (4.34m × 1.78m)

Lounge: 15’2 x 17’1 (4.62m × 5.21m)

Dining Kitchen: 13’8 x 11’ (4.17m × 3.35m)

Bedroom 1: 10’7 x 8’9 (3.23m × 2.67m)

Bathroom: 6’6 x 5’9 (1.98m × 1.75m)

Bedroom 2: 8’9 x 15’ (2.67m × 4.57m)

Upper Floor

Bedroom 3: 12’6 x 10’6 (3.81m × 3.20m)

Bedroom 4: 8’10 x 10’6 (2.69m × 3.20m)

External

Summerhouse: 14’9 x 19’6 (4.50m × 5.94m) (at widest points)

AMENITIES, SCHOOLS & TRANSPORT

In the heart of this small popular coastal village of St Cyrus, which itself is set above a dramatic cliff with the coastline and renowned sandy beach at its foot. This part of the coastline has sandy bays and red sandstone cliffs. As well as St Cyrus, other popular beaches are found at Lunan Bay and Montrose. Nearby Johnshaven is a small fishing village just north of St Cyrus, from where sea fishing is available. Both St Cyrus Beach and Montrose Basin are Nature Reserves. There are lovely walks, both on the beach and in nearby woods.

St Cyrus has a primary school, together with a post office and general store and close by play park. More extensive range of shopping, business and leisure facilities are found in nearby Montrose and Laurencekirk each just 10 minutes driving time.

Secondary education is available in Montrose, or at Mearns Academy in Laurencekirk or Mackie Academy in Stonehaven. Lathallan (7 miles) is a well-known private school and on the bus route for collecting the children.

The X7 bus service is excellent and travels through the village offering an hourly service to Aberdeen and Dundee calling at local towns along the way including a direct journey to Ninewells Hospital Dundee. Local train stations are at either nearby Montrose or Laurencekirk.

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