Karura, Milton Of Grange, Forres, IV36 2TR

Karura is a truly delightful 3-bed detached bungalow occupying an enviable, elevated, position commanding superb views over open farmland and the beautiful Findhorn Bay beyond.  Whilst enjoying a peaceful, semi-rural location with superb walks and cycle routes from the doorstep, all the amenities of Forres are just minutes away, including shops, schools, medical and leisure provision and transport links to Inverness, Aberdeen and beyond.

Accommodation

In move-in condition, accommodation is all on ground floor level and comprises living room diner, modern kitchen with breakfast room/utility space, recently installed shower room and three double bedrooms, one of which has an ensuite WC.  Karura would make a wonderful family home or a comfortable prospect for those wishing to downsize in tranquil surroundings.  An integral garage with power and a water supply, large driveway and pretty gardens complete the picture.

Enter through the front door with glazed panels and a side screen into the handy vestibule/boot room, offering an ideal spot for shedding outdoor wear in inclement weather.  A further glazed door leads into the welcoming L-shaped hallway.

The spacious, dual aspect, living room is bathed in natural light flowing in through the large front-facing picture window and the rear-facing window of the dining area.  Whilst this reception room is semi open plan, an attractive Fyfe stone wall suggests a clever distinction in functionality.  An adjoining door from the dining room into the kitchen facilitates a seamless dining/entertaining experience.

Fitted with a stylish range of contemporary upper and lower cabinets, contrasting worktops and metro tiled backsplash, the kitchen has been thoughtfully designed and features integrated appliances including induction hob with extractor above, dishwasher, double oven, microwave and fridge freezer.  Open plan to the kitchen is the lovely rear-facing breakfast room/utility space looking out to the well-tended gardens and the far-reaching views beyond.  The pleasant breakfast room has in-built storage and ample space for a breakfasting table; just the most perfect spot to enjoy that morning coffee whilst watching a wide variety of garden birds. A convenient external door leads out to the gardens.

Another highlight of this beautifully maintained property is the recently installed shower room. With clean lines and high-quality fixtures, the shower room comprises a 2-piece white suite comprising WC with concealed cistern and an inset washbasin with striking navy-blue cabinets beneath. The chic walk-in shower enclosure houses an electric shower and is lined with wet wall material.

All three bedrooms are bright, generous, doubles and contain built-in wardrobes.  Two of the bedrooms have front-facing windows and one is rear-facing.  The bedroom to the rear of the house has a convenient ensuite WC and washbasin.

Outside and Gardens

The single integral garage benefits from power and a water supply and offers great potential as a workshop or studio.  A large driveway provides off-road parking for multiple cars and is edged with a low wall, atop which pretty flowers add a splash of colour.  To the side of the driveway and around the rear of the house, the gardens are primarily laid to lawn and bounded by low walls.  Small trees and flowering shrubs attract bees and butterflies and there is a paved area on which to place a bench and sit with nature.  Boasting outstanding views of fields and the Bay beyond, the gardens of Karura are the perfect spot for relaxing.  With endless vibrant sunsets and uninterrupted immersion in the dancing Northern Lights, much enchantment awaits.

Room Dimensions

Living Room/Diner (4.3m x 4.4m) (3.3m x 2.4m)

Kitchen (2.4m x 3.7m)

Breakfast Room/Utility Space (3.1m x 1.9m)

Bedroom 1 (4.1m x 3.6m)

Bedroom 2 (2.8m x 3.6m)

Bedroom 3 (3.4m x 3.1m)

Shower Room (2.4m x 2.2m)

Forres

Forres is a thriving small town in the northeast of Scotland. With an active high street offering butchers, bakers, cafes, gift shops, hairdressers, a tailor, post office and grocery shops, it continues to offer a wide selection of services. The town boasts large parks and woodland walks, having been placed, or won, the relevant section of Britain in Bloom on multiple occasions. Primary and secondary schooling is available in the town and Gordonstoun private school is 11 miles away with transport available daily.

Healthcare is available in Forres with hospitals in Elgin (12 miles) and Inverness (26 miles). Transport links are excellent with a regular bus running between Aberdeen and Inverness, a train station also on the main line between Aberdeen and Inverness and airports in both Inverness and Aberdeen providing daily flights to domestic and international destinations.

Outdoor opportunities are incredible with the beautiful white sand beaches of Findhorn less than 5 miles away, offering sailing, paddleboarding and wild swimming, skiing is available in both The Lecht and Cairngorms, both less than an hour away, and endless opportunities for walking, biking, horse riding and hiking in the vast forests of Culbin and Newtyle.

Please note that all measurements and distances are approximate and provided for guidance only.