Broughty Ferry, Wellbank, DD5

This converted steading combines traditional stone character with bright, practical living, set in a quiet courtyard in Wellbank.

Light is one of the home’s best features. Floor-to-ceiling windows bring natural brightness into the main living spaces, so the house feels open and airy even on grey winter days. They also frame views of the courtyard and garden, which keeps the outdoors part of everyday life.

Space is another strength. The rooms are well proportioned throughout, and there is plenty of good living space for everyday family life, working from home and entertaining.

The open-plan kitchen and dining area is the natural hub of the house. The breakfast bar suits everyday meals, and the dining space is big enough for family dinners or having friends round. French doors open onto the garden, so it works just as well in summer. Through the oak and glass doors, the living room has a vaulted ceiling, original stone arches and the large arched floor-to-ceiling windows. It’s a generous, comfortable room, and the wood-burning stove makes it a warm place to spend winter evenings.

With four bedrooms, the layout is flexible. The ground-floor double has a shower room next door and a floor-to-ceiling window overlooking the courtyard, which works well for guests, older relatives or anyone who prefers single-level living. Upstairs, the principal bedroom has its own en suite and a Juliet balcony overlooking the garden, and two further bedrooms share a family bathroom. The galleried mezzanine could be a home office, a studio, a playroom or a quiet reading area, depending on what you need.

The garden is a good size, with a lawn for children and pets, raised beds for growing vegetables, and mature trees for privacy. There is also off-street parking.

It’s a practical, characterful home for families, couples working from home, or anyone who wants room to spread out.