Property Details: - Type: Semi-detached house - Bedrooms: 6 - Bathrooms: 3
Agent: Galbraith - Aberdeen Phone: 01224 939808
Countesswells House North is an impressive ‘B’ Listed family home in a wonderful private setting on the outskirts of Bieldside. The grounds extend to around 2.90 acres with a tarred driveway, ample parking and mature garden grounds with rolling lawns and mature trees offering impressive outdoor space & privacy. Countesswells House dates to around 1741 and this original mansion house was designed to take full advantage of the setting, nestled amongst the beautiful grounds. The house was divided to create two homes in 1991 and Countesswells House North as it is today, extends to around 370sqm and both the house & garden grounds have been beautifully maintained by the present owners. It remains a wonderful and substantial family home full of character & opulence, all while being a practical family home full of space, versatility & modern comforts.<br/><br/>The property has versatile accommodation spanning over three levels, including a large ground floor living room and separate dining room, a beautiful first floor drawing room and bedroom with en-suite, and four further bedrooms. The kitchen is a delightful family space with a utility room, cloakroom and WC.<br/><br/>The discreet access driveway is tarred and leads to a large parking area to the front of Countesswells House North and the property benefits from a detached double garage with a floored attic room above, currently used as a home gym. An entrance vestibule has ample open storage space, and the hall leads firstly to the dining kitchen with utility room and also the cloakroom. The separate dining room is adjacent and an ideal space for more formal dining & entertaining.<br/><br/>At the end of the entrance hall is an impressive double-height hall with timber staircase to the upper levels. Continue through an arched doorway to the impressive lounge, with ample natural light coming in from a range of feature arched windows and French doors which open to the garden grounds.<br/>On the first floor there is a stunning drawing room. This beautiful room is exceptionally spacious and features a stunning bay window. There are far reaching views over the garden grounds and beyond, and there is an abundance of natural light flooding through. The principal bedroom is also located on this level and a ensuite shower room. A second bedroom is also generous in size. Completing the accommodation on this level is a large family bathroom.<br/><br/>On the second level there are two generously proportioned double bedrooms and a modern shower room. Also on this level is an impressive 5 bedroom, which would also make a lovely home office or hobby space.<br/><br/>ACCOMMODATION<br/>Ground Floor: Entrance Vestibule, Hall, Lounge, Dining kitchen, Dining room and Cloakroom.<br/>First Floor: Drawing room, Primary bedroom with ensuite, Bedroom 2 and family bathroom.<br/>Top Floor: Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5/ Office and Shower room.<br/><br/>GARDEN GROUNDS<br/>Counteswells House North is set within beautifully maintained & mature garden grounds extending to around 2.90 acres, offering a great deal of outdoor space & privacy. The property is approached through a tarred drive and ample parking to the front of the house. Mature trees and immaculate rolling lawn attract an abundance of wildlife & birds creating an idyllic haven. There is enclosed children’s play area with football goals, sand bunkers and golf amenities. The detached double garage with attic room above is ideal for a home gym or hobby space.<br/><br/>SERVICES, COUNCIL TAX AND ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE(S)<br/><br/>Water Mains<br/>Electricity Mains<br/>Drainage Septic Tank<br/>Tenure Freehold<br/>Heating Oil Heating<br/>Council Tax Band H<br/>EPC Band D<br/><br/>SITUATION<br/>Countesswells House North is located within a magnificent standalone setting on the outskirts of Bieldside, which is one of the most ‘exclusive’ suburbs in Aberdeen. Located approximately 6 miles west of Aberdeen city centre and within easy commuting distance of the city, Aberdeen Airport and the business parks around Aberdeen, including Kingswells & Westhill. This hidden gem of a location offers a wealth of commuting convenience. There are local shops and a bar/restaurant, a regular bus service to the city centre and additional amenities available in Cults, Milltimber and Peterculter. The Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route is conveniently located approx. 2.5 miles away. There are well-regarded schools in the area, including Cults Primary and Academy. The International School of Aberdeen is at Pitfodels whilst highly regarded private schools including Robert Gordon’s College, St Margaret’s and Albyn School are in the city centre. There are also two universities and colleges of further education. The Old Deeside Railway Line is in Cults, providing walking, running and cycling paths whilst Foggie Woods & Countesswells Wood are very close by.<br/><br/>EPC Rating = D<br/><br/>
