* Freehold
This four - bedroom house is a fine example of mid - century modern architecture,
set in an exceptional, rural position within the wild Aberdeenshire landscape.
The house is architecturally defined by its striking butterfly roof, which
crowns a series of dynamic interior spaces spanning 2, 100 sq ft across its
single storey. Vast expanses of glazing invite an excellent quality of natural
light while framing views of the south - facing gardens and surrounding
countryside. The location provides easy access to the long stretch of beaches
and dunes at Balmedie, less than 10 minutes' drive away; Aberdeen’s city
centre and airport are around 20 minutes by car.
The Tour
Sitting modestly and quite uniquely in its setting, the house makes an
immediate impression. Its double - pitched roofline has been paired with a soft,
rose - coloured façade and large picture windows, which allow light to flood in
from both sides. It is set in a slightly elevated position, so has excellent
views over the surrounding countryside.
A densely planted, leafy front garden separates the house from the road. The
private front driveway provides off - street parking for two cars; there is also
a large, double - height integral garage positioned on the easterly wing.
Entrance is via a short flight of external steps, leading into the central
hallway.
Arguably the most impressive part of the house is the primary living space; a
warm and welcoming room replete with carefully retained mid - century features.
Full - height glazing spans the length of the room, and a fieldstone wall nods
to the agricultural vernacular. Timber cladding lines the ceiling, slate tiles
with electric underfloor heating run underfoot, and a marble hearth and open
fireplace form a natural centrepiece. Original built - in shelving remains on
the far wall, and a low set of shelving extends around the perimeter of the
room.
The kitchen and dining room are arranged in a predominantly open plan, where
vintage American cabinetry contributes to a playful 1950s aesthetic. A utility
room and pantry lie adjacent to the kitchen, with a workshop and garage
interconnected.
Four beautifully proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom occupy the
westerly wing of the house. Each bedroom has a good provision of storage built
into the original mid - century cabinetry. The main bedroom is particularly
light, with dramatic pitched ceilings, far - reaching views and direct access to
the garden.
The house has also been recently connected with full fibre Broadband.
Outdoor Space
Spanning the length of the rear façade is a wide, south - facing cantilevered
balcony, leading down to gardens that are primarily laid to lawn. Deep borders
of mature plants, perennials, hedges and specimen trees create a sense of
enclosure, shelter and, in summer months, provide a wonderful, dappled shade.
A separate fenced vegetable plot and a small wooden shed are positioned at the
side of the house, and there is an undercroft that provides an excellent
woodstore.
The Area
Set within wide, open fields, the location offers a peaceful retreat amidst
the exceptional Scottish landscape. There is easy access to the long expanse
of beaches for which the local coastline is renowned; reachable in around
eight minutes by car. For daily amenities, Balmedie has a good selection of
shops, a post office and a primary school, all reachable in less than five
minutes by car.
There are plenty of excellent golf courses nearby, as well as a livery and
stables around half a mile away. Orrock is approximately eight miles away from
the charming town of Ellon; it is a similar distance from Newburgh, where
there is a beautiful beach and an estuary home to a colony of seals across the
River Ythan.
For a broader selection, the city of Aberdeen is around 20 minutes' drive
away, and Aberdeen Airport is also approximately 20 minutes by car.
Council Tax Band: G

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