* Freehold
* Matterport tour available on request
* 9 reception rooms
* 7 bedrooms
* 5 bathrooms
* Swimming pool and leisure complex
* Tennis court
* Luxury garage block
* About 3. 47 acres
* EPC Rating = D
A magnificent residence set in about 3. 47 acres of stunning private grounds
with swimming pool/leisure complex, gym, tennis court and large garage block.
Description
Dating back to about 1880, Craigentoul is a stunning detached south facing
Victorian mansion in a semi rural location in the sought after leafy area of
Bieldside. The present owners have lavished great time, expense and
sensitivity to create the magnificent residence of today. Michael Rasmussen
Architect was involved with the sympathetic extension which perfectly blends
the old and the new. Stylish and contemporary living spaces sit in harmony
with period style features including pitch pine woodwork with panelled doors,
Lincrusta panels to dado height, column radiators, deep skirting boards and
bay windows. There are three fireplaces in the drawing room, morning room and
dining room. The front facing original reception rooms have gas fires and the
dining room is an open fire. Flooring is a combination of polished sanded and
sealed floorboards, Amtico, engineered oak, Italian porcelain tiles and high
quality carpets. Renowned specialists Laings of Inverurie were involved in a
number of the bathroom and shower rooms of which fittings include Villeroy &
Boch and Kohler.
In turnkey order throughout, the property begins with an entrance vestibule
which opens into the welcoming reception hallway. There is a cloakroom with WC
and washbasin. From the hall there is access to each of the original reception
rooms of the house. With a more formal aspect, boxed bay windows in the
drawing and morning rooms overlook the front of the property. The home office
is ideal for full or hybrid home working. Informal relaxation space is found
in the family room currently used as a television/cinema room. Absolutely
stunning is the particularly generous dining kitchen/breakfast room fitted
with a vast and comprehensive range of Charles York cabinets, complemented by
granite bevelled worksurfaces. The focal point is a centre island which
incorporates a low level area for everyday dining. Appliances are by Miele,
Gaggenau and Fisher & Paykel. A split level semi open plan area leads to the
dining room with wall to wall windows overlooking the swimming pool. On open
plan is the superb garden room which truly brings the outdoors in with patio
doors opening onto the sheltered terrace. A side vestibule has a cloakroom
with WC and washbasin room. For domestic chores there is a well equipped
laundry room and utility room. In addition to extensive cabinet space the
kitchen is supplemented by temperature controlled wine room and larder.
Ascending to the first floor are wide steps with ornate metal spindles and
attractive balustrade leading up to a split level staircase. The principal
bedroom suite spans the entire width of the house and is wonderfully
luxurious, enjoying beautiful views of Deeside. En suite is a shower room with
dressing room fitted with Neville Jones furniture. Behind are two further
guest bedrooms. Towards the rear of the property is a more self contained
space comprising a bedroom with adjacent sitting room. Opposite is a large
bathroom with separate shower which also services the guest bedrooms. On the
second floor again the more creative configuration has a bedroom with sitting
room adjacent and a shower room opposite. This floor is completed by two
further bedrooms with dual aspect en suite shower room.
Within the fantastic leisure complex wrapped around the side elevation of the
house is the curved 4 - 8 feet deep swimming pool. In addition there is a
separate hot tub, steam room, sauna and air conditioned gym.
High level electric gates are flanked by pillars opening into the meandering
tarmacadam driveway which is lined with mature rhododendrons producing vibrant
seasonal colour. The boundary perimeter is enclosed with granite and brick
walls, making the area exceptionally safe for pets and young children alike.
Majestic trees provide a high degree of privacy and shelter. The 3. 5 acres of
garden grounds are truly an oasis. The extensive patios and terrace areas were
landscaped by award - winning gardener Kirsty McLean. These areas offer the
ultimate alfresco experience.
A sheltered section provides a productive kitchen garden and soft fruit
bushes. Two large greenhouses are fitted with electricity and one with
heating. Beyond this area within the lower part of the boundary is a lawn
screened with hedging. This separate area could have potential to create a
building plot with the necessary planning applications, although the current
owners have not pursued this option.
Impressive detached garage block with slate roof which can accommodate four
vehicles. The garages are interconnecting creating an internal open plan
space.
Full size sand based, Astro surfaced floodlit tennis court. The perfect
spectating spot is from the tennis pavilion which has a decking area.
Location
Located on the northeast coast, Aberdeenshire is one of Scotland’s largest and
most diverse counties and extends from the North Sea coastline inland to the
Cairngorm mountains which rise majestically to the west. Craigentoul lies west
of Aberdeen city, nestled in about 3. 5 acres of its own grounds. Rich in
historic castles and boasting fertile farmland, the Aberdeenshire area is
renowned for producing the malting barley which supplies the many whisky
distilleries in the region.
Deeside, through which the River Dee flows, attracts visitors from far and
wide. Balmoral Castle has been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it
was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852. There is a wealth
of sport on offer for which Scotland is famed: Salmon fishing on the rivers
Dee, Don and Deveron, pheasant and partridge shooting on many of the low
ground estates, red and roe deer stalking and the opportunity for grouse on
the rolling heath hills. The area boasts numerous golf courses. To the east
lie Royal Aberdeen and Trump International, both well regarded links course.
More locally, just a mile away there is the challenging 18 hole course at
Deeside club house.
The Cairngorms National Park known as a stronghold for many rare and
endangered species of flora and fauna is situated 51 miles to the west of the
property and offers a wide range of outdoor activities including hill walking,
skiing, mountain biking and wildlife spotting. The steeper mountains at The
Lecht (49 miles), Glenshee (60 miles) and Aviemore (91 miles) offer skiing
when winter conditions are suitable and endless walking challenges throughout
the year.
The ‘Energy Capital of Europe’ and a vibrant hub for many years, the city of
Aberdeen is home to two universities: Aberdeen University and Robert Gordon
University. Cultural facilities include a recently extended and refurbished
art gallery, the Maritime Museum, a concert hall and theatre. P & J Live is
the northeast of Scotland main arts and events venue, boasting world - class
conference and exhibition facilities along with a superior 15, 000 capacity
arena. Aberdeen Beach can be found a short distance from Aberdeen city centre
and the area is also where Pittodrie Stadium is located, which is home to
Aberdeen Football Club, affectionally known as The Dons. The creation and
opening of the awpr ensures affords easy access to the north and south of the
city. Aberdeen International Airport is 7 miles away and there is a mainline
east coast train service with frequent journeys to London King’s Cross and
rail links further north to Inverness and south to Gleneagles and Edinburgh.
Private schools include Robert Gordon’s College, Albyn School, St Margaret’s
(girls) and the International School of Aberdeen (2 miles). Gordonstoun (70
miles) is a co - educational private school for boarding and day pupils for
children between the ages of 8 – 18. The highly ranked Cults Academy (state
school) and Cults Primary School are both nearby.
Half a mile away is the leafy residential suburb of Bieldside along the Royal
Deeside corridor which is surrounded by rolling countryside and has a couple
of shops, a coffee shop, a bar/restaurant, beauty clinic, hairdresser and a
vet. The old Deeside Railway Line is very close by providing walking, running
and cycling paths.
Square Footage: 9, 601 sq ft
Acreage:
3. 47 Acres
Directions
Aberdeen Airport 7 miles
Dundee Airport 70 miles
Inverness Airport 95 miles
Glasgow Airport 156 miles
Edinburgh Airport 123 miles
abz Business Park 7 miles
Additional Info
**Outgoings**
Aberdeen City Council tax band H.

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