Lot 1—White Cottage & Land
White Cottage - approx. 264 sq m floor area
Dating back to at least 1866, White Cottage has been significantly altered and
extended to provide generous accommodation in the last 35 years or so. The
property is currently partially run as a restaurant / coffee shop, with
owner’s accommodation.
Upon entering the bright entrance vestibule to the front of White Cottage, a
set of double doors takes you into the characterful and cosy cottage which is
open plan, bright and airy and configured as a dining room and shop. Gents and
Ladies/Accessible WC’s are located off the dining room, which could be easily
converted to a large family bathroom. To the western end of the cottage is a
hallway to access the commercial kitchen and the private dining room and
owner’s accommodation. A large sun room with exposed stone wall and patio
doors is located off the western gable of the cottage which is fully glazed to
enjoy views of the garden. The generous kitchen and preparation areas are
currently fitted out with quality commercial fixtures including large gas
range, extraction units and stainless steel cabinetry and benches. All
commercial kitchen equipment is not included in the sale but available to
purchase by separate negotiation. Currently utilised as the kitchen store and
pantry, the large garage is of modern construction and comprises ample attic
storage. Whilst fitted and configured as a commercial kitchen with dedicated
WC, this could be easily transformed to a spacious and practical family
kitchen with ample pantry and larder storage (subject to necessary Local
Authority consents).
The owner’s accommodation on the ground floor comprises a large open plan
dining room with patio doors and adjoining bright and airy kitchen with
double - aspect windows looking out over the beautiful garden grounds. The
kitchen comes fully fitted with modern base and wall units as well as a
professional gas ‘Paul Bocuse’ range cooker. A private stairwell off the
dining area takes you to the first floor accommodation comprising of three
double bedrooms, family bathroom and master bedroom with modern en - suite
shower room. Ample built - in storage and wardrobes can be found on the first
floor, with three bedrooms boasting double - aspect windows.
Beautifully maintained garden areas surround White Cottage incorporating
lawns, flower beds, trees and shrubbery along with large paved patio areas for
outdoor seating and dining. There is a securely fenced area suitable for pets
adjacent the building as well as a separate fenced grass run. Extensive
parking is available to the front and rear of the property, which is laid to
decorative aggregate. The property is served by lpg central heating via wet
radiators throughout. The property benefits from uPVC double glazing
throughout as well as a fully wired fire detection and alarm system.
Home Report, EPC, Rates & Council Tax
The Home Report is available to view and download online.
EPC = Band F
Council Tax = Band E
Rateable Value = £4, 800 effective from 01 April 2023
Change of Use
Consents for Change of Use from Non - Domestic (Commercial) to Domestic
(Residential) may be required to be obtained from the Local Authority -
purchasers to make their own enquiries.
Land - approx. 1. 14Ha (2. 81ac)
The land with White Cottage comprises approx. 2. 81 acres of grass and approx.
0. 5 acres of coniferous trees. The land slopes down towards the northern
boundary along Rose Burn. The land has been topped twice annually, isn’t
currently stockproof and is not iacs registered.
Lot 2 - Mission Hall & Land
Mission Hall - approx. 40 sq m floor area
Thought to have been built around 100 years ago, the Mission Hall is of
pointed granite construction with exposed semi - dressed quoins and lintels with
an attractive slate hipped roof. The building is served with electricity and
mains water and currently used as a store. The Mission Hall received approved
Local Authority Consents some 20+ years ago to refurbish and substantially
extend the building to form a large family home. A similar project may be
viable subject to obtaining the necessary Local Authority consents and
permissions.
Land - approx. 0. 77Ha (1. 90ac)
The Mission Hall land comprises approx. 1. 43acres of grass and approx. 0. 5
acres of coniferous trees. A strip of native broadleaf trees have been planted
in the past. The land gently slopes towards the northern boundary and has been
topped twice annually. The land is not currently stockproof and is not iacs
registered. The land has had various Local Authority Consents applied for in
the past for development, as described elsewhere in this literature.
Potential Land Development
The land, as a whole, received Planning Permission in Principal in 2018 for
the creation of a holiday/tourist destination comprising holiday chalets and
cottages, motorhome stances, retail and restaurant building and associated car
and coach parking nestled amongst sympathetic landscaping and planting. Whilst
this initiative has never commenced or been taken forward, there may be scope
for similar development on the land subject to obtaining all necessary Local
Authority and Regulatory consents and permissions. Details of the application
can be viewed on the Aberdeenshire Council Planning Portal using reference
app/2017/0819.
Location & Situation
Set in beautiful highland surroundings to the east of the Cairngorms National
Park, White Cottage is centrally situated just two miles between Aboyne and
Kincardine o’Neil in the highly sought - after Royal Deeside area.
Aboyne is a thriving small country town, best known for the Aboyne Highland
Games, the Aboyne & Deeside Festival as well as the historic Aboyne Golf Club
which was founded in 1883 boasting a superb 18 - hole course. The village is a
vibrant local hub with amenities including petrol station, hospital and health
centre, Aboyne Primary School and Aboyne Academy, a Co - op food store as well
as various hospitality establishments and small retail outlets.
Kincardine o’Neil is a small historic village located between Aboyne and
Banchory and offers a selection of local businesses including the Village
Store and Post Office. Royal Deeside is a local tourism hotspot offering a
plethora of attractions and activities including Balmoral Castle, the summer
residence of the Royal Family, Royal Lochnagar Distillery as well as the
Victorian Heritage Trail.
The City of Aberdeen lies approximately 25 miles east of Aboyne, accessed via
the A93 via Banchory and Peterculter. As well as a plethora of retail,
hospitality and events offerings, Aberdeen can be considered the gateway of
Aberdeenshire allowing connections nationwide and internationally via air,
road and trainlines. The Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (awpr) allows easy
connection to the A90 to Dundee then onwards to Edinburgh, Glasgow and further
afield. The awpr also offers reduced road travel time to Aberdeen Airport
which offers a range of national and international flight connections for
domestic or business commuting.
The area is highly regarded for many sporting activities such as golf,
mountain biking, trekking and fishing. With beautiful woodland and hill
walking trails available on the doorstep, many stunning beaches are also
nearby for scenic sunset strolls including Balmedie Beach and the Sands of
Forvie.
Property Details & Important Notices
Services: Private drainage, mains electricity and water. Lpg central heating.
UPVC double glazing.
Local Authority: Aberdeenshire Council, Marr Area Office, School Rd, Alford,
AB39 2DQ. Tel: Home Report: Available online to view and download Entry: By
arrangement
Mineral Rights & Sporting Rights: Included in the sale, insofar as they are
owned.
Note: Prospective purchasers should note that unless their interest in the
property is formally intimated to the selling agents following inspection, the
agents cannot guarantee that notice of a closing date for offers will be
advised and consequently the property may be sold without notice.
Anti Money Laundering Compliance: In accordance with The Money Laundering,
Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer)
Regulations 2017, we are required to carry out checks and due diligence on
property purchasers. If an offer has been accepted, the purchaser(s) will need
to provide proof of identity, residence and proof of funds, as a minimum,
prior to any transaction proceeding.
Offers: Formal offers, in the acceptable Scottish form should be submitted,
along with the relevant anti - money laundering paperwork in accordance with The
Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on
the Payer) Regulations 2017, through a Scottish Solicitor, to the Selling
Agent.
Servitude Rights, Burdens and Wayleaves: The property is sold subject to and
with the benefit of all servitude rights, including rights of access and
rights of way, whether public or private. The buyer(s) will be held to have
satisfied himself/themselves as to the nature of all such servitude rights and
others.
Title: The buyer(s) shall be bound to accept the title as it presently stands
in the name of the seller(s) and the conveyance in favour of the buyer(s)
shall be subject to all the exceptions, reservations, burdens and conditions
presently contained in the title deeds. There shall be excepted from
warrandice in the conveyance in favour of the buyer(s) any leases, tenancies,
tenants' rights, missives, agreements, rights of possession, rights of way,
access rights, and sewerage and drainage facilities, and all other servitudes
and other rights without prejudice to the right of the buyer(s) to quarrel or
impugn the same on any ground not inferring warrandice against the seller(s).

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