When it comes to buying a property, different people like different things. Some prefer the blank canvas of a new-build home, a property where they can stamp their own style on it.
Others prefer to live in a property where it’s possible to enjoy a glimpse of the past, a home where every nook and cranny has a story to tell.
Cowie Farmhouse in Drumblade has a foot in both camps. For sale at offers over £230,000, this former farmhouse has been tastefully modernised yet many of the original features have been retained which gives it a charming, authentic look and makes this a warm and inviting home, full of character.
However, there’s still plenty of scope for the new owners to make it their own simply by decorating it in a way that suits their own personal taste.
Built of local stone with a harled exterior and slated roof, it sits in a quiet location just off a minor public road and enjoys good views. The house would be perfect for anyone with a growing family as it sits within substantial landscaped gardens with lawns on different levels, as well as timber arbors including a seated arbor and a pergola with decking.
Having gardens like this to run about in would be something of a paradise for little ones, but because there are lots of designated seating areas, it’s also a great place for adults to relax alfresco.
The garden also comes with raised beds, a timber garden shed and mature trees, while there are outside lights and an outside tap. Also located in the garden is a garage and a very large workshop measuring around 19’2” x 9’8” with power and light, while a gravelled driveway means there’s plenty of space for several vehicles to park.
Cowie Farmhouse is detached and has accommodation on two floors comprising downstairs, a welcoming hallway with original timber staircase with banister and handrail; a lounge with twin windows and feature stone fireplace with wood-burning stove; a lounge dining room with two windows and an open fire in a traditional fireplaces; a well-appointed fitted kitchen with Belfast sink and LPG cooker with five-ring hob; a study which could also be used as an additional bedroom, and an L-shaped family bathroom with white bathroom suite with Mira shower over bath with shower screen, tiled floor and wall tiling, heated towel rail, downlighters and extractor fan.
Upstairs, the landing/corridor is a nice bright area, lit by a Velux window and with ample fitted cupboards with hanging space and shelves. Accommodation here includes a master bedroom with fitted wardrobe and two further bedrooms.
Cowie Farmhouse is around five miles from Huntly and within easy commuting distance of Aberdeen.
Primary schooling is available in Drumblade with secondary schooling at The Gordon School, Huntly. The market town of Huntly has a good range of local amenities and sporting facilities including shooting, fishing and an attractive golf course.
Contact: Stewart and Watson on 01466 792331.