Five-bedroom home overlooking Deeside Valley for over £850,000

By Jacqueline Wake Young

July 6 2022, 5:00 pm

Contlaw Mains sits in four acres of elevated grounds with countryside views.

Buyers looking for ready-to-move-into luxury and a lifestyle which combines country living with easy access to Aberdeen city centre will be interested in this five-bedroom home in Milltimber.

Set within four acres of landscaped, elevated grounds, Contlaw Mains offers magnificent views towards the Deeside Valley and beyond.

Versatile

The large, detached house has been tastefully upgraded to create an unusual and versatile family home.

The entrance vestibule is especially impressive and leads on to a bright hallway and the ground-floor accommodation.

The entrance vestibule creates a wonderful first impression.

A contemporary kitchen with an island and a range of integrated appliances is a bright and airy space for dining and entertaining and there is also a utility room with further appliances and additional storage.

The formal lounge with wood-burning fire is on semi-open-plan to the dining room/sitting room with a floating wall in between, and this spacious area is definitely the hub of the home.

The kitchen has been finished to a high standard and has an island and integrated appliances.

Also on the ground floor is a fully-fitted cloakroom, a study or play area and a double bedroom.

On the first floor is the master bedroom complete with an en suite bathroom, built-in cupboard and a custom-built, walk-in wardrobe.

Also on the first floor are a further three double bedrooms, as well as a modern bathroom and extensive built-in storage.

The wood-burning fire creates a cosy focal point in the lounge area.

Summer house

Outside, the rural setting of this extensive family home offers far-reaching countryside views, while the mature gardens provide privacy.

The rear garden has a large area of decking leading straight from the house, an ideal place to wander out to on an evening for an alfresco dinner or to simply unwind.

A valuable addition to the home is the custom-built summer house which has been fitted with power.

Contlaw Mains offers a countryside setting but within easy reach of the city centre.

It could be used as an office for those working from home or just to enjoy during the warmer months.

Buyers with more than one car will be pleased to know there is parking space for several vehicles on the driveway.

Although a buyer with a whole fleet may be even more pleased to know that the impressive garage has room for up to 15 vehicles!

A stylish vanity area and exposed stone are among the surprises in this home.

Those without a car collection may be more interested to know that at 12 metres by 18 metres (approximately 39ft by 59ft) the garage could be utilised for a number of additional purposes.

Underfloor heating

Contlaw Mains also benefits from biomass pellet central heating, underfloor heating in some parts of the house and private drainage.

Indoor and outdoor living at this spacious property.

Milltimber is a west-end residential suburb within easy commuting distance of Aberdeen and the airport.

Good local schools are in the area including Milltimber Primary School and Cults Academy and there are a number of private schools including the International School on North Deeside Road.

A skylight illuminating exposed brick is another attractive feature.

For those interested in outdoor pursuits, Milltimber is at the gate to Royal Deeside and all it has to offer for walking, hiking, fishing, skiing and golfing.

Offers over £850,000 with Aberdein Considine on the ASPC website.