Property description

Fetteresso Castle is located in an enviable rural position on the outskirts of Stonehaven, yet just minutes from the A90 and east coast mainline railway station. Set within seven acres of mature policies, Fetteresso Castle is a magnificent property which has been sympathetically converted into seven individual homes, each with its own unique character. No 2 enjoys an especially favoured position within the castle with uninterrupted south facing views over fields, Carron Water and a beautiful wooded valley. The accommodation spans several levels with well proportioned rooms with high ceilings, large windows ensuring a good flow of light and fresh, tasteful decoration with co-ordinating flooring. The property is offered on an un-furnished basis but may be part-furnished by negotiation. The Castle's records date back to the 12th or 13th Century, was extended in 1808, de-roofed in the 1950's and then sympathetically converted to seven homes in the 1990s. Ideally suited for couples and families alike, this is a home which should be viewed internally for full appreciation. Accommodation: Impressive Reception Hall with access to cellars, high quality wood veneer flooring; Vaulted Cellar with window to the front and excellent storage; Excellent Wine Cellar or games room with window to the front; Hall/Study with deep fitted cupboard; Utility Room with door to the rear shared courtyard, "Bosch" washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer, Central heating boiler and fitted storage. Mezzanine; Cloakroom with traditional white suite, parquet flooring. First Floor: lovely Hall with large window enjoying afternoon sunlight, window seat and under stairs storage cupboard; A most elegant Drawing Room with 3m high multi paned window to the front enjoying stunning south facing views over the Mearns countryside, traditional fireplace with coal effect gas fire; Formal Dining Room with 3m high multi paned window to the front enjoying south facing views, vibrant decoration. Upper Mezzanine; Access to kitchen, fitted cupboard with refrigerator; Kitchen fitted with a range of wall and base storage units, dual aspect windows, ample room for dining, LPG gas hob, electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator. Second Floor; Hall with walk in wardrobe, large storage cupboard, window to the rear courtyard, hatch to largely floored loft with Ramsay ladder and light, Linen cupboard with hot water tank; Recently replaced Bathroom with superior suite comprising slipper bath, wc with high cistern, wash hand basin and separate shower enclosure with electric shower. Roof light. Cast iron radiator with towel warmer; Well appointed Master Bedroom with multi paned window to the front enjoying superb views, pastel decoration, walk in wardrobe, En Suite Shower Room with Wwite suite comprising wc, wash hand basin and large separate shower cubicle with electric shower; lovely Bedroom 2 with south facing front aspect, double fitted wardrobe with mirror doors; Double Bedroom 3 with roof light, fitted wardrobe with mirror doors; Bedroom 4 Dual aspect windows. Location Fetteresso Castle is located some 2 miles from the centre of Stonehaven and approximately one mile west of the A90 dual carriageway. The coastal town of Stonehaven lies some 15 miles south of Aberdeen with excellent road and rail links to the city. There is a picturesque harbour with hotels and restaurants, a range of shopping facilities, post office and banks. Stonehaven has excellent primary and secondary schools, a leisure centre with gymnasium and swimming pool and an open air heated swimming pool. There is an 18 hole golf course with clubhouse, bowling green, tennis courts and open public parks. Lathallan School runs a bus from the Market Square. Robert Gordon's College is easily accessible by train. Directions From Aberdeen travel south on the A90 and leave the dual carriageway at the Stonehaven/Spurryhillock exit. Follow the signs as if returning to Aberdeen, crossing back over the dual carriageway. Pass the Garden Centre, Veterinary Clinic and Red Lodge House on the left. Immediately after the Lodge House, take the private driveway on the left, through an open set of gates. Follow this road as far as the Castle, and on entering through the second set of gates proceed straight ahead and the entrance to No 2 is located on the left hand side. Garden The castle grounds are set within seven acres of policies which are divided into exclusive and common ownership. The grounds are laid in formal lawns to the front with a wide variety of mature trees and shrubs. There is a separate area of mature woodland, magnificent rhododendron bushes and a children's play park at the far end. The mutual areas are well maintained on an informal basis. No 2 has almost one acre of allocated garden with a south facing prospect. The garden has been lovingly tended and is well stocked with old roses and mature perennials. The stunning terrace leading down to a haha contains an extensive daffodil bank, small orchard, ornamental trees, raspberry and currant bushes and small herb garden. In addition, the central courtyard garden to the rear is jointly owned by Nos 2 and 4. With pull out clothes drying line, this area offers a peaceful situation to enjoy late afternoon sunshine. Garage and Parking There is a gravel driveway to the front with parking for several vehicles. A lavender hedged turning circle ensures ease of access. The property also has a large double garage located to the rear within the communal garage area. The garage has two sets of wooden doors, power, an inspection pit and pitched roof with storage within the rafters. The oil tanks are located in a discreet position to the rear. NB. ''Parties viewing this property should not park anywhere other than directly in front of No 2. There is ample room for this. Alternatively there is ample room in the communal parking area on the drive where the mound of gravel is, or at the garages at the rear of the Castle which are the first two on the left with the yellow roses around them. If the latter is used then viewers will have to retrace their footsteps back around the drive round to the front where no.2 is situated. The communal areas of the Castle are at the rear of the building. All other areas are privately owned and as such should be treated with the same respect for privacy that fenced in areas command.'' The property has full oil fired central heating and double glazing. REGISTRATION PENDING