Detached house for sale in Hepburn Court, Dunblane FK15

Originally built by Cala Homes, synonymous with quality craftsmanship, this ‘Naismith’ style property showcases the intersection of the finest in modern construction and interior design.

Remodelled, refurbished, and extended to an exacting standard between 2021 and 2022, this stunning five-bedroom property is an exercise in understated luxury. It is show-home perfect, with no detail overlooked and everything executed to the highest possible standard with quality fixtures and fittings throughout.

The property is entered via a welcoming porch into a spacious hallway with a palette of neutral tones and stylish wood flooring.

This gorgeous property offers a choice of living areas comprising a sumptuous dining kitchen, formal lounge, spacious family room with sitting and dining areas, study, utility, WC, master suite comprising of plush bedroom, ensuite and dressing room, and three additional bedrooms, one of which is ensuite, plus a family bathroom.

The formal lounge is a beautiful bright room which overlooks the front garden through a large bay window. Blending style and functionality, a stunning, custom-built Ashley Ann media unit provides ample shelving and storage, it currently accommodates a 75-inch flatscreen TV, ideal for a family cinematic experience or simply a comfortable place to relax and entertain.

The kitchen is any chef’s dream. Fitted with an abundance of sleek, custom-built, hand-painted, two-tone wooden units by Ashley Ann in tasteful shades of grey, all topped with pristine white quartz worktops, and with cool grey Porcelanosa ceramic flooring, it features a generous central island with a wealth of large drawers and hidden “touch-open” storage under a four-place breakfast bar. Downlighters add to the designer feel and concealed countertop power points add to the practicality of the design.

With committed cooks in mind, the kitchen is equipped with a large-format Miele five-burner induction hob, over a 90cm Miele fan oven. A digital, remote-controlled extractor vent keeps the kitchen air fresh.

It is also fitted with an additional Siemens combi microwave, Siemens fan oven, Miele dishwasher, Quooker instant hot-water tap and Insinkerator waste disposal. Under-counter refuse hoppers make waste management and recycling easy.

A built-in upholstered banquette dining area provides a comfortable space for family meals and informal kitchen suppers.

Continuing the kitchen theme, and with doors into the garage, the utility room is fitted with a generous range of Ashley Ann base and wall units as well as a wall of full-size cupboards providing incredible storage. A double size sink, plus space for your washing machine and tumble dryer, it is the answer to all laundry and household needs.

Double French doors open from the dining kitchen to the large family area occupying the extension at the rear of the house, and the social heart of the home. This vast open space, with full-length, triple-glazed windows and doors to the garden, provides a marvellous setting for socialising with spacious sitting and dining areas ideal for convivial family occasions or formal entertaining.

A further set of French doors opens from here into the study, fitted with custom-built Ashley Ann furniture providing ample desk space and office storage, ideal for working from home.

A stylish cloakroom completes the downstairs accommodation. A deep understairs cupboard houses the electrical service hub, fuse panel, alarm system and Wi-Fi.

Moving upstairs, there are four generous bedrooms, all benefitting from luxurious off-white carpet, tasteful neutral décor, sumptuous wallpaper, upholstery and fabrics.

The master suite is particularly impressive. It is a discreet space comprising a large bedroom with stunning views up to Dykedale, an ensuite shower room and dressing room fashioned from the property’s fifth bedroom. The shower room is equipped with a double size shower with rain showerhead and hand unit with sliding glass door, plus a substantial Ashley Ann fitted vanity accommodating his-and-her basins and extensive storage. The windowsills are white quartz.

The dressing room continues the theme of modern luxury with a full range of fitted Ashely Ann wardrobes and shelving, and a central island with white quartz top providing yet more storage. If desired, this room could easily be reconfigured to reinstate a fifth bedroom.

The spacious guest bedroom overlooks the front garden and benefits from a roomy ensuite shower room also fitted with a double shower cubicle with mains shower, white WC and wash-hand basin and copious storage. A walk-in dressing room delivers excellent hanging and shelving space.

The two further bedrooms are both generous sizes, and both benefit from large built-in wardrobes, sumptuous carpets and tasteful, neutral décor.

The family bathroom is an indulgent space with a double-ended bath, a separate shower, white WC and wash-hand basin over a grey vanity, plus a heated towel rail and quartz windowsills.

Outside, the landscaped garden is mainly laid to lawn, bordered by a laurel hedge and secured by a new privacy fence with a lockable gate. A large patio paved with porcelain tiles provides a wonderful suntrap, accessed via a door from the kitchen and large sliding doors from the rear family area. A walk-through shed with light and power provides essential garden storage.

At the front of the property, a monobloc drive leads to the integrated double garage and provides off-street parking for several vehicles. The monobloc is heated, with temperature control designed to kick in once the mercury drops to frost level, thereby reducing the risk of ice and winter slips and falls. There is also a charging point for electric vehicles, and security cameras for added security.

The double garage has light, power and Hormann Roll Up automated doors, and houses the property’s Worcester gas boiler. It also is fitted with Cat 6 cabling to enable the use of a virtual home golf system which can be included in the sale.

The house is triple glazed throughout with the rear extension double glazed, the new windows were fitted in 2022. Heating and hot water is provided by a gas central heating system powered by a recently installed Worcester boiler, assisted by a Megaflo system to guarantee excellent water pressure.

All curtains, blinds, and fitted upholstered headboards are available by separate negotiation.

Location

Hepburn Court is part of an exclusive development on the edge of Dunblane only a few minutes from the town centre and within catchment for both Newton Primary and Dunblane High School. All local services and amenities are readily accessible; while the more extensive facilities offered in Stirling are only a ten-minute drive to the south. Dunblane railway station provides excellent links to Perth, Stirling, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Dunblane boasts primary and secondary schools with first-class reputations and possesses good leisure facilities with a challenging 18-hole golf course, a private leisure club with swimming pool, numerous sports and social clubs, including the local tennis club and excellent Dunblane Youth and Sports Centre. There is an extensive Dunblane Path Network that extends up Sheriffmuir and surrounding areas providing excellent variety for dog walking. The High Street is home to the award-winning Another Tilly Tearoom and a selection of other excellent restaurants, bars, cafes and independent retailers. With its easy access to the road and rail network covering central Scotland and beyond, Dunblane remains a very desirable area among house hunters.

Finer details

Council tax: Band G

EER: C

Superfast broadband and Sky TV available

School catchment: Newton Primary, St Mary’s Primary, Dunblane High School

The date of entry is flexible and by mutual agreement. Viewing is by appointment through Cathedral City Estates.