4 bed detached house for sale

Fordoun, Laurencekirk AB30

Looking for A grand 4 bedroom home 174sqm with spectacular countryside views? Look no further! This well-proportioned farmhouse with generous and versatile room sizes, a brilliant triple garage, wrap around driveways & private south facing garden grounds. An ideal family home that needs to be seen to be appreciated!

Viewing Arrangements: Please book directly online or contact Yopa on Alternatively you can call the local agents on Home Report Valuation £375,000: To receive a copy of the Home Report please download from the Yopa website advert at Property Search – Aberdeenshire or click on the link below or call Yopa on Aberdeenshire Council Tax Band: C

EPC: Dfreehold

more about the property...

The property benefits from oil heating, solar and water panels, double glazing including some newly installed window panes, and tasteful décor throughout. All fitted floorings, light fittings, blinds and appliances as stated below are included in the sale

Ground Floor

Entering the property, you are welcomed into the bright conservatory/front porch which benefits from windows to the front, allowing plenty of natural light to flow in. This is a generous space that provides an ideal entrance area with ample room for coats and shoes, while also offering flexibility for additional seating or occasional furniture. Double doors provide access into the property

Entering through the main entrance hallway, you are welcomed by a carpeted staircase leading to the upper accommodation. A floating shelf provides an attractive space for decorative items, while a generously proportioned understair storage cupboard offers excellent practicality. Equipped with fitted shelving and coat hooks, it is ideal for storing household essentials and outerwear. The property’s newly fitted electrical consumer unit is also neatly concealed within the cupboard

The first room is the formal dining room, featuring a large front-facing picture window that floods the space with natural light. Tastefully decorated and finished with carpeted flooring, the room offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Currently arranged as a dining room, it is a highly versatile space that could easily be adapted to suit a variety of needs, including an additional bedroom, home office, or extra living area

The lounge is a bright and spacious room, benefiting from dual-aspect windows to the front that allow an abundance of natural light to fill the space. The focal point of the room is the multi-fuel burner, which provides both warmth and character, with a wooden mantel and slate hearth creating an attractive feature. There is ample space for a range of lounge furnishings, making it ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. Tastefully decorated throughout, the room is finished with wood-effect laminate flooring

Accessed through a bi-fold door from the hallway, the kitchen is fitted with a modern range of ridged wood base, wall and display units complemented by coordinated work surfaces and matching splashbacks. A one-and-a-half stainless steel sink with mixer tap is positioned beneath the side facing window, enjoying pleasant views and an abundance of natural light. Integrated appliances include a five-burner gas hob, supplied by external gas cylinders, with an extractor hood above, along with an oven and grill. Additional appliances comprise two fridge freezers, a dishwasher, and a washing machine, all of which are included in the sale. The kitchen offers an excellent amount of storage through a combination of cupboards, glass-fronted display units, and open shelving. A central breakfast bar island provides additional cupboard space beneath and seating for stools, creating an ideal spot for casual dining and socialising

Next is the ground floor shower room, fitted with a modern two-piece white suite, with a separate shower enclosure with a mains shower. Finished in neutral tiling throughout, the room offers a fresh and contemporary feel. Additional features include a chrome heated towel rail, tile-effect flooring, wall-mounted mirrors, and an extractor fan

Completing the ground floor accommodation is the rear porch, which provides useful additional storage space and serves as a practical entrance from the rear of the property. A glazed rear door gives access to the pathway and one of the driveways. The porch is finished with tile-effect flooring

Upper Floor

Ascending the carpeted staircase, you arrive at a particularly spacious landing that benefits from a front-facing window, flooding the area with natural light and enjoying beautiful open views. A ceiling hatch with a Ramsay ladder provides access to the floored loft space, offering excellent additional storage. This bright and airy landing creates an attractive transition to the upper accommodation

The bathroom is fitted with a contemporary three-piece white suite, including a wash hand basin set within a floating vanity unit with useful storage below. A generous corner bath is a standout feature, complete with tap-to-shower attachment for added convenience. The room is further enhanced by a wall-mounted mirror and built-in wall cabinets, which will remain as part of the sale. A rear-facing opaque window provides natural light while ensuring privacy, and the space is finished with practical tile-effect flooring, creating a stylish and functional bathroom

Bedroom 2 benefits from dual-aspect windows to the front and side, enjoying lovely open views towards the Garvock. The room is tastefully decorated and offers ample space for a range of bedroom furnishings. A built-in wardrobe provides useful storage, complete with shelving and hanging space, enhancing the practicality of this bright and well-presented room

Bedroom 1 is an exceptionally spacious room, accessed across the landing. A side facing window fills the room with natural light and frames stunning open countryside views. The bedroom benefits from extensive built-in storage, including two sets of double-door wardrobes offering generous hanging and shelving space. The wardrobes are particularly deep and feature automatic lighting, enhancing both practicality and ease of use. There is ample floor space for a wide range of bedroom furnishings, with further potential if desired. A standout feature of this room is the contemporary stand-alone shower unit with double doors, multiple jets, rainfall showerhead, and integrated speakers. Alongside this is a Jacuzzi-style bath, ideal for relaxation and a wash hand basin set within a vanity unit with storage below, and a mirrored cabinet above, similar to an open plan en-suite without the WC. The room is tastefully decorated throughout and finished with wall lighting, adding to the warm and inviting feel of this impressive bedroom suite

Bedroom 4 is neutrally decorated and offers ample space for bedroom furnishings. It benefits from a side-facing window, allowing plenty of natural light and pleasant views, and is finished with carpeted flooring

Bedroom 3 is a generous, front-facing room overlooking the driveway and extending views across open fields. It offers ample space for bedroom furnishings and is finished in neutral décor, providing a bright and versatile living space

Externally

The property benefits from extensive, fully enclosed grounds accessed via two gated driveways that wrap around the home, providing excellent privacy, security, and ample parking for several vehicles. The driveways are generous in size and well defined with walling and fencing throughout, creating a safe and secure environment ideal for children and pets. On entering the first driveway, there are useful external buildings housing the oil tank and central heating boiler

A standout feature of the property is the substantial triple garage, offering space for up to three vehicles and ideal for use as a workshop or for car enthusiasts. It benefits from an up-and-over door to the front and double doors to the rear leading directly to the garden and raised beds, with potential for further adaptation if desired. The garage also includes workbenches which will remain as part of the sale

The south facing garden is predominantly to the front and provides ample privacy, whilst being mainly laid to lawn and interspersed with mature trees, shrubs, and bushes, giving a private and peaceful feel. A paved pathway leads through the garden to a charming summerhouse, while the space is further enhanced by an abundance of fruit trees including apple, pear, and plum, along with established berry bushes

The summerhouse is a particular feature of the garden and is included in the sale, benefitting from lighting. It sits alongside a decked area to the front and side, providing an ideal setting for outdoor seating and entertaining. On the opposite side of the garden there is a firepit area, raised flowerbeds, a shed, and log stores, all of which are included. In addition, there is a greenhouse/polytunnel, offering excellent opportunities for growing fruit and vegetables. Further raised beds are located to the rear of the garage area, enjoying a pleasant outlook across the garden

A chipstone pathway runs along the far side of the garden, towards the garage and linking back towards the second driveway. This second gated driveway is fully tarmacked and again offers excellent parking provision for multiple vehicles. This area also houses gas cylinders for the hob and an additional log store, with a paved pathway providing access to the rear porch
Room measurements

ground floor


Conservatory/Front Porch: 8’2 x 7’6 (2.49m x 2.29m)

Dining Room: 13’9 x 15’8 (4.19m x 4.78m)

Lounge: 19’6 x 15’ (5.94m x 4.57m)

Kitchen: 15’6 x 12’2 (4.72m x 3.71m)

Shower Room: 3’ x 8’6 (2.59m x 0.91m)
Upper floor


Bathroom: 13’3 x 4’5 (4.04m x 1.35m)

Bedroom 1: 16’ x 12’9 (4.88m x 3.89m)

Bedroom 2: 10’3 x 16’ (3.12m x 4.88m)

Bedroom 3: 14’7 x 10’8 (4.45m × 3.25m)

Bedroom 4: 8’2 x 10’7 (2.49m x 3.23m)
Local amenities


Nearby Laurencekirk is a small town in the historic county of Kincardineshire. It is part of Aberdeenshire in the Howe o' the Mearns area in the valley between the Hill of Garvock and the Cairn O’ Mount. Although a small town it does have a great local community and selection of mostly independent shops

Younger children can either attend Fordoun Primary School which is within close driving distance of this house. Or Laurencekirk Primary school within a 10 minute reach by car. Older children can attend nearby Mearns Academy in Laurencekirk each school has an excellent reputation. From this house Lathallan private school is less than 15-minutes’ drive over the Garvock Hill to Johnshaven and highly regarded. The school buses for Fordoun Primary School and Mearns Academy will collect children from the top of the track road which is within a close walking distance to the property and safe for children to access

Laurencekirk Community Centre, Library, Fitness Suite and Police Station are housed within the Mearns Campus. There are two public parks, both with children's play areas, and in addition the memorial park houses a bowling green and a skate-board facility

This home is in easy reach of the A90 Aberdeen/Dundee dual carriageway both cities are approximately 40 minutes’ drive, and Montrose around 20 minutes. A train station located in Laurencekirk with regular trains towards Aberdeen and Dundee, taking roughly 30 minutes to each location makes this town an ideal base for commuters

This is a rare opportunity and a delightful home not to be missed. Request your viewing now!

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