6 bedroom house

A SUBSTANTIAL SUPERIOR RURAL DETACHED BUNGALOW WITH PADDOCK SET IN APPROX 3 ACRES OF LAND. Situated on the outskirts of Menmuir by Brechin, in an idyllic setting with spectacular views. Dunswood Farm bungalow was built in the 1980's and comprises of 5 bedrooms, 3 large public rooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen diner and a self-contained 1 bedroom Annexe which was added in the 1990's. With a double garage containing a workshop and WC, this is a rare opportunity to purchase a lifestyle country home. Up to 20 acres of additional land and a 560 sqm agricultural building is available by separate negotiations. Early viewing is highly recommended.

Main House

The front entrance to the house leads into a vestibule, inner hallway with 3 storage cupboards, two of which are walk-in. A ceiling hatch gives access to the partially floored loft.

The lounge is an exceptionally large dual aspect room overlooking the garden, orchard, and countryside beyond with open fire, bay window, and sliding doors leading onto the south facing patio.

5 bedrooms (one with ensuite shower room) and another currently being utilised as a home office. Four of the bedrooms have fitted wardrobes.

The family bathroom contains a free-standing claw foot bath with tap to shower fitment, wash hand basin and WC. There is ample space to install a separate shower, if desired.

With stunning views of the Caterthun hills, the dining kitchen contains a range of base and wall units, plus a moveable centre island. The oil-fired range cooker is included in the sale and there is space for a free-standing cooker, dishwasher and fridge freezer. Built-in banquette seating in the dining area has integrated storage. There is access into the dining room and sunroom beyond, and the rear of the property is accessed through a glazed conservatory porch.

The dining room is a substantial size with ample space for formal dining. Patio doors lead from here into the delightful sunroom, another large room, with sliding doors leading to the south facing patio. The sunroom has panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The property benefits from oil heating, double glazing and all fitted floorings and fitted appliances will remain as part of the sale.

Annexe

Alongside the double garage, the annexe was built as a later addition to Dunswood Farm and, subject to planning permission, the living space could be easily extended into the loft and/or garage.

The annexe has its own entrance, leading into an inner hallway with storage cupboard. The accommodation comprises dining kitchen, utility room, double bedroom with fitted wardrobe, bathroom and a spacious lounge with patio doors leading into the garden. All the living areas have spectacular views of the surrounding countryside.

The annexe benefits from electric heating, double glazing and all fitted floorings and fitted appliances will remain as part of the sale.

Externals

A private drive leads to the front of the property and a shared access road leads to the rear. There is extensive parking on both sides of the property.

A double garage with up and under door connects the main house and the annexe. The garage includes a workshop and WC, together with ceiling hatch access to the spacious loft.

The gardens are mainly south facing, bordered with hedging and mature trees, mostly laid to lawn, with a chip stone drive at the front and rear of the property. The mature gardens include an orchard, and a separate garden area for the annexe.

There is a drying green, together with vegetable patch, shed and greenhouse.

To the front of the house is a large, enclosed paddock, and to the rear of the house is a smaller enclosed area of land.

Extras

Further facilities are available by separate negotiation. These consist of up to 20 additional acres, including a manege for training horses, a large 27m x 21m agricultural building incorporating 7 loose boxes and suited to a range of uses, plus a duck flight pond.

ROOM MEASUREMENTS

Main House

Dining Kitchen: 18’4 x 11’5 (5.58m x 3.49m)

Dining Room: 17’7 x 13’11 (5.35m x 4.24m)

Sunroom: 16’11 x 14’4 (5.15m x 4.36m)

Formal Lounge: 16’7 x 21’6 (5.05m x 6.55m)

Bedroom 1: 11’2 x 13’0 (3.40m x 3.95m)

En-suite: 3’8 x 7’7 (1.11m x 2.31m)

Bedroom 2: 9’11 x 11’4 (3.02m x 3.46m)

Bedroom 3: 11’3 x 9’6 (3.43m x 2.89m)

Bedroom 4: 9’4 x 7’0 (2.84m x 2.13m)

Bedroom 5/Home Office: 11’0 x 13’2 (3.35m x 4.01m)

Bathroom: 9’11 x 6’6 (3.02m x 1.98m)

Annexe

Lounge: 12’11 x 16’0 (3.93m x 4.87m)

Dining Kitchen: 12’11 x 10’1 (3.93m x 3.07m)

Utility Room: 5’2 x 6’10 (1.57m x 2.08m)

Bedroom: 11’2 x 13’1 (3.40m x 3.98m)

Bathroom: 8’10 x 6’10 (2.69m x 2.08m)

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Angus Council Tax Band: F       EPC Band: E

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Transport and Amenities

The A90 dual carriageway (5 minutes’ drive) is easily reached and links Aberdeen with Dundee and Perth. At Perth it connects with the A90 to Edinburgh and the A9 west to Stirling and Glasgow. Both Aberdeen and Dundee are easily reached and offer all the services expected of major cities. There are railway stations at Montrose (25 minutes) and Laurencekirk (20 minutes) with regular services to Aberdeen and the south, including a sleeper. Aberdeen Airport (45 minutes) provides a range of domestic and European flights and there are services from Dundee to London Stansted.

Menmuir is a small village just a 12-minute drive from Brechin. Brechin Town Houses and Museum Houses tell the city’s story of the last 2000 years and The Caterthuns where you can see remains of iron-age hill forts. On Sundays during the summer, the Caledonian Steam Railway carries passengers between the Victorian stations at Brechin and close by Bridge of Dun. Brechin Castle and visitor centre is situated just off the A90. Brechin Community Campus is in a central location, this is where the secondary school, as well as the sports and leisure facilities, are based. This modern built facility hosts a range of activities from a pool, a climbing wall, gym and various fitness classes suitable for all ages. Brechin also has two primary schools, each with pre-school.