3 bedroom house

Very rarely does the opportunity arise to purchase such a picturesque property with a striking 2
acres only minutes from the seaside town of Stonehaven. The location is truly delightful. Panoramic views of the surrounding fields are visible from every angle and a sense of tranquillity is abundant. Country roads from Stonehaven are quiet and often used for recreational walking. North Lodge was built in the mid-19th century and has been maintained by the current owners, offering comfortable accommodation spanning over two levels and the picturesque exterior sets the tone for a warm and inviting interior.

The real labour of love at North Lodge is the outstanding dedication by the current
owners to develop the surrounding two acres into something very special. Overflowing with life,
and with a huge abundance of different plant species, the grounds have been transformed into an
oasis for wildlife with a mixture of magnificent woodlands, meadows, vegetable beds and ponds
attracting many forms of wildlife. The accommodation, location and grounds at North Lodge really offer a unique opportunity to any buyer the ability to take up the reigns, explore and develop whilst fully enjoying the sustainable lifestyle that the property offers. The accommodation within North Lodge comprises of the following. Entrance through the utility room which benefits from ample storage leading through to the dining kitchen. A well-proportioned dining room offers a place for entertaining or family dining. The log burner and exposed brick nook are an eye catching feature and add a good degree of warmth to the room. The shutters for the sash and case double glazed windows are all fully working. The formal front door offers alternative access and the inner hallway gives way to a shower room and carpeted staircase to the
upper level. The spacious ground floor bedroom has views to the garden and provides versatile
accommodation as required. The lounge completes the ground floor accommodation and the
windows act like frames to the garden views and also allow a high ingress of natural light to flood
in. The lounge is well proportioned with a log stove in the original fireplace and ample space for
free standing furniture and again the sash and case windows have been recently replaced and
benefit from working shutters. On the upper floor, two good sized bedrooms enjoy elevated views
to the grounds, countryside and sea beyond. A WC handily services the two bedrooms and there
is ample storage in both.

Ground Floor: Rear vestibule, kitchen, Utility room, dining room, front hall, showeroom, bedroom,
lounge
First Floor: Second Floor: Two double bedrooms and WC

North Lodge has 2 acres of garden grounds. A driveway offers parking for a good number of
vehicles and leads to the double garage. Over 30 years of planting has created a most unique
haven at North Lodge from what was once a small holding. Truly idyllic, it is not until you start to
meander through un made paths that the extent of what the grounds offer becomes apparent.
The use of reclaimed materials is evident throughout the grounds and there is a useful barn which
currently houses chickens and has a large workshop area. A well-stocked wood shed with log
splitter is situated to the rear of the garage and there is a convenient potting shed adjacent to the
house. Cultivated over the decades, the mature woodland now provides a natural habitat for a vast array of wildlife. The trees open up to two beautiful wildflower and hay meadows, an amphitheatre
for colour and nature. The present owner’s dedication to plant selection and nurturing steady
growth has been second to none. The organic vegetable plots and appealing orchard supply an
abundance of produce. Water taps and an electricity point have been placed conveniently for
the vegetable garden with two greenhouses which will remain. Hedging has been used to create
divisions between areas of the grounds providing shelter and nesting areas. The formal garden
with lawn and flower beds lead up to the property. Thoughtful planting and mature trees provide
colour, depth and shade whilst a sunny patio offers a place to sit, relax and enjoy the view. The
herb garden provides an array of plants to pick and use along with the rest of the produce to hand
throughout the seasons. The grounds reflect superbly the current owners’ desire to work with
nature, creating a magnificent eco environment to live and work in.

Water -Mains
Electricity -Mains
Tenure -Freehold
Heating -Oil
Council Tax - Band G
EPC -E
Drainage - Cess Pit

Stonehaven is a town in the north east of Scotland, located 13 miles south of Aberdeen. The town
has been a traditional tourist destination for many years as it benefits from a delightful harbour
area with fine traditional pubs and restaurants. Stonehaven is excellently situated for transport
and the train station is served by frequent services to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and the East
Coast Line to London. The town is adjacent to the A90 allowing easy access to Aberdeen and
the north; Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow to the south. Stonehaven itself has nursery, primary
and secondary education and a real sense of community amongst the town. Stonehaven is at the
southern end of the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route which allows rapid access to Aberdeen
Airport and business areas to the west and north of Aberdeen together with all the leisure,
recreational and entertainment facilities expected from the oil capital of Europe.


EPC Rating = E



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