MILLSYDE, CHURCH ROAD, RUTHVEN, BY HUNTLY, AB54 4SR

Immaculately Presented Bungalow with Countryside Views

• 2 Bedrooms, Modern Bathroom
• Open Plan Lounge & Kitchen
• Full Double Glazing & Oil Central Heating
• Well-maintained Garden; Summer House
• Driveway to Side for Off-Road Parking

Offers over £180,000
Home Report Valuation £180,000

TYPE OF PROPERTY
Millsyde is a modern bungalow which has been fitted out to a high standard, and has been immaculately maintained and is a ready to walk into acquisition.  Millsyde enjoys a peaceful location in the rural village of Ruthven yet only 6 miles from Huntly and 7 miles from Keith with main shopping facilities, hospitals and rail and bus links.   The property benefits from oil-fired central heating and all windows and doors have been replaced by the current owners.  Meticulous attention has been given to detail and to the use of space in this property.  Particular features are the bright and airy lounge with modern kitchen on an open plan basis with patio doors leading out to a raised decking area with views over the countryside beyond, the two good-sized double bedrooms and the modern bathroom.   There is a good sized garden to the front of the property mainly in grass with a further garden at the rear and off-road parking is available on the drive at the side of the property.  Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate all this property has to offer and its location.

ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation is all on one level and comprises:-

ENTRANCE VESTIBULE
A composite door with glass panes leads into the entrance vestibule.  With fitted carpet, 4-bulb ceiling light, and double cupboard with hanging rail and shelf over.  Door to hall.

HALL
With fitted carpet, ceiling light, radiator, hatch to Loft and two sets of double cupboards providing plenty of storage space, one of which houses the hot water tank.

LOUNGE/KITCHEN   6.9m x 4.68m (22’7” x 15’4”)  (at widest)
This open and airy space allows for multifunctional use, from cooking in the modern kitchen through to relaxing in the lounge whilst still connecting with family in the kitchen.  The kitchen includes fitted units at floor and eye level with under unit lighting and worktop space with breakfast bar for informal dining and a 1.5 bowl sink with mixer tap and drainer.  Integrated appliances include a Lamona ceramic hob with angled extractor hood over, integrated Lamona microwave, oven and a dishwasher.  With laminate flooring, ceiling spotlights and window with venetian blinds to the rear of the of the property.  The lounge area with sliding patio doors allows for plenty of natural light with views beyond the village over open countryside.  With laminate flooring ceiling light and radiator.  The multi-fuel wood burning stove is ideal for those colder months and creates a warm and cosy atmosphere.

REAR PORCH
From the kitchen a door leads to the rear porch with laminate flooring, matwell, 3-bulb ceiling light and radiator.  This is a useful space with room for a tall fridge freezer and is plumbed for a washing machine and tumble drier.   Back door.

Returning to the lounge/kitchen a door leads to the hall with access to the remainder of the accommodation.

BEDROOM 1    3.44m x 2.92m (11’3” x 9’6”)
Bright double bedroom with window to the front with roller bind, fitted carpet, ceiling light, radiator and double fitted cupboard with hanging rail and shelf over for storage.

BATHROOM    2.25m x 1.84m ( 7’4” x 6’0”) (at widest)
Modern bathroom with fitted bathroom furniture including back to wall W.C. and wash hand basin with vanity cupboards and worktop space over, and l-shaped bath with Triton Shower over, shower screen and aqua panels.  With laminate flooring, frosted window with roller blind, wall-mounted mirror, 3-bulb ceiling light and ladder radiator.  The remainder of the walls have aqua panels to half height.

BEDROOM 2    2.92m x 2.86m (9’6” x 9’4”)
Further bright double bedroom with fitted carpet, window with roller blind to the rear, radiator and ceiling light.

OUTSIDE
A driveway to the side of the property provides off-street parking with two gates, one leading to the front of the property and one to the rear.  The front garden which is mainly in grass includes paved paths, pebbled borders and further borders housing an array of mature plants, trees and shrubs with a mature fruit tree and honeysuckle which grows along the perimeter fence at the bottom of the garden.  A raised decking area accessible from the lounge is a great space for entertaining in the summer months with an array of plants and shrubs planted along the edge of the decking connecting the decking to the rest of the garden.  There is a summer house measuring 12 x 7 which is ideal for sitting out in on regardless of the weather.  A paved path leads from the front garden to a further paved area at the side of the house with outside tap, wooden shed and log store leading to the rear garden which includes a paved patio area with rotary clothes drier with borders of shrubs and plants, and a lawn with mature trees.

SERVICES
Mains water and private drainage.  Oil, electricity, telephone and broadband connections.

ITEMS INCLUDED
All fitted carpets and floor coverings, light fittings and fixtures.

Council Tax: Band C.

EPC Banding: EPC=D.

Entry: By arrangement.

Viewing: Contact our Huntly office – (01466) 792331.

Email: huntly.property@stewartwatson.co.uk

Offers: All offers should be submitted in writing to our Huntly office.

LOCATION
The property is located approximately 6 miles from Huntly and approximately 7 miles from Keith making this property ideal for commuting. Ruthven lies in the heart of the Malt Whisky country and is a superb base from which to enjoy the host of activities and attractions that abound in Scotland’s North East. From the Cairngorm National Park to the golden beaches of the Moray Coast with the nearest beach at Sandend which is approximately 12 miles away. There are plenty of activities in the local area including golfing, fishing, castles and distilleries. Explore the Castle Trail, the world’s only Malt Whisky trail, and enjoy fabulous wildlife.  Primary schooling is available in Cairnie at Cairney Primary and Secondary Schooling is available in Keith and Huntly.

DIRECTIONS
From Huntly take the A96 towards Keith. Approximately 4 miles along this road is a turn-off to Ruthven and Cairnie. Take this road to the right and follow the road for approximately 2 miles. On entering Ruthven from the west, take the first road on the right  which is a small roadway. Proceed along this road and follow it round as it turns left. Millsyde is further along this road, on the left.

Reference: HUNTLY/MCD/I23