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£590,000
4 bed detached house for sale
The Firs, 70 Beltie Road, Torphins. Banchory. AB314 beds
3 baths
4 receptions
Key Information
Tenure:
Freehold
Council tax band:
G
Local area information
Property location
Nearby amenities
- Torphins School 0 miles
- Kincardine O'Neil School 2.3 miles
These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.
Features and description
- Freehold
- Ym 0827
- Unique 4 Bedroom Victorian Villa with Balcony and Turret
- Large Kitchen entertaining space
- Master with Ensuite and Dressing Room
- Downstairs Shower Room with Sauna
- Laundry room
- Oil Radiators, lpg Cooker, Fireplace's, Underfloor Heating in the Kitchen
- Detached Large Garage (11.3m x 6.3m)
- Garden is approx. 0.5 Acres
- Direct access to the Old Deeside Railway Line for walking and cycling.
For sale with eXp UK is a remarkable detached Victorian Villa, aptly named 'The Firs'. This four-bedroom, three-bathroom property is a testament to Alexander Ellis' unusual design, taking inspiration from the architectural ideas of John Morgan. The Firs was constructed in the 1890s as a holiday home and carries a rich history, retaining its charm and unique features such as coloured glass windows, cast iron radiators, wooden panelling, and a viewing platform and tower.
The property is unfurnished, giving you the opportunity to add your personal touch. The master bedroom is spacious with an ensuite bathroom and a dressing room. The other three bedrooms are also spacious, two of them featuring built-in wardrobes. The bathrooms are beautifully designed, one with a free-standing bath, another with a rain shower that leads to a sauna, and the third is featured off the master bedroom as the ensuite and has a corner shower, all featuring heated towel rails and built-in storage.
The heart of the home, the kitchen, is modern and open-plan, with a large kitchen island, integrated appliances, built-in pantry, . Natural light floods the area, complemented by underfloor heating. The property boasts four reception rooms, all with large windows offering garden views. Three of these rooms feature fireplaces, while another offers access to the garden through sliding patio doors, doubling as a library, gym or music room.
Externally, the property showcases a beautiful view, a garden with a BBQ area, a five-car garage, and plenty of parking space. The local area is peaceful with a strong community feel, offering public transport links, nearby schools, local amenities, and green spaces. The property backs onto the Old Royal Deeside rail line which is now a well-known, walking and cycling route. Making it ideal for families or as a second home. This property is a unique opportunity to own a piece of history with modern conveniences. Due to its vintage feature the Villa is listed as Cat C by Historic Scotland.
Rooms
Entrance - 1.93m x 1.78m (6'3" x 5'10")
Entered through a solid wooden door with glass panels into this spacious, elegant entrance sets the tone for this beautiful, unique Victorian home. The large windows seen throughout the property frame the beautiful garden and beyond and offer a bright welcome to this home. The Terrazzo tile flooring is durable and ideal for family living. The walls are white brick and the ceiling is finished with original cladding that is featured throughout the property.
Sitting Room - 6.93m x 3.8m (22'8" x 12'5")
The large sitting room has beautiful large windows and a window seat, allowing plenty of natural light to flood in. The lovely wooden panelling and solid wood doors contribute to the room's attractiveness. A fireplace provides a warm atmosphere. The lounge is entirely carpeted and has a wall-mounted radiator as well as an elegant ceiling light fixture.
Drawing Room - 4.17m x 3.8m (13'8" x 12'5")
This is another spacious reception room, It could be used for a variety of purposes. It is currently neutrally decorated and is currently used as a cosy snug and art studio. Featuring a fireplace that houses a wood-burning stove ceiling light fixtures. Finished with wooden flooring.
Formal Dining Room - 4.7m x 2.9m (15'5" x 9'6")
This formal dining room comfortably fits a large dining table. This room has a large window and a wood-panelled ceiling. The area is carpeted and neutrally decorated. Radiator and ceiling light. Fireplace. Radiator.
Gym/Music Room - 3.45m x 3.3m (11'3" x 10'9")
Enjoy your own Library in this brilliant addition to any home. Benefits from patio doors leading to the rear of the property. White ceiling that compliments the original beams. Wood flooring. Light fitting and radiator.
Kitchen - 6.53m x 4.57m (21'5" x 14'11")
The kitchen is a huge living area with a high ceiling and open beams. It is ideally designed for modern family living. Incorporating the property's original architectural design features while continuing the use of wood and coloured glazed glass in the wall unit design with lighting. A wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and double doors that open onto the terrace provide ample natural light. Excellent matched base and wall units. Designed to reflect the building's past. With contrasting black granite work surfaces. A huge cooker powered by an lpg gas bottle, integrated under-counter fridge and freezer and dishwasher. The kitchen emanates warmth with its heated tiled floor and boasts a centre island with a sink and breakfast bar. Benefits from a white radiator and 2 pendant light fittings.
Cloakroom - 2.34m x 0.94m (7'8" x 3'1")
Located on the ground floor at the rear of the house and equipped with a 2 piece suite which comprises of a wall-mounted sink and toilet. Ceiling light fitting, window and radiator for added comfort.
Hallway - 2.44m x 1.96m (8'0" x 6'5")
Charming hallway with a fully carpeted stairwell which has walls with wooden panelling a beautiful stained glass window and a wooden banister. There is an under-stair storage perfect for shoes and coats. The cupboard door is hidden by the wooden panelling.
Laundry Room - 3.4m x 2.34m (11'1" x 7'8")
The laundry room boasts wood base units, convenient plumbing for a washing machine, and ample room for a tumble dryer. Enjoy a view of the rear garden from the window, and step out into the outdoor oasis via the back door. Recessed lights, Radiator and wood flooring. Leads to the shower room with a sauna.
Shower Room - 2.18m x 1.85m (7'1" x 6'0")
Located at the rear of the property and accessed from the laundry/Boot room. Fully tiled corner cubicle with shower, wash hand basin with tiled splash back and WC. Storage Cupboard. Radiator and light fitting. Leads to the sauna.
Sauna
After a long day at work unwind in your private sauna. Seating on two levels. Ideally located off the shower room
Master Bedroom - 3.58m x 3.58m (11'8" x 11'8")
A spacious and bright double room, with a large dressing room with ample cupboard space there is also an ensuite shower room. There is ample space for free-standing furniture and seating and is fully carpeted. Radiator and ceiling light fitting.
Dressing Room - 3.48m x 1.78m (11'5" x 5'10")
Features built-in storage and a dressing table. Large window allowing natural light, ideal for this room! Wall lights and ceiling light fittings. Fully carpeted.
Ensuite - 1.98m x 1.88m (6'5" x 6'2")
Fully tiled corner cubicle with instant shower, wash hand basin with tiled splash back and WC set inside a white vanity unit. Mirror and wall lights. Ceiling light and white towel bar radiator.
Bedroom - 3.5m x 3m (11'5" x 9'10")
A good-sized neutrally decorated double room with ample space for free-standing furniture. Window. Carpet, Radiator and light fitting. Wood clad ceiling. Built-in cupboard.
Bedroom/Study - 3.48m x 2.9m (11'5" x 9'6")
Another good-sized room with a great view of the garden. Wooden flooring and painted white wooden-clad walls feature a bevelled interior window that is original to the building. Ceiling lights and Radiator.
Bedroom - 3.8m x 3.68m (12'5" x 12'0")
Double room with plenty of built in storage space. The room has a cosy feel with the wooden cladding and neutrally decorated walls. The room benefits from dual facing windows featuring coloured glass. Large white radiator, carpeted and decorative ceiling light fitting.
Family Bathroom - 1.83m x 1.65m (6'0" x 5'4")
The family bathroom located at the top of the stairs provides easy access. It features a bath, wash hand basin, and WC., radiator. Light fitting. Additionally, the bathroom is partially tiled. Benefits from dual aspect windows.
Attic - 6.88m x 4.5m (22'6" x 14'9")
Accessed through a hidden door on the landing this would make an amazing hobby room for the star-gazing enthusiast with the added benefit of a balcony. Windows and open beams are beautiful features. The floor is finished in wood. Leads to an additional viewing platform with an iron railing.
Outside
The mature garden is approximately half an acre and is planted with shrubs, plants and Fir trees. The driveway provides ample off-road parking for several cars, a large detached garage, a tool shed, a patio area. Lawn to the front and the path leads around the house. Access to the Old Royal Deeside Railway Line. From the rear of the garden through an exclusive gate. Oil Tank.
Detached Garage/Workshop - 11.3m x 6.3m (37'0" x 20'8")
Large detached garage built circa 1980 and situated at the top of the driveway. Built with brick/blockwork construction, roughcast externally under a pitched slated roof. Serviced with electricity and fully secured with an alarm and full-width sliding doors. This is a huge space and can easily park up to five cars or be used as a workshop. Windows and door to the rear. There is a tool shed attached to the rear under a corrugated steel roof. This would make an ideal workshop or home business space.
Please Note: These particulars are prepared on the basis of information provided by our clients. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within the Schedule of Particulars is accurate. Nevertheless, the internal photographs contained within this Schedule/ Website may have been taken using a wide angle lens. All sizes are recorded by electronic tape measurement to give an indicative, approximate size only. Floor plans are demonstrative only and not scale accurate. Moveable items or electric goods illustrated are not included within the sale unless specifically mentioned in writing. The photographs are not intended to accurately depict the extent of the property. We have not tested any service or appliance. This schedule is not intended to, and does not form any contract. It is imperative that, where not already fitted, suitable smoke alarms are installed for the safety for the occupants of the property. These must be regularly tested and checked.
The property is unfurnished, giving you the opportunity to add your personal touch. The master bedroom is spacious with an ensuite bathroom and a dressing room. The other three bedrooms are also spacious, two of them featuring built-in wardrobes. The bathrooms are beautifully designed, one with a free-standing bath, another with a rain shower that leads to a sauna, and the third is featured off the master bedroom as the ensuite and has a corner shower, all featuring heated towel rails and built-in storage.
The heart of the home, the kitchen, is modern and open-plan, with a large kitchen island, integrated appliances, built-in pantry, . Natural light floods the area, complemented by underfloor heating. The property boasts four reception rooms, all with large windows offering garden views. Three of these rooms feature fireplaces, while another offers access to the garden through sliding patio doors, doubling as a library, gym or music room.
Externally, the property showcases a beautiful view, a garden with a BBQ area, a five-car garage, and plenty of parking space. The local area is peaceful with a strong community feel, offering public transport links, nearby schools, local amenities, and green spaces. The property backs onto the Old Royal Deeside rail line which is now a well-known, walking and cycling route. Making it ideal for families or as a second home. This property is a unique opportunity to own a piece of history with modern conveniences. Due to its vintage feature the Villa is listed as Cat C by Historic Scotland.
Rooms
Entrance - 1.93m x 1.78m (6'3" x 5'10")
Entered through a solid wooden door with glass panels into this spacious, elegant entrance sets the tone for this beautiful, unique Victorian home. The large windows seen throughout the property frame the beautiful garden and beyond and offer a bright welcome to this home. The Terrazzo tile flooring is durable and ideal for family living. The walls are white brick and the ceiling is finished with original cladding that is featured throughout the property.
Sitting Room - 6.93m x 3.8m (22'8" x 12'5")
The large sitting room has beautiful large windows and a window seat, allowing plenty of natural light to flood in. The lovely wooden panelling and solid wood doors contribute to the room's attractiveness. A fireplace provides a warm atmosphere. The lounge is entirely carpeted and has a wall-mounted radiator as well as an elegant ceiling light fixture.
Drawing Room - 4.17m x 3.8m (13'8" x 12'5")
This is another spacious reception room, It could be used for a variety of purposes. It is currently neutrally decorated and is currently used as a cosy snug and art studio. Featuring a fireplace that houses a wood-burning stove ceiling light fixtures. Finished with wooden flooring.
Formal Dining Room - 4.7m x 2.9m (15'5" x 9'6")
This formal dining room comfortably fits a large dining table. This room has a large window and a wood-panelled ceiling. The area is carpeted and neutrally decorated. Radiator and ceiling light. Fireplace. Radiator.
Gym/Music Room - 3.45m x 3.3m (11'3" x 10'9")
Enjoy your own Library in this brilliant addition to any home. Benefits from patio doors leading to the rear of the property. White ceiling that compliments the original beams. Wood flooring. Light fitting and radiator.
Kitchen - 6.53m x 4.57m (21'5" x 14'11")
The kitchen is a huge living area with a high ceiling and open beams. It is ideally designed for modern family living. Incorporating the property's original architectural design features while continuing the use of wood and coloured glazed glass in the wall unit design with lighting. A wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and double doors that open onto the terrace provide ample natural light. Excellent matched base and wall units. Designed to reflect the building's past. With contrasting black granite work surfaces. A huge cooker powered by an lpg gas bottle, integrated under-counter fridge and freezer and dishwasher. The kitchen emanates warmth with its heated tiled floor and boasts a centre island with a sink and breakfast bar. Benefits from a white radiator and 2 pendant light fittings.
Cloakroom - 2.34m x 0.94m (7'8" x 3'1")
Located on the ground floor at the rear of the house and equipped with a 2 piece suite which comprises of a wall-mounted sink and toilet. Ceiling light fitting, window and radiator for added comfort.
Hallway - 2.44m x 1.96m (8'0" x 6'5")
Charming hallway with a fully carpeted stairwell which has walls with wooden panelling a beautiful stained glass window and a wooden banister. There is an under-stair storage perfect for shoes and coats. The cupboard door is hidden by the wooden panelling.
Laundry Room - 3.4m x 2.34m (11'1" x 7'8")
The laundry room boasts wood base units, convenient plumbing for a washing machine, and ample room for a tumble dryer. Enjoy a view of the rear garden from the window, and step out into the outdoor oasis via the back door. Recessed lights, Radiator and wood flooring. Leads to the shower room with a sauna.
Shower Room - 2.18m x 1.85m (7'1" x 6'0")
Located at the rear of the property and accessed from the laundry/Boot room. Fully tiled corner cubicle with shower, wash hand basin with tiled splash back and WC. Storage Cupboard. Radiator and light fitting. Leads to the sauna.
Sauna
After a long day at work unwind in your private sauna. Seating on two levels. Ideally located off the shower room
Master Bedroom - 3.58m x 3.58m (11'8" x 11'8")
A spacious and bright double room, with a large dressing room with ample cupboard space there is also an ensuite shower room. There is ample space for free-standing furniture and seating and is fully carpeted. Radiator and ceiling light fitting.
Dressing Room - 3.48m x 1.78m (11'5" x 5'10")
Features built-in storage and a dressing table. Large window allowing natural light, ideal for this room! Wall lights and ceiling light fittings. Fully carpeted.
Ensuite - 1.98m x 1.88m (6'5" x 6'2")
Fully tiled corner cubicle with instant shower, wash hand basin with tiled splash back and WC set inside a white vanity unit. Mirror and wall lights. Ceiling light and white towel bar radiator.
Bedroom - 3.5m x 3m (11'5" x 9'10")
A good-sized neutrally decorated double room with ample space for free-standing furniture. Window. Carpet, Radiator and light fitting. Wood clad ceiling. Built-in cupboard.
Bedroom/Study - 3.48m x 2.9m (11'5" x 9'6")
Another good-sized room with a great view of the garden. Wooden flooring and painted white wooden-clad walls feature a bevelled interior window that is original to the building. Ceiling lights and Radiator.
Bedroom - 3.8m x 3.68m (12'5" x 12'0")
Double room with plenty of built in storage space. The room has a cosy feel with the wooden cladding and neutrally decorated walls. The room benefits from dual facing windows featuring coloured glass. Large white radiator, carpeted and decorative ceiling light fitting.
Family Bathroom - 1.83m x 1.65m (6'0" x 5'4")
The family bathroom located at the top of the stairs provides easy access. It features a bath, wash hand basin, and WC., radiator. Light fitting. Additionally, the bathroom is partially tiled. Benefits from dual aspect windows.
Attic - 6.88m x 4.5m (22'6" x 14'9")
Accessed through a hidden door on the landing this would make an amazing hobby room for the star-gazing enthusiast with the added benefit of a balcony. Windows and open beams are beautiful features. The floor is finished in wood. Leads to an additional viewing platform with an iron railing.
Outside
The mature garden is approximately half an acre and is planted with shrubs, plants and Fir trees. The driveway provides ample off-road parking for several cars, a large detached garage, a tool shed, a patio area. Lawn to the front and the path leads around the house. Access to the Old Royal Deeside Railway Line. From the rear of the garden through an exclusive gate. Oil Tank.
Detached Garage/Workshop - 11.3m x 6.3m (37'0" x 20'8")
Large detached garage built circa 1980 and situated at the top of the driveway. Built with brick/blockwork construction, roughcast externally under a pitched slated roof. Serviced with electricity and fully secured with an alarm and full-width sliding doors. This is a huge space and can easily park up to five cars or be used as a workshop. Windows and door to the rear. There is a tool shed attached to the rear under a corrugated steel roof. This would make an ideal workshop or home business space.
Please Note: These particulars are prepared on the basis of information provided by our clients. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within the Schedule of Particulars is accurate. Nevertheless, the internal photographs contained within this Schedule/ Website may have been taken using a wide angle lens. All sizes are recorded by electronic tape measurement to give an indicative, approximate size only. Floor plans are demonstrative only and not scale accurate. Moveable items or electric goods illustrated are not included within the sale unless specifically mentioned in writing. The photographs are not intended to accurately depict the extent of the property. We have not tested any service or appliance. This schedule is not intended to, and does not form any contract. It is imperative that, where not already fitted, suitable smoke alarms are installed for the safety for the occupants of the property. These must be regularly tested and checked.
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