6 bed detached house for sale

Drumblade House, Drumblade, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54

A charming stone-built former manse of immense character, with elegant period details and versatile living spaces, set amidst private walled gardens with views over the surrounding countryside.
Drumblade House is a distinguished C Listed period residence of traditional stone construction, extending to nearly 5,000 sq ft of combined living and ancillary accommodation. The property represents a fine example of classical architecture, blending its historical integrity evidenced by high ceilings, sash and case windows, and original fireplaces with a stylish and carefully curated interior.

The accommodation flows from an inviting entrance porch into an impressive reception hall, where a graceful sweeping staircase forms a striking focal point. The ground floor offers a series of elegant reception rooms, including a formal dining room and a dual-aspect sitting room, both centred around handsome fireplaces. A dedicated study provides an ideal space for home working. The farmhouse-style kitchen and breakfast room, centred around a classic red Aga set beneath a stone lintel, is complemented by traditional flagstone flooring and bespoke cabinetry. A generously proportioned utility room adjoins, offering excellent practical space, while to the rear a light-filled family room provides a relaxed everyday living area, complete with a wood-burning stove.

On the first floor there are three well-proportioned double bedrooms, all retaining fireplaces, including a principal suite enjoying elevated views over the surrounding countryside, served by two well-appointed family bathrooms. The second floor provides two further characterful bedrooms, both with dormer windows and fireplaces, in addition to a well-sized bathroom.

The house is set within beautifully maintained walled grounds, affording a high degree of privacy.

The gardens are predominantly laid to lawn and bordered by mature specimen trees and well-established shrubbery, creating a number of areas suited to outdoor entertaining. A sweeping gravel driveway provides ample parking and leads to a substantial outbuilding, comprising a large garage with an adjoining bedroom/living room and en suite shower room, ideal as guest accommodation or for use as a creative workspace. Further traditional stone outbuildings offer extensive storage and additional potential.

Location
Drumblade House is situated in the peaceful rural parish of Drumblade, close to the market town of Huntly in Aberdeenshire, surrounded by attractive rolling countryside and farmland. Huntly provides a good range of everyday amenities, including supermarkets, independent shops, cafés and leisure facilities, while the city of Aberdeen offers extensive retail, cultural and business amenities. The area is well regarded for schooling with a local primary school (with nursery) a mile away, and respected independent options including Robert Gordon's College, Albyn School and Gordonstoun. Excellent transport links are available via the A96, providing connections to Aberdeen and Inverness, while Huntly railway station offers regular services on the main Aberdeen to Inverness line. Aberdeen Airport is also readily accessible for wider national and international travel.

Postcode region: AB54?
General
Local Authority: Aberdeenshire Council?Services: Electricity mains, water private, heating oil and drainage private.
Council Tax: Band F
EPC Rating: E
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