Location

Mill O'Barns Steading is located about (1.5 miles) from the village of Auchleven, which has a primary school. About two miles away is Insch which has a range of local shops and community facilities along with a railway station. About seven miles away is Alford which has various local shops, medical and dental practices and a community campus housing nursery, primary and secondary school, a library and swimming pool. The property is also within the Huntly and Inverurie secondary school catchment areas.

Mill O'Barns is situated just to the north of Bennachie, a well known Aberdeenshire landmark, with easy access to both Aberdeen and its airport, on the A96.   Locally there is salmon fishing on the nearby Deveron, Don and Spey, together with golf courses at Insch, Alford, Huntly, Inverurie, Royal Aberdeen, Cruden Bay and the Trump International Golf Links.

There is private schooling in Aberdeen including Robert Gordon's College, St Margaret's and Albyn as well as the International School of Aberdeen. There are two universities and several colleges of further education. Gordonstoun is also easily reached.

The nearby A96 provides ease of access to Aberdeen and its airport which provides excellent links to London and other UK and European cities.   The Western Peripheral Route has improved travel in and around Aberdeen, and links to a quicker and more direct route south. Insch railway station, on the Aberdeen- Inverness line, is easily reached and there are regular mainline services from Aberdeen, including a sleeper. Aberdeen has all the services expected of a major city including business and leisure facilities, theatres, restaurants and a wide range of shopping.

Description

Understood to have been originally constructed over 130 years ago, this distinctive U-shaped farm steading was thoughtfully converted into a residential dwelling approximately 31 years ago. The property combines traditional features with modern elements and offers a flexible layout that includes a self-contained annexe apartment. Flooring throughout the property is a tasteful mix of engineered oak, ceramic tiles and other hard surface finishes, while the majority of internal doors are crafted from pine, with matching pine skirtings, facings and window sills. Central heating is supported with a multi-fuel stove on a slate hearth with pointed stone recess and chimney breast in the sitting room, and an open fire with a pointed stone chimney breast in the lounge. The annexe also has a wood burning stove.
Internally, the home is rich in character. The delightful sitting room and central wing feature exposed timber joists, whilst the vaulted ceilings in both the sitting room and the principal bedroom showcase exposed roof beams, adding to the rustic feel. A home office/study is accessed from the sitting room and dual aspect windows provide lovely garden views.
The main kitchen is well-appointed with a range of farmhouse-style floor and wall cabinets featuring timber panel doors and drawer fronts. Extensive worksurfaces complement the units along with coordinating splashback tiling. Integrated appliances include a fridge, oven and a gas hob with extractor hood above. A utility room is fitted with a sink, units and worktops.
A striking open ash staircase leads from the dining room to the upper level, adding a touch of architectural interest. The principal bedroom suite has ample storage, an en suite bathroom and benefits from a Juliet balcony which enjoys countryside views. Opposite is the lounge which offers a calm retreat and views. This room is very versatile and could work as a playroom, hobby room or home office.   Returning to the ground floor, three further bedrooms are serviced by a main bathroom with separate shower.
Adjacent to the garage is the cosy annexe which is ideal for extended family or guest accommodation. This self contained apartment has an open plan sitting room and kitchen fitted with modern cabinets, light worksurfaces and integrated appliances including an oven, hob with extractor hood and a fridge. Completing the annexe is a double bedroom and bathroom.

Outside: There are gravel drives off both the road at the front and the Netherhall farm track. The perimeter of the property is a formed by a combination of stone walls, timber fencing, stock fencing and tall beech hedges. The mainly lawned garden includes a greenhouse, log store and polytunnel.

Garage: Occupying a part of the west wing of the U shaped building is the garage/workshop. This has a concrete floor, an electronically operated timber up and over vehicular door in the rear gable, power and light.