Location

Stonehaven is a charming fishing port and traditional holiday resort. Just to the south are the dramatic ruins of Dunnottar Castle, a brooding medieval fortress perched on a rocky crag above the North Sea. Sheltering beneath the cliffs is the town’s pretty harbour, where there is a museum and a seafood restaurant set in a 16th century jail, as well as the historic Ship Inn and the Marine Hotel, which brews it own beers. The town hosts an annual real ale festival in June. Along the bay is an award-winning fish and chip shop and an Olympic-sized Art Deco open air swimming pool where, in the summer, you can swim under the stars in water that is heated to a balmy 29 degrees. The town hosts its world famous Hogmanay fire ball procession and a music event on New Year’s Eve in the town centre.

The city of Aberdeen, with its theatres, two universities, college and shopping centres is just 20 minutes by train. The local train station is served by frequent services to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, the East Coast line to London and the Cross Country line to Birmingham and the West Country, and benefits from free parking. Buses also regularly run from the town to Aberdeen, Dundee and Perth. Stonehaven is adjacent to the A90 allowing easy access to Aberdeen and the north; Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow to the south. Stonehaven also lies to the southern end of the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route, allowing rapid access to Aberdeen Airport and business areas to the west and north of Aberdeen. Aberdeen International Airport offers direct flights to the hub airports of London and Amsterdam along with seasonal direct flights to other destinations.

Distances:
Aberdeen   (18.8 miles)
Montrose (24.7 miles)
Westhill    (15.9 miles)
ABZ Business Park (18.5 miles)*
*Please note that all distances are approximate.

Description

Lyleston is an impressive detached period house situated in the picturesque coastal town of Stonehaven. Offering an expansive 525.0 m² of living space across three floors, this distinctive and unique property is rich in character.

The accommodation at Lyleston begins with a generous entrance hall, off which are the spacious and elegant sitting room and formal dining room, both light and bright thanks to charming bay windows. Each of these rooms features a granite and marble open fireplace. There is a versatile family room with a tiled fireplace. A fourth reception room has been used as a home office, playroom or additional lounge.

The well appointed kitchen includes a comprehensive array of white wall and base cabinets, complemented by granite worktops and matching splashbacks. The Belling range cooker is one of a series of integrated appliances which also includes a dishwasher and fridge. A multi-paned glazed door opens into the garden room which has Amtico flooring and an exposed granite wall and offers ample space for relaxed dining plus double doors opening directly onto the garden.

The utility room is both practical and well-equipped, featuring a selection of sleek white wall and base units topped with durable laminate work surfaces. This space also includes a WC, an inset sink with a modern mixer tap, a Samsung washing machine, and a Zanussi tumble dryer.

An impressive staircase with a classic wooden balustrade leads to a galleried upper landing and a charming mezzanine level. Here there is a well-appointed bathroom with underfloor heating, complete with a bath, separate mains shower, vanity unit with basin and WC. A spacious double bedroom with a side-facing window completes this level.

A generously sized principal bedroom at the front of the property features a double window offering stunning sea views and a wall of fitted wardrobes. The adjoining luxury en suite bathroom includes a spa bath, separate shower, a period-style basin set within storage cabinetry, and a mirror above. A spacious study/bedroom has a bay window to the front with far-reaching sea views, complemented by an additional side window. With an open marble fireplace and extensive range of fitted cabinetry, including a desk- this room is ideal as a library or home office. A well-proportioned double bedroom at the rear offers peaceful views and ample space.
Another generously sized double bedroom, also at the rear, has fitted cupboards.

At the lower ground floor level, Lyleston features an impressive games room, currently arranged with a full-size snooker table and dedicated overhead lighting. This spacious area offers excellent versatility, with ample room to create a comfortable seating, gym, or TV area.

Lower Ground Floor Apartment:
Lyleston also benefits from a superb self-contained garden level apartment, ideal for multi-generational living or guest accommodation. This stylish annexe features a contemporary open-plan kitchen and living area, a comfortable bedroom with en suite shower room, a second bedroom with its own en suite bathroom, and a bright and airy sun room, offering both privacy and flexibility in a beautifully designed space.

Outside: Lyleston is surrounded by mature, walled gardens comprising lawns and patios. The front offers a spacious lawn with pathways and borders, while the south side includes a patio, garden shed and rockery. The north side has additional lawn and paving. At the rear, with gated access, there is plenty of parking, a potting shed, garages, and a mix of lawn, gravel, and patio areas

Garage: Electric gates. Driveway. Double and single garage with electric up and over doors.