Location
A gem of a Listed home in the heart of Old Aberdeen.
SUMMARY
96 High Street is at the heart of a conservation area in historic Old Aberdeen. This charming property, which dates back to 1623, was originally a Bishop's residence and has a south-facing and very private garden. It has been a much cherished family home since 1969. Throughout most of the ground floor there is original parquet flooring. Other period features include high ceilings, panelled doors, ceiling cornice work and fireplaces.
ACCOMMODATION
Full of character, this delightful detached home is over two floors with an added two storey conversion. An entrance vestibule has a tiled floor and interior door to the elongated L shaped hallway. Three rear aspect windows bring natural light in the hall. A cloakroom is fitted with a WC and wash basin. One of four attractive reception spaces is the elegant sitting room. Twin aspect windows overlook the High Street along with a third front window. The lounge offers more casual relaxation space with fitted bookcases and a window with a driveway/greenery aspect. The dining room has access to the large north facing pantry. Fitted with an extensive range of base, drawer and wall cabinets with open end shelves is the kitchen, which also has garden views. These cabinets are complemented by modern worksurfaces and tiled splashbacks. There is plumbing for a dishwasher and washing machine. An utterly tranquil fourth reception space is found in the conservatory, constructed by Oak Leaf of York. This wonderful space of stone and wood with timber double glazing brings the outdoors in and has a feature exposed granite wall, and a low wall on two sides for seating or for plants. An attractive split-level staircase leads to the first floor landing. As with the sitting room, the principal bedroom has corner aspect windows and there are built in wardrobes. Adjacent is a shower room with WC, wash basin and oversized shower enclosure with mains shower. Three further bedrooms have fitted sinks and two have garden outlooks.
OUTSIDE
Enclosed driveway gates lead to off street parking. Mature, cultivated and landscaped garden grounds are bounded by timber fencing and stone walls. Established shrubs, plants, flower beds and borders provides a kaleidoscope of colour. There is a small garden pond and kitchen garden.
GARAGE
Large single garage of stone and slate construction with a timber pedestrian side door and front folding timber door. Power and light.
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I love the conservatory opening into the almost secret garden.
Fiona GormleyProperty agent