Set in mature and secluded garden grounds this superb residence is one of Cults' best kept secrets. Incentives available
Situated in approximately one acre of grounds, Cults House dates back to about 1690 and was the first house to be built in Cults (now a western suburb of Aberdeen) by the Irvine family who owned Drum Castle. The property along with the impressive entrance driveway wall are Grade B listed. This substantial granite and slate residence has been extended and adapted over the years to create a spacious family home which strikes the perfect balance between old and new. Period features include high ceilings, cornice work, picture rails, wood panelling, deep skirting boards, panelled doors, archways, alcoves, column style radiators, bay windows, working window shutters, and fireplaces. There is a more contemporary style to the luxury
This is an exciting opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented property which has rarely been available for sale. The large entrance vestibule with two 15 pane windows has a striking black and white tiled floor which leads through to the main hallway, guest cloakroom and main staircase, the hallway featuring original panelling. Currently the configuration of reception rooms interlink to offer fantastic circulation and entertaining space. The billiard room is very well appointed with bay window with vestibule and door to the garden. A more formal room is the dining room, again with attractive parquet flooring and a bay window enjoying the same garden aspect. The drawing room is wonderfully elegant with its barrel style ceiling and a delightful spot to enjoy a fabulous garden outlook is the window seat fitted snugly around the deep large curved window. From this room French doors open into the box shaped orangery with garden access which is finished with granite floor tiles. The heart of this home is the dining kitchen and family room which has external access to the driveway. The kitchen is fully fitted with an extensive and comprehensive range of Neptune drawers, cabinets and larder unit. The work surfaces are Silestone and there is a generously sized island. The kitchen centrepiece is the gas fired four oven black AGA. Other appliances include a NEFF integrated and concealed dishwasher and Samsung side by side fridge freezer. Informal and casual relaxation space is provided across the room with the focal point being the fireplace housing a wood burning stove. Casual space continues with French doors opening into the conservatory. This room really brings the outdoors in with a picture perfect outlook over the grounds and French doors opening into the garden. For everyday domestic tasks there is the preparation kitchen and utility area which has fitted units and appliances including an electric double oven / grill, gas hob, two sinks, Miele washing machine and Siemens condensing tumble dryer. A rear vestibule provides outside access and there is a cloakroom with WC and washbasin which is particularly useful when working in the garden.
Ascending the carpeted split level staircase is a large 12 pane landing window. On the landing is a stained glass window, deep cloak cupboard and a walk in linen cupboard. With a double aspect and enjoying wonderful natural light is the principal bedroom suite. Steps lead down to a dressing room with full height and half height wardrobes. The en suite bathroom has a white bath with over bath rainfall shower, vanity unit housing a washbasin, Gerberit concealed WC and electric underfloor heating. Opposite, en suite double bedroom two enjoys the same south facing aspect and benefits from fitted bedroom furniture and a walk-in wardrobe. The en suite has a large shower enclosure with rainfall shower, a concealed cistern, washbasin and electric underfloor heating. Bedroom three is serviced by a family bathroom with an over bath shower, washbasin with vanity unit, and WC. A real retreat space is the library with fitted bookshelves and steps leading down to a triple aspect home office with fitted desk furniture and cabinets. On the second floor is an en suite bay window bedroom with particularly large en suite bathroom featuring a freestanding double end roll top bath, separate large shower enclosure with electric shower, vanity unit with wash hand basin and concealed cistern. Two further bedrooms are serviced by a family bathroom with white double end bath, separate shower enclosure with mains shower, vanity units with a sink and concealed cistern.
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The imaginative, creative and extensive gardens are both beautiful and tranquil. Internally is the successful blend of exquisite period features with sleek contemporary bathrooms and open plan living.
Fiona GormleyProperty agent