Crook of Devon KY13 0UR
Price:- Offers over £210,000
Viewing:- Through Andersons LLP - 01577 862405
An outstanding period house well located in this very popular village. Brookside is set in attractive gardens with a courtyard garden to the rear and mature lawned gardens to the front and side. The property comprises very adaptable accommodation of 1 / 2 reception rooms, 2 / 3 bedrooms, study, kitchen, utility area and bathroom. The property has a range of period features throughout with traditional sash and case windows, ceiling coving, traditional fireplace, Aga stove and many others. The upper level windows are double glazed and the property has white meter storage heaters, electric panel heaters and a living flame open fire. The character of this fine property will only be fully appreciated upon internal inspection. Viewing is strictly by appointment and is highly recommended.
CROOK OF DEVON, KINROSS-SHIRE – A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE
Crook of Devon is a rural village attractively located on the shores of the River Devon, nestling within the Ochil Hills. The village is peacefully located within 4/5 miles of the M90 Motorway and Kinross. The village amenities include a Post Office, Primary School of excellent reputation, local shop and Petrol Station. Kinross-shire frequently comes near the top of 'Best Places to Live' surveys. It has long been a popular location given its central position in relation to the major Cities and Towns of east and central Scotland. Edinburgh, Perth, Dundee and Stirling are all very commutable and even Glasgow is only around an hour or so by car. There is a 'Park and Ride' service from Kinross to Edinburgh and good bus links to the other major towns and cities. Kinross-shire has, however, much more to offer. The primary schools throughout the area are all extremely highly rated. Kinross High School is widely recognised as one of the best comprehensive schools in the country and a host of highly rated public schools including Dollar Academy are within easy travelling distance. The area is renowned for its country walks and the Loch Leven Heritage Trail has been an excellent initiative popular with walkers and cyclists alike. There are facilities for golf, tennis, fishing, swimming, squash, gliding, curling, cricket, rugby and other fitness and aerobic sports. Add to the mix a wide range of clubs and organisations and it quickly becomes clear why Kinross-Shire is a popular location for the young and not so young alike. For a more comprehensive list of available activities for all age groups see www.kinross.cc
Entry
Entry is gained to the front via double storm doors into the ground level hall.
Ground Level Hall
The ground level hall features traditional finishes including ceiling coving with natural light provided by a stained glass window at half landing level. Access is given into the main reception rooms, the stairway to the upper level and there is also a door into the bathroom. Coat hanging rail.
Living Room/Family Room
5.41m x 3.76m (17’9” x 12’4”)An excellent room which can be utilised in a number of ways. Featuring traditional sash and case windows to the front, shelved display alcove, a focal point aga stove (this stove can heat the hot water and has sufficient capacity that it could be linked to radiators if so required). This room easily accommodates sitting and dining areas as required. A doorway leads through to the rear hallway. Rear Hall The Rear Hall has a doorway leading to the courtyard to the rear and doorways into a walk-in utility area and through to the kitchen. Kitchen 3.22m x 2.43m (10’6” x 7’11”)
The kitchen is fitted with storage units at base and wall levels, has a window to the rear, ample worktop surfaces, stainless steel sink unit and drainer, splashback tiling and space for a cooker and plumbing for an automatic washing machine. There is also under unit storage space for fridge and freezer etc. Utility Cupboard Situated off the rear hall is a cupboard housing a water tank and there is space for tumble dryer, shelving and coat hooks. Sitting Room/Bedroom 3 5.16m x 4.45m (16’11” x 14’7”)
Another excellent room of great character again with sash and case windows to the front. Situated on the ground level this room currently provides the main Lounge but could also provide a large downstairs bedroom. Features include a focal point traditionally styled fireplace with open fire. (The fire is currently connected to an LPG cylinder to provide a living flame effect fire). Ceiling coving. Centre ceiling rose. Bathroom 3.48m x 2.59m (11’5” x 8’6”)
Situated on the ground level the bathroom comprises W.C, built-in, traditionally styled wash hand basin and cast iron bath with spray attachment. Other features include tiled flooring, opaque glazed windows, chrome heated towel rail and spotlighting. This is another very attractive room. Upper Level Upstairs is accessed via a left hand turn stairway with feature stained glass window. The upper landing gives access to two further bedrooms and also a study or possibly nursery bedroom. Study/Nursery Bedroom 2.01m x 1.81m (6’7” x 5’11”)
A small room with double glazed velux window. This room is currently utilised as a study and has built in book shelving. This can also be utilised as a nursery bedroom if so required. Bedroom 1 4.45m x 4.06m (14’7” x 13’4”)
Particularly large double bedroom with double glazed windows to the front. This spacious room has ample space for free standing furniture as required. Bedroom 2 4.48m x 4.05m (14’8” x 13’3”)
Another large double bedroom again with double glazed windows to the front. This room also has ample space for free standing furniture, sofa etc. Gardens The property has attractive, well established gardens to front, rear and side. There is an courtyard style yard located to the rear which incorporates outdoor entertaining and sitting areas. A backdrop of mature trees provides an ideal setting for this garden. There is a good sized lawned garden mainly to the side of the property. This area also has well stocked flower borders and again mature trees and shrubs. This garden extends round to the front of the property. Parking On street parking with right of access to the gate at the rear of the property. Potential Scope for off street parking exists to the front of the property subject to usual planning consents. Heating The heating is supplied by electric heaters with a combination of white meter storage heaters and electric panel heaters in the main rooms. The Aga stove runs on anthracite. Viewing Viewing by appointment through Andersons LLP 01577 862405