£460,000 Offers Over
Manscroft, Schoolhouse Lane, is a detached four-bedroom property, exquisitely remodelled and completed in 2018, offering a blend of modern comfort and timeless charm. Finished to a high standard, this spacious property is move-in ready and perfect for family living, featuring a self-contained annexe, well-maintained gardens and ample off-street parking on a generous stone-chip driveway.
Archiestown is a charming village in Moray, Scotland, known for its traditional 18th-century layout and scenic beauty in the Speyside region, famous for whisky distilleries. Founded in 1760 by Sir Archibald Grant as a planned settlement for weavers, Archiestown features wide, straight streets and neat stone cottages that embody its historic character. Surrounded by lush forests and rolling hills, the village is ideal for walking and exploring nearby trails, including the Speyside Way. While offering a peaceful rural lifestyle, Archiestown is well-connected; Elgin, Aberdeen, and Inverness are all within commuting distance. Train stations at Keith and Elgin provide direct links to Aberdeen and Inverness, both cities with extensive shopping options, retail parks, rail links, and airports.
Upon entry, a welcoming wooden door opens to the entrance hall, which features a convenient understairs cupboard for additional storage. The hall also had doors to the open-plan lounge/kitchen, the contemporary ground-floor bathroom, the cozy sitting room, and carpeted stairs to the upper level.
The lounge at the front of the home offers twin windows with a charming window seat overlooking the front drive, while a rustic feature stone wall with a wood-burning stove creates a warm focal point. The lounge area seamlessly opens into the large dining kitchen, a stylish and functional space, with a range of base and wall-mounted units featuring contrasting worktops and tiled splashback. The kitchen is equipped with a Rangemaster Elan cooker & oven with extractor above, space for a freestanding fridge-freezer, and ample room for a dining set. A porcelain sink with a mixer tap is positioned beneath a window overlooking the front drive, and two sets of French doors that open directly onto the rear patio, inviting natural light throughout. A door from the kitchen leads to a utility room with additional storage, workspace, and plumbing for a washing machine, with access to a rear corridor that leads to the store and direct access to the annexe.
The ground-floor bathroom is tastefully finished, featuring a white suite that includes a bathtub, WC, wash hand basin, and a walk-in shower with a glass screen enclosure, complete with a mains shower and overhead rainfall showerhead. The walls are adorned with panelling to dado-rail height, while the shower enclosure is elegantly tiled. Twin frosted windows with deep sills ensure natural light while maintaining privacy.
The ground-floor sitting room opens into the sunroom, creating a bright, flowing space ideal for relaxation. This dual-aspect sitting room features deep-silled windows offering views of both the front and rear of the property. A central wood-burning stove serves as a warm focal point, extending seamlessly into the sunroom to enhance its cozy atmosphere. The sunroom itself is a light-filled, airy retreat, with multiple windows framing panoramic views of the rear garden. Roof windows and French doors further illuminate the space, inviting natural light and offering direct access to the decking area for effortless indoor-outdoor living.
The carpeted staircase, featuring a wooden handrail and balustrade, leads up to the first-floor landing, which is brightened by roof windows. This space, also finished with fitted carpet, provides access to the three double bedrooms.
The master suite features a Juliet balcony overlooking the rear, a roof window, and is finished with fitted carpet. The room also boasts both a walk-in wardrobe and an additional built-in wardrobe offering plenty storage, along with a well equipped ensuite complete with a bathtub, WC, wash hand basin, and shower. The second double bedroom offers front facing windows and ample space for freestanding furniture, while the third bedroom, a dual-aspect room with a Juliet balcony to the rear and a window to the front, includes an ensuite with WC and wash hand basin, along with a built-in
wardrobe for added storage.
Annexe: Accessed via its own entrance door, the annexe offers fully self-contained accommodation, ideal for guests or extended family, providing both independence and comfort. The bright, dual-aspect lounge/kitchen features a cozy wood-burning stove, fitted kitchen units, slot-in oven and stove with extractor fan above, and a stainless steel sink with drainer and mixer tap, creating a functional yet inviting living area. The spacious bedroom, finished in fitted carpet, includes a window to the front ample built-in storage with triple sliding doors, while the large shower room offers a stylish three-piece suite and a frosted window to the rear for added privacy.
This property is set within beautifully landscaped gardens, offering a private sanctuary surrounded by lush greenery and thoughtfully designed spaces. A long, private stone-chip driveway leads to ample off-road parking, ensuring both convenience and seclusion. The gardens feature expansive grassy areas, stone-chip pathways, timber decking, and mature plantings, creating a peaceful retreat. Boundaries are thoughtfully defined by fencing and charming stone walls, adding to the property's privacy. Unique touches include a glamping-style pod for added relaxation or guest accommodation, while an external timber staircase provides access to loft storage above an exterior patio, enhancing both the functionality and versatility of the outdoor space.
Lounge – 5.29m x 4.03m
Kitchen/Diner – 7.21m x 4.49m
Utility Room 2.41m x 2.22m
GF Bathroom – 4.02m x 1.76m (at widest points)
Sitting Room – 4.10m x 3.80m
Sun Room – 4.66 x 3.92m
Master Bedroom – 4.71m x 4.68m
Ensuite – 2.79m x 2.41m
Bedroom 2 – 4.03m x 2.67m (at widest points)
Bedroom 3 – 4.08m x 3.62m
Annexe:
Lounge/Kitchen – 4.52m x 3.94m
(at widest points)
Shower Room – 2.74m x 2.08m
Bedroom - 4.02m x 3.38m
While the current council tax for this property is set at 'Band A', the sellers have been informed that the council tax band will be subject to reassessment upon sale. This review may result in an adjustment, potentially increasing the band to 'Band E'.
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