Aberlyn Charlestown, Fife, KY11 3DP
Description Aberlyn was built around 1850 and is a fine example of a detached Victorian country house. Having been sympathetically modernised in recent years, the home has the features you would expect of a modern home yet retains the original character and finishes of a property of this age. Set in just under an acre (0.9 acres) of mature and well laid out private garden grounds with views south through the trees to the Firth of Forth. The home over two levels consists entrance vestibule, well presented reception hall, drawing room with double aspect windows and real open fire with marble mantle and cast iron inset and granite hearth, the sitting room has a woodburning stove. This room leads onto a lovely conservatory with doors onto the garden. The well finished dining kitchen has a range cooker, integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer. A lobby provides access to a dining room. To the rear of the house is a study with access to the garden, a wet room and a large utility room/boiler room. The spacious upper landing gives access to the 4 bedrooms, the master is a most splendid suite with Aberlyn Charlestown, Fife, KY11 3DP dressing area and large fully tiled en suite with 4 piece bathroom. Bedrooms 2 and 3 share an ensuite shower room. A superb Victorian country home set in enclosed mature gardens close to the shores to the Firth of Forth. Charlestown 0.5 miles, Dunfermline 4 miles, Forth Road Bridge 6 miles, Edinburgh 17 miles. Kincardine Bridge 10 miles, M9 12 miles. Gardens On entering the ground via the double gates is a large gravel sweep offering parking for several cars. The gardens have a variety of well stocked floor beds. The remaining area of the garden is mainly laid to lawn with a mix of mature trees including fruit trees (cherry, plumb and pear). The north side of the garden has a barbecue house and raised decked area with further borders and rockery. Outbuildings By the main gates is a traditional stone built barn which is currently used as a garage and garden store. There may be future development potential subject to the necessary consents.
Location Aberlyn enjoys a most attractive private setting with views towards the Forth Estuary. Situated about 0.5 miles outside Charlestown, a charming and much sought after coastal conservation village. The village has a medical centre, cricket club, harbour with yacht moorings and bowling green. Local primary schooling is available in Limekilns and second schooling can be found in Dunfermline with a local bus service for pupils. Private schooling is available at Dollar Academy in Dollar and a variety of schools in Edinburgh. Charleston is an ideal base for the commuter with good to access route to the main motorway system, M90, M80 via the Forth Bridge and Kincardine Bridges. Dunfermline, a vibrant town east of the property, has many historic buildings. It offers an excellent range of facilities including high street shopping, retail parks, business amenities, sports and leisure facilities. The capital city of Edinburgh is within easy driving distance wherein lies al the social and recreational facilities you would expect from our capital city. Directions From Edinburgh, take the M90 north over the Forth Road Bridge. Take the second junction off the M90 onto the A985. Travel through Rosyth and take the turning sign posted "Limekilns" following the road through Limekilns and Charlestown. Approx 1 /2 mile after you leave the village is a shared road to your left. Follow this down and Aberlyn is on the left hand side. Services Mains electricity and water with private drainage. There is oil fired central heating and the house is mostly double glazed. Council tax Council tax band G Viewings Strictly by appointment through DMH Baird Lumsden. 0131 477 6001. www.dmhbl.co.uk Monday to Friday 9am til 5 pm. Possession Vacant possession will be given on entry by arrangement. Local authority Fife Council, Fife House, North Street, Glenrothes, KY5 5LT
Selling Agents DMH Baird Lumsden 15 Alva Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4PH Tel. 0131 477 6001 Fax. 0131 477 6016 www.dmhbl.co.uk PARTICULARS AND MISREPRESENTATION The following note is of crucial importance to intending viewers and/or purchasers of the property. DMH Baird Lumsden, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. No responsibility is assumed for the accuracy of individual items, nor for any error they may contain, however caused. No information in these particulars should be considered to be a statement that the property is in good condition or otherwise, nor in good structural condition or otherwise, nor that any services, equipment or facilities are in working order. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. It should not be assumed that the property has all the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents. It should not be assumed that the selling agents have verified these matters which must be verified by any intending purchaser. Descriptions in these particulars are stated as a matter of opinion and not as a statement of fact. Any plans, areas, measurements or distances stated in these particulars are approximate only. Information contained in these particulars is given in good faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement or representation of fact. No person in the employment of DMH Baird Lumsden has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars nor to enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of DMH Baird Lumsden, nor any contract on behalf of the Sellers. Printed by Digital Typeline