Get the price right

Donna Ross takes a look at two properties that have been dropped in price by their owners

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Kirklea, Church Street, Huntly

This grand home, situated within a conservation area in the town of Huntly, was put on the market in January.

After 10 months its owners have now decided to reduce it in price – from its original price of £295,000 to £259,000.

The listed building, which dates back to the late 18th century, retains many original features including deep window sills, natural wood doors and skirtings throughout.

Accommodation in the property spans three floors and benefits from oil fired central heating and recently installed double-glazing.

The exceptionally spacious lounge features an open fire which is set within a tiled fireplace with wooden surround and the good-sized family room is finished with wooden flooring and gives access to the inner hall.

The well proportioned dining kitchen has been fitted with a wide range of quality oak units and appliances and has patio doors leading out to the rear garden. There is also a utility room and a bathroom situated on the lower floor.

On the first floor, there are three spacious bedrooms, one of which has a walk-in wardrobe with planning permission for conversion into an en-suite shower room. There is also a nicely finished bathroom which is fitted with a three piece white suite and has a shower over the bath.

On the second floor, there are two further bedrooms which both have skylights to the front and rear, allowing an abundance of natural light into the rooms.

Outside, there are gardens to the front and rear of the property and the tarred driveway provides off street parking facilities and gives access to the single garage.

Huntly has a range of amenities including shops, supermarkets, a post office, primary and secondary schools, a library and local community centre.

Leisure pursuits are well catered for with a swimming pool, tennis courts, and golf course, as well as fishing on the River Deveron. There are regular bus and train services from Huntly to Aberdeen and the industrial estates and offices to the west of the city and the airport can be reached without entering the city centre.

Offers over £259,000 are sought for the property. For further information call selling agents Aberdein Considine & Co on 01467 621263.

19 Scotsmill Road, Blackburn

The owners of this five bedroom detached house in Blackburn put it on the market at a fixed price of £350,000 six weeks ago.

After receiving no interest in the family home situated in a quiet cul-de-sac in a popular residential area, they took the decision to reduce it to a fixed price of £330,000 last week.

But another disappointing week has prompted them to change the price again to offers over £295,000.

The property was built approximately six months ago by Barratt Homes to a high standard of specification to their Ascot design and has accommodation spanning two floors.

Inside you’ll find the reception hallway, cloakroom, spacious lounge, dining room, kitchen/diner/family room and utility room on the ground floor.

Upstairs there is the master bedroom with en-suite shower room, a guest bedroom with en-suite shower room, three further bedrooms and a family bathroom with three piece suite.

Outside, there is a neat garden to the front with driveway providing off road parking for several cars and leading to the double garage with light and power.

The fully enclosed back garden provides an ideal safe play area for children. The Scandinavian barbecue hut, which seats 15 people, is included in the sale.

Blackburn is within easy commuting distance of Aberdeen. The property is also well situated for access to the various offices at Dyce, Bridge of Don and Westhill. The village itself is well served by a variety of local shops, a school and nursery, whilst there are a wide range of sporting and recreational facilities nearby.

Selling agents Hutcheon Rattray & Co are asking for offers over £295,000 for the property. For further information call Hutcheon Rattray & Co on 01224 623400.