When Marjie Millum first set eyes on 27 Carlton Place 18 months ago, she knew she had found her “country cottage” in the middle of town.
Set in Aberdeen’s desirable west end, the three-bedroomed house is within walking distance of the city centre and sits amid some beautiful buildings and architecture – one of the things that attracted Marje to the area.
“I previously lived in Fountainhall Road just around the corner in an apartment,” she said. “I have cats and dogs so I moved here as I needed a garden. I’m from Aberdeen and I really love this area so I wanted to stay close by.”
Marjie lives with her dog and cat, and has a horse in livery stables in Westhill just 10 minutes away. Freshly decorated, the property is a beautiful traditional granite building with many fine period features throughout, perfectly combined with modern requirements to create the perfect family home.
A welcoming entrance
The downstairs area has oak flooring throughout, with two public rooms, plus a dining room, with three bedrooms and bathroom upstairs. The large rear area has a fully enclosed traditional walled garden – perfect for evening entertainment – and despite being close to town the house retains a quiet charm in a neighbourhood full of local speciality shops, restaurants, bars, hotels and public transport links.
Marjie said: “It’s a very friendly part of Aberdeen; there’s a bit of a buzz but it’s quite peaceful once you get off the main road.”
Space for entertaining
Downstairs, the property has a handy garage, with electric up and over door. The previous owners also opened up the high-ceilinged dining area to the sitting area with large French double doors that lead onto the south facing garden outside, where guests can relax amongst the apple trees with a glass of wine.
Marjie said: “That space is great for either having a bit of a party or just making it more cosy when you want to. The previous owner also created a wonderful library with bespoke shelving which I adore. I like the choice of three public rooms – it’s a lovely house with lots of space for entertaining.”
The lounge includes a bay window and a feature fireplace, with the formal dining room adjacent to the spacious, modern kitchen.
Contemporary touches
Upstairs are three bedrooms with the main double bedroom overlooking Carlton Place, with the other two rooms overlooking the south-facing garden. The main family bathroom is also contemporary and features a roll top bath with separate shower unit.
Walk-in condition
Other features include an entrance vestibule, cloakroom and utility room, and the home is in walk-in condition, ready to welcome new owners. Outside, the house has a high hedge providing privacy and adding to the peaceful surroundings, which Marjie says the new owners will love.
Privacy for families
“It’s ideal for a family,” she said. “Some of the best schools in Aberdeen are nearby. There’s also a safe, enclosed garden for children or for dogs and there’s a lovely community here.”
Marjie, a keen dressage competitor along with Holly, is now moving south to be closer to family, but will miss the house immensely.
“It’s a house that you can move into and just enjoy, ” she said. “It captured my heart from the moment I saw it. To me this house is like a country cottage in the middle of town.”
27 Carlton Place is on the market for offers over £545,000. To arrange a viewing call 01224 860 710 or visit galbraithgroup.com
