47 Forbeshill, Forres, Moray, IV36 1JJ

Property Summary

A lovely 2-bedroom, 2-reception room, bungalow situation in a popular residential area of Forres, located close to walking and cycling routes and the golf course.  All the amenities of town are within walking distance, or a short drive, and the local town bus service has stops close by.  Accommodation comprises living room, dining room/snug, kitchen, bathroom and 2 double bedrooms.  Wrap-around gardens and private driveway complete the picture.

Enter through a uPVC front door with glazed side screen into the L-shaped hallway providing access to all accommodation.  A slight step up to a short corridor leading to the deep, walk-in, storage cupboard and to the front bedroom.

Living Room (5.2m x 3.6m)

A bright living room with a large picture window overlooking the neat front garden. A feature stone fire surround with wooden shelves and an electric coal-effect fire provides a cosy focal point. Curtain rail, curtains, wood-effect laminate flooring.

Kitchen (2.5m x 2.6m)

The kitchen contains a good range of upper and lower cabinets and drawers.  Integrated single oven and ceramic hob with extractor fan above.  Space and plumbing for washing machine and space for a fridge freezer. Single stainless-steel sink with drainer and mixer taps sits beneath the side-facing window. Tiled backsplash around the walls and wood effect laminate tile flooring.

Dining Room/Snug (3.6m x 2.6m)

This lovely family space enjoys views of, and provides access to, the pretty back garden via French doors.  The tiled fireplace with wooden surrounds houses an electric coal-effect fire, bringing ambience and warmth.  Plenty of room for a table seating 4.  Curtain pole, curtains, wood-effect laminate flooring.

Bedroom 1 (3.6m x 2.4m)

An ample double bedroom with a window looking out to the rear garden.  Triple wardrobes with hanging rail, shelves and sliding doors.  Curtain pole, curtains, wood-effect laminate flooring.

Bathroom (2.0m x 2.8m)

The bathroom contains a 3-piece white suite comprising WC, pedestal basin and bath.  A separate corner shower enclosure houses a mains shower.  Wall-mounted mirror with light, heated ladder towel rail.  A side-facing window provides natural light and ventilation.  Wood effect laminate tile flooring.

Bedroom 2 (2.6m x 3.3m)

An ample double bedroom with a large window overlooking the front garden.  Curtain rail, curtains, carpet.

Outside

The lovely rear garden is fully enclosed by timber fencing and 2 side gates, providing safe play for children or pets.  Laid to lawn with a paved patio area, ideal for garden furniture, as well as an attractive area of raised decking, the garden would make a great space to entertain or just relax.  uPVC garden shed, oil boiler and oil tank in the side garden. The front garden is primarily laid to lawn, with a good sized private driveway.

Forres

Forres is a thriving small town in the northeast of Scotland. With an active high street offering butchers, bakers, cafes, gift shops, hairdressers, a tailor, post office and grocery shops, it continues to offer a wide selection of services. The town boasts large parks and woodland walks, having been placed, or won, the relevant section of Britain in Bloom on multiple occasions. Primary and secondary schooling is available in the town, with the Drumduan Steiner school offering alternative education and Gordonstoun private school a mere 11 miles away with transport available daily.

Healthcare is available in Forres with hospitals in Elgin (12 miles) and Inverness (26 miles). Transport links are excellent with a regular bus running between Aberdeen and Inverness, a train station also on the main line between Aberdeen and Inverness and airports in both Inverness and Aberdeen providing daily flights to domestic and international destinations.

Outdoor opportunities are incredible with the beautiful white sand beaches of Findhorn less than 5 miles away, offering sailing, paddleboarding and wild swimming, skiing is available in both The Lecht and Cairngorms, both less than an hour away, and endless opportunities for walking, biking, horse riding and hiking in the vast forests of Culbin and Newtyle.

Please note that all measurements and distances are approximate and provided for guidance only.