Cothall Farm, Cothall, Forres IV36 2RA

Property Summary

 

A rare opportunity to purchase a superb, large, 6-bed detached home sitting in approximately 3 acres.

Every window provides a picture of lush green fields, rolling hills and woodland.  from every window this 6-bed house, with a separate fully contained one bed annex, in a rural location yet minutes from most amenities with easy access to the A96, makes a superb family home in a tranquil environment.  The accommodation is flexible with the main house offering a sitting room, open plan sitting/dining/kitchen, utility, family bathroom, WC, shower room and 4 large double bedrooms and the annexe offering a double bedroom, sitting room, shower room and kitchen, accessed via a door in the hallway.

Previously a 7-bedroom house, it would be perfectly possible to remove the kitchen to create a further double bedroom.

Accommodation

Entering through a UPVC front door with glazed panels and stained glass into a spacious bright vestibule with slate tile floor and large window facing towards the front garden.  A wooden door with glass panels and a glazed side light leads into the wide hallway providing access to all ground floor accommodation.  Oak flooring.

Ground floor

Sitting Room (5.3m x 4.7m)

A superb sitting room to the front of the house looking out across the front lawn towards the fields.  With a modern circular woodburning stove set on a glass hearth with an exposed flue providing a feature, this lovely sitting room is perfect for those cold winter nights.  A designer, vertical log store, sits to the side of the fire. Oak floor. Curtain pole.

Open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room (3.6m x 11.3m)

Open to the hallway, this magnificent kitchen/dining/sitting room is truly the hub of the house.  With a superb modern integrated double oven, induction hob and dishwasher and space for a large American style fridge freezer, this area is a delight for the cooking enthusiast.  In the centre of the kitchen there is a substantial breakfast island with space for seating for three with multiple under countertop cabinets and integrated power points.  Large, stone floor tiles delineate the kitchen from the spacious dining/sitting room.

Moving through to the dining area there is ample room for a dining table to seat eight with a new feature woodstove on glass hearth with exposed flue to the side.  There is one cupboard housing the large megaflow hot water tank, a further cupboard providing storage and housing the electricity meters and 3rd with a hanging rail and shelf for outdoor coats, etc. Door to utility. Oak floor.

The sitting area to the end is wonderful with the most incredible south-facing views. Looking out the windows to three sides, or patio door, you are immediately immersed in nature. An abundance of wildlife including pheasants, badgers, squirrels, deer, and every type of wild bird that you could imagine visits the garden.  The 180-degree views across the fields towards Monaughty Forest are truly lovely at all times of year.  Oak floor.

Utility Room (2.3m x 3.3m)

A substantial utility providing further storage, housing the oil boiler and with space for washing machine and tumble drier.  A door leads to the rear garden and a large window overlooks the patio seating area.  Door to WC. Oak floor.

WC (0.9m x 1.6m)

A convenient WC, close to the rear door, consisting of a WC and a wash hand basin. Oak floor.

Bathroom (3.0m x 2.4m)

A beautiful modern family bathroom containing a 3-piece white suite, comprising WC, wall mounted wash hand basin and large oval jacuzzi bath with centre controls and hand shower unit.  A separate corner shower unit contains a mains shower.  The floor and walls are partially tiled with large stone tiles.  Vertical blinds.  Heated towel rail. Stone tile floor.

Moving into the Annexe

Accessed through a door in the hallway, the annexe can provide complete privacy from the main house, or can be an integral part of the family home. Offering separate bedroom, shower room, kitchen and living room, it is perfect for a granny flat, or potentially as separate income-producing accommodation.

Living room (2.8m x 3.5m)

Previously used as a double bedroom, this bright room to the front of the house has windows overlooking the garden.  With double built-in wardrobes with sliding mirrored doors, there is ample hanging and shelf space.  Carpet and curtain pole.

Bedroom (2.9m x 3.9m) (ensuite)

An ample double bedroom with beautiful views over the fields and woods.  A triple built-in wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors provides ample handing and shelf space.  Carpet and curtain rail.  Door to ensuite.

Ensuite (1.5m x 1.7m)

Containing a 2-piece white suite comprising WC and wall mounted wash hand basin with a convenient medicine cupboard with mirrored doors above.  A corner shower with stone tile back splash houses a mains shower.  Opaque window to the side with vertical blinds.  Tile floor.

Kitchen – L Shaped (4.1m x 2.8m)

Fantastic compact kitchen to the front of the house containing an integrated microwave, hob with extractor fan, and oven.  A single Belfast sink with mixer taps sits beneath the double windows looking to the front garden.  Ample upper and lower, modern kitchen cabinets with a contrasting pine worktop and light wood effect laminate flooring. Space for free standing fridge freezer and plumbed for washing machine.  Roller blind.

Moving back to the main hallway, a curved staircase with wooden balustrades leads to the L-shaped upper hallway.  At the top of the stairs there is an open area currently used as an office space with two Velux windows and ample room for a desk, filing cabinet, book shelfs or other furniture.

Main Bedroom (4.2m x 4.1m)

A beautiful bedroom with large windows and an angled ceiling providing wonderful character to the room.  Two sets of double built-in wardrobes provide substantial storage space. With a pale carpet contrasting with the oak door and muted paint colours, this is a wonderfully peaceful bedroom.

Shower room (3.6m x 2.0m)

A spacious family bathroom offering a 2-piece white suite comprising WC and large rectangular wash hand basin.  To the end of the room a large shower enclosure houses a main shower, with tiled backsplash.  A Velux window provides natural light and ventilation.  Heated towel rail.

Bedroom 2 (4.1m x 4.1m)

To the rear of the house this substantial double bedroom has beautiful south facing views.  Two sets of built in wardrobes provide great storage. Carpet and curtain rail.

Bedroom 3 (3.4m x 3.4m)

A cosy double bedroom to the side of the house with a large Velux window with integrated blind.  Double built-in wardrobes with sliding mirrored doors provide ample hanging and shelf space.  Carpet.

Bedroom 4 (3.5m x 4.1m)

West facing, this is a bright double bedroom with a triple built-in wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors.  Hatched to the insulated and floored loft with pull down ladder. Carpet and curtain poles.

Outside and Outbuildings

Extending to approximately 3 acres, Cothill Farm provides a wonderful mixture of manicured garden and wild meadow space with small paths meandering through. A pond with rushes is set towards the end of the property with mature shrubs throughout providing a haven for wildlife. The rear of the property is fully enclosed, providing a safe space for dogs and children to roam freely.

Immediately to the rear of the house a substantial paved area accessed from the patio doors in the family room and the utility room provide a wonderful, south facing area for sitting out or entertaining.

The front garden is laid primarily to lawn with a wide, stone-chipped driveway providing ample parking for multiple cars. A paved path on a ramp, leads to the front door.

Outbuildings comprise two large wooden sheds and a separate woodshed with good airflow for drying your logs.

 

Note:

To include all the blinds in the open plan kitchen/dining/living room.  All roller blinds, vertical blinds in the bathroom, utility room, etc.  All light fittings included with exception to the antler light fitting in the living room.

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