Property description
Newly Constructed Four Bedroom contemporary style Low Energy eco house, set within a south facing, secluded rural plot extending to approx 800 square meters. Kirkton of Maryculter is a quiet rural community situated south of the River Dee and an approximate distance of 6 miles from Aberdeen city centre. North of the river are the villages of Cults and Peterculter where a wide range of leisure, sporting and shopping amenities are to be found. The single storey sustainable property has been built to Passivhaus u-values which offer extremely high levels of comfort but require less energy. Built using modern methods of construction, the modular house was constructed off-site. Once in place, the pitched roof was added and the walls were finished in K-rend limestone silicone render with Thermowood timber rainscreen cladding. This all electric home is powered by a 5.5kw solar PV array with solar edge optimization and Immersun switch to utilise export units. Feed in tariff income is from Ecotricity. There is an Airflow Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery system throughout. The super insulated airtight structure includes Ideal Combi Futura triple glazed timber/aluminium clad windows and doors, this all adds up to a highly efficient home. The house, all on one level has been imaginatively designed to provide a luxurious family home packed with interesting features, including smart home technologies. The ENTRANCE VESTIBULE has a living wall planter and double glass doors which lead to the double height ATRIUM which has a remote controlled velux window and two full length windows. The focal point of this room is an Ipad controlled MCZ Toba biomass pellet stove to provide additional heating and hot water. On open plan with the atrium is the LOUNGE/KITCHEN/DINING ROOM. This generous, L shaped open plan area is flooded with natural light and has three sets of south facing sliding doors and a west facing patio door opening out on to a PAVED PATIO AREA. Crisp fresh white decoration and Concreate flooring to give a uniform appearance throughout the living areas. The kitchen is fitted with a range of matt white units with recycled glass worktops, peninsular breakfast bar and integrated NEFF appliances including electric induction hob, double oven, microwave, integrated fridge freezer, dishwasher and extractor canopy. Located off the atrium there is a STUDY, UTILITY ROOM, 3 DOUBLE BEDROOMS and SHOWER ROOM. The study area provides a useful and versatile space with large cupboard housing the ventilation system. All three guest bedrooms have fitted carpets, wardrobes and full length windows. The shower room is fitted with a luxurious Duravit WC with wide, walk in shower enclosure and wall mounted contemporary style storage units. The utility room has wall and base storage units with space for a washing machine. Off the utility room there is a large walk in cupboard housing the 500 litre hot water tank and door leading to the REAR COVERED VERANDA. The south facing MASTER SUITE is also located off the atrium. It comprises a HALL, CLOAKROOM with stylish Duravit suite, MASTER BEDROOM and EN SUITE BATHROOM. The master bedroom has good fitted storage, south facing sliding door and neutral carpet. The en suite bathroom has a contemporary white suite comprising bath, wc, wash hand basin and separate shower cubicle. All the main internal doors have an American black walnut finish, stainless steel hardware and are taller than standard doors. Electric underfloor heating in en-suite bathroom and shower room. The house has a cat5 wired network and BT wifi router. A range of smarthome technologies have been installed which enables control from an Ipad mini (included) or smartphone. LightwaveRF products allow remote control of several double sockets, external lighting, thermostat and energy monitor. Additional Lightwave products can be added in the future. Heatmiser Neo controlled underfloor heating in the bathrooms. Crosswater Digital shower in the master en-suite allows the shower to be switched on remotely. The Solar Edge PV array can be monitored and administered remotely. The Toba pellet stove can be programmed like a conventional boiler but also has an Ipad app. Directions From Bridge of Dee roundabout take the B979 and proceed along this road until the Old Mill Inn. Turn first left after the Inn signposted Kirkton of Maryculter and Storybook Glen. Proceed up the hill, veer right along the road and then turn left, again signposted Kirkton of Maryculter and Storybook Glen. Continue up the hill and pass Oldman Road on the right. Follow the road round to a sharp left hand bend and then turn left into The Meadows. School Masters is located on the left hand side. Find it easily at http://map.what3words.com/*schoolmasters Garden School Masters is set within a generous plot extending to approx 800 square meters. The lounge and dining room open out on to a south facing courtyard area which is paved with self draining slabs. There are easy to maintain flower beds and planters around the car parking area. The garden to the rear can be accessed from the east side of the house and is screened by mature trees providing good privacy. There is a lovely glass roof veranda which is accessed from the utility room. This sheltered outside space enjoys views over the church grounds and provides a very private and secluded seating area. Parking There is a private drive to the front of the property providing parking for several vehicles. External LED lighting is included REGISTRATION PENDING