West Mains Of Hedderwick Cottage

• 2 reception rooms. 2 bedrooms
• Planning approved to create contemporary four-bedroom home
• Incredible countryside views
• Peaceful garden grounds
• Good access to Aberdeen, Dundee, and to Angus towns

West Mains of Hedderwick Cottage is an idyllically situated traditional single level cottage dating originally from around 1890. With panoramic country views towards Montrose and mature woodland to the rear, the location for the cottage is one of peace and tranquillity. The garden grounds for the cottage offer a generous amount of outdoor space. Currently the property does require a degree of modernisation and extends to around 75 sqm. The cottage is stone built and windows within the property are of single glazed timber casement type. The internal joinery finishes are in softwood throughout, and the kitchen has been fitted with wall and base units. Internal doors are of a timber panel type. Currently the cottage benefits from an open fire in the lounge and an oil-fired central heating system with combination boiler. The accommodation comprises of entrance hallway, living room, kitchen, sitting room, two double bedrooms and bathroom.PLANNING PERMISSIONThe approved planning consent allows a complete transformation of the existing house into a spacious and bright contemporary home. The extended property would have a generous open plan living space benefiting from panoramic views and sunlight from both south and west. There would also be a large family room with views to south and east. There would be four good-sized bedrooms together with four bathroom/ shower rooms with the master bedroom and Bedroom 2 both enjoying idyllic views from the upper floor. There would also be a utility room and adjoining boot room directly accessible from the rear of the property.ACCOMMODATIONGround Floor - Entrance Hall, Livingroom, Kitchen, Bathroom, Sitting room and Two Bedrooms.GARDENThe property benefits from garden ground to the front, side and rear. The boundaries are defined in timber fencing, hedging and post and wire fencing and there is a driveway. The proposed plans allow for generous retention of garden ground and there is ample space to the rear to construct a garage and other ancillary buildings (subject to any required consents)Water-MainsElectricity-MainsDrainage-Septic TankTenure-FreeholdHeating-Oil FiredCouncil Tax Band BEPC -EWest Mains of Hedderwick Cottage has a wonderful, secluded, location close to via a private driveway off Prettycur Hill Road. Montrose is just some three miles and is located on the coast between Dundee and Aberdeen. Montrose Basin is a tidal estuary at the mouth of the river South Esk, and is a renowned nature reserve and wildlife centre. The surrounding countryside is mainly rolling farmland, while inland are the Angus Glens. The coastline around Montrose comprises sandy bays and red sandstone cliffs. As well as Montrose, there are renowned beaches at St Cyrus and Lunan Bay. Lovely walks can be taken along the river North Esk. Primary schooling is available at Hillside with secondary schooling available in Montrose, which also offers a wide range of shopping, cinema, and leisure facilities at the new sports centre and swimming pool. Independent schools in the local area include Lathallan (Johnshaven) and the High School of Dundee and those in Aberdeen, with pupils catching trains from Montrose to either Aberdeen or Dundee. Golf courses in the area include Montrose, Edzell and the championship course at Carnoustie. Fishing can be taken on the nearby North and South Esk rivers, while sea fishing is also available locally.The A90 dual carriageway is easily reached at Laurencekirk and Northwaterbridge, so the cities of Aberdeen and Dundee are readily accessible and provide all the services expected of major centres. Journey times to Aberdeen and its airport have been much reduced by the Western Peripheral Route. Montrose is served by the East Coast railway line with regular services to Aberdeen and to the south, including a sleeper service to London. Aberdeen Airport has a wide range of domestic and European services.