Hillfolds - Lot 2

• Detached dwelling
• Magnificent views across Speyside
• Paddocks suitable for grazing ponies and other livestock
• Private water supply (borehole)
• Close to a wide range of amenities
• For sale as a whole or in two separate lots

Barluack Farmhouse and Hillfolds Cottage sit in a peaceful yet accessible location at the heart of the Glen of Rothes, a few miles south of Elgin and near the world famous area of Speyside in the county of Moray. Day to day amenities are available in Rothes (about 3 miles) which has an excellent range of local amenities including a primary school, a good range of shops and hotels. The village has a thriving local community with excellent tennis, bowling and football clubs. Craigellachie (about 5.5 miles) also has good day to day amenities such as the highly regarded Craigellachie Hotel with The Copper Dog Grill and a range of independent shops. Aberlour, about 7 miles to the south, has a small supermarket, a health centre, a dental practice and pharmacy, a highly regarded delicatessen and various hotels, pubs and coffee shops. Well regarded secondary schooling at Speyside High is available in the village whilst world famous Gordonstoun School (with local pick ups available) is located at Duffus, about 15 miles to the north. Elgin (about 10 miles) is a historic city and is the main commercial hub for the county. Elgin also has an excellent range of amenities including various major supermarkets, a library, a good selection of independent shops, various sporting and recreational facilities and a train station providing direct links to Aberdeen and Inverness. Aberdeen and Inverness provides all of the facilities expected from modern and prosperous cities, with an excellent selection of shopping, retail parks and associated services, rail links and airports.Moray is renowned as being one of the sunniest and driest counties in Scotland and it has a wide range of excellent places to stay, eat and shop. The county is famed for its breathtaking scenery, long sandy beaches and wildlife and offers wonderful leisure and recreational opportunities. There are many golf courses accessible within a short drive including the attractive course in Rothes and as a popular tourist area, local attractions include ‘The Whisky Trail’, ‘The Speyside Way’, Cairngorm National Park, together with many ancient monuments, castles, buildings and villages of historical significance. There are many opportunities for various field sports and fishing for salmon and trout in the area including the world famous River Spey which flows to the east of Rothes.Lot 2 - Hillfolds Cottage and Paddock (About 4.02 acres / 1.63 ha)A detached 1960’s built cottage of harled block under a slate roof sitting in an elevated position and commanding exceptional views down the Spey valley. The accommodation is provided over a single storey and includes:Porch. Hallway. Kitchen. Sitting Room. Lobby. Bathroom. 3 Bedrooms.The cottage has oil central heating and is double glazed. Surrounding the house is a reasonable sized enclosed garden whilst a parking area for several vehicles has recently been constructed at the side of the house.LandTo the front (east) of the cottage is a superb grazing paddock suitable for horses or other livestock.ACCOMMODATIONLot 2 – Hillfolds CottagePorch. Hallway. Kitchen. Sitting Room. Lobby. Bathroom. 3 Bedrooms.