The Old Schoolhouse, School Road, Dulnain Bridge, Grantown On Spey, PH26

Set within an impressive and expansive plot of approximately two-thirds of an acre, The Old School House offers a rare blend of character, charm, and spacious living in a picturesque setting. This inviting home provides warm and comfortable accommodation across two floors, perfectly suited for a variety of purchasers. The ground floor features a bright and sunny conservatory that welcomes natural light, a cosy sitting room with fireplace, and a large dining room with a family area enhanced by an inset wood-burning stove perfect for gatherings. The luxurious kitchen is thoughtfully designed with breakfast and utility areas, offering both practicality and style. Completing the ground floor are a modern shower room and two generously sized double bedrooms. Upstairs, the first floor includes two further double bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom. Each room reflects the home s blend of comfort and character, ensuring a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The extensive gardens are a standout feature, enveloping the property in natural beauty and offering exceptional outdoor amenities. The grounds include expansive lawns, beautifully planted beds, mature shrubbery, and a variety of trees, creating a serene and picturesque environment. For those who enjoy outdoor living, the property boasts patio areas, a wood-fired hot tub for relaxation, and a garden room/studio that could serve as a creative retreat or workspace. Additional features include several sheds and wood stores, as well as a vast garage measuring approximately 78m , providing abundant storage or workshop potential. Bounded on two sides by mature woodland, the property offers exceptional privacy and a tranquil atmosphere. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful home in a unique and idyllic setting, combining modern comforts, ample living space, and exceptional outdoor features to create a truly special place to call home. EPC D Council Tax D

Dulnain Bridge

Near Grantown On Spey, and in the Cairngorms National Park, the village is comprised of two communities, Dulnain Bridge itself is centred to the north of the bridge with a shop and garage. The crofting community of Skye of Curr stretches for about a mile to the south, terminating at the famous Speyside Heather Centre. Grantown On Spey situated nearby is within the Cairngorms National Park and is the Capital of Strathspey and a leading tourist resort. It has a fine shopping centre, first class hotels and guest houses, Primary and Grammar schools offering education to university entrance standard and Health Centre. Sporting facilities include 18 hole golf course, excellent Salmon and Trout fishing in the River Spey and other waters, 8 tennis courts, bowling green, children's recreation park and forest walks through Grant Park. There are many places of interest to visit in the area with Grantown being the gateway to the Malt Whisky Trail. The Grantown Heritage Centre is open through the summer and Highland Games are held at different venues throughout the Spey Valley. Within easy reach are the Cairngorm Mountains for winter sports facilities and hill walking. The sandy beaches of the Moray Firth are also close by.

Transport Links

From Dulnain Bridge, you can conveniently access various transportation options to explore the wider UK:Airports:Inverness Airport (INV): Approximately 34 miles away, this regional airport offers domestic flights and some international connections.Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): Roughly 87 miles away, providing a wider range of domestic and international flights.Train Stations:Carrbridge Railway Station: About 5 miles from Dulnain Bridge, offering connections to Inverness, Perth, and Edinburgh.Aviemore Railway Station: Approximately 9 miles away, with regular services to Inverness, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, as well as connections to the wider UK rail network.Road Routes:A95: This arterial road connects Dulnain Bridge to the A9, a major north-south route traversing Scotland, providing access to Inverness, Perth, Stirling, and Glasgow.A939: This scenic route connects Dulnain Bridge to the A96, linking Inverness to Aberdeen, offering an alternative route to eastern Scotland.With these options, Dulnain Bridge serves as a convenient base for exploring the UK's diverse destinations, whether traveling by air, rail, or road.

Home Report

To obtain a copy of the home report, please visit our website massoncairns.com where an online copy is available to download.EPC Rating D

Conservatory

The conservatory is accessed from the front of the property through double doors, creating an inviting entrance. It features dwarf walls with built-in display shelves and glazing to three sides, providing lovely views over the front gardens and filling the space with natural light. Offering a sense of privacy, it is equipped with wall sockets and ceiling lighting, making it a versatile area for relaxation or use as a practical living space. A further door connects the conservatory to the main hall, ensuring a seamless flow through the home.

Hallway

The welcoming hallway provides a warm introduction to the home, featuring carpet flooring and ceiling lighting for a cosy and inviting atmosphere. Stairs lead to the first-floor accommodation, while doors offer access to the dining/family area and the sitting room, ensuring easy flow between the main living spaces.

Sitting Room

The sitting room is cosy and inviting, featuring large windows to the front that offer lovely views of the gardens. A standout feature of the room is the inset wood-burning stove, set within a charming stone surround with a mantle, creating a warm and homely focal point. The space is finished with carpet flooring, ceiling lighting, and decorative coving, adding to its traditional charm. Double doors provide a seamless connection to the family/dining area.

Family / Dining Area

The family dining area is a fantastic, generously sized space, perfect for gatherings and everyday living. It features a cosy seating area arranged around a wood-burning stove set on a slate hearth with a rustic timber mantle, creating a warm and inviting focal point. There is ample room for a six-seater dining table, making it ideal for hosting family and friends.Additional features include inset display shelving, a window overlooking the rear garden, and double patio doors that open directly onto the outdoor space, enhancing the indoor-outdoor connection. The area flows seamlessly into the kitchen/breakfast room, adding to its functionality. Finished with laminate wood flooring and ceiling lighting with decorative roses, the room is both practical and stylish. An under stair storage cupboard provides convenient additional storage, ensuring the space remains clutter-free.

Kitchen / Breakfast / Utility

This stunning kitchen combines modern style with practicality, featuring a mixture of solid wood and granite worktops that beautifully complement the sleek cream base and wall units with a vibrant red splashback adding a striking pop of colour. The central cooking area includes an integrated oven and hob with a ceiling-mounted extractor hood, serving as both a functional and eye-catching feature. The double sink with a chrome mixer tap is positioned beneath large windows, offering lovely views of the surrounding garden and filling the space with natural light.The kitchen is equipped with an integral fridge freezer, dishwasher, and microwave, providing all the conveniences for modern living. Thoughtful touches such as, under floor heating, under-unit mood lighting and plinth lighting add a warm and inviting ambiance. Electric Velux's and recessed ceiling lighting further enhance the bright and airy feel of the room, while tiled flooring ensures both style and practicality. There is a breakfast bar ideal for informal dining in addition to plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer. A further door leads to the rear hall and additional accommodation, making this kitchen as functional as it is beautiful perfect for both cooking, family chats and entertaining.

Rear Hall

The rear hall is conveniently accessed from the kitchen and features a further door leading to a rear patio and workshop, offering easy access to outdoor spaces. The hall is finished with laminate wood flooring and is illuminated by recessed downlighting, creating a bright and modern feel. A loft hatch with a ladder provides access to additional storage space, and doors lead to two double bedrooms and a shower room.

Bedroom Three

This bright and light-filled double bedroom features a striking full-height window and additional high-level windows, allowing natural light to flood the space. The room is finished with carpet flooring and ceiling lighting. An integral wardrobe with hanging and shelved storage provides ample space for organisation.

Bedroom Four / Home Working

Another well-proportioned double bedroom, currently utilised as a home working space, offers versatility to suit various needs. The room benefits from natural light through a Velux window, high level window and an additional side window, creating a bright and pleasant environment. It is finished with carpet flooring, ceiling lighting, and an integral storage wardrobe, providing practicality alongside comfort.

Shower Room

This stylish and modern shower room serves both bedrooms and doubles as a convenient guest WC. The space is beautifully designed with contemporary finishes, including a sleek vanity unit with an integrated wash hand basin and storage drawers, a back-to-wall WC, and a large walk-in shower with a rainfall showerhead and marble-effect wet wall panels. The illuminated mirror adds a touch of luxury, and there is a chrome heated towel radiator.

Landing

The carpeted landing provides access to the first-floor bedrooms and bathroom. Ceiling lighting ensures the area is well-lit, further enhanced by a sun pipe that brings in additional natural light, adding to the bright and airy feel of the landing.

Principal Bedroom

This charming first-floor bedroom is filled with natural light, thanks to large Velux windows and an additional window top the front, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The space features recessed ceiling lighting and soft carpet flooring for added comfort. A built-in shelving nook offers practical storage or display space, while the room's layout accommodates a double bed and additional furniture with ease. There is an integral wardrobe offering hanging and shelved storage.

Bedroom Two

This cosy double bedroom is brightened by a large window overlooking the surrounding gardens and woodland, providing plenty of natural light and a pleasant outlook. The room features soft carpet flooring and a central ceiling light, in addition to a large walk in wardrobe.

Bathroom

This beautifully styled bathroom is both functional and inviting, featuring a mix of modern fixtures and rustic charm. The centerpiece is a built-in bath with a wooden surround and shelving while a large window and additional Velux above the bath provides natural light. The space also includes a walk-in shower with a glass screen and rainfall head, a contemporary vanity unit with an integrated wash basin, and a wall-mounted mirror cabinet for storage. The WC is discreetly positioned, while a chrome heated towel rail which adds comfort and convenience. The laminate wood-effect flooring and large airing cupboard complete the room.

Outside

The extensive gardens are a true highlight of the property, spanning approximately two-thirds of an acre and surrounding the home with natural beauty. These well-tended grounds feature expansive lawns, beautifully planted beds, mature shrubbery, and a variety of trees, creating a serene and picturesque setting. For those who enjoy outdoor living, the gardens offer a wealth of amenities, including patio areas perfect for entertaining, a wood-fired hot tub for relaxation, a covered brick built BBQ and a garden room/studio that provides an ideal space for creative pursuits or as a quiet workspace. Practical additions include several sheds and wood stores, offering ample storage solutions. There is a vegetable garden is ideal for self sufficiency and is enclosed with pretty picket fencing. The property is bordered on two sides by mature woodland, adding privacy and a tranquil backdrop, with nearby walks to explore the surrounding natural beauty. These gardens provide a perfect balance of functionality, relaxation, and connection to nature.

Workshop

The practical workshop is equipped with integral benches, providing ample space for projects and storage. It benefits from power and lighting, ensuring functionality for various tasks, and features a window that allows natural light to brighten the space. This versatile workshop is ideal for DIY enthusiasts or as a handy workspace.

Garages

The property benefits from two interlinked garages, extending to approximately 78 sqm in total and offering exceptional practicality and amenity. One garage features double full-height doors, while the other is equipped with an up-and-over door, providing versatile access options. Both garages benefit from some insulation, have a sturdy concrete base, and are fitted with power and lighting, making them ideal for vehicle storage, workshops, or other uses. This extensive space adds significant functionality to the property.

Services

It is understood that there is mains water, drainage and electricity. There is biomass central heating and a fail safe switchover system to an oil fired boiler. There are two wood burning stoves.

Entry

By mutual agreement.

Price

Offers over ?350,000 are invited

Viewings and Offers

Viewing is strictly by arrangement with and all offers to be submitted to:-Masson CairnsStrathspey HouseGrantown on SpeyMorayPH26 3EQTel: (01479) 874800Fax: (01479) 874806Email: [email protected]