Kinsteary House, Auldearn, Nairn

Kinsteary House is a striking, exceptionally beautiful “B” listed country residence, offering over 8,000 sq. ft of accommodation arranged in a U-shape surrounded by pristine formal gardens, lawn and woodland.

This magnificent home was originally thought to have been built in 1701 and features a wealth of features. The property is approached by a long tarred driveway and sweeps through the grounds to the entrance. On arrival, you get an immediate sense of privacy, peace and tranquillity, an almost otherworldly feel. Remote and private, but within close proximity of local amenities, schooling and the airport.

Access is via the entrance vestibule which leads to a central reception hallway and rear porch with turned stairway to the first floor, with two additional separate staircases rising to the east and west. A selection of sizeable and elegant living spaces with a wealth of original period features follow, including the 26. ft drawing room, a library, morning room and a formal dining room, all of which boast fine feature fireplaces. The east wing houses a traditional kitchen with wooden herringbone flooring, a variety of in-keeping cabinetry and a large cream AGA range, with utility and shower room alongside and a range of adaptable further rooms, all of which enjoy direct access to the garden and grounds. The west wing is home to a further utility, conservatory hallway and an impressive billiard room with tall arched window, as well as three bedrooms, the principal benefitting from a chic en suite bathroom.

The split first-floor accommodation comprises a versatile self-contained space above the east wing with a bedroom, bathroom, lounge and dual-aspect kitchen with picture window. Above the west wing there is a large skylit attic space with dressing room and family bathroom while above the central drawing room there are 3 bedrooms, an additional dressing room, a bathroom and a cloakroom.

In addition to the main accommodation there are another two properties within the grounds. Gardeners Cottage accommodation comprises entrance vestibule, lounge, 2 bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom.

Kinsteary Barn is a converted steading and has hallway, kitchen, sitting room, 2 bedrooms and bathroom.

Kinsteary House sits in established, tranquil private grounds of approximately 19 acres with a plethora of mature, specimen and colourful blossom trees throughout. The formally arranged courtyard garden is enclosed with wrought iron fencing and feature neat and vibrant planting and flowerbeds, topiary, decorative stone pathways and a paved south-facing sun terrace. Further is the expansive and historic “B" listed walled garden with lawn and fruit trees. A large sweeping gravelled in and out driveway flows around the estate, whilst the charming and well-presented two-bedroom stone-built cottage sits beside the substantial lochan, paddock and large triple sheds/stables.

The historic village of Auldearn with its popular primary school and public house sits around 3 miles to the east of the vibrant seafront town of Nairn. With its picturesque sandy beaches, it offers an excellent selection of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, eateries, an arts centre, hospital, harbour and two championship golf courses. Leisure facilities include tennis and squash courts and a fitness centre, whilst the mainline station links to Inverness in just 16 minutes. The Highland capital offers even more extensive recreational and cultural amenities and an airport offering a range of domestic and European flights, with convenient road links accessible via the A96.