Dyke, Forres, IV36

Delighted to present this outstanding character property on the outskirts of the village of Dyke, Forres. Formerly called the 'East Church', this property was converted into a very comfortable home and was designed by renowned architect Martin J Archibald and up until recently used as a B&B.

The property offers generous comfortable accommodation split over three floors.  The Cathedral windows have been preserved throughout the property and most rooms enjoy double aspect, natural stone walls, en-suite bathrooms and stunning views over the surrounding fields and woodland.

The main lounge upstairs has retained the high ceilings and exposed beams with split-level seating areas and has the impressive original cathedral stained-glass, window.  Unlike many church conversions this property has been designed with the clever use of light throughout which makes this home very bright and cheerful.

The property comprises:  Ground floor:  Impressive entrance hallway incorporating the original church doors and staircase leading off to a breakfast room; Guest Bedroom with en-suite Bathroom with feature carved wood corner bed and wardrobe;  family bedroom with a wall of mirrored wardrobe space and en-suite bathroom; Office; Family lounge.  

Lower Ground Floor:  Farmhouse styled Kitchen and family room - well equipped with appliances including cooker and dishwasher, wood worktops, Belfast Sink.  French doors lead out into a well-maintained garden, patio and outbuildings including stables.  A spacious utility room leads off the kitchen with a further boot room, storage cupboard and door to the rear garden.

Upstairs accommodation:  A master 3rd Bedroom which features a 4-poster king-sized bed, lounging area and en-suite bathroom, 2 further double bedrooms and two bathrooms.  A small library and quiet room is located on this floor but this could be used as a 6th bedroom.  A spacious lounge which has been constructed around the impressive cathedral window.  There are storage and linen cupboards on this floor.

The property throughout has been decorated to a high standard, finished with sumptuous bespoke soft furnishings and is in an excellent state of repair.  As well as period features this property has been made very comfortable with modern additions.  Oil-fired CH and good insulation make this property warm and fuel efficient.  Most of the furniture can be included in the sale subject to negotiation.

The property sits adjacent to 1 acre of land which can be available on application for a grazing licence from the Moray Estates. There are stables and tack room to the rear of the property.  The front of the property has generous parking and a turning circle.

Brodie Castle is a short drive or cycle away and the town of Forres is a 5 minute Drive.  Dyke's quiet countryside location makes for ideal living.  Dyke primary school is within walking distance and Forres Academy is reached by school bus.  Brodie Country Fair with it's delicatessen, restaurant and shopping experience is nearby.

For visitors: The old Kirk offers spacious and comfortable holiday living and is close to many visitor attractions such as Brodie Castle, The world famous Scotch Whisky trail and many championship Golf-courses and beaches on the Nairn and Morayshire coast.

Early viewing is recommended on this stunning property.

Please note there is a settlement crack noted on the HR - this is undergoing professional stone-masonry repair which will be complete before purchase.

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