Tealing, Dundee, DD4

Balnuith Cottage is a stunning and rarely available four-bedroom detached cottage with approximately 5 acres of private land. The home itself has a significant footprint too, offering large, light-filled rooms which are presented to exceptional standards, with modern neutral interiors throughout. It features an impressive open-plan reception area and kitchen, additional living space, two bathrooms and a private balcony. It also enjoys landscaped gardens and extensive private parking; plus, there are paddocks, working stables, and a large barn providing unrivalled opportunities. This luxurious home further boasts an incredibly scenic location by Tealing village. Offering a picturesque rural lifestyle, it is surrounded by open countryside with spectacular country views at every turn. It ensures peace and seclusion, yet also convenience being just a short drive from Dundee city centre.

The home has an inspiring approach, flanked by open countryside as far as the eye can see. Moving inside, the appeal continues with a naturally-lit reception hall providing a tantalising first impression.

Balnuith Cottage offers generous reception space to enjoy. This includes the substantial drawing room, which is decorated in an on-trend hue and with a plush carpet for maximum comfort. It has lots of space for lounge furniture and sees an abundance of natural light from a south-facing bay window. A handsome fireplace and a downlit display cabinet complete the sophisticated aesthetic. In addition there is a charming snug extending off a central hall. This lovely space is equipped with a multi- fuel stove and it forms a delightful setting for relaxation.

Meanwhile the sociable hub of the home is the open-plan kitchen, living and dining room. This room has ample floorspace for a large table and comfy furnishings too, all of which can be neatly zoned into defined sections. Triple-aspect windows ensure a light and airy ambience, whilst patio doors extend the space out into the rear garden.

The kitchen retains its own sense of space, whilst looking out over the open-plan living and dining areas. It has a fantastic range of wood- toned cabinets and luxurious granite worktops, backed by cherry-red splashback tiles. Undercabinet lighting illuminates the cooking area, which is comprised of an electric range cooker and a concealed extractor hood. Finishing the popular and enduring design is a selection of integrated appliances, adding to the streamlined aesthetic (Belfast sink, fridge/ freezer, and dishwasher). An adjacent utility room supplements the kitchen, providing further storage, workspace, and room for additional appliances.

The home’s four bedrooms all maintain impeccable standards, ensuring tranquil sleeping quarters that are comfortable and highly versatile. Occupying the first floor, the principal suite extends off a bright landing which has a charming reading area. This exceptional bedroom has expansive dimensions, laid with a wood-toned floor. It is illuminated by dual-aspect windows and French doors flowing out to a private balcony, boasting uninterrupted countryside views. The king-size space also features a large built-in mirrored wardrobe and the luxury of an en-suite bathroom.

On the ground floor, bedrooms two and three are spacious doubles, which both benefit from dual-aspect windows and built-in wardrobes, whereas the fourth bedroom offers the flexibility to be used as a study or home office, if required. These bedrooms are all softly carpeted for comfort underfoot.

In addition to the principal bedroom’s en-suite bathroom, which has a three-piece suite and overhead shower, the home also has a convenient ground-floor family shower room, finished with contemporary fixtures. The property has oil-fired central heating and a mix of double and triple glazing throughout. It also has an additional outside room to the side of the home - perfect for further storage.

With roughly 5 acres of land, Balnuith Cottage provides unrivalled potential and endless opportunities. The vast grounds can be used for raising livestock, grazing, further development, or for business use. Adding to this appeal, there are half-dozen fully-functioning stables, a tack room and a feed room, as well as a sizeable barn, secure paddocks, and a designated horse-riding area. It provides the owners with a wealth of possibilities.

In addition, the home is enveloped by beautiful gardens (including a suntrap, south-facing garden), with sweeping manicured lawns for the entire family to enjoy. Fully enclosed, the gardens provide safety and complete privacy. There is also a versatile summerhouse, which has a fitted bar for socialising and entertaining. A long (electric gated) driveway provides private parking for multiple vehicles, in addition to a detached double garage.

Extras: all fitted floor and window coverings, light fittings, an electric range cooker, and integrated kitchen appliances to be included in the sale. Some furniture may also be available under separate negotiation.

The peaceful village of Tealing offers a sought-after rural lifestyle with the added benefit of being only 20 minutes by car from the city of Dundee. Offering an abundance of country walks and outdoor pursuits on your doorstep, Tealing caters to both relaxed and active lifestyles. Village life is centred on the village hall, with several working farms in the nearby area, including a farm and coffee shop, which offers fresh local produce, delicious food, and a garden nursery. Furthermore, the area has a rich history, evident at Tealing Earth House, a historic Iron-age underground passage. Nursery and primary schooling are provided locally with desirable small class sizes, whilst secondary and further education are on offer in nearby Dundee.