Location

Cruden Bay is a small village on the north coast of the Bay of Cruden, Aberdeenshire, just west of Slains Castle. It is a firm favourite with tourists thanks to its Blue Flag status, big skies and wide horizons, sandy white beach, crystal clear waters and quaint fishing harbour. The Bay of Cruden has a sweeping expanse of golden sands approximately 2.5km in length. The entire bay is a designated bathing water area and moorings can be available at the harbour. One of Aberdeenshire's finest sandscapes can be seen at the Cruden Bay Golf Club, a traditional Scottish links course originally designed by Tom Morris of St Andrews and re-designed in the 1920s by Tom Simpson and Herbert Fowler. The panoramic views across the coast and of Slains Castle in the distance are breathtaking. The nearby Slains Castle which was built in 1597 faces south on the cliffs. The castle is rumoured to have given Bram Stoker his inspiration for Count Dracula's Castle after a short stay in 1894. Cruden Bay has a medium-sized primary school, while secondary schooling is available at Ellon Academy. There is a public transport available from Cruden Bay to Ellon to cover school hours. There are a few small shops, a chemist/newsagent, a post office, a craft shop and a general store. There is also a medical practice and library. There are good sports facilities, with tennis courts and two football pitches. The school and public hall house a number of youth groups such as Girl guiding UK.
To the south lies Newburgh, where you can find a village shop, as well as an 18-hole golf course. Trump International Golf Links, a world renowned course, is located along the road from Newburgh. Ellon is a picturesque town positioned by the River Ythan. The areas surrounding Ellon have a rich agricultural heritage while facilities there include hotels, restaurants, specialist shops and a Tesco superstore. Leisure and sporting facilities are available at the community swimming pool and sports complex, rugby, football and hockey pitches at The Meadows Sports Complex, and golf at the McDonald Golf Club. Secondary education is catered for at Ellon Academy.
Approximately (24 miles) away from Cruden Bay lies the city of Aberdeen. The international airport offers regular flights to London and other UK and European cities. The Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route provides improved travel in and around Aberdeen and a quicker and more direct route south. There are regular train services from Aberdeen, including a sleeper to King's Cross, London. Aberdeen provides all the services of a major city, including business and leisure facilities, theatres and cinemas, restaurants and a wide range of shopping. There is private schooling including Robert Gordon's School, St Margaret's, and Albyn School as well as the International School at Pitfodels. There are two universities and several colleges of further education.

Distances:
Newburgh (9.9 miles)
Ellon    (11.2 miles)
Peterhead (8.3 miles)
Aberdeen (23.2 miles)*
*Please note that all distances are approximate

Description

This charming whitewashed terrace cottage has been sympathetically refurbished and extended by the current owners to create a delightful family home. Works included replacing the slate roof and the windows. The stylish and nautical-themed décor reflects perfectly the picturesque setting of this harbour home.

This attractive stone and slate property in turn key order dates back to about 1895 and is ideal as a wonderful full time home or a perfect "lock and leave" second home. Highlights include extensive herringbone pattern flooring to the ground floor areas and the delightful sitting room with a window to the front, and a Henley woodburning stove with blue and white coloured tiles, flanked by an alcove and recess. Located at the rear is a modern kitchen fitted with an excellent range of base, drawer and wall cabinets. Appliances include an oven, hob, grill and double Bosch oven, Haier washing machine and integrated and concealed dishwasher. Leading on from here is the well appointed dining room with French doors opening into the garden. This room is currently used as home office. At ground floor level is the principal bedroom with front aspect and Sharp fitted wardrobes. A spacious bathroom has an oversized double end bath, mixer over-bath shower and wash basin set in vanity furniture. There are two storage cupboards. Ascending to the first floor is a carpeted staircase to the landing with linen cupboard. Two front facing bay window bedrooms have a dual access en suite shower room fitted with mixer shower and WC and wash basin set in vanity furniture along with a Velux window.

Outside: A sheltered and landscaped garden is fully enclosed with timber fencing, wood store and extensive patios areas. There is fixed timber seating and a detached timber summerhouse. External storage cupboard housing the boiler.