Traditional cottage offers rural escape

If you’ve ever dreamed of living the good life, Hill dykes might just be for you.

This gorgeous three bedroom cottage can be found near the village of Fy vie and is surrounded by stunning open countryside.

Sympathetic renovations means Hill dykes has retained plenty of character, including its lovely sand coloured stonework.

The charming entrance hall boasts original slate flooring and leads to a spacious kitchen diner.

There is plenty of work unit space and lovely views out across the fields.

This open plan room will be perfect for entertaining, and you’ll be able to chat to guests as you prepare dinner.

It’s also ideal for all the family, and the dining area features a wood burning stove surrounded by original stone. Italian slate flooring and spot lighting add a modern twist.

Leading off the kitchen via double doors is the lounge, and ease of access means you have fluid living space.

A large window overlooks the front of the cottage and this will be a great room to unwind income the evening.

A double bedroom can be found downstairs and would make a great guest room. There is a stylish fireplace and again, views out across the countryside.

Completing the downstairs accommodation is the modern bathroom which has been fitted with a three piece suite and separate shower cubicle, alongside a utility room and a cloakroom.

Upstairs there are two double bedrooms.

It is the rolling two acres of land that Hill dykes is set in which really makes this a slice of rural paradise however.

There are two paddocks and a steading which is currently used as a stables come workshop – with scope to be developed further subject to planning.

The enclosed garden is mainly laid to lawn and there is a large driveway.

Hill dykes can be found just outside the village of Fyvie which is home to Fyvie Castle, and only a short drive away from the bustling town of Turriff.

Whether you’ve got dreams of running your own small holding, or simply want to escape the city, Hill Dykes could well become your very own country idyll.

Offers should be made in the region of more than £255,000.