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Fordoun, Laurencekirk, Aberdeenshire, AB30

Land size
7 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Equestrian Facilities
  • Large Paddock and Gardens
  • EPC - C
  • Detached Garage With Workshop
  • Countryside Setting
  • Ideally Placed For Commuting
  • Spacious And Well Presented
  • Council Tax Band - F

Description

A unique opportunity to own a substantial rural home with approximately 7 acres and equestrian facilities.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

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Description

Nestled in a peaceful rural setting, Cocketty Croft is a spacious detached bungalow offering an exceptional opportunity to enjoy country living while remaining within easy reach of the A90, making it ideal for commuters travelling to Dundee, Aberdeen and surrounding areas. Set within generous grounds, the property benefits from a large paddock of approximately 7 acres, making it well suited to equestrian enthusiasts or those seeking outdoor space. Further features include horse stables, extensive gardens and a substantial detached garage with an adjoining workshop, offering excellent storage, workspace or potential for a variety of uses (subject to any necessary consents). Internally, the property provides flexible family accommodation with four bedrooms, generous living areas and well-proportioned rooms throughout.

Entrance Hall

A welcoming entrance hall provides access to the main living accommodation and bedroom wing, with useful storage and a practical layout.

WC

Conveniently located off the entrance hall and fitted with a WC and wash hand basin.

Living Room

A spacious and bright living room featuring a large bay window overlooking the gardens, providing an excellent space for relaxing or entertaining, with an added benefit of a log burner.

Dining Room

A generous dining room positioned adjacent to the kitchen, with an open plan layout with the living room, offering ample space for family meals and formal entertaining.

Kitchen

A well-proportioned fitted kitchen offering an excellent range of wall and base units with generous worktop space. The kitchen features a convenient breakfast bar, providing an ideal spot for casual dining. With direct access to the conservatory and adjoining utility room, it is both practical and well suited to modern family living.

Conservatory

A bright conservatory enjoying views over the surrounding gardens, creating a peaceful additional reception space ideal for relaxing throughout the year.

Utility Room

A practical utility room providing additional storage, laundry facilities and access to the rear of the property.

Bathroom

A well-appointed family bathroom comprising a bath, shower, wash hand basin and WC.

Bedroom 1

A spacious principal bedroom benefiting from fitted wardrobes and a private en-suite shower room.

Ensuite Shower Room

Fitted with a shower enclosure, wash hand basin, vanity unit, and WC.

Bedroom 2

A generous double bedroom with space for freestanding furniture.

Bedroom 3

A well-proportioned double bedroom with fitted wardrobes offering flexibility for family or guests.

Bedroom 4

A versatile fourth bedroom, equally suitable as a guest room, home office or study. Also fitted with wardrobes.

External

The property sits within extensive grounds featuring a large enclosed garden together with a paddock extending to approximately 4 acres. Equestrian facilities include horse stables, while a substantial detached garage with an adjoining workshop provides excellent storage and workspace. The rural setting offers privacy and attractive countryside views, with the A90 nearby providing convenient transport links for commuting.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
F
Date Posted
2026-07-08

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 134 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (5+ acres).

This Property£64,286 / acre
Homes with Land Average (5+ acres) £33,259 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
72 C
85 B

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 36% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Glenbervie School1.5 miles
    Pupils
    63
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Redmyre School2.4 miles
    Pupils
    53
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Auchenblae School3 miles
    Pupils
    97
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Kinneff School5.1 miles
    Pupils
    10
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Bervie School5.1 miles
    Pupils
    229
    Type
    Non-denominational

Secondary

  • Mearns Academy5.4 miles
    Pupils
    687
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Mackie Academy7.6 miles
    Pupils
    1,118
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Banchory Academy12 miles
    Pupils
    865
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Montrose Academy14 miles
    Pupils
    859
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Portlethen Academy14 miles
    Pupils
    944
    Type
    Non-denominational

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: planning activity, heritage and any flood history here are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Co-op Scotmid Inverbervie, Inverbervie5.2 miles
Co-op Laurencekirk, Laurencekirk5.5 miles
Co-op Scotmid Laurencekirk, Laurencekirk5.9 miles

GP surgery

Inverbervie Medical Group5.1 miles

Pharmacy

Charles Michie5.2 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Laurencekirk Rail Station5.6 miles

Nearest bus stop

Church1.3 miles

Typical drive times

Portlethen21 min · 17 miles
Stonehaven12 min · 8.7 miles
Inverbervie13 min · 7.1 miles
Laurencekirk10 min · 6.7 miles
Aberdeen (city)32 min · 24 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From SEPA flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Not shown on SEPA's flood mapsLower risk

Surface water

Within SEPA's mapped surface water extentMapped risk

Mapped within the area searched, not at the advertised map pin itself.

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)

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