Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire · AB43

High Street, Strichen, AB43 6SR

£195,000Available

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Agent's summary

A distinctive and deceptively spacious village home, featuring a beautifully presented five-bedroom residence with an adaptable self-contained annex, ideally suited to modern family living.

Beds5
Baths2
Receptions2
TypeDetached
From McEwan Fraser Legal Sales

The home, in the agent’s words

  • 5 bedrooms
  • 2 public rooms
  • 2 bathrooms
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Presented to the market in walk-in condition, 88 High Street, Strichen is an exceptional and spacious family home that has been thoughtfully modernised by the current owners to create a stylish, versatile, and highly adaptable property. Benefiting from full double glazing, central heating, and extensive redecoration throughout, this impressive home offers generous living accommodation with the unique advantage of a self-contained annex, making it ideal for extended family living, multi-generational households, guest accommodation, or even potential rental income.

Situated in the heart of the welcoming village of Strichen, this property enjoys all the benefits of a thriving rural community while remaining within easy reach of larger towns and Aberdeen. Strichen is renowned for its strong community spirit, offering a wide range of clubs, groups and activities for all ages. Everyday amenities are close at hand, including a well-stocked Co-op, an award-winning butcher, a local library, medical facilities, and a highly regarded primary school and playgroup, making it an excellent location for families.

The welcoming entrance hallway provides access to the main living accommodation. To the front of the property is a bright and spacious lounge featuring a wood-burning stove and a large picture window. The adjoining utility room provides access to the private rear garden.

The contemporary dining kitchen enjoys plenty of natural light and is fitted with a range of wall and base units, together with a mix of integrated and freestanding appliances, making it ideal for everyday family living.

A carpeted staircase leads to the upper floor, where there are two generous double bedrooms, both with bay windows overlooking the High Street. One bedroom provides access to a large attic space, offering excellent storage and future development potential, subject to the necessary consents. A modern family shower room completes the upper floor.

A standout feature of the property is the former commercial premises, now converted into a versatile self-contained annex. Accessed either from the main house or its own entrance from the High Street, the accommodation includes a lounge, music and recording studio, games room with full-sized pool table, double bedroom and a modern wet room. This flexible space is ideal for extended family living, a home business, guest accommodation or potential rental income.

Outside, the property offers off-street parking for at least three vehicles. The enclosed rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with stone-chip borders and is surrounded by traditional stone walls, providing a safe and private space for children and pets. A large patio and summer house create an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining, while a timber garden shed is included in the sale.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, Strichen Community Park, Strichen Lake and the former Buchan railway line offer excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and recreation. Nearby Mormond Hill, with its iconic White Horse landmark, is another popular destination for walking and enjoying panoramic views.
Just 8 miles away, Fraserburgh provides a wide range of amenities, including Tesco and Asda supermarkets, a leisure centre with swimming pool and gym, sports facilities, cafés, restaurants, and a beautiful sandy beach popular with wild swimmers.
Aberdeen, approximately 40 miles away, is easily reached via a regular hourly bus service, making Strichen an ideal location for commuters while enjoying the benefits of village life.

Combining generous and flexible accommodation with an exceptional village setting and outstanding local amenities, 88 High Street offers a rare opportunity to acquire a truly unique home that perfectly balances rural charm with modern convenience.

Extras: All fitted floor coverings, blinds, curtains, and light fittings are included in the sale.

Services: Mains electricity, water and drains with a gas central heating system and electric heating in the lounge of the annexe.

Electricity Supply: British gas
Water Supply: Scottish water
Sewerage: Scottish water
Broadband / Mobile Coverage: Sky, Full 4G Coverage
By appointment through McEwan Fraser Legal on Aberdeen 01224 472 441

McEwan Fraser Legal are open 7 days a week: 8am - Midnight Monday to Friday & 9am - 10pm Saturday & Sunday to book your viewing appointment.

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Ofcom · Jan 2026 · postcode AB43 6SR · residential premises

Getting about

23.2 miles

to Inverurie Rail Station

Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026

Background air quality

Fine particles · PM₂.₅
4.0 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
1.8 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline

Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.

Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km area

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