One of Aberdeen’s most notable historic properties comes to the market

The name ‘Chanonry’ derives from the street’s history as home to the canons of St Machar’s Cathedral. The College of Canons was incorporated in 1240 and Aberdeen’s conservation area is steeped in centuries of history.

Hilary Murray, an estate agent with Galbraith in Aberdeen, said: “Two The Chanonry is set within a highly desirable central location in Old Aberdeen, adjacent to the King’s College campus of Aberdeen University. This exceptional property offers spacious and elegant accommodation, ideal for entertaining and family life, plus private gardens and double garage, a particular asset in the heart of the city. This is a rare opportunity to buy one of the area’s most historic properties.”

The accommodation comprises five bedrooms, two bathrooms, further shower room, study, kitchen and three elegant and very spacious reception rooms. The basement has a billiard room, wine cellar, utility room and stores.

The current owners have recently undertaken a sympathetic programme of interior refurbishment including new carpeting and flooring throughout, while retaining period features. Most rooms benefit from high ceilings, original sash and case single-glazed windows, deep skirting, cornicing, and tiled fireplaces.

The property is enclosed by a high redbrick wall and locking gate. Well-established mature trees provide good privacy. To the side and rear of the property, there is a cobbled courtyard entered from double gates and from here there is access to the store and basement. The property also benefits from a double garage.

Old Aberdeen was independent from the city of Aberdeen between 1489 and 1891. Its much-admired conservation area is rich in historic buildings: some, like St Machar’s Cathedral, date from the Middle Ages, while there are many beautiful buildings dating from the 18th and 19th centuries, mostly built in the local grey granite.

2 The Chanonry is for sale through Galbraith for Offers Over £420,000.