Beautiful views from a home in an elevated position

A spacious four/five bedroom detached property with superb views down Strathnairn is now on the property market. Bell Ingram offer Mains of Faille to the market. It is a well presented five bedroom detached property with the added bonus of a self-contained cottage attached. The property benefits from double glazing and has recently been insulated to the…

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On the first day of Christmas… The Three Chimneys

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me, the gift of fine food. The Three Chimneys’ First Day of Christmas Carol All sung to the famous tune of the Twelve Days of Christmas. Opening: On the First Day of Christ-mas… Three Chim-neys sent to me… A gift…fit for any FOOD-IE Then…

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Islands will be the trends in kitchens for 2019

Open plan kitchens continue to dominate kitchen designs where there’s space, with the majority of refurbishments and new builds opting for a kitchen that combines dining and living areas. That’s the view of independent kitchen designers and retailers Kitchens International (KI). With many designers spread across their six showrooms, KI’s designers have a finger on…

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£1.34million for five bedroom farmhouse and grounds

A traditional five bedroom farmhouse with private garden grounds, with additional properties, is for sale in central Scotland. Ballochruin is an attractive residential estate situated in a unique development set round a courtyard comprising four individual residential properties and an art studio. Presented for sale by Galbraith, the property is located in a private and…

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Timeless country living with privacy, a pond and a paddock

Timeless country living in a contemporary home of elegant design and finish, is now available in a most idyllic rural setting. Kinvaid House, in Moneydie, Perthshire, is presented for sale by Rettie & Co. It is set within approximately six acres of well-established grounds, which include a splendid garden with Riparian rights over the Schochie…

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An immaculate modern villa offering plenty of space

An immaculate modern villa offering handsomely proportioned living accommodation is available in Kinross-shire. Presented to the market by Rettie in Edinburgh, this home in Kellieside Park, by Milnathort, is set over one floor, and finished to an exacting standard of contemporary specification, with high quality fixtures and fittings. Built by the well-regarded construction firm, Premier…

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A striking seven bedroom home on the bonnie banks

A striking seven-bedroom property on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond is now on the market. Presented by Savills, Gartochraggan dates back to around 1800, the property has been formed though extensions and refurbishments following the acquisition of neighbouring properties to create the superb family home that stands today. Constructed of white harled stone under…

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A bit of movie magic comes to garden centre

A Scots garden centre is offering some Christmas movie magic for youngsters. Cleaner-cum-carpenter Alex Freeman has created a replica of the Polar Express steam train from the movie of the same name featuring Hollywood star, Tom Hanks. The train Alex crafted from wood has become a popular attraction with kids when they see the Polar…

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The 20 thing we love about winter – and what we hate

Cosy nights by the fire, crisp mornings and not feeling guilty about staying in have emerged among a list of things we love about winter, a study found. Research revealed a large percentage of us also can’t wait for long soaks in hot bubble baths, and digging out winter boots and wellies for walks through…

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The festival taking music to the people of Skye

An eight-day festival of music is underway on the Isle of Skye. The SEALL Festival of Small Halls is a new community-led winter festival taking place between 23 November and 1 December, bringing some of the biggest names in Scottish traditional music to remote village halls around Skye. It has received tremendous support from communities,…

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