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A Characterful Stone Cottage in The Village of Alves

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Set along Main Road in the village of Alves, Tucker Cottage sits behind a generous and carefully tended front garden, offering a sense of privacy and calm that feels immediately settled.

Alves is a village defined by community rather than scale, with a primary school, local café, and countryside walks all forming part of everyday life rather than occasional convenience.

From this position, Forres and Elgin sit within easy reach, allowing village living to work comfortably alongside commuting, schooling, and wider amenities.

The house itself is a traditional stone-built semi-detached cottage, carrying the proportions and character of its original form while being adapted carefully for modern living.

Stepping inside, the ground floor unfolds in a practical and welcoming way, with rooms that feel well sized and connected rather than divided.

The living room sits to the front of the house, where oak flooring and a multi-fuel burner create a sense of warmth and focus, particularly suited to evenings spent at home.

A large window looks out across the front garden, drawing greenery and light into the room and reinforcing the connection between inside and out.

A ground floor bedroom offers flexibility, whether for guests, single-level living, or a quieter sleeping space removed from the upper floor.

To the rear, the kitchen provides a generous and functional working space, with room for dining and everyday activity without feeling crowded.

A separate pantry sits alongside, offering valuable storage and scope for adaptation, supporting a clutter-free way of living.

The bathroom on this level is finished with a distinctive claw-foot bath and vintage-style fittings, adding character without feeling overly styled.

Upstairs, the layout opens into a broad and flexible landing area that works naturally as a home office, reading space, or informal living area.

Two further bedrooms lead from this space, both positioned to feel calm and private beneath the roofline.

Throughout the house, new uPVC double glazing improves comfort and quiet, supporting year-round living in a rural setting.

The gardens are a defining feature of the property, with the front garden carefully planted and arranged to create multiple seating areas, raised beds, and fruit trees.

This space feels more like a series of outdoor rooms than a single plot, offering interest and usability throughout the seasons.

To the rear, private parking is accessed via a shared driveway, with additional storage, a shed, and practical access into the house.

The wider area offers beaches, woodland, and open countryside within a short distance, making outdoor time part of daily life rather than a planned activity.

This is a home that will appeal to those seeking village connection, garden space, and a sense of character that has been allowed to evolve rather than be overwritten.

The property is being marketed by R & R Urquhart, with full details, photographs, and viewing information available through the official listing.

To view the listing click here

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Joseph Kennedy
Joseph Kennedy
Joseph Kennedy is a senior writer and editor at The Highland Times. He covers politics, business, and community affairs across the Highlands and Islands. His reporting focuses on stories that matter to local people while placing them in a wider national and international context.
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