1 Bonnington Cottages, Wilkieston, Kirknewton, EH27 8BB

The property

Welcome to 1 Bonnington Cottages Boasting a tranquil, rural location near Wilkieston, this traditional detached cottage offers beautifully presented accommodation including a living room, a large kitchen/dining room, three bedrooms, a bathroom, and a shower room, plus generous gardens, a detached garage with a double driveway, and another single driveway. Entrance - Situated near the village of Wilkieston on the outskirts of Edinburgh (with an Edinburgh postcode), this three-bedroom, two-bathroom traditional detached cottage offers beautifully presented and well-appointed accommodation, accompanied by generous gardens and excellent private parking. It is sure to appeal to those looking for a rural setting yet still remaining within easy reach of excellent city amenities and transport links, as well as having Jupiter Artland on the doorstep and the incredible Wavegarden Scotland (due to be completed in 2024) in nearby Ratho. A path through the pretty front garden leads to the front door, where a practical entrance vestibule welcomes you into the home and opens directly into the living room. Living Room - Occupying a generous footprint, the living room offers plenty of space for various configurations of furniture, all arranged around a warming multi-fuel stove. The room is decorated in earthy and neutral tones, enhanced by warm wood flooring, and boasts a south-facing window capturing sunny natural light throughout the day. Kitchen/Dining Room - A hall from the living room (with built-in storage) leads through to the open-plan kitchen and dining room, representing an ideal sociable space for gatherings – perfect for everyday family life and entertaining alike. The room offers space for a seated dining area and additional lounge furniture, if desired, whilst two breakfast bars cater for morning coffee, busy weekday breakfasts, and socialising while cooking. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with contemporary off-white cabinets, spacious and gleaming stone worktops, providing ample storage and workspace. The room is filled with natural light through tripleaspect windows, whilst a door affords access to the rear garden. Bedrooms - The home accommodates three well-proportioned bedrooms, all stylishly presented and offering plenty of space for furniture with two fitted with carpets for optimum comfort underfoot, and the principal enjoying similar warm wood flooring as the living room and kitchen. The principal bedroom is accompanied by a large wall-to-wall built-in wardrobe, with one of the others also supplemented by built-in storage. Washrooms - The cottage's two well-appointed washrooms consist of a bathroom and a shower room, with the former comprising a bath with an overhead shower, a basin set into storage, a floating WC, a towel radiator, and travertine tiles. The shower room includes a shower enclosure with stylish tiling, a WC-suite, vanity storage, and a chrome towel radiator. Extras: Integrated kitchen appliances comprising a double oven, microwave, hob, extractor fan, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher will be included in the sale. Please note, no warranties or guarantees shall be provided for the appliances. Gardens & Parking - Externally, the home is accompanied by a front garden with leafy trees, shrubs, and planting, as well as a large rear garden, tiered to take full advantage of the home's position with wonderful countryside views. It includes a spacious patio for outdoor dining furniture and barbecues, spacious lawns with additional seating areas, and a wealth of mature trees and hedges. Excellent private parking is provided by a detached garage, a double driveway, and a second single driveway, accommodating a woodstore and ideal for a boat/caravan.