13 Little Spott Steading, Dunbar, EH42 1XY

The property

Forming part of an exclusive, B-listed steading conversion in Little Spott, this immaculate house boasts a sought-after rural location, whilst still lying within easy reach of excellent amenities and transport links. The development itself is ideally situated to take full advantage of its position, with panoramic coastal views (including the iconic Bass Rock) to one side, with scenic countryside views to the other. The steading has been meticulously and tastefully renovated to a high standard by Colorado Construction, using the finest materials and craftsmanship, and retaining much of the original building's charm. The external red sandstone is the original steading stone and paired with a pantile roof, whilst, internally, high-quality fixtures and fittings and tasteful Farrow & Ball décor offer an exquisite modern home with excellent eco credentials. Welcoming you into the home on the lower-ground level is a hallway, setting the tone for the interiors to follow with pared-back décor and engineered oak flooring. The hall is accompanied by built-in storage and features a short flight of stairs leading to the upper ground level. Offering a wonderful open space which is sure to be perfect for everyday family life and entertaining alike, is the open-plan kitchen, living, and dining room. Both areas feature south-facing French doors opening onto the rear garden – flooding the space with sunny natural light, inviting the outdoors in, and allowing for easy alfresco dining and gatherings during the warmer months. The large living area offers fantastic flexibility for various configurations lounge furniture, and continues the immaculate presentation of the entrance area with the same décor and handsome oak flooring. Nestled in the corner of the room is a striking Contura 5kW log-burning stove, set on a Caithness stone hearth and creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. In the adjoining kitchen, space is provided for an eight-seater dining table, and a wide range of attractive, Shaker-styled cabinets is accompanied by a Silestone worktops and atmospheric downlighting. Neatly integrated appliances comprise a Neff Slide&Hide oven, a Neff combination microwave with a warming drawer, and a Neff induction hob, as well as an extractor fan, a full-size fridge, a full-size freezer, and a dishwasher. Between the kitchen and the living room is a large, built-in under-stair cupboard for useful storage. The house accommodates four well-proportioned double bedrooms, with two located on the lower-ground level and the remaining two on the first floor, all continuing the understated, yet stylish décor of the preceding accommodation. The lower-ground level bedrooms feature engineered oak flooring and offer flexibility for use, with potential for one to be used as a home office if desired – perfect for those requiring a quiet space to work or study from home. An engineered oak staircase leads to a sky-lit landing (with built-in storage) on the first floor, via a split level with two display recesses featuring colour-changing, remote-controlled LED lighting. Both bedrooms on this floor feature plush fitted carpets and charming window seats with incorporated hidden storage, as well as their own en-suite shower rooms. As well as the en-suite shower rooms on the first floor, the house offers a family shower room on the lower-ground floor. All three shower rooms feature large enclosures with rainfall showerheads, wall-mounted basins, concealed-cistern WCs, large wall-mounted mirrors, and chrome towel warmers. The home is kept warm by an efficient LPG-fired heating system, with underfloor heating on the lower and raised ground levels. Externally, the house boasts a good-sized private garden, enviably south-facing and bathed in sunny natural light throughout the day, predominantly laid to lawn and featuring a patio for outdoor seating, as well as having access to a communal garden area. Private parking is provided by two allocated parking spaces, with visitors' parking also available. Integrated kitchen appliances comprising a full-size fridge, a full-size freezer, a Neff Slide and Hide oven, a Neff combination microwave oven with a warming drawer, a Neff induction hob, and a dishwasher will be included in the sale.