3 bed detached bungalow for sale in Fairmilehead

An excellent opportunity has arisen to acquire a traditional detached bungalow located within a quiet street in the prime residential district of Fairmilehead, lying south of the city centre Boasting a bright rear westerly aspect, this extremely desirable property offers light, generous family accommodation. The property does now require upgrading works and offers excellent potential to become a superb family home with scope to extend into the attic space, for conversion subject to necessary permissions. The accommodation briefly comprises a vestibule, entrance hallway, lounge/dining room, kitchen, a beautiful bay windowed master bedroom with stunning views overlooking the front garden, two further good-sized double bedrooms and a family sized bathroom. The property further benefits from gas central heating, double glazing and good storage facilities, including floored attic. Externally there are beautiful private gardens to the front and rear, both are mainly laid to lawn and are bordered by a variety of mature plants and shrubbery. There is a driveway and garage to the front of the property with light and power. Early viewing is highly recommended to full appreciate what this property has to offer. Location Fairmilehead is a popular residential area situated in the south of Edinburgh at the foot of both the Pentland and Braid hills. It offers excellent, family orientated, suburban living, whilst being approximately only 3 miles from the city centre with excellent public transport and active travel links. Regular buses also connect it to nearby Morningside, which boasts a range of independent shops and eateries, as well as the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Edinburgh International Airport and Easter Bush Campus. Fairmilehead boasts many recreational opportunities including close proximity to 3 golf courses, walking, cycling and Hillend Ski centre. For families, the area resides in the catchment for excellent local nurserys and schools as well as many extracurricular groups at local venues. The City Bypass, and the main commuting routes, including the M8, M9, Queensferry Crossing and Edinburgh International Airport, are also easily accessible. Approved planning The current owner of the property who has had an unforeseen change of circumstance has impressive planning approved for the construction of a new extension to the side of house encompassing an extended pitched roof formed over the full area of house and side extension. In addition, there is approval for an increased driveway entrance creating an enlarged parking area. The updated accommodation would comprise, a welcoming entrance hallway, 2 double bedrooms (or a sitting room and 1 double bedroom), an open plan living area, dining area, breakfast kitchen, utility and garage like store. A staircase from the hallway would lead to the first-floor landing giving access to the master bedroom encompassing a walk-in wardrobe, a further double bedroom and a family sized bathroom with both a bath and separate shower. The client was closely working with a reputable builder who would be keen to see through the renovation works, further information can be provided upon request.