3 bed semi-detached bungalow for sale in Blackhall

Property highlight: Delightful semi detached bungalow in sought after Blackhall with a fantastic west facing garden.

open viewing sunday 12th october 2-4pm Occupying a prime position on a delightful tree-lined street in sought after leafy Blackhall, sits the extremely engaging 18 Strachan Road, a substantial semi-detached bungalow. The property has been a much loved home for over 40 years, offering well maintained flexible accommodation (as a 2 or 3 bedroom property) and a stunning, large west facing garden, but it is now ready for its next chapter of ownership and potentially some modernisation. The front door has an entrance vestibule which in turn opens to the main hall. Located to the rear, with stunning views over the garden is the sitting room, complete with fireplace and bespoke birch wooden panels. A bright, spacious kitchen is fitted with both wall and base mounted cabinetry, incorporating a gas hob, Neff double oven and dishwasher. A door leads to the conservatory (with lighting, power and heating) which offers a fantastic, elevated view of the garden. There are two to three bedrooms, depending on what configuration suits the owner. The main bedroom has a view to the front and benefits from extensive fitted mirrored wardrobes, whilst the second bedroom (also with fitted mirrored wardrobes) is to the rear and has a series of fitted drawers, cabinets and dressing table. The bay windowed room to the left, with it’s attractive fireplace has been utilized as a sitting room, however could easily be used as a generously sized third bedroom, whilst retaining two public rooms. The bathroom is fitted with a bath (and mains powered shower over), WC and wash hand basin. There is plenty of storage space including a large partially floored attic (accessed by a Ramsay ladder) and an external cellar below the conservatory. Heating and hot water is provided by gas central heating and there is double glazing. To the front of the property is a lovely front garden with a driveway and path leading to the front door. The true jewel in the crown of this property is the beautiful, large west facing, well stocked garden. Filled with sun all day (in good weather) and offering delightful, distinct areas such as a generous lawn, three patio areas, a vegetable garden, fruit trees and a composting area, along with side access to the front garden, it is truly desirable space. The superb mix of plants, trees and shrubs include Peonies, Forsythia, Magnolia, Rhododendrons, Roses, Rhubarb, Blackcurrants, Raspberries, Silver Birch, and many more varieties of plants and bulbs. In addition to the driveway, there unrestricted parking on the street outside. Location The highly desirable residential neighbourhood of Blackhall is located to the north-west of Edinburgh's City Centre, close to the beautiful open spaces of Corstorphine Hill, Cramond Beach and numerous popular golf courses. For everyday shopping needs, there are a variety of shops on Hillhouse Road and Craigleith Retail Park offers a Sainsbury’s and Marks and Spencer. Nearby Comely Bank and Stockbridge have a wide selection of cafe, bars, restaurants and independent shops. The school is in the catchment area for Blackhall Primary School, St Andrew’s Fox Covert RC Primary School, The Royal High Secondary School, St Augustine’s RC High School. In the private sector, the property is a short car journey to Erskine Stewart Melville, Edinburgh Academy, Fettes College and St. Georges. The area benefits from a wide selection of bus links into the City Centre and also offers quick road access to Edinburgh International Airport, the Queensferry Crossing and the M8. Extras The greenhouse, curtains, blinds, light fittings, fitted flooring and kitchen appliances are included in the sale price. Some additional items of furniture may be available by separate negotiation.