4 bed detached house for sale in Balerno

Set within generous private gardens, this substantial detached house has been significantly extended to create an exceptionally spacious family home of approximately 172sqm. Occupying a generous plot within a well-established residential setting, the property offers flexible accommodation, excellent storage, and a layout well-suited to modern family living. The accommodation is centred around a welcoming entrance hall and includes an impressive sitting room of excellent proportions, enhanced by a wood-burning stove, large windows, and patio doors overlooking the rear garden, which draw in plentiful natural light. A separate living room provides further reception space, creating an ideal setting for everyday family life and entertaining. The dining room offers a useful intermediate space between the principal reception rooms and kitchen, while also lending itself to a variety of alternative uses depending on individual requirements. The breakfasting kitchen is well-equipped with an extensive range of units and ample space for informal dining, complemented by a separate utility room. A study provides excellent flexibility, and a contemporary WC completes the ground floor accommodation. Upstairs, the principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and a superb en suite bathroom featuring both a bath and separate shower enclosure, as well as access into the eaves for storage. There are three further bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes, and a modern shower room, providing comfortable accommodation for larger families and visiting guests. The rear garden is a particularly attractive feature, offering a high degree of privacy, a generous lawn, mature planting, a pergola-covered seating area, and a timber shed. The property further benefits from a private driveway, an integral garage, gas central heating, double glazing, and a storage attic. Beautifully maintained throughout, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a versatile and substantial family home in a highly sought-after setting. The Location Balerno is a popular and quiet semi-rural residential area, situated a few miles south-west of the city centre. Walking and cycle paths and a regular bus service take you easily into the city centre, and from Curriehill or Edinburgh Park railway stations you can access trains to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, and beyond. Balerno has excellent local shopping facilities and restaurants, while medical services are found in nearby Currie. Longstone, Slateford, the Gyle, and Livingston offer a wide range of superstores, all with ample parking. Glasgow lies one hour away and there is easy access to the Edinburgh city bypass and all major trunk routes, as well as Edinburgh International Airport and the Queensferry crossing. Extras The items included in the sale of the property are the carpets, fitted floor coverings, integrated appliances, light fittings and fixtures. Free-standing appliances may be available by separate negotiation. The gas fireplace within the living room is not in working order and the supply is due to be capped. Council Tax band G Any offers should be submitted to residential@andersonstrathern.co.uk