2 bed semi-detached house for sale in Loanhead

Property highlight: Attractively presented two bedroom Semi-detached corner plot with generous gardens and dbl driveway

Situated in the small town of Loanhead, just 30 minutes drive from central Edinburgh, this Semi-Detached Corner Plot promises an attractively presented two-bedroom home with generous enclosed landscaped gardens, a private double driveway and sizeable car port / workshop. The property is neutrally decorated, in excellent move-in condition, and is ideal for young families and professionals seeking a retreat from the bustle of the city. The property comprises; welcoming entrance hall with a large walk-in cupboard which is currently used as a convenient home office, generously proportioned dual aspect lounge/dining room, modern fitted kitchen with base and wall-mounted units, wood-effect worktops, fully tiled splashbacks, Karndean herringbone LVT flooring and under-counter feature lighting. Appliances include an electric oven, induction hob, a ducted cooker hood, integrated fridge and ample above counter sockets for small appliances. Upstairs, the landing provides access to the attic via a fixed loft ladder for further storage. The attic is fitted with mains lighting. There are two double bedrooms; the master bedroom is spacious, with two built-in storage cupboards and a large window which floods the room with natural light and provides excellent views toward Arthur's Seat. The second bedroom is quietly situated to the rear and benefits from two built-in cupboards. Finishing the accommodation is a contemporary three-piece bathroom suite with porcelain tiles, feature lighting, a chrome and cast iron style towel rail, built in discrete storage, a shaver socket and a dual head gravity shower. Hive controlled Gas central heating and double glazing throughout ensures a comfortable living environment all year round. Externally, the property benefits from a private landscaped front garden with a monoblock driveway large enough for two cars and bin storage, a sizeable car-port / workshop with a sliding gate provides space for a further car, ample additional storage space, mains LED lighting and 8 power sockets for appliances and tools. The fully enclosed south-facing garden features mains powered sensor lighting, an external tap, two further external power sockets, greenhouse, garden shed, a generous patio and grassy spaces to entertain or enjoy the sun. Sufficient on-street parking is also available. The Midlothian town of Loanhead lies within easy commuting distance of Edinburgh. There is a good choice of shopping outlets, award winning restaurants and the Stewarts Brewery Taphouse all on hand, whilst a further range of shopping facilities is available at the impressive Straiton Retail Park, which is less than five minutes away and includes a choice of shops, supermarkets, a Marks and Spencer, Costco and Ikea. For local amenities, in addition to the nearby Loanhead Centre which offers a gym, swimming pool, cafe, library, sports clubs, surgery and a school. A Gym Group Outlet and the Eden Rock Climbing Centre are both ten minutes walk away. The surrounding countryside offers many leisure opportunities with Roslin Glen wood on edge of the village, offering walking and cycling tracks to Edinburgh, Straiton Nature Reserve and the nearby Roslin Chapel. The Pentland Hills Regional Park containing the Hillend Snow Sports Centre and Alpine Coaster, and Lasswade Horse Riding School are both only a short drive away. Closer to home, the Link Community Centre and a well-appointed play park and MUGA are located within sight of the house at the opposite end of the street. Regular bus services operate through the town and via the nearby Straiton Park and Ride to and from the city centre and to the surrounding areas; whilst Straiton Junction offers access to the city by-pass, ensuring easy access to other outlying districts, Edinburgh Airport and main motorway networks. Schooling ranging from nursery through to secondary is within easy reach. Paradykes Primary School and Nursery is only 300 metres away and a new Beeslack Community High School is due to begin construction in the neighbouring village of Bilston.