7 Saint Davids Avenue, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 3FF

The property

Occupying a prime corner plot within a prestigious development in ever-popular Eskbank, this modern detached villa has been thoughtfully designed to suit the demands of contemporary family life. Finished to a flawless standard throughout, the four-bedroom property is characterised by a flexible semi-open-plan living area and practical features such as a separate utility room and a ground floor cloakroom/WC. Externally the villa boasts a secluded rear garden, a detached double garage/workshop and a double driveway. The double gable-fronted villa instantly exudes a traditional, homely ambience with its charming canopy porch, light-render facade and natural stone accents. This feeling continues as you step into the welcoming reception hall, which accommodates a useful cloakroom/WC. Glazed double doors on the left open into the living room, which enjoys a southwesterly aspect and is finished in a cohesive palette of soothing cream hues. From here a second set of glazed doors leads into the spacious dining room, which provides an elegant setting for formal entertaining or family celebrations, with a direct route to the dining kitchen. Designed as the busy hub of the home, the r oom is flooded with light from a splendid bay window with patio doors onto the garden and falls naturally into dedicated zones for cooking, dining and relaxing. The modern fitted kitchen is framed by a convivial breakfast peninsula with bar seating, and is replete with a full range of integrated appliances, namely a four-burner gas hob, an extractor hood, an electric single oven, a dishwasher and a fridge/freezer. The separate utility room adjacent offers additional fitted storage, ideal laundry facilitiesand a side door to the garden. Completing the ground floor is a versatile study, which would also make an ideal playroom,family room or 5th bedroom. Upstairs the villa boasts a luxurious master bedroom with substantial fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room; a second double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room; and two smaller double bedrooms, one of which benefits from a built-in wardrobe. There is also an immaculate three-piece family bathroom. Gas central heating and double glazing ensure year round comfort and efficiency. The large rear garden is bound by high stone walls and timber fencing for optimum privacy and seclusion, and has been landscaped to include a lush green lawn and a suntrap patio. A secure gate from the patio allows access to the double driveway and the detached double garage to the rear, which is equipped with lighting and ample power points.