3 bed detached bungalow for sale in Colinton

Property highlight: Extensive gardens offering potential for house extension with usual planning consents.

A fabulous, detached bungalow situated within the boundaries of Merchiston Castle School in the prestigious Colinton district of the city, a short journey to the southwest of Edinburgh City Centre. The property is secluded within the grounds and boasts views over the playing fields whilst offering huge development potential subject to usual planning consents. The property would make an ideal family home in a superb location and the move-in accommodation comprises: - Entrance vestibule. Reception hall with storage. Access to attic. Bay-widowed living room with views over playing fields. Modern fitted kitchen with access to gardens. Good-sized double bedroom with views. Two further bedrooms. Contemporary fitted bathroom with shower. Gas central heating. Double glazing. Extensive private grounds to front, side & rear. Huge development potential subject to usual planning consent. On-street parking. LOCATION: Colinton is a historic village located approximately 3 miles southwest of the City Centre. It is known for its leafy surroundings, pleasant walks and thriving community. Local shopping facilities are available within Colinton Village itself with further shopping facilities including Tesco at Colinton Mains and Morrison’s at Hunters Tryst within easy reach. Walks through Colinton Dell along the Water of Leith and in the Pentland Hills are accessible on foot and leisure facilities are available at the nearby Craiglockhart Sports & Leisure Centre. There is easy access to the city bypass and the road network beyond as well as Edinburgh International Airport and the Forth Road Bridge/Queensferry Crossing. The city bypass also provides access to popular out of town retail parks at Straiton and The Gyle. Catchment schools include Oxgangs Primary and Firrhill High School with private schools nearby including Merchiston Castle School, George Watsons College and George Heriots. Napier and Edinburgh University campuses are also only a short distance away.