39 Frogston Road West, Edinburgh, EH10 7AH

3 Bed House - Semi Detached

Sale history

£400,000 in September 2020

The property

An opportunity has arisen to purchase a most attractive and well-situated semi-detached family home located over two floors with attractive enclosed gardens to the front and rear. The house forms part of the original gate lodge for the former Princess Margaret Rose Hospital and is well set back from the main road and has the benefit of two private parking spaces. Situated some four miles south of the business and historical centre of Edinburgh, Fairmilehead is a most sought after residential area on the outskirts of Edinburgh. For shopping facilities Morningside and Comiston offer a wide range of shopping facilities and there is also the benefit of a Marks & Spencer and Waitrose in that area. A Tesco Superstore is located at Colinton Mains and there is a Morrisons store at Hunters Tryst, both of which are easily accessible. The garden centre at nearby Mortonhall is very popular with an interesting shop and restaurant. The property is well situated for schools at nursery, primary and secondary levels, and for outdoor pursuits, enjoyable and picturesque walks can be enjoyed at the nearby Pentland Hills, whilst there are golf courses and a ski slope a short drive away. Many buses serve this area leading into the city centre and other parts of the town. The area of Fairmilehead is very well located for access to the Edinburgh City Bypass and from there to the central motorway network, to Edinburgh International Airport and to Queensferry Crossing. Connection can also be made travelling east on the Bypass to the A1 and to the south. This is a property of unique design standing back from the main road with enclosed gardens to the front and rear. The property has secondary and double glazing, gas central heating, and many features of character. On the ground floor there is a welcoming entrance hall, a spacious lounge with access to a large conservatory in a quiet situation at the rear, an elegant dining room/bedroom number three and a fitted kitchen with space for breakfasting. On the upper level there are two bedrooms and a bathroom with three piece suite and shower. The enclosed gardens are a special feature of this handsome property. The front garden is laid mainly to lawns with a centre path leading to the front door. Mature trees surround the property giving it privacy and shelter. The rear garden is also enclosed and has a lawn, areas of shrubs, a paved area to the rear of the house and a useful garden shed is included in the sale. There is a path to the rear of the property leading to the parking spaces which are included in the sale. To appreciate the charm of this most attractive property, its spacious accommodation located over two floors, the enclosed gardens and parking spaces, early viewing is recommended. The spacious family accommodation comprises:-

  • Entrance Reception Hall

    A welcoming entrance to this fine property with access to the main apartments. There is light provided by the astragalled window at the side and the staircase to the upper floor opens from the entrance. Two power points and a telephone point.

  • Lounge

    4.6 m X 3.8 m / 15'1" X 12'6"

    A well-presented and comfortable public room the focal point being a carved wooden mantelpiece housing a living flame fire and hearth. Good natural light in this room from the two astragalled windows with the benefit of secondary glazing facing the front garden. Laminate flooring. Two wall lights and centre light. Eight power points. TV point. Access to the conservatory.

  • Dining Room/Bedroom No 3

    3.6 m X 2.8 m / 11'10" X 9'2"

    Presently used for dining with astragalled secondary glazed windows looking to the front garden, a well presented room with radiator, laminate flooring, centre light, plain cornice, recess and six power points.

  • Kitchen/Breakfast Room

    4.8 m X 2.5 m / 15'9" X 8'2"

    Quietly situated to the rear of the property with access to the rear garden, the kitchen area is well fitted with ample wall and base units, sink unit and drainer and the fitments include the fitted fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, gas hob, electric oven and cooker hood. Nine power points. Radiator. The Worcester central heating boiler is housed in the kitchen.

  • Conservatory

    5.7 m X 3 m / 18'8" X 9'10"

    An exceptionally spacious and bright conservatory with views over the rear garden and access to the lounge. The conservatory has laminate flooring. Two radiators. Wall lights. Six power points.

  • Staircase to the Upper Floor

    This is carpeted and leads to the

  • Upper Landing

    With good natural light from the astragalled window facing the rear. From the landing there is access to the attic above which is floored and has electric light.

  • Double Bedroom

    4.05 m X 3.8 m / 13'3" X 12'6"

    With two astragalled double glazed windows to the rear and a further Velux roof light providing good natural light in this well-proportioned room. There are excellent fitted wardrobes/cupboards for storage. Centre light. Four power points. TV point.

  • Bedroom 2

    3.7 m X 2.4 m / 12'2" X 7'10"

    A front facing well proportioned bedroom presently used as a studio with fitted wardrobes providing good storage accommodation. Ample power points. Ceiling rose. Decorative cornice.

  • Family Bathroom

    2.35 m X 1.7 m / 7'9" X 5'7"

    The bathroom is fully tiled for ease of maintenance and comprises a bath with shower over bath, wash hand basin and WC. Heated towel rail. Xpelair. Shaver point and mirror. Four recessed ceiling lights. Glazed window.

  • Gardens

    The gardens are a special feature of this charming family home. The front garden is enclosed with an area of lawn on either side of the path and the mature trees in this area give the garden privacy and shelter. The rear garden is also enclosed and safe for children and pets. There is an area of lawn and a shrubbery with mature trees and bushes. A useful garden shed is included in the sale.

  • Parking

    Two parking spaces pertain to the property and are reached from the side road with access by a path leading into the back gardens. There is also on-street parking in the area.

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