5 West Craigs Crescent, Edinburgh, EH12 8LY

The property

New price. This substantial detached bungalow (157sqm) will appeal to purchasers of all age groups prepared to carry out further upgrading and some repairs. It was built in the 1930s therefore rooms are well proportioned having a good ceiling height and tremendous versatility. There is a traditional vestibule and reception hall, 2 double bedrooms and a large wet room (formerly the bathroom). The fitted kitchen has a large sun porch, there is a separate dining room and single bedroom/study. A sizeable extension to the rear creates a living room which benefits from a dual aspect and extra wide patio doors which gives access onto a sheltered central south-facing patio. Upstairs is a further double bedroom plus shower room. This is an ideal family home which will easily adapt to meet the ever changing needs of modern life. Gas central heating operated by a modern boiler (only installed 2020) complemented by PVC double glazing. The property occupies a large walled corner plot featuring mature hedges which ensure maximum privacy. It has areas of established lawn, mature shrubbery and south-facing patios. There is a large brick garage with power/light and a driveway/parking area able to accommodate several cars. West Craigs Crescent is a part of a mature residential development enjoying an almost ‘hideaway’ setting behind Maybury Road and Glasgow Road. There is a local pre-school facility and it is extremely convenient to The Gyle Shopping Centre, Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh Gate Way (train/tram stop), Craigmount High School, Ingliston and David Lloyd Leisure Centre. Corstorphine ‘village’ with its numerous shops and restaurants is a few minutes’ drive away and Edinburgh’s City Centre only 5 miles. Major arterial roads provide easy access to the Forth Road Bridge, airport, motorway networks and the City Bypass. Unspoiled countryside, the coast, Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Hill nature reserve, several golf courses and other recreational pursuits are equally accessible. All carpets, cooker, hob, hood, dishwasher, washing machine and a tumble drier are included in the sale. By appointment, telephone Agents on 0131 229 3399 or 0759 58 20611. The property has been valued at £475,000 (reflecting the requirement for improvements) and the Home Report is available from the ESPC web site. The property lies in Council Tax Band G and has an E-rated Energy Performance Certificate.

Total Floor Area	157 m2
Energy rating	E