4 bed detached house for sale in Balerno

Offering country living within the city this magnificent property must be viewed to be appreciated. Architect Designed Detached Family House Extensive and Versatile Contemporary Living Space Over Two Floors Sitting/Dining Room With Wood Burning Stove Contemporary Semi-open-Plan Kitchen Living Room Ground Floor Principal Bedroom Suite with Dressing Room and Shower Room Two Further Ground Floor Double Bedrooms Study First Floor Living/Dining/Kitchen First Floor Bedroom Suite with Dressing Room and Bathroom West-Facing Roof Terrace Gas Central Heating Double-Glazing Mature Wooded Gardens Ample Off-Street Parking Location Balerno is located eight miles south west of Edinburgh city centre and is a popular conservation village nestling under the Pentland Hills. The region offers an enticing combination of rural charm and nearby city attractions. It is surrounded by lush woodlands, rivers and reservoirs, while still being within easy commuting distance of the city centre. Balerno and the neighbouring villages cater to all daily needs with an excellent range of independent local shops, services, mini supermarkets, authentic and well known traditional pubs, and cafes all nearby. The Balerno Farmers' Market offers local and fresh produce once a month. The Gyle Centre and Hermiston Gait are a short drive away offering a multitude of high street stores and shops. Excellent recreational facilities can be found close by which include Baberton and Dalmahoy golf courses, the historic Malleny House and Garden, a National Trust Property, beautiful walks by the Water of Leith (which leads all the way into Edinburgh), the vast open parkland at Harlaw Reservoir, access to the city's cycle path network and the open spaces of the Pentland Hills Regional Park. For families, the lovely open spaces of Muir Wood Park and Bloomiehall Park with their playgrounds are nearby. The area is served by highly regarded nursery, primary and secondary education. Balerno`s excellent location makes the property ideal for the daily commuter, with good bus services to the city centre (Hermiston Park and Ride is nearby) and Curriehill Railway Station also provides excellent links to the city and Glasgow. The area is also conveniently placed for access to the Edinburgh City Bypass and motorway network leading to Edinburgh International Airport and further afield. Heriot Watt University at Riccarton, Edinburgh Business Park and the Royal Bank Headquarters at Gogar are all within easy commuting distance. Extras Light fittings, curtains, blinds, integrated oven and hob, fridge freezer, washing machine and floor coverings are included in the sale.