Ivy Cottage, 9 Springfield Steading, Carberry, East Lothian, EH21 8PF

The property

Delightful and unique 2 bedroom cottage with quality finishes, generous living space with large windows, high ceilings and a contemporary kitchen with excellent storage, there is ample room for dining, relaxing and cooking. An electric wood burner and bespoke shelving provides interest. Utility cupboard, stylish shower room and a welcoming hallway. Upstairs the landing provides a useful study area and the principal bedroom benefits from a walk in wardrobe and en suite bathroom, a further double bedroom completes the accommodation. Externally the charming gardens provide wonderful privacy with mature planting and various areas to enjoy the tranquil sheltered space. Two private parking spaces to the front. Location Carberry is a charming and historic country estate (the site for royals from the capture of Mary Queen of Scots to visits by Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth). It is packed with delightful woodland walks and stunning views over Edinburgh, the coast and the Pentlands. It is very close to the charming conservation village of Inveresk on the outskirts of the historic Royal Burgh of Musselburgh. Musselburgh itself offers a range of local shops and restaurants and a variety of sporting and leisure amenities including golf and race courses. Regular train services from Musselburgh take approximately 8 minutes to Edinburgh Waverley Station. The shopping complex at Fort Kinnaird also provides an extensive range of retail shops and restaurants. Musselburgh provides both primary and secondary schools. Private schooling is available at Loretto in Musselburgh with many further choices available locally in Edinburgh. The proximity of the City bypass and the A1 provides fast and easy access to Edinburgh International Airport, the wonderful coastal and leisure facilities along the east coast and easy access to the rest of the country. Fixtures and Fittings The carpets, blinds and light fittings throughout are included in the sale price together with the hob, oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and the shed in the garden. The property is double glazed throughout with LPG heating and solar panels.