13 Craiglockhart Quadrant, Edinburgh, EH14 1HD
Offers Over £495,000 | 3 Bed Bungalow - Detached with 1 Reception Room
Ref: E500673
Description
An opportunity has arisen to purchase a charming, detached bungalow located in the popular and convenient area of Craiglockhart some two-and-a-half miles to the south-west of the historical and business centre of Edinburgh. Within the area there is a variety of excellent local facilities including fashionable bars, bistros, restaurants and coffee houses, and further facilities can be found at Craiglockhart Valley and Colinton village. There are further outlets at Bruntsfield, Morningside and Colinton Mains, and excellent buses serve this area leading into the city centre and other parts of the town, whilst Slateford train station is a short distance away with connections by train to Glasgow. The property is also convenient for schooling at nursery, primary and secondary levels including State and independent schools and Firhill Secondary School, George Watsons College and Merchiston Castle School are all within easy reach as is the branch of Napier University situated close by. For sports facilities Craiglockhart Leisure Centre offers a gymnasium, a squash court, multi-purpose sports hall and indoor and outdoor tennis courts, and in addition Meggetland Sports Complex is within easy reach offering sports pitches, a cafe and bar facilities. For outdoor pursuits extensive walks and cycling can be enjoyed along the Water of Leith Walkway and the Union Canal Walkway and the house is also well situated for access to Blackford, Craiglockhart and Braid Hills, whilst the golf course at the Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Course is a short distance away. Travelling in a westerly direct, access can be gained with ease to the Gyle Shopping and Business Centre and from there to join the motorway network, the M8 to Glasgow, the M9 to Stirling and to the Edinburgh City Bypass. Access can also be gained from there to Edinburgh International Airport and Queensferry Crossing. This delightful bungalow is in its original layout and the traditional accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall opening on to all the main apartments. The property offers a spacious lounge, three bedrooms and a well-appointed kitchen, a separate utility room and a bathroom with three piece suite and shower. There is a run-in at the side of the property and a car port beyond. The front garden is well landscaped and set out with attractive colourful shrubs and bushes whilst the rear garden is spacious and well designed with a patio area leading to a good-sized lawn with surrounding mature borders with bushes, shrubs and trees and a glasshouse and garden shed are included in the sale. To appreciate the excellent location of this property and the accommodation it offers as an attractive and comfortable family home set in lovely landscaped gardens early viewing is recommended.
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Entrance Vestibule
An outer solid door with a half-moon glazed area opens into the inner reception hall. -
Lounge
A well-proportioned and comfortable living room with large windows facing the front, and the focal point is the fitted gas fire with stone effect surround and there is also a recess with shelving with a cupboard below. Fitted carpet, curtains, ceiling light fitting, picture rail, radiator. -
Kitchen
Quietly located at the rear of the property the kitchen is well presented and has ample wall and base units, sink unit and drainer and integrated oven and hob included in the sale. Window overlooking the rear garden, vinyl floor covering, wall cupboard annexed. -
Bedroom 1
Located at the front with picture window facing Craiglockhart Quadrant. A spacious double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a further recess with cupboard below. Ample power points, fitted carpet, curtains and ceiling light. -
Bedroom 2
Quietly situated at the rear of the property with view over the rear garden. Radiator, power points, carpet and curtains and ceiling light included. -
Utility Room
This is a useful area with stainless steel sink unit and drainer, door to the garden and the room also has a window and storage units. The washing machine is included in the sale (no guarantee is given as to its future condition). -
Bathroom
With window to the side of the property the bathroom comprises a bath, shower in shower compartment, wash hand basin and WC and the walls have been tiled for ease of maintenance. Radiator, vinyl floor covering, glazed window to the side, bathroom cabinet included in the sale. -
Inner Reception Hall
A welcoming entrance to this fine family home with an astragal glass door opening on to the good-sized hall which has storage cupboards annexed and access to the main apartments. There is a central heating radiator in this area, power sockets and fitted carpet. -
Bedroom 3/Dining Room
Located at the rear of the property with patio doors opening on to patio area leading to the rear garden. This room is also used as a dining room, fitted carpet, curtains and radiator. -
Car Port
There is a carport to the side of the property and space for parking in front. -
Gardens
The front garden is well laid out with mature shrubs, bushes and plants with the steps up to the property dividing two areas. The rear garden is spacious and well designed and comprises a patio area adjacent to the property leading up to the large lawn which has the benefit of attractive borders surrounding it. Mature bushes, trees, shrubs and flowers provide interest and colour at all times of the year. Included in the sale is a garden shed, a greenhouse and a garden store which is brick built and is attached to the rear of the property and is available for storage. -
Services
The property has the benefit of gas central heating. There is potential to increase the accommodation (subject to all necessary Planning Permissions and Consents).
Viewing times
Tel: 0131 253 2201
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Marketed by
M J Brown Son & Co
Dean Bank Lodge, 10 Dean Bank Lane, Edinburgh, EH3 5BS
Tel: 0131 253 2201
Fax: 0131 332 4600