The Byre, 2 Drylaw Hill Steading, East Linton, EH40 3AZ

The property

Covering over 2686 square feet, this outstanding five-bedroom three bathroomsteading conversion boasts very generous accommodation and suave interior design, including a state-of-the-art dining kitchen, a south-facing garden, and a single garage. It enjoys a stylish L-shaped floorplan and an unrivalled setting amongst open countryside in the established village of East Linton, providing a luxurious and picturesque rural lifestyle for families. Enjoying instant appeal with a stone-built façade, the home's front door opens into ahandy porch with a built-in cupboard and then to a vast hall with excellent storage options. It is an impeccable welcome, providing a tantalising glimpse of the amazing interiors to follow. To the left, it flows into the generous living room, which is beautifully presented with a solid wood floor and in soft tones to heighten a tranquil ambience. French doors to the garden and a cosy log-burning stove add the finishing touches. In the dining kitchen, the space is cleverly zoned creating a formal dining area for entertaining, with the kitchen smartly arranged to accommodate a four-person breakfast peninsula for relaxed meals. The stylish design is enhanced by sophisticated cabinetry and high-spec Corian worktops. For a streamlined finish, it neatly integrates a ceramic hob, two eye-level ovens, a builtinmicrowave, and a warming drawer. Space for an American-style fridge-freezer and adishwasher is included. French doors also open onto the garden for summer soirees. Aseparate utility room provides a discreet space for laundry. At the other end of the L-shaped property, there are three double bedrooms with extensive proportions, one further boasting a built-in wardrobe and an en-suite shower room. All of the home's bedrooms are cosily carpeted and decorated with attractive modern designs. One room is currently utilised as a large home office, showcasing the versatility of the accommodation. A modern four-piece family bathroom, enveloped in classic monochrome tiling, completes the ground-floor. Upstairs, a naturally-lit landing flows to the master bedroom, which offers a very generous footprint reinforced by a builtin wardrobe and a deluxe four-piece en-suiteshower room, with additional storage and a bidet. An equally sprawling king-size bedroomfinishes the exclusive home. Gas central heating and double glazing ensure optimal comfort. Outside, the large south-facing garden captures all day sun, beautifully landscaped with a lawn, idyllic walkways, a timber bay, and a patio for alfresco dining. It also includesa barbecue hut and an area for a luxury hot tub. The Steadings are accessed by a long shared driveway and The Byre has a single garage and parking at the front of the house for two cars. Extras: All blinds and light fittings are included in the sale price, as are: two ovens, a warming drawer, hob, 4 bar stools, wine room fridge, wine racks, BBQ hut and BBQ, and a small greenhouse and wood store. The garden furniture, arbour and water feature are excluded from the price – the fridge-freezer, dishwasher, hot tub, and gazebo with curtains are available by separate negotiation.