Westland Lodge, West Linton, Peeblesshire, EH46 7AA

The property

Westlands is a bright and spacious, four-bedroom, detached bungalow that occupies a generous plot in the picturesque village of West Linton. Positioned near open countryside and the Pentland Hills, the home offers a highly sought-after semi-rural lifestyle and a convenient setting, within commuting distance of Edinburgh and Glasgow. The property further boasts two reception areas, a breakfasting kitchen/dining room, and two bathrooms. In addition, it provides private parking for several vehicles and large wraparound gardens. Altogether, it is an outstanding home for families. Inside Westlands, you are greeted by a vestibule and a hall with a built-in cupboard and a reception area. It offers a warm welcome before heading into the living room on the right. This reception space, enhanced by crisp neutral decor, is well-proportioned for comfy lounge furniture. It also has a focal-point fireplace and a bay window that brings lots of natural light into the room. Sliding doors lead from here into the sunroom, which has garden access and a bright, southwest-facing aspect. Meanwhile, the breakfasting kitchen/dining room is at the end of the hall, enjoying a generous footprint. It is fitted with a well- appointed range of timber-toned cabinets and ample worksurface space; plus, it has a breakfast bar for casual meals and a defined area for a table and chairs - perfect for lively dinner parties. An electric hob and oven come integrated, alongside a tall freestanding fridge and a dishwasher. Located throughout the home, the four bedrooms provide a comfortable setting for a peaceful night's sleep. The principal and second bedrooms are both king-size rooms with dual-aspect windows, whereas bedrooms three and four are versatile spaces; the former (with storage) is also ideal as an office and the latter as a formal dining room. In addition, the principal bedroom has the added luxury of a large en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a five-piece suite, including a double-ended bathtub, a shower cubicle, a storage-set washbasin, a toilet, a bidet, and two towel radiators. The rest of the home is served by a family shower room, equipped with a three-piece suite. The property has oil central heating and double-glazed windows for year-round comfort. Externally, there are generous wraparound gardens, fringed by mature trees. Neatly kept and predominantly laid to lawn, they provide an idyllic haven for families - especially with the sweeping front garden and southeast-facing rear garden which captures warm sun throughout the day. Furthermore, there is a large front driveway for multiple vehicles, as well as an integral double garage that affords convenient access to and from the kitchen. Extras: all fitted floor and window coverings, light fittings, integrated appliances, a tall fridge, a dishwasher, and two garden sheds to be included in the sale. F. West Linton Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty at the foot of the Pentland Hills, West Linton offers the best of rustic country living within easy reach of Edinburgh. Surrounded by rural farmlands and rolling countryside this picturesque village lies only 17 miles from the heart of the capital. It benefits from excellent local amenities including shops, a health centre, a pharmacy, a post office and The Old Bakehouse restaurant, and has a state-of-the-art primary school, with secondary schooling in Peebles. For more extensive shopping, Peebles and Edinburgh are both within easy reach. The area also enjoys fantastic social activities including a writer's group, West Linton Tennis Club and the West Linton Horticultural Society. There are various outdoor activities on offer, including; breath-taking country walks (from beginners to advanced), cycling paths over the hills and through the woods, horse-riding at the Kailzie Equestrian Centre, and fishing at the Macbiehill Estate and Leadburn Manor Fly Fishing Centre. The Don Coyote Outdoor Centre at Lamancha is an action-packed adventure centre providing activities including shooting and archery, amongst the beautiful scenery of the Scottish Borders. For the golf enthusiast, the surrounding area has a good selection of courses, including the West Linton Golf Club on your doorstep. The village is conveniently situated on the A702, providing easy access to the City Bypass and wider central road network for commuting.