4 bedroom property for sale

Description

Forming part of an impressive Victorian house this superb main door lower conversion benefits from delightful extensive gardens and a driveway. The property is situated on a tranquil residential street in the popular commuter town of Penicuik which lies within easy reach of Edinburgh. The property was occupied by the well known Scottish novelist Samuel Rutherford Crockett around 1886. Internally, the property has generously proportioned accommodation over two levels and although now requiring some upgrading and modernisation it retains some charming features such as the original Parque flooring and cornicing and a wonderful drawing room with a bay window. The accommodation comprises - entrance vestibule, hall, drawing room with a bay window overlooking the gardens, sitting room with a bay window to the front, kitchen/dining room fitted with base and wall mounted units, utility room, master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, double bedroom two, double bedroom three and four are located on an upper level reached by a staircase from the rear porch (the original maid's accommodation), shower room and WC.

Location

The popular town of Penicuik lies approximately 9 miles from Edinburgh making it ideal for those who want to live close to the countryside yet require quick access to the city centre. The town centre of Penicuik has a variety of shops, leisure facilities and there is schooling from nursery to senior level. There is a large Tesco supermarket a short drive away as is the Straiton Retail Park where there are numerous retail outlet including Costco, Ikea and a Sainsbury's supermarket. The popular Glencorse Golf Course is within easy reach, and good walks are available along the River Esk public walkway which runs past the development and at the Pentland Hills Regional Park with an artificial ski slope being available at Hillend. The area is ideally situated with access to the City Bypass, the Airport and the central Scotland motorway network.

Garden

The property is set within delightful extensive gardens with with a variety of trees, shrubs, flower beds and a Victorian vegetable garden plot.

Parking

To the front of the proeprty is a driveway with parking for a number of cars.

Fixtures and Fittings

All fitted carpets, curtains, blinds, light fittings, hob, oven, extractor hood, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, three garden sheds and greenhouse are included in the sale price.

Services

The property is heated by gas central heating.