3 bedroom flat for sale

Description

viewing highly recommended - This is a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional ground floor flat within one of North Berwick's premier houses, Marly Knowe. The property was originally built in 1902 for Professor Sir Edward Sharpey Shafer to the design of the renowned architect, Sir Robert Lorimer. This fine Lorimer property retains many original features including superb woodwork, fireplaces and flooring. It is surrounded by quite magnificent shared garden grounds extending to 3.5 acres and the owners have the exclusive use of a terrace garden. The grounds have been beautifully landscaped and are maintained to a high standard in this unique setting offering a superb rural setting yet being within walking distance of the rail station, schools, the town centre, the golf courses and the beach. The property has been well maintained by the present owners and is accessed by the original main door of the house leading to a shared hallway and to the front door. The accommodation comprises - welcoming entrance hall having a cloakroom cupboard off and further storage, outstanding lounge/dining room with two triple windows having fine views, an original open fireplace, ceiling beams and solid wood flooring with glazed door leading to the terrace garden which has views to several elevations including a clear view of the island of Craigleith with Fife beyond. There is a fully fitted kitchen with solid wood units, tiled work surfaces and splashbacks and a Belfast sink, range Belling cooker and room for a breakfast table, spacious master bedroom with large window overlooking the gardens and open access to an outstanding en-suite predominantly tiled with Travertine tiling and a white suite comprising a bath with a shower over and a window to the side, double bedroom 2 with windows to the front, natural wood floor and feature cast iron fireplace, double bedroom 3 with a large walk in cupboard presently used as a study area and additional cupboards and a wood floor and family bathroom. There is excellent storage throughout.

Location

North Berwick is a very popular seaside resort town about 35 minutes drive east of Edinburgh. It is particularly renowned for its excellent golf courses and the property is also very convenient for the nearby courses at Muirfield and Gullane. Further sporting recreational pursuits may be found within the environs of the town. There is an excellent range of shops, restaurants and local amenities. There is also a regular rail service to and from Edinburgh from the station which is within easy walking distance of the property.

Gardens

The property is surrounded by 3.5 acres of quite magnificent garden grounds to the south, west and north which are available for the enjoyment of all proprietors. The owners have the exclusive use a terrace garden which is paved on two levels and has excellent sea views.

Parking

There is ample shared parking to the north and south of the house.

Fixtures and Fittings

All carpets and light fittings throughout the property (with the exception of the light fitting in the lounge) are included in the sale price as are the cooker, cooker hood, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The curtains, blinds and light fitting in the lounge may be available by separate negotiation.

Services

The property benefits from gas central heating from a combi boiler and has secondary glazing.

Management

The owners are members of the resident's association and pay a monthly maintenance charge which covers the maintenance of the gardens and an annual roof inspection. There is also a shared buildings insurance to which all owners subscribe.

Directions

On entering North Berwick from Edinburgh, turn right at the second set of traffic lights and follow Station Road past the Fire Station. Turn second right into Nungate Road and go straight ahead at the bend then turn right at Windygates Road. Follow the private road to the white gate post at the end then turn sharp left and drive up the hill. After going under the stone archway you can park at the front of the house. If using Satellite Navigation, approach from Windygates Road.