Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 5 - Bathrooms: 2

Agent: Coulters - Edinburgh Phone: 0131 268 9619

This wonderful detached home occupies an enviable position and considerable plot within a peaceful residential neighbourhood in the desirable village of Balerno. The property has been maintained to an excellent standard and has been extended to form a spacious family home with a highly versatile layout. <br/><br/>The ground floor features: a well-proportioned living room with gas fire and surround; family room, also with gas fire and patio doors that offer direct access out to the garden; well-designed fitted kitchen diner with ample worktop and cupboard space;and a particular large utility room which offers a through between the front and rear gardens. Bedroom 5, currently used as a study, and a handy WC are also located on the ground floor.<br/><br/>Upstairs, there are four well-proportioned double bedrooms (one with large en suite shower room)and a family bathroom. Access to the partially floored loft space is available via a Ramsay ladder off the landing.<br/><br/>The lovely rear garden is beautifully kept with neat lawn, mature borders, greenhouse, sunny summerhouse and patio. There is also a front garden which is home to a beautiful cherry blossom tree, a gravel driveway capable of accommodating multiple vehicles and a garage with light, power and manual up and over door.<br/><br/>Gas central heating and double glazing have been fitted throughout.<br/><br/>Location<br/><br/>Nestled between the Pentland Hills and Water of Leith, the exclusive village of Balerno enjoys a feel of semi-rural charm, with easy access to city attractions. Surrounded by lush woodlands, and with rivers and reservoirs on your doorstep, it is hard to believe that Edinburgh city centre is only seven miles away. The area caters for everyday needs with services including shops, restaurants, traditional pubs, a library, and the regular Balerno Farmers' Market offers local, fresh produce. Balerno is renowned for its top-ranking primary, Dean Park Primary, and secondary schooling at Balerno Community High School, and private education is a short drive away. The area enjoys superb recreational and sports facilities including Midlothian Snowsports Centre, Currie Rugby and Football Club, Balerno Tennis Club, horse riding at the Pentland Hills Trekking Centre, and nearby Dalmahoy Golf and Country Club with a luxury spa.<br/><br/>Extras<br/><br/>All blinds, curtains, light fittings (excluding the sitting room lampshade), fitted flooring and white goods (excluding washing machine) are included in the sale price.