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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · EH38 5YS
For saleListed 158 days
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About
Dating back to the 19th Century, Garden Cottage is a charming 3 bedroom cottage situated on the edge of the Crookston Estate close to the Moorfoot Hills.
Providing flexible living over two principal floors the property boasts modern interiors with green space and light in abundance.
The cottage sits within large wraparound gardens laid mostly to lawn with a selection of seating area's placed to enjoy the sun all day, including a greenhouse and summerhouse.
A large gravelled parking area to the front of the house provides ample parking and includes a timber garage & shed for outdoor storage.
Garden Cottage opens from a welcoming vestibule into a lounge with dining area and garden room to the right side, to the left side is a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and central island.
Completing the ground floor is a useful utility room, and the immaculate bathroom with shower over bath.
The first floor houses two generous double bedrooms and a further single bedroom currently utilised as a study/home office.
A truly special offering, Garden Cottage offers purchasers the opportunity to acquire a charming and idyllic property in a peaceful rural setting Summary of Accommodation: Ground Floor - Vestibule, Lounge/Dining, Garden Room, Kitchen, Hallway, Bathroom and Utility Room.
First Floor - Two Double Bedrooms, Single Bedroom/Study Externally the property benefits from ample driveway parking and wraparound manicured gardens.
EPC: E Council Tax Band: D Tenure: Freehold Viewing by appointment via Rettie Borders. EPC Rating: E Council Tax Band: D
Value & comps
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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