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Description 81 Old Tower Road, Smithstone, Cumbernauld, G68 9GD Key Features Spacious two-bedroom executive first-floor flat Popular Smithstone residential location Bright and generously proportioned lounge Fitted kitchen with ample storage Two double bedrooms Principal bedroom with en-suite shower room Separate family bathroom Gas central heating and double glazing Secure communal entrance Residents' parking and communal garden grounds Convenient access to Croy railway station and motorway links Set within the popular and established Smithstone area of Cumbernauld, 81 Old Tower Road is an attractive and spacious two-bedroom executive first-floor flat offering well-proportioned accommodation, secure communal entry and convenient residents' parking.
The property offers an excellent layout for modern living, with bright and comfortable rooms, generous storage and the added benefit of a principal bedroom with en-suite facilities.
Accessed via a secure communal entrance, the property opens into a welcoming reception hallway providing access to the main accommodation and useful built-in storage.
The spacious lounge offers an excellent setting for both everyday living and entertaining, with ample room for comfortable seating and dining furniture.
The room benefits from plenty of natural light, creating a bright and inviting living space.
The fitted kitchen provides a good range of wall and base-mounted units, complemented by generous worktop surfaces and space for everyday kitchen appliances.
The property offers two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both providing comfortable accommodation and flexibility for a variety of buyers.
The principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room, while the second bedroom would make an ideal guest room, additional bedroom or home office.
A separate family bathroom, fitted with a three-piece suite, completes the accommodation. Further benefits include gas central heating, double glazing and excellent storage throughout.
Externally, the property forms part of an attractive residential development with communal garden grounds and convenient parking facilities to the front and side of the building.
Smithstone is a highly regarded residential area of Cumbernauld, conveniently positioned for a wide range of local amenities, schooling and leisure facilities.
Nearby Westerwood Hotel & Spa and Dullatur Golf Club offer excellent recreational opportunities, while Cumbernauld Town Centre provides an extensive selection of shops, supermarkets and everyday services.
For commuters, Croy railway station offers regular services to Glasgow, Stirling and Edinburgh, while the nearby motorway network provides convenient access throughout Central Scotland.
With two generous double bedrooms, principal en-suite facilities, spacious living accommodation and a desirable residential setting, 81 Old Tower Road represents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers and professionals seeking a comfortable and well-appointed home.
Early viewing is highly recommended.
Accommodation Approximate Dimensions Living Room - 4.22m × 4.40m Kitchen - 3.22m × 3.12m Principal Bedroom - 4.13m × 2.97m En-Suite Shower Room - 2.22m × 1.32m Bedroom 2 - 4.13m × 2.75m Family Bathroom - 1.93m × 1.73m Entrance Hallway - 1.56m × 4.00m Total Floor Area: Approximately 68m2 (732 sq ft).
All measurements are approximate and provided for guidance only.
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