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About
Located in Bo’ness with delightful views across the Firth of Forth and with shared access to a south-facing garden, this two-bedroom duplex flat promises an appealing home within 30 minutes commute of Edinburgh, ideal for professionals, first time buyers or rental investors.
This immaculately presented property with no onward chain boasts fresh, bright interiors including a spacious living room, breakfasting kitchen, two double sized bedrooms and four-piece family bathroom.
A communal staircase provides access to this first floor duplex flat.
The main entrance door swings open into a welcoming vestibule followed by an internal hallway with access to the first-floor rooms and under stair storage.
Positioned to the front of the property is the well-proportioned living room, brightly lit by a large window the room boasts crisp white décor paired with cosy carpet providing space to relax with comfortable lounge furniture.
Across the hallway is the south facing kitchen with space for sociable seating.
This sunny kitchen is fitted with a range of painted cabinets framed by ample work top space, integrated electric oven, hob, space for a freestanding washing machine and fridge/freezer and there is space for a breakfast table and chairs.
On the second floor, a landing offers access to two double bedrooms.
The principal bedroom is positioned to the front of the property and enjoys spectacular estuary views through the two Velux windows, the room is a good-sized double bedroom with space for a bed, bedside and vanity furniture, it benefits from built in wardrobes with mirrored sliding doors.
The second bedroom enjoys a favorably south facing aspect and supplemented by fitted carpeting and a built-in wardrobe.
Finally, a bright and airy bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle with thermostatic shower, toilet, and sink. Gas central heating ensures year-round comfort and efficiency.
Externally there is access to a South facing communal garden. One allocated parking space and unrestricted on street parking available.
PROPERTY FACTS Home Report Valuation £140,000 EPC rating: C Council Tax band: B Central Heating: Gas central heating Single and double glazing Included in sale: All floor coverings, light fittings, blinds, and integrated kitchen appliances,
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