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About
A well-presented semi-detached villa situated within the popular Midlothian town of Penicuik, an ideal commuter base into Edinburgh and further afield with its close proximity to the Edinburgh City Bypass.
The property would make a perfect family home and is close to an excellent range of local amenities within Penicuik itself and the accommodation comprises: Reception hall with excellent storage.
Living room/dining room with dual aspect. Good-sized modern fitted kitchen with appliances. Access to rear garden. Contemporary fitted bathroom with shower on ground level.
Upper landing with storage & access to attic. Two good-sized double bedrooms both with fitted wardrobes. Further bedroom with storage. Private garden to front.
Driveway to side leading to garage at rear. Extensive rear garden with decking area. Gas central heating. Double glazing.Outdoor hot water tap. Unrestricted on-street parking.
Location: Situated approximately 9 miles outside Edinburgh city centre, at the foot of the picturesque Pentland Hills, Penicuik offers a rural lifestyle with all the advantages of city living.
The town centre is home to a selection of stores and independent retailers, including the Storehouse with locally sourced foods, freshly made bread and cosy cafe.
The town also offers traditional pubs, cafes and hotel restaurants.
Supermarkets include Tesco and Lidl, while at Straiton there is Asda, Aldi and Costco, along with Ikea which are just a short drive or bus trip away.
Ideal for families, the town offers a number of play parks and is served by several primary schools and two high schools.
Residents of Penicuik are spoilt for choice when it comes to sport and fitness facilities, including Ladywood and Penicuik leisure centres, sports clubs and golf courses, as well as a wealth of outdoor activities in the surrounding countryside.
Thanks to its southerly location Penicuik allows swift and easy access to Edinburgh City Bypass, Edinburgh Airport and the M8/M9 networks.
Buses run to and from Edinburgh city centre, including express and night services, as well as to the Borders and Musselburgh. Viewing By appt tel . EPC Rating EPC rating: 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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