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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · EH42 1QZ
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Stylish four-bedroom detached home with versatile living space and mature gardens.
17 Bruntsfield Crescent is a well presented and thoughtfully extended four-bedroom detached family home, set within a quiet and highly regarded residential development in Dunbar.
The property is entered via a spacious and welcoming hallway, complete with a handy WC and useful under-stair storage.
To the right, the generous sitting room is filled with natural light thanks to its dual aspect, with windows to the front and sliding doors opening directly onto the rear garden.
A wood-burning stove creates a warm and inviting focal point, making this a wonderful space to relax. To the rear, the extended kitchen and dining room is undoubtedly the heart of the home.
Designed with both family life and entertaining in mind, the space features a landscape picture window, a modern shaker-style kitchen with a range of quality appliances, breakfast bar seating and a cleverly designed built-in corner dining bench.
Off the kitchen, a newly completed utility room provides excellent additional storage and appliance space, along with direct access to the garden.
A further sitting or family room offers excellent flexibility and is enhanced by cleverly designed wood-panelled doors which, when closed, blend seamlessly into the wall to create a hidden door effect.
This adaptable room could equally serve as an additional bedroom, playroom or home office if required.
Upstairs, the landing benefits from a useful linen cupboard and access to a partially floored attic via hatch and ladder.
The principal bedroom is a bright and comfortable space overlooking the rear garden and benefits from an en-suite shower room.
There are three further bedrooms, with bedrooms two and three both enjoying built-in storage. A well-appointed family bathroom completes the internal accommodation.
Externally, the gardens are well arranged and designed for both enjoyment and practicality.
The rear garden features a mix of decked and patio areas, lawn, raised beds and mature planting, including apple trees, creating a peaceful and established setting.
A summer house and outdoor power supply further enhance the space, while a covered log store sits neatly to the side of the property.
To the front is a smaller, well-kept garden, while to the side a substantial gated driveway provides parking for up to four vehicles and leads to a detached double garage.
A spacious and versatile detached family home with beautifully extended living space, mature gardens and excellent parking, all set within a peaceful and popular Dunbar location.
Location Historic Dunbar, which is surrounded by fantastic scenery, is a vibrant thriving town with a real sense of community.
There is a bustling high street with an excellent selection of independent and artisan shops, restaurants and galleries with the convenience of a large supermarket on the outskirts.
There are excellent schools in the area. Private schooling is also available at Compass in Haddington, Belhaven Hill in Dunbar, Loretto in Musselburgh with further choices available in Edinburgh.
The two colourful working harbours beneath the ruined castle are the hub of the town and the Harbour Trust is an active part of local life.
The Dunbar Battery has recently been spectacularly restored to create a unique open-air venue with an amphitheatre and a coastal garden.
There is also a leisure centre with a swimming pool and a newly opened platinum fitness centre, two golf courses, beautiful sandy beaches, spectacular cliff top walks and the John Muir Country Park.
The town is also home to Coast to Coast, Scotland’s largest surfing school.
The convenience of easy access to Edinburgh City Centre by train (25 minutes) or via a regular bus service and access to the A1 and City Bypass is easy and straightforward, which combined with accessibility to Newcastle and the South by train or car adds to the appeal of this sought-after town.
Fixtures and Fittings All fitted floor coverings, blinds, light fittings, integrated hob, ovens, extractor hood, fridge/freezer, and freestanding washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, and chest freezer and fridge/freezer within the garage, are included in the sale price.
The development is factored by Trinity factors with costs being approximately £30 per quarter. Viewing Details By appointment contact Simpson & Marwick
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