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Description A charming and generously proportioned two-bedroom ground-floor flat, set within a traditional building in a highly convenient and popular location, offering an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a property with genuine character and considerable potential for modernisation.
While the property would benefit from a degree of upgrading and modernisation, it provides an excellent foundation from which to create a stylish and comfortable home tailored to individual tastes and requirements.
The generous room proportions, traditional features and practical layout combine to offer considerable scope for enhancement, making this an appealing proposition for first-time buyers, downsizers, investors or those looking for a project with strong future potential.
The property retains much of its original character and charm, complemented by bright and spacious accommodation throughout.
A particularly welcoming feature is the impressive reception hallway, which provides an attractive introduction to the home and leads to the principal accommodation.
Access is gained via a well-maintained shared entrance, benefiting from a security-controlled entry system, providing both convenience and peace of mind.
On entering the property, the immediately impressive reception hallway creates a strong first impression, with a spacious internal layout providing excellent circulation between the accommodation.
The formal lounge is a bright and attractive principal reception space, benefiting from a traditional bay window formation to the front which allows natural light to flood into the room while adding to the property's period appeal.
The generous proportions provide ample flexibility for a variety of furniture configurations, creating an ideal space for relaxing, entertaining or everyday family life.
The kitchen is fitted with a good range of wall and floor-mounted units, providing ample cupboard and preparation space.
Although the property would benefit from modernisation, the existing kitchen offers a practical base and scope for future enhancement to suit modern tastes and requirements.
There are two well-proportioned bedrooms, both offering excellent flexibility for a variety of uses.
The principal bedroom provides generous space for a range of bedroom furniture, while the second bedroom could comfortably accommodate a bed and additional furniture or alternatively provide an ideal home office, guest room or hobby space depending on individual needs.
Completing the accommodation is a three-piece bathroom suite, together with a spacious internal hallway which offers particularly useful additional space and includes ample room for a dining area.
This versatile area could be adapted to create a dedicated dining zone, home working space or additional storage, subject to the buyer's requirements.
Further benefits include gas central heating and double-glazed window units throughout, helping to provide a comfortable environment throughout the seasons.
Externally, the property benefits from access to mature rear gardens.
The gardens provide a pleasant outdoor setting and an attractive extension of the accommodation, offering a peaceful space for relaxing outdoors, gardening or entertaining during the warmer months.
Location The property is situated on Portland Place, enjoying a highly central and convenient position with excellent access to a broad range of everyday amenities and facilities within Hamilton town centre.
A variety of supermarkets, independent retailers, local shops and essential services are all readily accessible, making the location particularly appealing for those looking for convenience on their doorstep.
For leisure and recreation, the nearby Hamilton Palace sports facility provides an excellent range of facilities and activities.
For commuters, Hamilton train station is approximately a five-minute walk from the property, providing convenient rail connections and making the location particularly attractive to those travelling for work or leisure.
Families are well served by established primary and secondary schooling within the surrounding area, while the property's central position also provides straightforward access to a variety of local amenities and transport links.
For those travelling by road, there is ready access to the M74 motorway network, providing excellent connections towards Glasgow, Edinburgh and the wider Central Belt, as well as destinations further afield.
Tenure: Freehold
Value & comps
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