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Offered to the market at what Clyde Property consider to be a competitive asking price, this deceptively spacious mid-terraced villa presents an exceptional opportunity for families, first-time buyers or those seeking a home with excellent flexibility and scope for future enhancement.
The generously proportioned accommodation is arranged over two levels and offers a versatile layout that can easily adapt to modern family living.
There is excellent potential to create a home office, additional public room, or, subject to the necessary consents, convert the integral garage into, perhaps, further living accommodation or a ground floor bedroom.
The accommodation comprises an entrance vestibule leading into a welcoming reception hallway with staircase to the upper floor and useful storage.
A separate WC cloakroom is conveniently located off too.
To the rear, the spacious lounge enjoys pleasant garden aspects and flows through to a well-appointed breakfasting kitchen, which is fitted with a comprehensive range of floor and wall mounted units, ample worktop space, stainless steel sink with mixer tap and electric cooker.
Also accessed from the hallway is a compact rear hall / sun area, offering, perhaps another area for sitting, complete with two storage cupboards off and direct access into the integral garage.
This versatile space provides excellent flexibility for a variety of uses The upper floor offers four well-proportioned bedrooms together with a family bathroom featuring a three-piece white suite incorporating WC, wash hand basin and panelled bath with mixer shower attachment.
One of the principal bedrooms features an attractive bay window overlooking the rear garden together with a fireplace, offering buyers flexibility to utilise the room as either a substantial bedroom or an additional reception room on the first floor level, if so desired Further benefits include gas central heating, double glazing throughout, enclosed front garden with driveway providing off-street parking for two vehicles, and a generous rear garden which is predominantly laid to lawn with paved pathways, patio area, mature planting and timber fencing providing a good degree of privacy Properties of this size and flexibility are rarely available at such an attractive price point.
While the property would benefit from a mild programme of modernisation and cosmetic upgrading, it offers tremendous potential to create a superb family home in one of Helensburgh’s most established residential locations.
Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space, flexibility and outstanding potential on offer.
Location: Edward Drive enjoys a convenient position within the highly desirable coastal town of Helensburgh, one of Argyll and Bute’s most sought-after residential locations.
Renowned for its attractive Victorian architecture, picturesque waterfront and outstanding quality of life, Helensburgh offers an excellent balance between town and country living.
Families are particularly well served by an excellent selection of highly regarded primary and secondary schools, including Hermitage Academy, together with a number of independent educational facilities nearby.
The town centre provides an extensive range of amenities including supermarkets, independent boutiques, cafés, delicatessens, banks and healthcare services.
A superb selection of restaurants, traditional pubs, coffee shops and leisure facilities cater for every taste, creating a vibrant community atmosphere throughout the year.
For commuters, Helensburgh benefits from exceptional transport connections.
Regular rail services from both Helensburgh Central and Helensburgh Upper provide direct links to Glasgow, Edinburgh and beyond, while the nearby A814 and A82 offer convenient road access to Glasgow City Centre, Glasgow Airport, Loch Lomond and the wider motorway network.
Outdoor enthusiasts are exceptionally well catered for, with the stunning shores of the River Clyde only moments away, offering sailing, paddle boarding and waterfront walks.
The world-famous Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is within easy reach, providing spectacular scenery, walking trails, cycling routes and water sports.
The surrounding Argyll countryside and the beautiful landscapes of Argyll and Bute offer endless opportunities for exploring picturesque villages, beaches, forests and mountains.
Combining outstanding local amenities, excellent schooling, superb transport links and breathtaking natural surroundings, Helensburgh continues to be one of Scotland’s most desirable places to call home.
EPC Rating: D
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