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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · EH53 0TU
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Fixed price at Home Report value Beautifully presented throughout, this exceptional five-bedroom detached villa on Blair Road in East Calder offers an outstanding opportunity for modern family living in a highly sought-after residential location.
The accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hallway leading to a bright and spacious living room, ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests.
To the rear, the impressive open plan kitchen and dining area forms the heart of the home, featuring a stylish contemporary kitchen with ample worktop space, a range of floor and wall mounted units, integrated appliances and generous dining space with direct access to the garden.
A separate utility room provides additional storage and laundry facilities, while a convenient ground floor WC enhances everyday practicality.
Upstairs, the generous principal bedroom benefits from a modern en-suite shower room.
Bedrooms two and three are connected by a stylish Jack and Jill en-suite, making them ideal for family living, while two further well-proportioned bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, children or home working.
A contemporary family bathroom, with shower over bath, completes the upper accommodation.
Externally, the property continues to impress with an extended driveway providing ample off-street parking, in addition to a garage for further storage or vehicle space.
The beautifully landscaped rear garden has been carefully designed to create a fantastic outdoor retreat, featuring a shed, charming summerhouse and pavilion, offering a variety of spaces for relaxing, entertaining and enjoying outdoor living throughout the year.
• Five bedroom detached house over two levels • Move in condition • Extended driveway and garage • Professionally landscaped rear garden with summerhouse • Open plan kitchen/dining, with direct access to private rear garden • Separate utility room, complete with pantry • Primary bedroom with en-suite • Further Jack and Jill en-suite for bedrooms two and three • Electric car charging point Fees payable to factor, Calderwood, approx.
£325 per year. Energy Rating B, Council Tax Band G.
Value & comps
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About 37 Blair Road, Calderwood, East Calder, Livingston, EH53 0TU
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