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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · EH39 5LZ
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About
Forming part of a modern development, 15 Douglas Marches is a superb, beautifully presented 4 bedroom detached house peacefully situated in the highly desirable seaside town of North Berwick, close to the excellent primary and secondary schools and within easy walking distance of the sports centre, railway station, town centre and beaches.
The property offers contemporary family accommodation, in excellent order throughout, with an appealing and versatile layout and the additional benefit of a delightful, well established south facing rear garden, an integral double garage and driveway parking.
The generously proportioned accommodation comprises of an entrance vestibule opening to a welcoming hall with excellent storage; spacious sitting room overlooking the front; bright kitchen/dining room/family room fitted with a good range of units and integrated appliances and French doors opening to the rear garden; a utility room providing access to the double garage; and a WC cloakroom.
A carpeted staircase leads to the first floor comprising of a principal bedroom with built in wardrobes, a separate dressing room and an en-suite shower room; double bedroom two, also with a built in wardrobes and en-suite shower room; two further double bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes; and a family bathroom with separate shower.
The Local Area The beautiful East Lothian seaside town of North Berwick is a highly desirable location.
Just twenty five miles from Edinburgh the town is popular with commuters working in the city, and the regular train service which is within walking distance of the property allows for convenient travel back and forth to Edinburgh.
The town boasts spectacular beaches and renowned golf courses alongside independent boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops.
There are exceptional leisure amenities on offer including a tennis club; yacht club; rugby and football clubs; putting greens; and a sports centre with gym, fitness classes, and a swimming pool.
The newly renovated Marine Hotel is home to a luxurious health club and spa as well as fine dining choices.
The bustling High Street offers a variety of amenities with a butcher, post office, chemist, and Co-op; and an Aldi and Tesco are located on the East side of the town.
Reputable local primary and secondary schooling including North Berwick High School are within walking distance.
There is private schooling at Compass in Haddington, Belhaven Hill in Dunbar, and Loretto in Musselburgh. Edinburgh schooling options are easily accessed.
Extras All fitted carpets, fitted floor coverings, blinds, curtains, light fittings, the gas hob, double oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and the summer house which has an electrical supply are included in the sale price.
The washing machine and tumble dryer are excluded from the sale. The development is factored and maintained by Ross and Liddell, annual factoring costs are approximately £160.
There are also fees for the care of the communal grounds payable to Scottish Woodlands which are approximately £70 per annum.
Value & comps
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