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The Property Welcome to 12 Matthews Drive, a rarely available, superb Four Bedroom Detached Villa with Three Public Rooms, a Single Integral Garage, large driveway with a private front garden and a south facing landscaped rear garden, well positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac forming part of a highly regarded modern development in the popular Midlothian town of Newtongrange.
Enjoying a unique leafy green and quiet position the location offers an ideal position for the commuter to Edinburgh City Centre, with Newtongrange Railway Station located just a few minutes from the property, easy access to the city bypass road links and excellent local amenities.
The well proportioned characterful accommodation boasts spacious and flexible living space with stylish, immaculate move-in presentation comprising : Entrance Hallway with an under-stair storage cupboard, a bright and airy Lounge, a formal Dining Room or Playroom, a Study, a Contemporary Kitchen/Dining and a Cloakroom/WC completes the ground floor.
The First Floor comprises a Principal Bedroom with an En-Suite, two further generously sized Double Bedrooms both offering fitted wardrobe storage, a Single Bedroom currently utilised as a Home Office and the stunning Three-Piece Family Bathroom completes the accommodation.
Throughout the property there are many bespoke features to appreciate, the spacious and elegant Lounge is set to the front with a three-window bay overlooking the garden and a side window creating an abundance of natural light with an attractive fireplace as a focal point and bespoke wall lights, with ample space for relaxation.
The Playroom is set to the rear with French Doors set in a window formation with a south facing aspect and access to the paved patio and garden. The Playroom could be utilised as a formal dining room.
The stunning contemporary Kitchen/Dining comprises an excellent range of base and wall cabinets with complementary surfaces featuring under cabinet lighting and a breakfasting bar with stylish bespoke lighting.
Integrated appliances include an induction hob with an extractor canopy, double electric ovens, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
There is space for a free standing ''American'' style fridge/freezer, a wine cooler and a half-glazed door provides access to the paved patio and rear garden.
The Study overlooks the front garden creating an ideal space for a home worker.
The carpeted staircase enjoys natural light with a half-way feature window leading to the galleried landing with a convenient storage cupboard.
The Principal Bedroom offers two windows set to the front with an impressive large fitted wardrobe with three double doors creating excellent storage options.
The stunning En-Suite comprises a shower compartment with a thermostatic ''rail-fall'' shower, a glazed door, ''wet'' wall panel surrounds, a WC and a wash hand bowl set in a vanity cabinet with storage and a heated towel rail adds the finishing touch to this luxury suite.
Bedrooms Two and Three are both set to the rear offering generous proportions with double fitted wardrobes and the Fourth Bedroom provides ample scope for free standing furniture.
The stunning Three-Piece Family Bathroom comprises a bath incorporating a thermostatic ''rain-fall'' shower with a glazed screen, WC, a wash hand basin set in a vanity cabinet with storage, a tall heated towel rail and attractive ''wet'' wall panel surrounds add the finishing touch.
Externally there is much to appreciate with a Single Garage, an extensive driveway and a private well maintained private front garden laid to lawn with mature shrubs and plants.
The south facing, enclosed child friendly rear garden offers a large outdoor space in a secluded spot with a paved patio, a large area laid to lawn with a decked terrace and canopy ideally positioned to enjoy the evening sunshine for al-fresco dining and entertaining.
A gate provides access to the side and front of the property and there is also internal access from the Garage to the rear garden.
Further benefits include Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing with the Kitchen, Bathroom, Cloakroom and En-Suite of highest quality with attractive finishing.
This comfortable, stunning Family Home offers a unique opportunity for a growing family to enjoy a truly fantastic flexible living space, with early viewing highly recommended to fully appreciate all on offer in a secluded and quiet location.
Location Situated within the popular Midlothian town of Newtongrange, which lies 10 miles south of Edinburgh, within easy commuting distance and offering the perfect balance between city and rural life.
The property is well positioned in a leafy green quiet cul-de-sac offering easy walking distance to the town centre where you can take advantage of a range of shops and services including a Supermarket, Library, Gym, Postal Services and a Vet's practice.
Ideally situated to access Newtongrange Rail Station within a few minutes, and a Tesco Supermarket at nearby Hardengreen.
Perfectly positioned to access more extensive shopping with the retail parks at Straiton, Fort Kinnaird and Cameron Toll nearby.
Newtongrange also offers easy access to a range of recreational and leisure opportunities in the area with a choice of excellent bars, restaurants, cafés and is perfectly placed to enjoy all nature has to offer with Vogrie Country Park, Dalkieth Country Park with Restoration Yard, and a choice of golf courses all within easy reach.
The surrounding area offers delightful cycle routes and walkways with the benefit of also being well placed to access the East Lothian coastline with beautiful beaches and vast choice of golf courses.
An efficient public transport network operates throughout Midlothian and further afield and the city by-pass provides easy access to the surrounding areas of Edinburgh and other motorway networks linking Edinburgh Airport, the Forth Road Bridges, East Lothian and beyond.
Access to the A7 is nearby providing a link to the Scottish Borders.
Train services can be accessed at nearby Newtongrange Station which offers a park and ride service with a 20 minute journey time to Edinburgh City Centre.
Schooling is well represented from nursery to senior level.
A perfect quiet location with access to extensive local amenities, lovely green outdoor spaces and easy transport links offering ideal family living.
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