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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · EH53 0GF
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About
Light and immaculately presented, this attractive three-bedroom semi-detached home enjoys a south-facing position.
Set within a popular and growing residential development in East Calder, West Lothian, the property benefits from well-maintained gardens, an integrated garage and a driveway.
A welcoming entrance hall provides space for outerwear and gives access to a convenient WC, the staircase to the upper floor and the bright living room, which is set to the rear.
Finished with light décor and carpeted flooring, the spacious living room offers ample room for both relaxing and dining, and a useful storage cupboard.
Set off the living room, the stylish kitchen features modern fitted units, wood-effect worktops with matching upstands, and a sink with drainer.
A range of integrated appliances includes a hob, oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher, while a door provides direct access to the rear garden.
On the upper floor, the generous master bedroom is positioned to the front, enjoying a bright south-facing aspect.
The room is finished with light décor and carpeted flooring, and benefits from a built-in wardrobe and a modern en-suite shower room.
Two further well-proportioned bedrooms are set to the rear, both featuring carpeted flooring, with bedroom two also benefiting from a built-in wardrobe.
Completing the accommodation, the modern family bathroom is fitted with a three-piece suite, including a shower over the bath, tiled splash walls and wood-effect flooring.
East Calder is a small, well-established town forming part of a cluster of residential communities to the south-east of Livingston.
Popular with commuters due to its convenient access to the A71 and M8 and M9 motorways, the town provides easy travel across the central belt and a full range of local amenities.
Rail services are available, with a cycle path right outside the property connecting directly to Kirknewton Train Station.
Residents also enjoy a variety of sports and leisure opportunities, with walking and cycling routes, parks, woodlands, swimming pools, golf courses, libraries, multi-screen cinemas and sports centres all close at hand.
Located a short walk from the property, there are two primary schools, East Calder Primary & St Paul's Primary, ideal for young families.
The nearby town of Livingston, the largest in West Lothian, provides extensive shopping and leisure facilities, including The Centre and Livingston Designer Outlet, as well as a wide selection of local shops and supermarkets.
Factor Fees: FirstPort Property Services - charges not started yet (£100 deposit) Council Tax Band: D Tenure: Freehold
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