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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · EH39 5BZ
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West Pines is a superb detached house in a highly sought after address, which has been reconfigured, extended and upgraded to an exacting standard to create a stunning home with a flexible layout ideal for modern living.
On entering the house the quality of finish is immediately evident in the broad reception hall, which has engineered oak flooring, traditional style radiators and a broad staircase flooded with natural light from a large window on the upper half landing.
Off the reception hall is the impressive triple aspect living room with an elegant central fireplace with open fire, a bay window and lovely views over the garden.
Double doors lead from the reception hall to the outstanding kitchen/dining room with high quality floor and wall mounted units, a large range style oven with gas hob, a large central island with a breakfast bar area, a dining area in the newly constructed bay window and double doors to a raised deck area and the rear garden beyond.
Off the kitchen/dining room is a useful and well equipped utility room with separate access to the garden.
Also accessed from the kitchen/dining room is a more informal sitting room with a door leading to a large bedroom suite with double doors to the garden, a walk in dressing room and a stylish en suite shower room with under floor heating.
This extended wing of the house could be used as a self contained annexe. To the rear of the house is large sunroom, which provides further living space or the potential for a more formal dining room.
Accessed from the reception hall is a useful downstairs WC/shower room.
On the first floor there is a wonderful dual aspect master bedroom suite with a walk-in wardrobe and a large en suite shower room with underfloor heating.
There are two further spacious double bedrooms served by a generous family bathroom with separate shower.
Features: New gas central heating system Fully rewired and new plumbing Underfloor heating in the bathrooms Double glazing throughout Quality fixtures and fittings Outside A real feature of the property are the wonderful gardens and grounds of approximately 0.5 acres with sweeping lawns, well-established beds providing colour throughout the year and mature trees and shrubs providing excellent privacy.
West Pines is set well back from the street with a sweeping gravel driveway leading to the front of the house where there is ample parking.
There is planning permission for a summer house / and a garden shed. See planning application 25/01390/P on the East Lothian Planning Portal.
Location The beautiful East Lothian seaside town of North Berwick is a highly sought after location.
Just twenty five miles from Edinburgh the town is popular with commuters working in the city, and the regular train service from North Berwick to Edinburgh allows for convenient travel back and forth.
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.
North Berwick's vibrant community spirit is showcased through various events and festivals held throughout the year.
The Fringe by the Sea festival, held annually in August, features a diverse range of music, comedy, and arts performances, attracting both locals and visitors.
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 light fittings, fitted flooring and white goods are included in the sale price. Conservation Area West Pines is not listed but falls within the North Berwick Conservation area.
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