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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · IV31 6LT
Under offerListed 34 days
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About
Located in a popular residential area of Lossiemouth, 52 Macdonald Drive is a spacious and beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached house, offering generous accommodation, excellent storage and attractive front and rear gardens.
The property has undergone a number of significant improvements in recent years, including a new kitchen installed in 2021, complete replumbing, a new central heating system with Worcester boiler, new flooring throughout and the addition of a stylish downstairs shower room/WC.
The result is a comfortable, well-maintained family home that is ready to move into.
The welcoming entrance leads into the main living accommodation, with new oak internal doors throughout the ground floor, several incorporating glazed panels which allow natural light to flow between the rooms.
The bright and spacious lounge benefits from a large front-facing window, creating a naturally light and inviting room.
There is currently an Optimyst electric fire, while the fireplace was originally designed for an open fire, offering the potential to install a log-burning stove, subject to the necessary permissions and requirements.
The modern kitchen was replaced in 2021 and combines practical storage with a stylish finish.
It features solid wood worktops, gas hob and oven, integrated dishwasher and fridge freezer, providing a well-equipped space for everyday family life.
Off the kitchen is a useful rear hall/utility area, providing a practical transition between the kitchen and rear garden.
There is dedicated space for the washing machine, which is already plumbed in, together with additional space currently used for household bins.
A door separates this area from the main living accommodation and kitchen, helping keep household noise and activity separate from the principal living spaces.
The rear door provides convenient direct access to the garden. A particularly useful addition is the downstairs shower room/WC, stylishly finished and ideal for family living and visiting guests.
New flooring throughout further enhances the fresh and contemporary feel.
Upstairs are three generously proportioned double bedrooms, providing considerably more space than often associated with a three-bedroom semi-detached property.
The principal bedroom comfortably accommodates a super-king bed, while the second bedroom is a generous king-size room. The third bedroom is a good-sized double.
All three bedrooms benefit from built-in wardrobes, providing excellent storage. The accommodation is completed by a family shower room, offering a practical alternative to a traditional bathroom.
A Ramsay loft ladder provides easy access to the loft, which is partially floored and well insulated, offering useful additional storage space.
The property benefits from a driveway providing parking for two cars, together with attractive front and rear gardens.
The large front garden is primarily laid to lawn, complemented by a lovely stone pathway leading towards the house.
A covered outdoor porch/entrance area provides a sheltered approach to the property, with ceramic tiling leading to the wooden front door.
To the rear, the fully enclosed garden is primarily laid to lawn and incorporates a stone pathway and patio area, providing an ideal space for outdoor seating, entertaining and enjoying the sunshine.
The garden benefits from excellent sunlight throughout the day.
There is also a large partitioned garden shed, divided into two sections and benefiting from both electricity and lighting, making it particularly useful for storage, hobbies, a workshop or garden equipment.
The garden is further enhanced by established apple and plum trees, adding seasonal interest and providing the opportunity to enjoy home-grown fruit.
Electricity Supply: Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks Water Supply: Scottish Water Sewerage: Scottish Water Broadband / Mobile Coverage: Limited 3G, 4G and 5G.
By appointment through McEwan Fraser Legal on Moray McEwan Fraser Legal are open 7 days a week: 8am - Midnight Monday to Friday & 9am - 10pm Saturday & Sunday to book your viewing appointment.
Value & comps
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