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See how verdicts work5-bedroom bungalow · EH34 5BJ
For saleListed 20 days
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About
Set within the attractive rural surroundings of Pencaitland, 42 Boggs Holdings is a well presented detached bungalow conveniently located for access to the surrounding East Lothian countryside, excellent local amenities and Edinburgh.
The property offers bright and flexible family accommodation with the additional benefit of generous private gardens and ample driveway parking.
The well proportioned accommodation, arranged over one level, comprises a welcoming vestibule leading into a central hallway; a bright and spacious sitting/dining room with ample space for both comfortable seating and dining, together with access to the garden; and a kitchen/breakfast room fitted with a good range of units and appliances, providing excellent space for everyday family living.
The principal bedroom benefits from a Jack and Jill en-suite bathroom, with four further bedrooms and a study providing flexibility for family, guests or home working.
A separate modern shower room and useful utility room complete the main accommodation.
The property is further complemented by a detached double garage and a substantial outbuilding, providing excellent additional space and flexibility.
A large office offers a dedicated home-working environment, while a second office, WC and store provide further useful space for a range of purposes.
The outbuilding and detached double garage are currently held on a separate title and will be combined with the main property upon sale.
The Local Area Pencaitland is a desirable rural village set in the wooded countryside of East Lothian close to Haddington and Gifford.
The village has a local shop, post office, a pub/restaurant, cafe and there are a range of beautiful countryside walks in the area.
There is a popular village nursery and primary school and secondary schooling is available at nearby Haddington or Tranent with private schooling also available in Haddington and Edinburgh.
Haddington is only 10 minutes by car and offers an excellent choice of grocery stores, cafe/restaurants, leisure centre, and more.
The house is only 35 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre which can be easily accessed via the nearby A1 or by train which the nearest station in Longniddry is approximately 10 minutes by car.
Extras All fitted floor coverings, carpets, curtains, blinds, light fittings, gas hob, double oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and the washing machine are included in the sales price.
The storage units in the garage are available by separate negotiation. Viewing By appt with Coulters EPC Rating EPC rating: E
Value & comps
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