House For Sale £525,000
Situated in one of Bridge of Allan’s most sought-after residential streets, this red sandstone semi-detached villa was constructed around 1900 and retains many traditional features including original fireplaces, decorative ceiling panelling, window panelling and cornicing. Now in need of some modernisation, the property benefits from generous living space extending to approximately 234 square metres with an entrance portico, reception hallway, lounge, dining room, kitchen with larder, office, utility room, rear hall with cloakroom off, four bedrooms, wetroom and bathroom with separate WC. There are mature, private garden grounds to the front and rear.
The property is entered via a charming traditional portico with decorative painted columns which leads into a spacious hallway. The hall benefits from a roof skylight, a large walk-in cupboard under the stairs and a decorative fireplace.
Lounge (6.6m x 4.2m)
The lounge is a generous formal room with a large bay window to the front allowing plenty of natural light to flood the space. A striking feature of the room is the ornate decorative ceiling and other features have been retained including the original fireplace which houses an open fire, traditional window panelling and a shelved press. The room is presented in light neutral tones with fully-fitted carpet making this a wonderful space in which to relax or entertain.
Dining Room (5.1m x 4.4m)
To the front of the property is the dining room which is a grand and sizeable room featuring an impressive original fireplace with painted wood surround and tiled inset. A large window with wood panelling offers views to the private front garden and the room is decorated in neutral colours with fully-fitted carpet.
Dining Kitchen (4.2m x 3.8m)
The dining kitchen is located to the rear of the property and offers plenty of space for cooking and the preparation of family meals. Decorated in sunny yellow with timber panelled ceiling and tile-effect flooring, the room is fitted with oak base and wall units and complementary white laminate worktop. It is equipped with integrated appliances including a double electric oven and electric hob with extractor. There is space for a small dining table for informal kitchen suppers and the room also boasts a large walk-in larder cupboard. A door leads out from the kitchen to the rear hall which provides access to the rear garden and cloakroom.
Utility Room (2.4m x 4.5m)
A large utility room leads off from the hall offering generous laundry space, plumbing for a washing machine, plenty of space for storage and access to the rear garden.
Office (2.8m x 2.2m)
Just off the kitchen lies an internal office offering a quiet work space: Though the room is flexible and could be remodelled to extend the kitchen.
Cloakroom (2.0m x 1.5m)
The downstairs accommodation is completed by a cloakroom which comprises a WC.
Carpeted stairs with the original timber balustrade lead up to the accommodation on the half-landing and the first floor.
Storage Area (2.4m x 4.3m)
This area on the half-landing has a reduced ceiling height of approximately 1.6m and is a useful storage space with a window to let in natural light.
Bedroom 1 (6.3m x 4.2m)
This is a lovely south facing room featuring a large bay window with wood panelling which offers views to the front garden. A further east facing windows makes the room wonderfully bright. There is ample space here for bedroom furniture, neutral décor and the original cornicing is still in place.
Bedroom 2 (5.2m x 4.4m)
The second bedroom is a fabulous bright and airy room with plenty of space for bedroom furniture and additional storage. The room is decorated in neutral tones with fully-fitted carpet. Attractive features are the Juliette balcony offering views to the front garden and the impressive painted timber fireplace with marble hearth and inset.
Bedroom 3 (3.4 m x 4.1m)
The third double bedroom is fully carpeted with neutral toned wallpaper and plenty of space for bedroom furniture and storage. Natural light is provided by a window to the rear.
Bedroom 4 (4.5m x 3.7m)
This is a rear-facing bedroom which benefits from neutral décor with feature wallpaper and coordinating carpet. There is plenty of space for furniture and a window overlooking the rear garden.
Wetroom (1.2m x 2.5m)
The upstairs wetroom is fully-clad with wetwall and is equipped with a Mira electric shower.
Bathroom (3.2m x 1.8m) & WC (1.0m x 1.9m)
The family bathroom benefits from a hand basin and corner bath and wood panelling and has an adjacent room with WC. There is scope to remodel to create a larger family bathroom.
Warmth and hot water are provided by a gas central heating system with a Baxi boiler located in the utility room. The windows are a mix of single and double-glazing.
There are well-maintained and established garden grounds surrounding the property. The front garden has a small lawn area surrounded by lovely, mature shrubs and trees.
To the rear of the house is a delightful private garden space with lawn enclosed with traditional stone walls and established trees. There is a large private driveway to the side which leads to a detached timber garage.
The property is in a desirable area just a short walk from the centre of Bridge of Allan. This former spa town is ideally located with ease of access to motorway links, the local train station and has close proximity to the Ochil Hills and surrounding woodlands. The thriving town has a host of leisure facilities, numerous sporting facilities, a golf and tennis club and a range of local restaurants, bars and independent retailers. Bridge of Allan Primary School is a short distance from the property, and high school education is provided by Wallace or Dunblane High. Dollar Academy, Morrisons, Strathallan and Fairview independent schools are all easily accessible from Bridge of Allan. The University of Stirling, which has been voted the most beautiful university in the UK, is less than 2 miles away. The historic city of Stirling which offers excellent local shopping facilities with many well-known retailers in the Thistles Shopping Centre is easily accessed via public transport or a short drive by car.
The date of entry is flexible and by mutual agreement. Viewing is by appointment through Cathedral City Estates. All room sizes are approximate.
Council tax: Band G
EER: Band D
Superfast broadband: Available in area
Sky TV: Available in area
The property is entered via a charming traditional portico with decorative painted columns which leads into a spacious hallway. The hall benefits from a roof skylight, a large walk-in cupboard under the stairs and a decorative fireplace.
Lounge (6.6m x 4.2m)
The lounge is a generous formal room with a large bay window to the front allowing plenty of natural light to flood the space. A striking feature of the room is the ornate decorative ceiling and other features have been retained including the original fireplace which houses an open fire, traditional window panelling and a shelved press. The room is presented in light neutral tones with fully-fitted carpet making this a wonderful space in which to relax or entertain.
Dining Room (5.1m x 4.4m)
To the front of the property is the dining room which is a grand and sizeable room featuring an impressive original fireplace with painted wood surround and tiled inset. A large window with wood panelling offers views to the private front garden and the room is decorated in neutral colours with fully-fitted carpet.
Dining Kitchen (4.2m x 3.8m)
The dining kitchen is located to the rear of the property and offers plenty of space for cooking and the preparation of family meals. Decorated in sunny yellow with timber panelled ceiling and tile-effect flooring, the room is fitted with oak base and wall units and complementary white laminate worktop. It is equipped with integrated appliances including a double electric oven and electric hob with extractor. There is space for a small dining table for informal kitchen suppers and the room also boasts a large walk-in larder cupboard. A door leads out from the kitchen to the rear hall which provides access to the rear garden and cloakroom.
Utility Room (2.4m x 4.5m)
A large utility room leads off from the hall offering generous laundry space, plumbing for a washing machine, plenty of space for storage and access to the rear garden.
Office (2.8m x 2.2m)
Just off the kitchen lies an internal office offering a quiet work space: Though the room is flexible and could be remodelled to extend the kitchen.
Cloakroom (2.0m x 1.5m)
The downstairs accommodation is completed by a cloakroom which comprises a WC.
Carpeted stairs with the original timber balustrade lead up to the accommodation on the half-landing and the first floor.
Storage Area (2.4m x 4.3m)
This area on the half-landing has a reduced ceiling height of approximately 1.6m and is a useful storage space with a window to let in natural light.
Bedroom 1 (6.3m x 4.2m)
This is a lovely south facing room featuring a large bay window with wood panelling which offers views to the front garden. A further east facing windows makes the room wonderfully bright. There is ample space here for bedroom furniture, neutral décor and the original cornicing is still in place.
Bedroom 2 (5.2m x 4.4m)
The second bedroom is a fabulous bright and airy room with plenty of space for bedroom furniture and additional storage. The room is decorated in neutral tones with fully-fitted carpet. Attractive features are the Juliette balcony offering views to the front garden and the impressive painted timber fireplace with marble hearth and inset.
Bedroom 3 (3.4 m x 4.1m)
The third double bedroom is fully carpeted with neutral toned wallpaper and plenty of space for bedroom furniture and storage. Natural light is provided by a window to the rear.
Bedroom 4 (4.5m x 3.7m)
This is a rear-facing bedroom which benefits from neutral décor with feature wallpaper and coordinating carpet. There is plenty of space for furniture and a window overlooking the rear garden.
Wetroom (1.2m x 2.5m)
The upstairs wetroom is fully-clad with wetwall and is equipped with a Mira electric shower.
Bathroom (3.2m x 1.8m) & WC (1.0m x 1.9m)
The family bathroom benefits from a hand basin and corner bath and wood panelling and has an adjacent room with WC. There is scope to remodel to create a larger family bathroom.
Warmth and hot water are provided by a gas central heating system with a Baxi boiler located in the utility room. The windows are a mix of single and double-glazing.
There are well-maintained and established garden grounds surrounding the property. The front garden has a small lawn area surrounded by lovely, mature shrubs and trees.
To the rear of the house is a delightful private garden space with lawn enclosed with traditional stone walls and established trees. There is a large private driveway to the side which leads to a detached timber garage.
The property is in a desirable area just a short walk from the centre of Bridge of Allan. This former spa town is ideally located with ease of access to motorway links, the local train station and has close proximity to the Ochil Hills and surrounding woodlands. The thriving town has a host of leisure facilities, numerous sporting facilities, a golf and tennis club and a range of local restaurants, bars and independent retailers. Bridge of Allan Primary School is a short distance from the property, and high school education is provided by Wallace or Dunblane High. Dollar Academy, Morrisons, Strathallan and Fairview independent schools are all easily accessible from Bridge of Allan. The University of Stirling, which has been voted the most beautiful university in the UK, is less than 2 miles away. The historic city of Stirling which offers excellent local shopping facilities with many well-known retailers in the Thistles Shopping Centre is easily accessed via public transport or a short drive by car.
The date of entry is flexible and by mutual agreement. Viewing is by appointment through Cathedral City Estates. All room sizes are approximate.
Council tax: Band G
EER: Band D
Superfast broadband: Available in area
Sky TV: Available in area
