Rare opportunity to purchase a fabulous plot with planning permission for a detached four bedroom contemporary house

Description

Lot 2
An extremely rare opportunity to purchase a mature site in a prime residential area with planning permission to build a contemporary detached five bedroom house, designed by acclaimed Lorn Macneal Architects. Planning permission has been granted for the development of the old croquet lawn, a raised flat section of garden to the west of the overall site. Utilising the north driveway, the site is accessed along the northern boundary, with the 1.5 storey house to be built at the northern end. The house will be sensitively sunken to appear as a single storey property, so as not to disturb the views from neighbouring properties, yet creatively configured to benefit from its southern vista over mature grounds, allowing for an abundance of natural light.

Of particular note is the magnificent kitchen and dining room which opens to the sitting room and on to a less formal snug. However, the three areas can be neatly separated with pocket doors to allow for cosy and more private spaces if and when desired. There are three bedrooms, including the spacious principal bedroom with en suite, as well as a family bathroom. There are two further bedrooms and an additional bathroom on the lower level, making this relatively self-contained and ideal for visitors. The principal entrance is at lower ground level, as well as the integral double garage.

Grounds
The gardens are mature and established, ensuring colour and privacy throughout much of the year. At the entrance to the grounds, adjacent to the driveway, there is a large garden area, while the principal garden is set to the south of the house with a large flat lawn surrounded by mature plants, trees and shrubs.

Location

Situated in the popular residential area of Barnton, The Old Parsonage occupies a lovely position in this sought after street.

The area, which lies just 4.5 miles to the west of the city centre, is renowned for family living and offers excellent access to the airport, the Edinburgh bypass, the Queensferry Crossing and the Central Scotland motorway network.

Cargilfield School is situated just under a mile away, whilst Fettes College, Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools and The Edinburgh Academy are all situated on the north side of the city and amongst the schools within easy reach by car, while the Royal High School is situated along the road.

There are excellent local amenities and leisure facilities, including both Royal Burgess and Bruntsfield golf courses, tennis courts while the property looks onto Davidson's Mains park, a wonderful open green space with spectacular trees.

Local and supermarket shopping is conveniently available in nearby Davidsons Mains, and the charming riverside village of Cramond offers delightful seaside and riverside walks with popular bars and restaurants along the way.

Square Footage: 3,175 sq ft



Additional Info

Planning Permission - The Old Parsonage (Lot 1) benefits from planning permission to extend to the east, creating a large dining kitchen, as well as to build new garaging. Planning permission also exists to create a contemporary house on the former croquet lawn (lot 2) accessed via the northern driveway. Ref. No: 21/02710/FUL

Fixtures and fittings - All fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and white goods are included in the sale (lot 1).

Listing - The property is not listed but lies within the Barnton Avenue Conservation Area.