4 bedroom detached house for sale

Charming country house near Kinross with excellent commuting links into Edinburgh

Description

Leiland House was built in a traditional style in 1983. The house sits in an enviable position with beautiful outlooks to both the south and the north towards the picturesque backdrop of the Ochil Hills. The living space is well-presented throughout, and offers a great deal of flexibility to accommodate modern family life.

The dining kitchen has a range of fitted units with integrated appliances including a Rangemaster, a pantry cupboard, a farmhouse style brick fireplace and windows to the north and south. There is a also a generously sized dining area. Double doors open up through to the family room. This has double patio doors leading out into the south facing garden, floor to ceiling bookshelves, and windows on three aspects. The conservatory also sits off the kitchen and has a door leading out to the rear of the house. Two south-facing bedrooms sit off the ground floor hallway. Both have fitted wardrobes with mirrored sliding doors. They share a bathroom which also sits off the hallway.

An elegant curved staircase overlooked by a large arched window with views to the Ochil Hills, leads up to the first floor landing. The first floor sitting room is a special entertaining space. It has lovely views over the garden and countryside through windows to the north, south and west. The fireplace has a marble surround with decorative wooden mantlepiece. The principal bedroom sits south facing off the landing and has fitted wardrobes and an en suite shower room. There is a further single bedroom on this level.

Wrought iron gates set into the stone walls open up to the tarmac drive. This sweeps around to the front of the house before completing a full-circle that offers ample parking. A central island is beautifully stocked with shrubs, flowers and an established pond. The garden is surrounded by a variety of mature shrubs and trees, and is fully enclosed with a combination of walls and fencing. A paved patio sits overlooking the garden, directly in front of the house with doors leading inside. To the rear of the house is a paved courtyard and timber-built potting shed.

Location

Leiland House sits in a beautiful position, making the most of the spectacular countryside views. The property is well placed for quick access into Kinross (3 miles), Milnathort (3 miles) and onto the M90, offering excellent commuting links to Edinburgh and Perth. While benefitting from this first class accessibility, the house also enjoys the peace and tranquillity of a rural setting.

Kinross is an attractive and well-connected commuter town offering a wide range of local services. Educational facilities include a primary school, three nurseries and a high school at the Community Campus. The Community Campus is also home to a library and an array of leisure facilities. Kinross has a good selection of shops, professional services, and restaurants. It has two golf courses, a bowling club, a rugby club and the Loch Leven Brewery. The Green Hotel with Jock’s Bar and The Court House restaurant are popular, as is the Loch Leven’s Larder which is 6 miles away. Milnathort to the west also offers local services including a primary school. As well as local state schooling there are a good number of private schools within easy reach. These include Dollar Academy, Glenalmond, Strathallan, Craigclowan and Kilgraston in Perth and Kinross.

The M90 gives quick access to both Perth (19 miles) and Edinburgh (30 miles). There is a Park and Ride service at Kinross with regular bus services to Edinburgh and Perth. There is a train station at Inverkeithing (17.5 miles) which runs services into Edinburgh with onward links to London, as well as a further Park and Ride service at Ferrytoll. Edinburgh Airport, situated on the western periphery of Edinburgh, operates flights to numerous domestic and international destinations.

The surrounding countryside provides a wonderful setting for the property and there are many opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. The Loch Leven Heritage Trail offers beautiful walks while other leisure pursuits locally include cycling, riding and field sports. St Andrews, the Home of Golf and host of the 150th Open Championship in 2022, is 31 miles to the east and the world renowned Gleneagles Hotel is 15 miles away.

Square Footage: 2,199 sq ft


Acreage: 0.37 Acres

Additional Info

GENERAL REMARKS

Services: Mains electricity and water. Private drainage to septic tank. Central heating provided by oil fired boiler. Electric underfloor heating in the en suite shower room. Calor bottle gas supply to the Rangemaster cooker.

Local Authority & tax band: Perth & Kinross Council tax band G

Fixtures & Fittings: All fitted curtains, carpets, blinds and integrated white goods are included in the sale. The light fittings are included.

Access: There is a right of access over the track between Leiland House and the public road.