5 bedroom detached house for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
- Outstanding Period Family Home
- The Former Manse
- 2 Public Rooms
- Stylish Upgraded Kitchen/Family/Diner
- Conservatory with views over the garden
- Master Suite with Dressing Room and En-Suite
- 4 Further Double Bedrooms
- Study
- Separate Utility Pantry Area
- Stunning South Facing Garden with woodland backdrop
Our Seller Says"
The main reasons for buying the house was the location, the age/history of the house, it's almost secluded with lots of privacy but in the middle of a new town with all amenities close by. We love the space, size of rooms, uniqueness of the house, it has been a great family home where lots of very happy memories have been made.
Our favourite room is the conservatory in Summer or the lounge with log burner in the Winter, it is a home for all seasons, plus our recent addition the kitchen family room has become the hub of the home. We will miss the privacy and quiet environment and the garden. It’s been our family home for 27 years and where our family grew up. Seeing all our grandchildren enjoying sleepovers and the freedom they have in the garden. There are also so many lovely walks and cycling paths in the area to enjoy the outdoors.
Introducing a timeless haven set within Livingston village, where history meets contemporary comfort. This distinguished 5-bedroom period home, a former manse steeped in heritage, exudes elegance and warmth. For 27 years, this cherished abode has been the cornerstone of cherished memories, accommodating the evolving needs of its family with grace and flexibility.
A picturesque setting awaits, gracing the banks of the tranquil River Almond, enveloped by lush woodlands. Your journey begins with a private road leading to the stately main house. Ample parking is assured, with a spacious monobloc driveway comfortably accommodating 4 to 6 cars, complete with an electric charging point.
Step through the entrance vestibule into the grand reception hall, adorned with solid wood flooring that extends gracefully into the lounge. Revel in the grandeur of high ceilings, complemented by a large under stairs cupboard for your storage needs. The main formal lounge beckons with its wood floor, fire surround boasting a log burner, and twin sash and case windows adorned with working shutters. Discover further charm within the second sitting room, currently serving as a home office, boasting a feature window. There is a convenient downstairs WC with a 2-piece suite, along with a separate utility room housing a Worcester combi boiler and ample base units. Access the enclosed drying area from here, alongside the side of the house.
The heart of this home lies within the newly created kitchen/dining space, boasting contemporary styled units, a central island, and Siemens integrated appliances including Coffee Machine, combination microwave, warming drawer, oven, hob & hood, fridge/freezer and wine fridge. There is also a feature instant hot water tap. Accessed via a glass panelled door, the conservatory enjoys open views across the garden.
Ascend to the upper levels to find the sanctuary of 5 bedrooms, on the first floor you will find the master suite with garden views, a dressing room, and a fully tiled en-suite. There are a further two generously proportioned double bedrooms and a fully tiled 4 piece family bathroom. Continuing to the second floor are two further doubles and a study, offering versatile living options.
Outside, mature garden grounds enveloped by woodland offer a serene retreat, embraced by South-facing views, mature trees, and lush shrubbery, including majestic Copper Birch and Douglas Fir.
Extras: all floor coverings, blinds, light fittings, integrated appliances and curtains. EV charging point.
The popular Livingston Village residential area of Livingston is extremely well-placed for local amenities, transport links and walking distance to the town centre. Nearby is the Livingston Village Primary School, a Post Office and local bar & restaurant and also Almond Valley Heritage Centre. Livingston, the largest town in West Lothian, has an excellent range of shopping and recreational facilities, including the renowned Livingston Centre and Livingston Designer Outlet, along with extensive local shopping and a range of supermarkets. There are also an excellent choice of sports and leisure pursuits including a network of walking and cycle paths, parks, woodlands, swimming pools, golf courses, libraries, multi-screen cinema, and sports centres. This location has excellent transport links, with the M8 passing to the north of the town, and the A71 to the south. Two railway stations serve separate railway lines, connecting with Edinburgh, Glasgow and other subsidiary destinations.
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