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Katie Williams

Edinburgh property: 1800's schoolhouse turned four-bed family home hits the market

A new gorgeous four-bed historic property has gone on sale that would make a grand family home.

Situated in South Queensferry, the old stone schoolhouse was built in 1870 and boasts of stunning views of the Forth Bridge as it looks out over to its twin town, North Queensferry. It still contains stunning period features including exposed beams and wood burners throughout the property that the new owners can enjoy.

For offers over £550,000, the property consists of four bedrooms, three reception rooms, formal dining room, and two bathrooms. On top of that, the new owners can cosy up by the multifuel burner and look out at the spectacular views of their large enclosed garden and Forth Bridge.

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The garden is mainly laid grass, as the estate agents, Neilsons, add that it would be perfect for children to play on and there is also an enclosed dome that offers people to sit outside, while sheltered from the Scottish elements.

The property accentuates the original period features (Neilsons)

Currently the home is decorated with vibrant colours with a style that gives a nod to the home's historic past. Neilsons add: "A fantastic opportunity has arisen to purchase this impressive and unique stone built 1870 villa with many period features, lovely gardens and driveway, situated within the historic seaside town of South Queensferry, close to excellent commuting links and many local amenities.

"The accommodation would make an ideal purchase for the growing families looking for a fine family home in a sought after location."

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"In brief the subject comprises; entrance porch leading to welcoming entrance hallway, light and airy reception room with multi fuel burner, formal dining room with storage cupboard and outdoor patio area (accessed through the back), good size second family room with storage cupboard/box room off it, stylish fitted dining kitchen with appliances and beautiful exposed beams, and utility room off kitchen with contemporary shower room.

The new owners are spoiled to stunning views of the Forth Bridge (Neilsons)

"Finally, the upstairs accommodation comprises; generously proportioned principal bedroom with feature fireplace and an impressive dressing room/office/forth bedroom off it, two further good sized double bedrooms, family bathroom with white three-piece suite and shower over bath. Further benefits include gas central heating, double glazing, working shutters and hatch accessing attic, providing excellent storage space."

You can see more information at ESPC.

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