Property description
BENTINCK STREET GALSTON KA4 8DT
Choice Properties are delighted to present to the market this fantastic red sandstone lower conversion that has been upgraded to a high standard throughout by the current owners.
This lovely home is set in a most highly sought after locale, is extended and encompasses the the lower levels of the building.
The accommodation on offer is set all on the ground floor and extends to a large, welcoming reception hallway, good sized lounge, family room, re-fitted dining sized kitchen, re-fitted bathroom, inner hallway and 3 good sized double bedrooms.
This superb home benefits from original features throughout, an attached brick garage, off street parking, easily maintained enclosed front gardens and extensive enclosed rear gardens.
THIS STUNNING AND RARELY AVAILABLE GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT HAS BEEN RENOVATED TO A VERY HIGH STANDARD AND PRESENTED IN A WALK IN CONDITION THROUGHOUT. WITH SPACIOUS ROOMS AND LARGE GARDEN GROUNDS THE PROPERTY IS SET IN A HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER LOCALE. WE HIGHLY ADVISE EARLY ENQUIRIES TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.
ACCOMMODATION:-
ENTRANCE PORCH
6`1` x 4`1` (1.83m x 1.23m) approx
Accessed from the front via a double set of wooden storm doors is the entrance porch.
There is a ceiling light, coving and Victorian tiling to the floor.
The entrance porch gives access to the reception hallway.
RECEPTION HALLWAY
17`6` x 6`1` (5.34m x 1.83m) approx
Accessed from the entrance porch via a wood and glazed door with glazed side panels is this spacious and welcoming reception hallway.
The hallway has a feature archway and real wood flooring is laid.
There is a radiator, power points and a ceiling light.
The reception hallway gives access to the lounge, family room, bedroom 2, the bathroom and the inner hallway.
LOUNGE
20` 1" x 14` 5" (6.09m x 4.38m) into bay approx
Accessed from the reception hallway via a wood door is the good sized lounge that benefits from a deep set front facing bay window with feature rounded corners.
Central to the room is the feature real working fireplace that has a wood surround and cast back and grate with a granite base hearth. There is also a fitted insert bookcase.
This room has the original intact ornate coving, a ceiling rose and the large skirting`s and facings that are prevalent throughout and typical in a character property of this age and style.
There are ample power points, a TV point, it is wired for SKY + TV, has a radiator, ceiling light and a carpet is laid.
BEDROOM 2
15` 1" x 11` 1" (4.58m x 3.36m) approx
Accessed from the reception hallway via a wood door is the second and rear facing double bedroom.
Another good sized room there is an insert shelved bookcase with a storage cupboard under, ample power points, a radiator, ceiling light and a carpet is laid.
BATHROOM
7` 6" x 4` 11" (2.27m x 1.49m) at widest points approx
Accessed from the reception hallway via a wood door is the modern rear facing re-fitted bathroom.
This spacious room comprises of a `P` shaped shower style bath with a shower over and central block taps, an inset shelved area above the bath, a wash basin and a w/c.
There is a ceiling light, modern tiling to the floor and walls and a chrome towel style radiator.
FAMILY ROOM
14` 4" x 11` 1" (4.37m x 3.38m) approx
Accessed from the reception hallway via a wood door is the rear facing family room.
Another good sized room there are ample power points, a ceiling light, ceiling rose, radiator and a carpet is laid.
KITCHEN-DINING ROOM
16`6" x 11`2` (5.01m x 3.40m) approx
Accessed from the family room is the fantastic re-fitted kitchen.
There are rear and side facing windows and a side facing UPVC door that leads to the rear gardens, all letting in plenty of natural light.
The kitchen has a good range of quality cream wood wall, base, larder and drawer units with a contrasting real wood work surface and up stand.
ADDITIONAL EXTRAS INCLUDE
INTEGRATED COOKER HOOD
FITTED MICROWAVE
DISHWASHER
Please note the appliances come with no guarantees
A fitted cupboard that is shelved on one side offers additional storage space, there is space and plumbing for a washing machine, space for a tumble dryer, space for a fridge freezer, there is a Belfast style sink, ample power points, ceiling down lights, a radiator, the boiler is housed behind a unit and tile effect flooring is laid.
The kitchen offers ample space for a dining table and chairs
INNER HALLWAY
15` 5" x 4` 3" (4.70m x 1.29m) approx
Accessed from the reception hallway via an archway is the inner hallway.
There is a ceiling light, power points and a carpet is laid.
The inner hallway gives access to the master bedroom and bedroom 3.
MASTER BEDROOM
15` 2" x 12` 1" (4.62m x 3.67m) approx
Accessed from the inner hallway via a wood door is this good sized front facing double bedroom.
The whole of one wall has fitted wood and glazed wardrobes that offer great storage space with hanging rails, pull out basket storage and shelving.
There is an inset fitted bookcase, ample power points, a ceiling light, radiator and a carpet is laid.
BEDROOM 3
15` 6" x 10` 1" (4.71m x 3.03m) approx
Accessed from the inner hallway via a wood door is the third double bedroom with 2 front facing windows letting in light.
There is an inset fitted bookcase, ceiling light, ample power points, coving, 2 radiators and a carpet is laid.
GARAGE
15` 10" x 9` 2" (4.82m x 2.79m) approx
The brick built garage is positioned to the left of the property and is accessed from the front via a wood door.
There is a slabbed and chipped driveway to the right of the property offering off street parking.
GARDENS
The front garden is enclosed with a stone wall with a wrought iron top and pedestrian gate with a chipped front.
The large rear garden has a recently constructed large decked patio, an extensive lawn and is enclosed with a mix of fencing and a stone wall. A garden hut will be left.
RARELY AVAILABLE IS THIS FANTASTIC SIZED HOME THAT HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RENOVATED TO A HIGH STANDARD AND PRESENTED IN A WALK IN CONDITION THROUGHOUT. SET IN A SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION, ALL ON THE GROUND FLOOR, WITH GOOD GARDEN GROUNDS INTERNAL VIEWING OF THIS LOVELY HOME IS MOST HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
LOCALITY
Galston is a town in East Ayrshire, Scotland. It is situated in wooded countryside 4 miles up-river from Kilmarnock and is one a group of small towns located in the Irvine Valley between the towns of Hurlford and Newmilns.
Galston has a rich history with links to William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and strong ties to the Covenanters movement.
After it received its charter in 1717 it developed rapidly as a centre of handloom-weaving and later the manufacture of gauze and lawn. From the beginning of the 19th century until 1933 it was a major coal mining area. The textile industry flourished until it declined in the 1960`s.
Barr Castle is the oldest building in Galston. It is a fortified tower house built by the Lockhart family of Barr in the 15th century. It has three floors and would have originally had battlements. George Wishart and John Knox have both preached within Barr Castle. In the 17th century Barr passed to the Campbell family of Cessnock but was unoccupied after the covenanting period.
Today Galston has diversified into industries as varied as telecoms, haulage and engineering.
There are many local shops and businesses in the town that provide day to day amenities. The properties are ideally located out-with the main centre of the town but remain within walking distance to Local shops which provide the necessary day to day requirements. Nearby Kilmarnock also offers a good range of high street shops, supermarkets, including retail parks, cinema and leisure centre and all professional facilities.
There are two primary schools and secondary education is provided at Loudoun Academy. There is an extensive choice of schooling available in Kilmarnock. Private schooling is available at Wellington in Ayr (12 miles) and in Glasgow (22 miles). Kilmarnock has 17 schools, 13 primary and 4 secondary. There is also a college with in the town, Kilmarnock College, formerly Kilmarnock Technical College.
Ayrshire is famous worldwide for golf with championship courses at Royal Troon, Prestwick and Turnberry. Colin Montgomery`s new course at Rowallan Castle opened in 2009. There are also a number of quiet hacking routes as well as excellent equestrian facilities at the nearby Rowallan Equestrian Centre.
There is also excellent sailing with yachting marinas at Troon and further up the coast at Largs and Inverkip. Game sports are supported in the region with some of South West Scotland`s finest salmon and trout fishing available in the area`s lochs and rivers
Viewings:- Strictly by appointment
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While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
The photographs show only certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only
Any error, omission, or misstatement in any part of this schedule shall not entitle the purchaser(s) or vendor(s) to entitlement to compensation or damages, nor in circumstances to give either party any cause for action. The selling agents have not tested services, equipment or fittings and are therefore unable to comment on their condition. Potential buyers are requested to contact their solicitor or surveyor if further clarification is required.
Offers must be submitted in Scottish legal form to the sole selling agents. Formal note of interest should be registered prior to offering. A closing date will only be notified to parties who have registered interest through their solicitors. The seller reserves the right to accept any offer at any time
NoticePlease note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
Property Features :
- STUNNING LOWER CONVERSION SET IN A HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER LOCALE
- RE-FURBISHED THROUGHOUT BY THE CURRENT OWNERS
- LARGE LOUNGE
- FAMILY ROOM
- RE-FITTED DINING KITCHEN
- RE-FITTED BATHROOM
- 3 DOUBLE BEDROOMS
- LARGE REAR GARDENS
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