Polton is a small village located within Lasswade parish just a few minutes from Bonnyrigg a larger a thriving village in Midlothian, just some eight miles from Edinburgh city centre. The area is surrounded by open countryside and forms part of a crescent of similar small towns stretching from Musselburgh in the east through Dalkeith, Eskbank, Bonnyrigg, Loanhead, Roslin to Penicuik in the west.
Bonnyrigg itself is an excellent shopping village and people travel in from a wide radius to take advantage of its opportunities. A great deal more than normal daily requirements are catered for in this location and there is also a good choice of banking and Post Office services.
Should you require a broader range of high street brands, a retail park at Straiton includes a Sainsbury's supermarket, TK Maxx, Boots, M&S food store and other high street names, one of Scotland's few IKEA is also available in this location and its all within an eight-minute drive from the property.
Within the town, there is a library, a swimming pool with additional leisure facilities, tennis courts, a golf course at Broomieknowe and another at Newbattle. There is a sports complex at Lasswade High School, a bowling green near the school and no end of local social activities. There are schools of both denominations locally available also.
Lasswade may be a convenient location for anyone who is required to travel throughout Scotland or into the capital one a frequent basis. There is a regular bus service that goes into the city of Edinburgh. By car, the trip can often take just twenty minutes except at peak times.
. Impressive semi-detached house
. Arranged for contemporary lifestyles
. Situated in the village of Polton
. Near open countryside & a river
. Neutral presentation throughout
. Generous, light-filled living room
. Open-plan kitchen & dining area
. New Shaker-inspired kitchen design
. Naturally-lit landing with storage
. 2 spacious double bedrooms
. Versatile single bedroom
. Brand-new 3pc bathroom
. Gardens to the front & rear
. Driveway & detached garage
. GCH & DG
Situated in the village of Polton, near open countryside and the River North Esk, this impressive, three-bedroom, semi-detached house comes beautifully arranged for contemporary lifestyles, enjoying neutral presentation, new fitted carpets, and spacious accommodation. It boasts a southwest-facing living room, a newly-installed kitchen and open-plan dining area, and a brand-new bathroom, as well as two gardens and a detached garage.
Inside, the front door opens directly into the living room, which instantly impresses with its generous dimensions and attractive décor, consisting of neutral tones and wood-inspired herringbone flooring (that flows throughout the ground floor). Light-filled and inviting, the southwest-facing room is bathed in warm afternoon sun from a large picture window and appealing sidelights to the front door. Creating a sociable flow of accommodation, an open archway leads into the open-plan kitchen and dining area, continuing the contemporary appeal of the home. Brightly illuminated by dual-aspect windows, it has a wide footprint to accommodate a large table for lively dinner parties and socialising whilst cooking. The environment is also kept nice and warm thanks to a vertical radiator. The kitchen itself has a striking design, fitted with Shaker-inspired cabinets in dark blue and crisp white worktops, framed by fashionable metro-style splashbacks. It houses an integrated five-burner gas hob, an eye-level oven/grill, an undercounter washing machine, and an American-style fridge/freezer.
From the living room, the staircase and glass-framed balustrade lead up to the naturally-lit landing, where there is concealed storage and the three bedrooms, all of which are presented with plush new carpeting for optimal comfort. The first and second bedrooms are both spacious doubles, whereas the third bedroom is a versatile single with a built-in wardrobe to maximise floorspace. Completing the home is a contemporary three-piece bathroom, with an overhead shower, all enveloped in chic stone-effect tiling. Gas central heating and double glazing are throughout.
In addition to a lawned front garden, the home benefits from a fully-enclosed rear garden that features a lawn and a patio for summer barbecues. A detached single garage and a driveway provide off-street parking.
Extras: Included in the sale are all fitted floor coverings, window blinds, light fittings, integrated kitchen appliances, a washing machine, and a fridge/freezer.
Council tax band: NotSet