Westdean, 54, Bennochy Road, Kirkcaldy, Fife, KY2 5RB. Offers over £750,000.
Particulars of Sale
Dunfermline 15 miles, St Andrews 25 miles, Edinburgh Airport 25 miles, Edinburgh City Centre 28 miles, Dundee 30 miles, Perth 35 miles & Glasgow 55 miles.
An extremely fine “B” listed Edwardian villa (1914) of traditional stone construction set within mature manicured grounds.
Approximately 0.79 acres (0.32 Hectares).
DIRECTIONS Enter Kirkcaldy on the A92 Eastern Link Road from Edinburgh and Dunfermline. Take the first sign post for Kirkcaldy from the A92 and go straight ahead at the first roundabout and turn right at the 2nd roundabout onto the A910. Follow this road to the next roundabout and turn right onto Forth Avenue. At the next roundabout turn left onto Bennochy Road and turn left again at the next roundabout. Westdean is set on the right hand side just past the Squash Club and Health Centre.
SITUATION Westdean enjoys a prime position in Kirkcaldy`s most sought after residential setting enjoying great privacy but also easy access to the extensive amenities of Kirkcaldy. These include excellent shopping facilities, edge of town retailers, banks, professional offices, sporting facilities, golf courses, Adam Smith Centre and recreational amenities. The rail station with Edinburgh, Dundee and Aberdeen services is within walking distance approximately 0.6 miles from Westdean. There is good local primary and secondary schooling within walking distance and an excellent array of private schools in Edinburgh.
The surrounding countryside is ideal for outdoor pursuits with many fine golf courses between Kirkcaldy and St Andrews, sailing facilities, coastal walks and equestrian facilities, Edinburgh is only a short journey away by road or rail with an excellent airport, superb shopping, leisure and cultural facilities. DESCRIPTION Westdean is a most spacious family home of much character. It was built in 1914 to the highest of standards using the finest materials available. The property enjoys an impressive architectural style and the accommodation is formed over 3 floors extending to 4,928 square feet (458.0 sqm).
The accommodation includes 5 character public rooms, a spacious breakfasting kitchen, a pantry, a utility room, 2 downstairs toilets, 7 bedrooms, a master en-suite bathroom, a dressing room and 2 shower rooms.
Almost all of the original period features have been retained including an impressive staircase, fireplaces, panelled doors, craftsman wood finishes and decorative plasterwork. The required modern features have been sympathetically incorporated within the design including a gas fired central heating system, double glazing, a high quality fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, contemporary bathrooms and an alarm system. The overall design is perfect for family use with a lovely mix of living and bedroom space within a charming design. Some of the upper floor rooms have views to The Firth of Forth and the property does feature extensive storage space throughout.
Outside the property enjoys beautiful manicured grounds which provide great privacy and amenity. There is a grand formal entrance with listed gates, gate piers and walls leading onto the main drive. This provides extensive parking and there is a 2nd drive to the side for everyday use. The property has a detached double garage with an electric door. The grounds to the front and side are mainly in grass with mature trees and conifers. The side garden features a Japanese rockery with an interesting array of plants and shrubs. The rear grounds are enclosed and feature an extensive patio area. The grounds are professionally maintained and offer a mix of attractive areas for family use.
This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire one of Kirkcaldy`s finest homes which has superb commuter links to Edinburgh, Perth, Dundee and Glasgow.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICES Gas central heating, mains electricity, mains water and mains drainage.
ENERGY RATING The property is F(30).
COUNCIL TAX BAND The property is band H.
Photographs and particulars prepared January 2015.
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