4 bedroom detached villa for sale

Set in beautifully manicured established grounds, in the very heart of West Pollokshields, a significant red sandstone detached villa dating from 1904/1906 or thereby. Externally the property is finished in dressed red sandstone under a pitched and slated roof, the external facade is typified by bow and bay windows to the front elevation and the delightful sandstone entrance portico to the West/South. Internally the subjects offer well proportioned versatile accommodation within four public rooms and four/five bedrooms formed over two/three levels. A wealth of period detail is retained most notably detailed ceiling cornice work, woodwork and fireplaces.

The complete accommodation extends to delightful covered entrance portico, vestibule, broad panelled welcoming hallway, cloakroom/w.c. with shower, outstanding double aspect bay windowed lounge with period fireplace detail, formal dining room with French doors opening to the front and substantial bay windowed family sitting room (wood panelled). To the rear an extensive custom fitted living/dining kitchen with split level Corian work surfaces and integrated appliances by Gaggenau, open plan morning/breakfasting areas to the side, passage through to a utility room and store at the rear. Slow sweeping staircase leads to a half landing to first floor level, the entire stairwell is flooded with natural light through an original stain leaded glass feature window, bay windowed master bedroom with fitted wardrobes allowing access through to a beautifully appointed luxury en-suite, two further double bedrooms, bedroom four/office with useful mezzanine nursery/study adjacent. A superb family bathroom at half landing level with feature leaded glass windows to gable.

The specification includes gas central heating, there is also underfloor heating in the kitchen/diner and both bathrooms and security alarm system, both fire, smoke and burglar.

Externally the property sits within generous corner feu which retains original perimeter stone wall moreover a number of trees and bushes aid seclusion and privacy from both St Andrews Drive and Terregles Avenue. Pedestrian path leads to the front door area while double leaf gates allow vehicular access to the rear, off street parking for at least 3-4 cars, access to substantial double garage at the rear of the plot. Garage to the side/South West, particularly level private and offer delightful sun trap area, space for al fresco dining as required.

In summary Mar Lodge is a beautifully presented home which has been meticulously maintained by its current owners and is presented for sale in truly turnkey condition.
The property is positioned within walking distance of a diverse range of shops and amenities in central Pollokshields, where thriving coffee shops, restaurants and delicatessens can be found. More extensive amenities are available at the Marks and Spencer's store at Queens Park, the Morrisons' store at Crossmyloof, The Avenue shopping mall at Newton Mearns or the shopping mall at Silverburn/Pollok, a short drive to the West.

Recreational pursuits are varied namely at Clydesdale Cricket Ground, Titwood Tennis Club, Maxwell Park, Pollok Country Park where Pollok House and the world famous Burrell Collection can be found. Schooling is available locally namely at Craigholme School for Girls and Hutcheson's Grammar School. There are a number of pick up points in Pollokshields for Glasgow?s other leading independent schools. Frequent public transport services provide rapid commuter access to the city centre, with easy access to Maxwell Park Station.