26 Windlass Drive, Wallyford, EH21

The Property:

Welcome to 26 Windlass Drive, an impressive detached villa offering four double bedrooms, a spacious single integral garage with double driveway and private gardens enjoying a corner position in the new, modern development at Wallyford Toll in East Lothian. This popular residential location offers residents excellent local amenities and transport links for the commuter including a local bus service and access to two railway stations, one within walking distance and the other a seven minute drive. This Barratt's  ‘Fenton’ style family home offers a well-planned, superb living space with many high specification upgrades and stunning immaculate presentation, comprising: entrance hallway, lounge with under-stair storage cupboard, contemporary kitchen/dining area with door leading to an extensive paved patio, a versatile, shelved utility room with a cloakroom/WC. The first floor accommodation comprises a lovely galleried landing with two storage cupboards, a spacious principal bedroom with built-in fitted wardrobes, boasting triple mirrored, tinted glass, sliding doors and a stunning en-suite shower room with ‘Santorini’ marble effect tiles fully surrounding a thermostatic shower. Three further generously proportioned double bedrooms, all offering built-in fitted wardrobe storage and the three-piece family bathroom completes the accommodation.

The lounge is spacious and bright with a large window set to the front of the property creating an abundance of natural light. The contemporary kitchen/dining area offers an excellent range of base and wall cabinets with complimentary work surfaces and bespoke high and low cabinet lighting, appliances include a gas hob, extractor canopy, electric oven, integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer. A large window formation with a door connects from the dining area to the generous, paved patio and rear garden. There is a convenient utility room with a door to the rear, south facing garden and access to the ground floor cloakroom/WC. The en-suite, family bathroom and ground floor cloakroom all offer high quality cabinetry, full width wall-mirrors, stunning tiles, heated towel rails; the family bathroom incorporating a bath with shower and a glazed screen.

Further benefits include gas central heating, double glazing, a solar panel system and chrome fitted spot lighting throughout ground floor and bathrooms. In addition there is a spacious single integrated garage with a mono-blocked, double driveway and a private front garden with a front lawn. The well maintained, child friendly enclosed rear garden features a paved patio - ideal for al-fresco dining, with an area laid to lawn, outdoor power sockets and an external light. There are two gated accesses to the rear garden. Residents benefit from un-restricted on street parking.  Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate this true turn-key opportunity and lovely family home.

Location:

The popular village of Wallyford is located in the heart of East Lothian, just a short drive from Musselburgh, which lies to the East of Edinburgh. It is close to pleasant open countryside with excellent beaches nearby at Aberlady and Gullane. Small local shops cater for day to day requirements whilst a wider range of shops and services can be found at nearby Musselburgh. An efficient public transport system, including bus links and railway stations within and near the village, ensures easy access to Edinburgh, London and the Scottish Borders line. The surrounding areas and the Edinburgh city bypass are accessible and within a few minutes drive. Schooling at nursery, primary and secondary level is within walking distance and Wallyford is also ideally placed for Queen Margaret University.  The nearby town of Musselburgh is the largest town in East Lothian and is located on the south side of the River Forth and is approximately six miles from Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city. Musselburgh is a popular and well sought-after coastal town, with the River Esk running through the town, and visitor attractions include the well-known racecourse which is home to Flat and National meetings, the Brunton Theatre and many well- known shops and supermarkets not forgetting the world famous Lucas ice cream parlour, along with banks, building societies, a post office and large supermarkets. There is a wide range of recreational facilities, which include a Leisure centre with a swimming pool, a choice of golf courses, beautiful Lewisvale Park, Tennis and Cricket Clubs with a choice of hotels, bars and restaurants, all within easy reach from Wallyford. The surrounding countryside is perfect for walking, cycling, picnics and horse riding.  The pretty harbour and beach offers promenades and sailing opportunities. Fort Kinnaird and Straiton Retail parks are within easy reach, offering an extensive range of major High-Street named shops, with restaurants and a multi-screen cinema.  With the lovely East Lothian coastline and local bus services on the doorstep, Wallyford is easily accessible and offers excellent local amenities.