Hartwood Road, West Calder

Offering a unique lifestyle opportunity, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom detached cottage is set within 1 ¾ acres, including lovely gardens and a tranquil private woodland area, and it also comes with two former cattery buildings, providing the new owner with an exciting chance to have a home and business in one place - no doubt a factor that will appeal to the modern family and lifestyle. The home itself is beautifully presented with modern fixtures and fittings and tasteful décor throughout, and it is situated just over a mile from the village of West Calder and a short drive from the large town of Livingston, ensuring excellent amenities and transport links are close to hand, as well as being surrounded by picturesque countryside and farmland.

A hallway welcomes you into the home and leads immediately into a living room on the left, where a southeast-facing window captures sunny natural light throughout the day, and neutral décor is enhanced by a warmly toned feature wall framing a homely fireplace (with a log-burning stove inset), and wood flooring. There is also a flexible room on the first floor - approached by an internal hall (with storage) and a staircase - which is currently used as a playroom but could lend itself to a variety of uses, such as a teenager's den, a home office, a hobby room, or a relaxed lounge area.

The large open-plan kitchen and dining room is sure to be the heart of this wonderful home, particularly for those who love to entertain and host dinner parties, as well as for gathering as a family. The room is filled with natural light through dual-aspect glazing, including French doors opening onto the garden, and the dining area offers plenty of space for a large table and chairs, alongside additional furniture. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with stylish, slate-grey cabinets, Silestone worktops, and brick-effect splashback tiling, with a striking navy-blue Aga stove taking centre stage. An integrated fridge, a freestanding fridge/freezer and a dishwasher are included, and a breakfast bar caters for morning coffee and socialising while cooking. A utility room (with external access) supplements the kitchen, housing additional cabinetry, workspace, storage space, and laundry appliances.

The home accommodates three bedrooms, all well-proportioned doubles. The impressive principal suite is presented with neutral décor, a charming brick accent wall, and herringbone wood flooring, and it is supplemented by wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. The remaining two bedrooms are also neutrally decorated and fitted with handsome wood flooring.

The principal bedroom's en-suite comprises an enclosure with a rainfall showerhead, handset, and chic black metro tiling, a basin atop a rustic-style vanity unit, a WC, and a towel radiator. A separate four-piece family bathroom completes the accommodation on offer and comes complete with a bathtub, a corner shower enclosure, a WC-suite, and a chrome towel radiator.

The home is kept warm by an oil-fired central heating system and benefits from double-glazed windows.

Two truly unique and exciting features of the home are the former cattery buildings and studio that accompany it. The catteries offer a ready-made business opportunity for the new owner, with two separate buildings, both with multiple pens and one with a fitted kitchen and storage space. These buildings also present an opportunity to be utilised in multiple different ways. The studio, with an abundance of natural light, is sure to appeal to creatives, providing an ideal quiet space to perfect their craft away from the main home. It has power and lighting and could also be utilised as a home office for those who like to keep work and family life separate, and the large adjoining room is soundproofed, making it a haven for musicians.

The home and gardens occupy a plot of approximately 1 ¾ acres, with a low-maintenance front and side garden, and a delightful rear garden featuring spacious lawns, patio areas for outdoor dining (including one with a pergola), and a wealth of leafy, mature shrubbery. The home also boasts a secluded and tranquil area of woodland. Private parking is provided by a large car port (with an attached log store) and a driveway.

Extras: All window coverings, light fittings, Aga stove, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, and integrated fridge will be included in the sale.

Council Tax Band E
EPC Rating D

NB: The current owners have planning permission in place for an extension and creation of a roof terrace, which is valid until 2026. Details can be found on the West Lothian council website, reference number: 0171/H/23.

West Calder:
Baads Cottage lies just over a mile from West Calder, a village promising a laid-back lifestyle with easy access to the great Scottish outdoors, as well as fantastic local amenities, leisure facilities and transport links. The village's Main Street is lined with a selection of independent shops and businesses, a Scotmid supermarket for daily groceries, and a choice of cafes, pubs, restaurants, and takeaways. For more extensive shopping, nearby Livingston is home to The Centre and Livingston Designer Outlet, which collectively offer more than 100 high-street stores and designer outlets. For sport and leisure activities, West Calder also boasts a community centre with a fully equipped gym, a dance studio, an outdoor pitch, and tennis courts. Nursery and primary schooling are provided at Parkhead Primary School, followed by secondary education at West Calder High School, a state-of-the-art £32million school built in 2018. West Calder is a popular commuter village, owing to its convenient road and rail links between Edinburgh and Glasgow, and proximity to both international airports.

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These particulars are intended to give a fair description of the property but their accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and they do not constitute or form part of an offer of contract. Intending purchasers must rely on their own inspection of the property. None of the above
appliances/services have been tested by ourselves. We recommend purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check all appliances/services before legal commitment.