'Woodside', Main Street West, Menstrie, FK11

Situated on Main Street West, Menstrie is this delightful traditional bungalow. ‘Woodside’, dating back to 1871, is full of charm and character, offering flexible living and the potential to be a four bedroom home, along with a blend of period features and modern living, complemented by a spacious, well-established mature garden that provides a peaceful and private outdoor space.

The property showcases an array of original features, including exposed timber beams, exposed brick walls, dado rails, decorative cornicing and two wood-burning stoves. The family bathroom is particularly distinctive, featuring industrial-style copper taps, bath with decorative wood panelling, exposed brickwork, walk-in tiled shower and wood flooring.

Internally, the accommodation comprises three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a rear-facing principal bedroom with a stylish en-suite, complete with tiled flooring, WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, and a contemporary walk-in shower with a mains fitted black waterfall shower head. The principal bedroom was recently fitted with a high quality hardwood flooring.  A further bedroom overlooks the side aspect, while the front-facing third bedroom is currently utilised as a home office, benefiting from wood flooring and open shelving.

The spacious front-facing living room is complete with a high-quality carpet, feature wood burner set in a stone inglenook fireplace,  slate hearth and a large window allowing plenty of natural light. This room can also be used as a fourth bedroom. Further benefits include acoustic double glazing, installed July 2023,  to the front-facing windows.

To the rear of the property lies an impressive open-plan kitchen and lounge designed for modern family living and entertaining. This space is rich in character, boasting exposed beams and brickwork, skylights, wood flooring, and a feature wood-burning stove. The kitchen is fitted with a range cooker to include a  five-ring gas hob, a one-and-a-half stainless steel sink, solid wood worktops, an extractor hood, and a mix of cabinetry, complemented by a rustic slate tiled splashback. The boiler is conveniently housed within the kitchen. A breakfast built-in seating area sits by the window, with ample space for a further dining suite. Bi-fold doors open into the garden and large decking area, enhancing indoor-outdoor living. The open-plan space also benefits from built-in shelving.

Additional features include a practical utility room with space for a fridge and washing machine, as well as an entrance vestibule accessed via a storm porch with a decorative glass door.

Externally, the property boasts a substantial garden with a wide variety of mature shrubs, trees to include eucalyptus, cherry blossom, acers as well as an area of lawn. A stone pathway runs through the garden, which is enclosed by walls and fencing, off-street parking accessed from the rear, along with a garage. The garden enjoys attractive views of the Ochils and includes an outdoor water tap and an electric point.

A standout feature is the modern garden office, fully lined and equipped with power, internet, infrared heating, ceiling lighting, high-quality flooring, sliding doors, and stylish wood panelling, and is further enhanced by a composite decking surround, making it an ideal home working or hobby space.

This is a truly unique home offering character, space, and versatility in a sought-after location.

The Location

Menstrie provides a range of shops meeting day-to-day needs, with more extensive shopping available in the nearby city of Stirling. There are excellent primary and secondary schools close at hand and the town is most convenient for Stirling University. The independent sector is well provided for, with independent schools in the area including Fairview International, Dollar and Morrison's Academy. The road and rail networks give good access to major destinations throughout the central belt – the M9 and M80 can be easily reached from the town and Stirling’s railway station provides frequent services to both Edinburgh and Glasgow.

EPC Rating D67
Council Tax Band E

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Room Dimensions

Kitchen/Diner/Family Area (7.6m x 7.6m)
Sitting Room/Cinema Room (6.0m x 3.7m)
Bedroom 1 (4.2m x 3.2m)
En-Suite (2.6m x 1.1m)
Bedroom 2 (3.7m x 3.0m)
Bedroom 3 (3.7m x 2.8m)
Bathroom (4.7m x 1.9m)
Boot Room (2.3m x 1.2m)
Garden Room/Office (2.5m x 1.9m)

Agents Notes

We believe these details to be accurate; however, it is not guaranteed, and they do not form any part of a contract. Fixtures and fittings are not included unless specified otherwise. Photographs are for general information, and it must not be inferred that any item is included for sale with the property. Areas, distances, and room measurements are approximate only and the floor plans, which are for illustrative purposes only, may not be to scale.

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