Bridge Castle House, Bridgecastle

When home is a luxury apartment within a genuine 16th century Scottish castle, enviable style and comfort are a given. At 2 Bridge Castle House, living the castle dream means enjoying a beautifully-appointed two bedroom apartment which has all the historic character youd expect, the modern comforts you demand, in a location that has been desirable ever since the castle was built.

EPC Rating - Band E

The one-time seat of a succession of Scotlands noble families, Bridge Castle was favoured by them for its proximity to the royal palace at Linlithgow, and the location is still desirable today for a similar reason. Secluded yet close to the traditional thriving towns of Linlithgow and Bathgate, it benefits from easy access to the motorway and rail network for fast travel to Edinburgh, Glasgow and beyond.

The property sits within the rural Bridge Castle Estate, a private community of luxury homes surrounded by beautifully landscaped and varied grounds. Number 2 occupies the garden level of the castles original towers. Enjoy the turrets without having to climb stairs, the estate grounds without having to cut grass, and kerb appeal par excellence.

Stepping through the front door, you are welcomed directly into the stunning feature living room. With a vaulted ceiling, arched alcoves and deep window apertures, its everything youd expect your castle living room to be. Its very generous size allows for a variety of furniture configurations and statement pieces. The architectural shapes are accentuated by a painted feature wall, within which a wood-burning stove sits as a focal point and provides the inimitable extra warmth of real flames for cosy evenings. The current owners describe the home as a great party house, and this room makes it immediately easy to see why. Windows to the side and rear look out onto the mature trees nearby.

A wide, glazed door leads to a stone-tiled hallway, whose angles and curves bear witness to the evolution of the building. This connects on one side to a large double bedroom, and on the other side five stone steps lead to the upper hallway. This area itself is spacious enough to accommodate a desk for crafts or work, or a comfortable chair.

Passing through the castles original doorway, above which an ancient coat of arms is engraved in the stone, you enter the open plan family room and kitchen. Large windows here bring in plenty of natural light. In the morning its the breakfast nook; in the evening its the spot where family and friends sit beside the kitchen while food is cooking. Its also a great pre-party drinks area, according to the current owners! The kitchen itself is floored with gorgeous stone tiles, and features an integrated double oven and separate hob. The other appliances are in the adjoining laundry room, which offers enough extra space to house a large fridge-freezer and ample cupboards, both essential for those who like to entertain.

The décor throughout has been artfully finished in keeping with the castle architecture whilst at the same time bringing in colour and contemporary styling. Stunning ceiling and wall light fittings are just one of the stand-out features.

The master bedroom benefits from plenty of storage space with full width built-in wardrobes, and a tiled en-suite bathroom. There is a separate family shower room. Whilst this is a single-storey apartment, the split-level creates a feeling of spaciousness, with the two hallways providing practical transitions and extra space. Each bedroom enjoys privacy, with one on the lower level and one on the upper level.

The home is heated throughout with efficient modern storage heaters and characterised by low maintenance. Each of the apartments which have the privilege of sharing Bridge Castle House, share the maintenance; for peace of mind the title deeds set out clearly where the maintenance boundaries are.

2 Bridge Castle House allows you to enjoy all the benefits of living in a beautifully maintained four-acre rural estate, without the physical work. The shared maintenance arrangement includes a gardener, so the grounds are always at their best. Immediately beside Bridge Castle House there is a flat lawn area, and a mature woodland with a walking trail beside the Barbauchlaw Burn. Kingfishers, owls, deer and other wildlife are frequently spotted in this beautiful environment. Elsewhere on the estate, there is an orchard, and a communal garden where the residents get together for an annual summer garden party. From home, there are walks through the estate, or longer countryside rambles. Its a paradise for pets and children.

This truly unique property is a rare opportunity make your dream lifestyle a reality, and to add your own memories to the walls of this extraordinary building.