Property for sale in West Calder EH55, 5 Bedroom

Seldom available on the market, this architect-designed five-bedroom detached house represents a rare opportunity to acquire a simply breathtaking family home set in approximately 2.5 acres of stunning grounds. Part of the exclusive West Hardwood Crofts development in the beautiful West Lothian countryside, this unique property is characterised by a desirable open-plan layout and great swathes of glass, which bring the magnificent outdoors in. The house, maintained to a very high standard, boasts no fewer than five reception rooms and a luxurious dining kitchen, all of which enjoy dual-aspect windows and direct access to the idyllic garden grounds.

EPC Band - C

Situated approximately two miles south of West Calder, the house is approached via a private road through the development, followed by a monoblock driveway that leads up to the double garage. Welcoming you into the house is a sunny glazed entrance vestibule, which is flooded with southwesterly light and incorporates a practical WC. In the hall to the right, double doors open into the dual-aspect living room, which enjoys patio doors to the southeast and a wide bay window to the southwest. The magnificent sun room adjacent benefits from the same southeasterly aspect and patio doors onto the deck, and flows into the formal dining room via sliding partition doors. Another tremendous dual-aspect space, the dining room features a modern gas-fired stove and vast picture windows that yield framed garden views. Returning directly to the hall and through the sunlit entrance vestibule, you reach the equally sunny garden room, and from here you continue through a utility room into the large dining kitchen. Inspired by a classic farmhouse kitchen, the contemporary cream-painted Shaker cabinets are topped with solid granite and accommodate a traditional Belfast sink, plus a range of freestanding and integrated appliances. This leaves flexible scope for a family- sized dining table – perfect for busy breakfast time and weeknight supper! Completing the ground floor is the versatile family room, which features an external door and offers potential for conversion into a self-contained annex for guests or working from home.

Upstairs, the gallery landing accommodates a large master bedroom with a dressing room and a four-piece en-suite shower room; three double bedrooms (one with an en-suite shower room); a smaller double bedroom/study; and a five-piece family bathroom. Oil-fired central heating, all-new double glazing (installed in 2012) and on-grid solar panels ensure optimum home comfort and energy efficiency all year round.

The 2.5-acre grounds comprise a sprawling lawn and charming landscaped gardens with an ornamental pond, plus extensive private woodland. The south-facing deck and the wraparound patios all benefits from external lighting and power sockets for flexible year-round use. The double garage/workshop and driveway provide extensive private parking for multiple vehicles.

West Harwood Crofts sits in a wonderful rural setting and benefits from the best of both town and country living. West Calder and Livingston are 5 minutes and 10 minutes by car respectively with easy access to the M8 and M9 motorways, 2 nearby major train lines providing regular high speed links to Glasgow and Edinburgh and both Glasgow and Edinburgh Airports are close by ensuring swift travel times throughout the central belt and beyond. West Calder offers a good range of local shops and services including a doctor’s surgery, dentist and post office. Nearby Livingston offers extensive shopping and a good range of services and restaurants. Great local nurseries abound, offering versatile care packages to suit your needs.

The surrounding area provides many recreational activities including the Five-Sisters Zoo, equestrian facilities, several golf courses including the championship course at Dalmahoy, the Deer Park course at Livingston and the Harburn Golf Club. Outdoor pursuits are also well catered for with Polkemmet, Almondell and Beecraigs country parks on your doorstep. There are also great walking and mountain biking opportunities in the nearby Pentland Hills. Shooting and fishing can be arranged on neighbouring estates and local lochs including Harperrigg Reservoir and Cobbinshaw Loch.

Primary schooling is available at Parkhead, St Mary’s, Bellsquarry or Murieston, with secondary school options in Livingston or West Calder, which boasts a brand new campus and Balerno High School, which also has bus services from Livingston. An excellent range of private schools are available in Edinburgh, including Clifton Hall, George Watsons, Fettes College, Merchiston and The Edinburgh Academy.

Living Room 6.63m x 5.32m
Dining Room 6.56m x 3.70m
Dining Kitchen 5.47m x 5.39
Utility Room 3.65m x 1.80m
Sun Room 5.87m x 5.37m
Garden Room 5.76m x 5.45m
Family Room 5.78m x 5.39m
WC 1.88m x 1.35m
Master Bedroom 4.82m x 3.99m
Dressing Room 2.78m x 2.56m
Master Ensuite 2.76m x 2.17m
Bedroom 2 5.30m x 4.96m
Ensuite 2 3.25m x 1.90m
Bedroom 3 4.74m x 4.12m
Bedroom 4 4.76m x 3.26m
Bedroom 5/ Study 3.25m x 2.99m
Family Bathroom 2.88m x 2.74m
Garage 5.50m x 5.50m