The Banks, Hopetoun, South Queensferry, EH30 9SL

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1 The Banks, Hopetoun, South Queensferry, EH30 9SL

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3 The Banks, Hopetoun, South Queensferry, EH30 9SL GUIDE PRICE 850,000 Charming rural location Exceptional views Three reception rooms Six bedrooms & two bathrooms Sunroom Billiard room Large studio Garden, garage and paddock Description The Banks is a unique, charming and spacious country house extending to 4789 square feet and occupying a secluded rural setting, yet within easy reach of Edinburgh, The Forth Road Bridge and the central Scotland motorway network. Its setting is impressive with outstanding views over the Firth of Forth to Fife. Set within mature garden ground, and with the benefit of an adjoining paddock the property would be ideal for a family looking for a rural lifestyle within easy reach of the many amenities of the capital city. The house itself offers comfortable and very flexible family accommodation with the main living accommodation usefully separated from the principal bedroom accommodation meaning that it is a wonderful property in which to house guests. The house is entered at ground floor level into a spacious hallway with WC off, which in turn allows access to both the dining room and the kitchen/family room. This area is the hub of the home with a well-equipped kitchen being divided from the seating area by a central chimney with an Aga on one side and a fireplace on the other. This room leads into a sunroom to the front of the house. Also on this level are the formal drawing room, dining room and the master bedroom with en-suite bathroom. The remaining section of the house is over three floors. On the upper level is a large studio room which could be used as a games room or children s playroom. There is also considerable potential to create additional bedroom accommodation. The middle section houses five bedrooms and a family bathroom. The lower level houses a seventh bedroom, the utility room and a magnificent billiard room as well as a WC. Externally there is a large decked area to the rear which can be accessed through either the drawing room or the kitchen area. It is a raised deck providing superb views over a neighbouring field and onwards to the Forth and beyond. The house benefits from mature gardens, a double garage and a paddock. Further grazing may be available to rent in the field to the rear of the property. Area The property occupies a secluded position at Hopetoun with superb open views across the Firth of Forth and is a few minutes drive from South Queensferry and the Forth Road Bridge. South Queensferry provides a range of local amenities including a supermarket, bars and a number of highly regarded reataurants. It is well placed for commuting to Edinburgh where further specialised shopping can be found. There are regular public transport services which travel to the City Centre and many surrounding areas. The Forth Road Bridge is easily accessible giving access to the North, as is the City Bypass giving access to the South, M8 & M9 motorway networks. The property is within easy reach of Dalmeny Railway Station and allows easy access to South Gyle, Edinburgh International Airport and Haymarket and Waverley Stations. Viewing: Strictly by appointment contact Lindsays on Energy Performance Rating: E

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8 The Banks, Hopetoun Estate, EH30 9SL Approx. Gross Internal Area 4789 Sq Ft Sq M Garage Approx. Gross Internal Area 333 Sq Ft Sq M For identification only. Not to scale. Square Foot Media 2013 To Attic Storage Studio 30'11" x 23' 9.42 x 7.01m First Floor Deck Deck Deck Store Billiard Room 31' x 17'3" 9.45 x 5.26m WC 6' x 2'10" 1.83 x 0.86m Bedroom 1 17'8" x 9'11" 5.38 x 3.02m Ensuite Bathroom 7'5" x 7'3" 2.26 x 2.21m Drawing Room 19'2" x 16'5" 5.84 x 5.00m Dining Room 17'4" x 12'6" 5.28 x 3.81m Sitting Room/ Kitchen 28'5" x 17'8" 8.66 x 5.38m Bedroom 3 10'10" x 9'8" 3.30 x 2.95m Bedroom 4 10'10" x 9'6" 3.30 x 2.90m Hall Bedroom 5 11'1" x 10'10" 3.38 x 3.30m Bathroom 7'9" x 7'2" 2.36 x 2.18m Bedroom 6 10'10" x 10'4" 3.30 x 3.15m Utility 10'4" x 7'11" 3.15 x 2.41m Store Store Garage 18'8" x 18'1" 5.69 x 5.51m Hall WC 7'5" x 5'9" 2.26 x 1.75m Hall Sunroom 19'8" x 11'2" 5.99 x 3.40m Bedroom 2 14'7" x 10'10" 4.44 x 3.30m 11'5" x 8'11" 3.48 x 2.72m Lower Ground Floor Ground Floor lindsays.co.uk Prospective purchasers are requested to note formal interest with Lindsays as soon as possible after viewing in order that they may be informed of any closing date. The sellers reserve the right to sell without imposing a closing date and do not bind themselves to accept the highest offer or any offer. No warranty will be given for any appliances included in the sale. These particulars are believed to be correct, but their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract. Dimensions are approximate.