WOODLANDS. Symington, Biggar, Lanarkshire

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1 WOODLANDS p Symington, Biggar, Lanarkshire

2 WOODLANDS Camp Road, Symington ML12 6LF Substantial and elegant Edwardian country house nestling amidst approximately 7.5 acres of beautiful mature gardens and secluded woodlands. Biggar 3 miles, M74 Abington 9.5 miles, Edinburgh Airport 36 miles, Edinburgh 32 miles, Glasgow 47 miles (all distances are approximate) Main house - Reception room, Cloakroom, Drawing room, Dining room, Sunroom, Study, Billiard room, Breakfasting kitchen, Butler pantry (accessing service area: Laundry, Pantry, Store room, Coal room, WC and stairs to private Bedroom 5 and Bathroom) Upper hallway, Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and private balcony, 3 further bedrooms (one with dressing room), family bathroom Internal flat Lounge, Dining kitchen, Bathroom, Double bedroom, Single bedroom Garage, Fish room, tack rooms and feed stores, wood shed, 2 stables blocks, grass paddock and sand paddock Gardens, Woodland, Boating bond with Pagoda EPC rating =

3 The Property Woodlands is a substantial elegant Edwardian country house set within approximately 7.5 acres of beautiful gardens and secluded woodland on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Symington. Boasting internal selfcontained two-bedroom flat, stables, outbuildings, two paddocks, a fish house and a boating pond with Pagoda - this is an exceptional family home.

4 The Location The pretty village of Symington benefits from a range of local amenities including its own primary school, post office, general store, petrol station, local bus stop, park and the excellent Tinto Hotel. The market town of Biggar just three miles away has many more shops, recreational facilities, schools and restaurants and the larger market town of Lanark is approximately fifteen minutes by car and provides many more amenities including a railway station with direct link to Glasgow Central. Carstairs is a similar distance with rail link to Edinburgh. For those commuting by car Symington's central location offers convenient access to both Edinburgh and Glasgow, and the M74 delivers direct links to the north and south and is approximately seven miles away.

5 The Description The property has been sensitively and tastefully refurbished to the highest standard and affords accommodation of exceptional character and charm retaining countless original features including doors and woodwork, cornicing and fireplaces to name but a few. Wonderful high ceilings are offset by the many refurbished original sash and case windows offering seductive glimpses of the surrounding grounds from every aspect and every room of this exceptional property. The well-proportioned accommodation is arranged over two levels with three separate stairways. The property flows exceptionally well for a house of its size and age. The property exudes quality, space, elegance and style. It is immaculately presented and the attention to detail will not fail to impress.

6 The Accommodation On entering the front porch, the original fully refurbished external doors and beautiful marble flooring offer an indication of what you can expect throughout this beautiful property. The grand reception room features a fireplace with multi-fuel stove and stunning original solid wood staircase. A guest cloakroom/w.c is adjacent and double doors open to the drawing-room which has a pleasing window arrangement, beautiful and original carved fireplace and traditional folding doors separating the impressive formal diningroom.. A small semi-circular garden-room is entered from the diningroom, as is the study, with its lovely corner fireplace and secret hidden stairway to the self-contained flat. Beyond the study is the fabulous billiard-room with traditional window seating and doorway to gardens. The breakfasting kitchen with French doors leading onto a patio area, is furnished with beautiful handcrafted solid oak cabinets, slate tiles and features a gas fired Range cooker, American style fridge-freezer, integrated dishwasher and island unit with Belfast sink. The connecting butler s pantry boasts the same oak cabinets and connects the kitchen to the service area hallway which in turn accesses laundry room, pantry, cloakroom/w.c., coal cellar and stairway to a bedroom and bathroom.

7 The upper hallway is dominated by a large traditional leaded-glass picture window which provides a wonderful backdrop to the majestic staircase and the galleried landing. The spacious hallway accesses all upper apartments which include the master bedroom suite, a further three double bedrooms (one of which has a dressing room), the elegant family bathroom and the internal entrance to the selfcontained flat (formerly staff quarters). The master bedroom suite is flawless, with delightful views of the gardens from various aspects with its own fireplace and an exquisite en-suite bathroom which boasts its own semicircular private balcony.

8 Separately, the immaculate self-contained two bedroom flat can be accessed by a separate front door from the garden or the secret hidden stairway from the study or the doorway from the upper hallway all or any can be locked securely providing privacy where desired. Internally the accommodation is pristine and comprises hallway, spacious lounge with beautiful bay window and corner fireplace, stylish dining kitchen, well- appointed bathroom, beautiful master bedroom and a further single bedroom (see over). Generally the property further benefits from double-glazing (the original sash and case window have been refurbished), both oil fired and gas central heating and wonderful storage facilities. Extending to approximately 7.5 acres the grounds are surrounded by woodland and include a man-made boating pond with traditional Pagoda. There are two stable blocks, a grass paddock and a sand paddock all enclosed. A large garage/storage area is adjacent to the stables. The fish house sits to the rear of the property and houses a sizeable gas heated fish pond. Immediately around the house are landscaped gardens with lawn surrounded by mature trees and bushes, various raised beds with colourful plans and patio and seating areas. A children s playground sits beyond the paddocks. This is a magical home which has been refurbished by the present owners to an exceptionally high standard - ideal for a game of hide and seek or for a quiet escape and game of snooker in the billiard room. The complete attention to detail is remarkable and viewing is essential to appreciate the unique and special qualities of this property.

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13 EXTRAS Included in the sale are all light fittings, blinds, floor coverings and kitchen appliances. NEGOTIABLE Many items of furniture within the property are negotiable with the owners details available by request. VIEWING Tel Ness Gallagher Property at WEBSITES OFFERS Offers are invited in the style of the Scottish Standard Clauses (edition1).. WARRANTY Whilst we endeavour to make theses particulars as accurate as possible, they do not form part of any contract on offer, nor are they guaranteed. Measurements as approximate and in most cases are taken with a digital/sonic measuring device and are taken to the widest point. We have not tested the electricity, gas or water services or any appliances. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item is included for sale with the property. If there is any part of this that you find misleading or you simply wish clarification on any point, please contact our office when we will endeavour to assist you in any way possible.