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"This charming period cottage with large garden offers a unique opportunity for idyllic rural living, within easy reach of Linlithgow train station and the M8 and M9 motorways. The cottage adjoins, the 16th century Ochiltree Castle, in the semi rural hamlet of Ochiltree, which is et amidst beautiful countryside just a 35 minute drive from West Edinburgh.

Finer Details
Category A Listed, 3 Bedroom Semi Detached Cottage in a delightful rural setting
Linlithgow Academy Catchment
Historic 16th century cottage attached to Ochiltree Castle, a traditional Scottish tower house
Handsome Stone Built Period Property Filled with Charm and Character
Positioned on a Magnificent Garden Plot extending to some 0.35 Acres or thereby
Panoramic Views towards the River Forth
Situated in a Sought After Rural Locale, only a 10 Minute Drive from Linlithgow
Beautifully Presented Garden Grounds featuring a Generous Area Laid to Lawn; with Mature Plants, Trees and Shrubs
Soft Fruit Garden and vegetable or cutting garden patch
Gated Driveway, Large Garage and a Workshop
Glasshouse and Garden Shed
Velux Windows offer an Abundance of Natural Light
Well Presented Throughout with Contemporary Renovations
Entrance Porch Sun Room
Bright and Airy Living Room with Exposed Wooden Beams and Stone Feature Wall, a Wood Burning Stove, and Gable End Shaped Windows with Sliding Doors
South Facing Garden Courtyard
Spacious and Elegant Dining Room
Cosy second Sitting Room with a Deep Recessed Feature Window, and a Wood Burning Stove
Up to Date Kitchen with Integral Appliances and Quartz Worktops
Well Equipped Utility Room
Family Bathroom with Spa Bath, and a Shower Room
3 King Size Bedrooms
Great Amount of Storage Space Throughout

Services
Oil Fired Central Heating
Renewable Energy Systems
Shared Septic Tank
Mains Water
Internet Connection

Good to Know
Access Driveway Shared with Ochiltree Castle
Double Glazed Windows
15 20 Minute Drive to Edinburgh Airport
10 Minute Drive to Linlithgow Town Centre Train Station
A Wide Range of Countryside Walks nearby
Linlithgow Academy Catchment Top 10 Secondary School The Times Scotland High School League Table 2024
5 minutes drive from Beecraigs Country Park, which has a wide range of walks, biking tracks, adventure playground, and picnic areas.

The Property
Tucked off the Auldhill Road on the outskirts of Linlithgow, turn into the hamlet of Ochiltree, an ever sought after collection of distinctive period homes nestled in beautiful countryside, set against the stunning backdrop of Ochiltree Castle.

Ochiltree Castle Gate, is a charming three bedroom cottage, and former dairy building dating back to the 16th century, which has been masterfully converted to the highest of standards, offering hugely generous open plan living spaces, bright and airy bedrooms, and a modern kitchen.

Once inside you will find, a comforting, welcoming home with lovely period touches, and a hugely generous and mature garden with rolling lawns and wonderful view. Park up in your driveway and you will immediately take note of this characterful cottage s handsome exterior fa ade.

Returning from a muddy countryside walk, step in the entrance porch sun room , with plenty of storage space being offered the perfect entrance for outdoor enthusiast or dog walker.

Congregate in the hugely generous living room, with the impressive full height shaped windows and wood burning stove serving as a focal points. It is the perfect space for throwing a party and entertaining family or friends. There is a formal dining room next door, with this elegant room being generously proportioned and perfect for having a dinner party.

Follow the flow through to the up to date kitchen breakfast room which serves up a practical kitchen complete with modern luxuries such as high quality integrated appliances and quartz worktops. The utility room houses the laundry appliances and is well equipped.

Navigate yourself back to the hallway to find the guest king size bedroom which is an excellent size, and further benefits from having lovely views towards the River Forth. Next door is the family bathroom which is stylish and contemporary in design. This bedroom would be ideal for guests or an independent teenager.

Moving back to the east elevation, walking through the cosy lounge, where you will find two spacious king size bedrooms accessed from the living room which are light, bright and cosy all at once. These bedrooms are serviced by a nearby shower room.

Gardens and Grounds
Outside, the sublime surroundings of Ochiltree Castle Gate create a bubble of nature separating this semi rural home from the wider world.

To the rear a large area of lawn is bordered by mature, tall trees and shrubs, awash with colour in springtime when the various flowers and shrubs bloom. Typical of Scotland, this natural garden rises and falls in very gentle hilly fashion, perfect for Easter egg rolling and children s adventures.

Wrapping around the home, explore the pathways through the garden and woodland, building dens, playing hide and seek and enjoying a sense of freedom rarely experienced in modern society.

The all surrounding mature garden greenery combine to create a buffer between this lovely home and the countryside beyond. A home with so much to offer, Ochiltree Castle Gate is a haven of relaxation within easy reach of Edinburgh.

Agent
This property was brought to the market by Chris Platt of Paul Rolfe LUXE and he would be more than happy to discuss any aspect of this magnificent home, please call the Linlithgow office to arrange a call back.

To book a viewing please call our Linlithgow office.

Early viewing is highly recommended and strictly by appointment only. Interested parties should submit a formal note of interest through their solicitor at the earliest opportunity.

Please contact the selling agent for items, fixtures and fittings included in the sale.

The floorplan, description and brochure are intended as a guide only. All prospective buyers are recommended to carry out due diligence before proceeding to make an offer."