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Period property in a prime position
GIFFNOCK is one of the most desirable, high-amenity suburbs on the south side of Glasgow, an area synonymous with traditional period family properties, some of the most highly rated schools in the West of Scotland, a village-style core with upmarket independent shops and eateries, and excellent travel links with a local train station and easy access to the M77/M8.
Slightly elevated and set well back from Eglinton Drive, Strathallan dates from circa 1905 and is distinguished by its broad fronted corner plot, and large, fully enclosed, southfacing rear garden grounds with gated driveway and garage.
Inside, this handsome blonde sandstone Edwardian home displays a wealth of original period detail (notably beautiful stained glass, wood floors, open fireplaces, finely detailed woodwork and plasterwork) combined with newer improvements and additions, including an upgraded gas heating system and boiler, upgraded slate roof in addition to a rear extension, refurbished and replaced sash and case double-glazed windows, upgraded and refitted dining kitchen (with inset range cooker and integrated appliances), three bathrooms (one en suite), and security alarm and CCTV system.
The result is a substantial four-bed/four reception family home which has clearly been carefully maintained and cherished over the years and is packed full of character and interest.
Over two floors, the accommodation includes an impressive central hall leading to a bay-windowed sitting room with a focal stone fireplace and superbly detailed plaster
ceiling; formal dining room, and side-facing bay-windowed family room (both with feature open fireplaces).
There is also a 20ft wood floored fitted kitchen open-planned to a family dining area – beyond which a rear entrance hallway/ boot room leads to a spacious double bedroom, adjacent shower room, utility with adjoining store, and internal access to the attached single garage.
Upstairs, past an impressive arched stained-glass window on the half-landing, are three further bedrooms – principal with extensive built-in storage and en suite bathroom with separate shower – office, and large family bathroom with freestanding bath, vanity storage, and separate corner shower. There is also a partially floored attic.
The gardens are a key feature – the front comprising broad lawn with mature trees and low-maintenance shrubs, while the suntrap rear garden features a paved patio dining area, trees, and a sizable lawn (currently home to a life-size ornamental sheep) – as is the leafy location and local leisure amenities such as Rouken Glen Park, David Lloyd Sports Club, Whitecraigs Gold Club, and Giffnock and Whitecraigs tennis clubs. Offers over £950,000 are invited by Corum’s Newton Mearns office.