3 bed end terrace house for sale

Skylark Cottage, The Avenue Philpstoun EH49

This beautifully presented and deceptively spacious family home offers a wonderful blend of character, comfort and flexible living space, all set within a popular and well-established residential area. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully arranged, the accommodation is well suited to modern family life while retaining a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout.

The accommodation begins with a well-appointed kitchen, offering ample storage and worktop space within a practical layout ideal for everyday family use. From here, a natural flow goes through the home, linking the kitchen seamlessly with the dining room and the remaining ground-floor living areas.

The dining room is bright and inviting, enhanced by a charming gas log burner effect stove that creates a cosy yet sociable space, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. This leads through to the main hallway, flowing to the generous lounge, which is tastefully decorated and enjoys French doors opening into the conservatory. The conservatory provides an additional reception space flooded with natural light and offering pleasant views over the rear garden, making it an ideal place to relax throughout the year.

Also on the ground floor is the extended principal bedroom, a particularly impressive space benefiting from excellent proportions, fitted storage and a modern en-suite shower room. A well-appointed family bathroom is also located on this level, featuring a classic suite with a roll-top bath, adding a touch of character.

On the upper floor, there are two further well-proportioned bedrooms, both versatile and ideal for children, guests or home working. These rooms benefit from access to a convenient Jack and Jill WC, providing added practicality for family living.

Externally, the property enjoys a generous and private rear garden, laid mainly to lawn and bordered by mature planting, with several areas ideal for outdoor seating and entertaining. The garden is further enhanced by a detached single garage, offering space for both a vehicle and a workshop area, with access to the road via an up-and-over door and an additional door leading directly into the garden. There is also a spacious summerhouse, providing ample room for entertaining, hobbies or simply enjoying the garden in comfort.

Overall, this is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a character-filled and flexible family home, offering well-balanced accommodation, excellent outdoor space and a layout that caters perfectly to modern living - all presented in true move-in-ready condition.

EPC - D55

Council Tax Band - C

EPC Rating: D

Location

Philpstoun is a popular and well-established village, ideally positioned within West Lothian and offering a wonderful balance of peaceful village living with excellent accessibility. The village enjoys a strong sense of community and is surrounded by open countryside, making it ideal for those who appreciate a quieter lifestyle while remaining well connected.
The nearby historic town of Linlithgow provides a wider range of amenities including independent shops, cafés, restaurants, leisure facilities and well-regarded schooling at both primary and secondary level. Linlithgow Train Station offers regular services to Edinburgh and Glasgow, making the area particularly attractive to commuters.
Philpstoun itself benefits from local green spaces, scenic walking routes and easy access to nearby towns such as Bo’ness, Linlithgow and Falkirk. Excellent road links via the M9 and M8 place Edinburgh, Glasgow and Stirling within comfortable commuting distance.
With its combination of village charm, surrounding countryside and convenient transport links, Philpstoun is a highly desirable location for families and professionals alike.

Lounge

This inviting lounge is a beautifully proportioned and comfortable living space, featuring a charming focal fireplace that adds character and warmth. The room is filled with natural light and offers ample space for a range of furniture layouts, making it ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. French doors open through to the adjoining conservatory, creating a lovely flow between indoor and outdoor living and enhancing the sense of space. Finished in soft, neutral tones with attractive flooring throughout, this is a welcoming and versatile room perfectly suited to modern family life.

Dining Room

A beautifully presented and welcoming dining room, finished in soft, calming tones and complemented by quality wood flooring. The room offers excellent space for family dining and entertaining, with a charming wood-burning stove set within a feature fireplace adding warmth and character. A staircase rises neatly from the room, creating a lovely sense of flow, while natural light enhances the bright and airy feel. This is a versatile and inviting space, ideal for both everyday living and hosting.

Kitchen

The kitchen is bright and welcoming, finished in a soft contemporary palette with a range of cream base and wall units providing excellent storage. Ample worktop space makes this a practical and functional room, ideal for everyday family life, while the integrated gas hob with stainless steel splashback and extractor forms a real focal point. Space is well planned to accommodate a large American-style fridge freezer, eye level double electric oven and the room further benefits from excellent natural light, recessed ceiling spotlights and a pleasant outlook. Overall, a well-proportioned kitchen that is both stylish and highly usable.

Conservatory

The conservatory is a bright and inviting space, flooded with natural light through wraparound glazing and a pitched glazed roof. Enjoying pleasant outlooks over the garden, this versatile room is ideal as a second sitting area, relaxation space or garden room, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. French patio doors provide direct access to the garden, while the generous proportions allow for comfortable seating, making it perfect for year-round enjoyment.

Master Bedroom With En-Suite

This generously proportioned bedroom is beautifully presented, offering a calm and relaxing retreat. The room comfortably accommodates a king sized bed along with wall length fitted mirrored storage and additional floor space for further bedroom furniture; while the soft colour palette and excellent natural light enhance the sense of space. A large recessed area provides flexibility for storage or dressing space. The en suite shower room is stylishly finished and well laid out, comprising a modern WC, wash hand basin and shower enclosure, creating a practical and private addition to the bedroom.

Bathroom

The family bathroom is well presented and finished in a warm, neutral palette. The room features a traditional freestanding roll-top bath with overhead electric shower, WC and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit providing useful storage. A chrome heated towel rail adds comfort, while a window to the rear allows for natural light and ventilation, creating a bright and relaxing space suitable for everyday family use.

Bedroom

This charming upper-level bedroom offers a bright and welcoming space, ideal as a child’s bedroom, guest room or home office. Featuring twin velux windows that flood the room with natural light, the space enjoys a pleasant outlook and a cosy atmosphere throughout the day. The room is well laid out to accommodate a bed, storage furniture and additional furnishings, with the sloping ceiling adding character while still allowing practical use of floor space. Finished in soft, neutral tones, this versatile room is both comfortable and functional, making it a great addition to the home. Seamless dual access to a contemporary Jack and Jill bathroom from each bedroom.

Bedroom

This bright and versatile bedroom benefits from twin velux-style window, allowing excellent natural light throughout the day. The room is well proportioned and currently accommodates both a comfortable bed and a dedicated home working area, making it ideal as a bedroom, guest room or home office. Neutral décor and sloped ceilings add character, while built-in storage opportunities maximise the available space and functionality. Both bedrooms benefit from direct access to a beautifully appointed Jack and Jill bathroom.

Rear Garden

The rear garden is a real highlight of the home, offering a generous and fully enclosed outdoor space that is both private and versatile. Laid mainly to lawn and bordered by mature planting, it provides an ideal setting for relaxing, entertaining or family life. A patio area offers the perfect spot for outdoor dining, while the garden is further enhanced by a detached single garage, providing space for both a vehicle and workshop/storage use, with access from the roadside via an up-and-over door and an additional door leading directly into the garden. There is also a spacious summerhouse, offering plenty of room for entertaining, hobbies or use as a peaceful retreat. Well maintained and enjoying a quiet outlook, the garden forms a fantastic extension of the living accommodation and can be enjoyed throughout the seasons.