2 SMIDDY COTTAGES, NEWMILN, BY GUILDTOWN PH2 6AE

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1 2 SMIDDY COTTAGES, NEWMILN, BY GUILDTOWN PH2 6AE Offers Over 175,000 Entrance Vestibule Livingroom Kitchen 3 Bedrooms Conservatory Secluded Garden Rural Location Parking This stone-built, mid-terraced Cottage is located on the outskirts of Guildtown, some five miles from Perth, where the outer-ring motorway network provides easy commuting to all major cities in the central belt. The surrounding countryside offers a wealth of leisure and sporting pursuits, whilst local amenities include a primary school, post office, thriving hotel/restaurant and garage/shop. A regular 'bus route covers both Perth and the surrounding villages. The property, built in the 1850s as part of the local 'smiddy', has retained much of its original character and charm, skilfully complemented by modern day comforts and design. Over the past few years the present owner has carried out an extensive programme of upgrading and modernisation, resulting in a well-appointed, spacious family home, which will appeal to a wide variety of tastes. The many attractive features include a welcoming, elegant livingroom (with multi-fuel stove), a modern, designer-style kitchen and bathroom, and a large, light-filled conservatory, with ample space for dining and relaxing. Oil-fired central-heating is installed, windows and conservatory doors are double-glazed, and decor is a pleasing blend of traditional and contemporary. Standing in good-sized gardens, with a large, terraced garden and garage to the rear, this is a highly desirable property, and early viewing is strongly recommended.

2 ENTRANCE VESTIBULE Solid outer door, with glazed upper panel, lock and chain. Quarry tiling; coat hooks; access hatch to main roof space; high-level cupboard, housing electric meters and fusebox; access to all rooms. LIVINGROOM 15'x 14'11" (4.57m x 4.55m)max.approx. Charming, well-proportioned livingroom, with double-glazed 'sash & case' window to front, complemented by deep display sill and traditional shutters. (N.B. All front windows have shutters). Multi-fuel stove, set in stone hearth, with wood mantel above; tiled floor; shelved display recess; wall-mounted display cabinet; telephone point; sky t.v. point; door to kitchen; open access to inner hall. KITCHEN 10' x 8'1"(3.05m x 2.46m)approx. Upgraded during the past two years, and now fitted with contemporary, white 'tongue & groove' base and wall units, incorporating solid wood working surfaces and deep Belfast sink with mixer taps. Four-ring halogen hob with chrome extractor hood above and separate, fan-assisted electric oven; plumbed for automatic washing-machine; integral dishwasher; space for 'fridge/freezer; part-tiled in 'stone'; laminate flooring; ceiling spots; high-level stainless-steel shelving; window to rear; window to conservatory; door to recently constructed utility area. This area comprises a timber 'lean to', providing excellent storage and working facilities. It is fitted with light, power and shelving, and has space for a tumble-dryer. A door leads to the rear garden. CONSERVATORY 14'8" x 9'(4.47m x 2.74m)approx. Spacious, light-filled conservatory, with recently installed double-glazed doors and windows, providing pleasant views over rear terrace and garden. Ample room for dining and relaxing; pine-panelling (in shades of pale terracotta) to three walls; double doors, each with ten-pane glass, leading from hall. INNER HALL Long inner hall, with window to conservatory, incorporating deep display sill. Access to second loft, also housing cold-water tank. (N.B. Both loft spaces have skylight windows). Access to bedrooms and to bathroom. BEDROOM 1 11'6" x 10'6"(3.51m x 3.20m)approx. Tasteful, minimalist double bedroom, with double-glazed 'sash & case' window to front of property. Original cast-iron fireplace with timber mantel above. (N.B. fireplace is no longer in working order). Built-in wardrobe with hanging space, shelving, curtain rail and curtain in front. BEDROOM 2 12'2" x 8'8"(3.71m x 2.64m)approx.

3 Again, a good-sized double bedroom, with double-glazed 'sash & case' window to front of property. Deep display sill; built-in wardrobe with hanging space, shelving, curtain rail and curtain in front. BEDROOM 3 10'4" x 8'3"(3.15m x 2.52m)approx. At present in use as a study, with window to rear of property, and second window overlooking conservatory. Shelved storage cupboard, also housing hot-water tank. BATHROOM Stylish, contemporary bathroom, fitted with white w.c., wash-hand basin and white, panelled bath, with 'Mira Zest' electric shower over bath. Heated, ladder towel rail; shower rail and curtain; built-in storage cupboard; ceiling spots; extractor fan. N.B. Although this is an internal bathroom, there is a circular ceiling fitment, which supplies light from the roof space, providing an attractive focal point. The property, which is 'C' listed, stands in well-designed gardens and grounds, the main area being to the rear, which enjoys a high degree of privacy and seclusion. The front garden is laid mainly to two lawns, interspersed with mature shrubs and plants, including a clematis. There is ample space for pots and tubs. Traditional picket fencing surrounds the garden. The terraced rear garden enjoys the sun throughout the day into the evening, and has many pleasant spots in which to relax, including a recently installed decking area, which has ample room for garden furniture. There is a sweeping lawn, a patio, a garage at the top (accessed from St Martins lane), a timber shed and a double log store. The garage is fitted with light, power and water. GENERAL It is proposed to include all fitted carpets, flooring, curtains, blinds and light fittings in the sale, together with the integral dishwasher and the garden shed and log store. LOCATION Travel across Perth Bridge, turning left at lights into Bridgend. Continue to traffic lights, taking the Isla Road (low road) towards Blairgowrie. Before coming to Guildtown there is a sign on the left-hand side indicating the right turn for St Martins and Balbeggie. Immediately after this sign is a row of three cottages, with parking to the front. Number 2 is the middle cottage, and there is a small red postal box adjacent to the front fence. Client: P.Cliff

4 Entry: By arrangement Council Tax:Band D To View: Contact solicitors on Office Ref: CN/JPH December ALWAYS MAKING THE RIGHT MOVE WITH McCASH & HUNTER PROPERTY SERVICES 25 South Methven Street, Perth PH1 5ES Tel: Fax: property2@mccash.co.uk McCash & Hunter is the trading name of McCash & Hunter LLP, a limited liability partnership. Registered in Scotland No. S Registered Office: 25 South Methven Street, Perth PH1 5ES

5 Free valuations of your Property Although these particulars are believed to be accurate they are intended only to give a general description of the property. Their accuracy is not warranted and they do not form part of an offer to sell. McCash & Hunter Ref: /CN/JPH