Location
Spindrift occupies a peaceful coastal setting in the popular village of North Queensferry, with stunning views of the Firth of Forth. The house is extremely convenient for commuting, with excellent links to Edinburgh, Dunfermline, Perth and Glasgow. The junction to the M90 is approximately 1.8 miles away with the Queensferry Crossing situated about a mile beyond.
North Queensferry railway station is less than half a mile away. The station is on the Edinburgh and Fife Circle Line, with easy commutes to Edinburgh Haymarket, Edinburgh Waverley, South Gyle and Edinburgh Gateway from where there is a tram to the airport. Mainline connections are available at nearby Inverkeithing, and the Park and Ride at Ferrytoll is about 1.6 miles away. Edinburgh International Airport is within about 13 miles and the Central Belt motorway network is within easy reach.
North Queensferry is a peaceful village offering a range of amenities which include a primary school, nursery, convenience store, pubs, several hotels and restaurants including The Wee Restaurant, and the popular Deep Sea World. Nearby Dunfermline and Inverkeithing provide secondary schooling and a wide range of retail, business and leisure facilities. There is a school bus service from North Queensferry for Mary Erskine and Stewart's Melville schools in Edinburgh.
The Fife Coastal Path nearby is ideal for walkers and runners. The North Queensferry Boat Club is a haven for the sailing set and golfers are also well catered for with a number of golf courses in the surrounding area, the nearest being at Aberdour and Pitreavie. The house overlooks a small harbour with private moorings available.
All distances are approximate.
Description
Offering spacious and contemporary accommodation, Spindrift was built in 1910 as a traditional bungalow and was later re-modelled to add the first floor bedrooms and bathroom. The open plan design of the ground floor allows a seamless flow of the living space, offering cosy relaxation spaces as well as a light and airy dining area and well planned kitchen with breakfast area.
The property is entered through the front porch which leads into the welcoming dining/ sitting room. Here the dining area is set amongst the bay window with water views and built in seating. Off here is the snug family room to the rear which is adjacent to the stairs leading to the first floor, as well as to a ground floor shower room.
To the left of the main space is the full length kitchen with breakfast area. The stylish kitchen features base and wall units with integrated appliances including a dishwasher and Rangemaster Professional with large induction hob and double oven. The kitchen worktop extends into an L shaped peninsula to provide a convenient breakfast bar. There is ample space for a breakfast table on the other side of the room where the windows frame views over the water looking out towards the Queensferry Crossing. A side door leads out to the utility room which provides further counter space for oversized appliances and space for white goods. There is a side door providing access to the rear of the property.
The staircase leads up to the first floor accommodation where there are four double bedrooms and a family bathroom. All four bedrooms feature fitted wardrobes. Two of the bedrooms face out towards the water, enjoying spectacular views, whilst the other two bedrooms face the rear where the outlook features the iconic Forth Rail Bridge.
Outside, the access lane leading to the front door is tarmacked and is suitable for parking. The garden space has been cleverly designed into three areas: an outside kitchen; an alfresco dining area; and a sheltered relaxing area with seating. There is an additional rear patio for further seating/ dining. A large garden shed is also housed here.