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COTTAGE IN THE COUNTRY

This stunning home in Pencaitland

provides the ideal escape

SURROUNDED by picturesque East have been impressively well-maintained
Lothian countryside, Winton Smithy and landscaped. There are paved paths,
Cottage in Pencaitland is the perfect rural lawn areas, shrubbery and trees, and two
retreat. It boasts beautiful gardens, a lovely water features.
charming façade and exceptionally Positioned in the scenic East Lothian
stylish interiors. countryside on the River Tyne, Pencaitland
The current owners have made is a peaceful village less than 40 minutes’
significant upgrades to the property in the drive from the centre of Edinburgh. There
10 years that they have lived there. As well is also a fast and regular bus service linking
as renovating the kitchen and bathrooms, Pencaitland to Edinburgh.
they fitted a new staircase and changed The picturesque village has a number of
the master bedroom. They also converted local amenities, including a primary school.
the outdoor stables into a studio. The town of Haddington is just five miles
Another change they made was away, providing a bigger range of shops
converting the conservatory into a family and eateries. Pencaitland is an ideal base
room, which is one of the highlights of the for those who like spending time outdoors,
cottage. With large windows occupying with a number of walking, running and
three walls, it is flooded with natural light cycling routes nearby.
and offers a stunning view of the extensive p
Winton Smithy Cottage, Pencaitland,
wraparound garden surrounding the EH34 5AY. Offers Over £995,000. Contact
property. There are French doors leading solicitor estate agent Coulters on
to the garden. 0131 253 2215 or visit espc.com with
Winton Smithy Cottage features a reference E409018. EPC rating: D
spacious living room with a wood-burning
stove and there is a charming dining
kitchen with access to the garden. The
kitchen is excellently proportioned and
boasts a large central island which houses
the cooker and provides additional storage
and workspace. The kitchen also has a
stunning open fire.
With five well-proportioned bedrooms,
Winton Smithy Cottage is ideal for a
growing family. Two of the bedrooms are
located on the ground floor, one of which
could be used as a study. The remaining
bedrooms are positioned on the upper floor.
The master bedroom is particularly
impressive, with an en suite shower room,
dressing room and a balcony, where you
can admire the wonderful views of the
surrounding gardens and countryside. One
of the other bedrooms on this floor also
features an en suite shower room.
Separate to the main house, the old
stables are currently used as an artist’s
studio. However, it has a kitchen and
there is room for a bedroom. Subject to
the necessary planning permission, an en
suite bathroom could be added for it to be
used as a holiday let. Alternatively, it would
make an excellent home office, gym or
studio.
The gardens surrounding the property

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