BANKTON HOUSE NORTH

NEAR TRANENT

EAST LOTHIAN

EH33 ING

A must have property within a stunning detached house of historic interest. Set in entirely open countryside with lovely views and extensive shared grounds Entrance Hall, Cloakroom WC, Sitting Room, Dining Room, Study, New Kitchen, 3 Double bedrooms, Master En-suite Bathroom, 2nd WC and Principal Bathroom. Gas Central Heating, Security System and approx 10 Acres of shared Garden Ground including large apple and pear Orchard, Paddock and Garaging. 

NOTES OF SALE

Sold recently by Russel Aitken.  All services throughout the property were untested. Any purchasers must satisfy themselves with the condition of any central heating boilers, radiators, gas fires, electric showers and all other installations. Every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars however no warranty can be given for the accuracy of the details contained herein.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Bankton House North forms the principle part of a stunning detached property of historical significance. The property and grounds have been extensively upgradedand refurbished by a selection of charitable trusts including Historic Scotland and East Lothian Enterprise Trust. Using the existing shell of the property master craftsmen have painstakingly restored, renovated and rebuilt the property which now reflects its former individual glory. The present owners of Bankton House North have

further enhanced the interior of the property, which now offers a delightful blend of modern sophisticated living in a traditional environment. The generously proportioned accommodation is set over

four floors and is accessed via the original Bankton House stone staircase and entrance.

LOCATION

The property is situated between the popular East Lothian towns of Tranent and Prestonpans. Set in its own individual location there are many excellent local amenities in both Tranent and Prestonpans including a nearby sports centre with extensive playing fields, swimming pools and station with a 15

minute rail link to Edinburgh Waverley.  Edinburgh City Centre is within a comfortable 14 miles from the property and easily accessible along the A1 bypass taking approx 20 mins. Superb recreational facilities are available throughout East Lothian including its world famous golf courses and popular sport centres. Local nursery, primary and secondary schools are all found within approximately a two mile radius and private schooling is available at Loretto College, Musselburgh.

HEATING

The property benefits from a system of gas fired central heating with a new Combi boiler.

TRAVEL DIRECTIONS

Traveling south on the A1 from Edinburgh:

Take the first turn off signposted Tranent/Musselburgh, continue up slip road to traffic lights, turn right at traffic lights heading for Tranent and look for turn off which is located approximately

100 yards before petrol station. Travel down side road over bridge and take right into main drive for Bankton

House, with large signs for Bankton House on either side of the entrance.

BEDROOM 3 13’5 X 9’8

With west facing window, wooden panel shutter, low level access to eves. Superb views towards Pentland Hills.

OUTSIDE

The property is surrounded by approximately 10 acres of mature communal gardens, which include a large

woodland area and orchard. A sweeping shared drive leads to semi-circular parking bay. A large garage and another outside storage are located to the side of the property.

ACCOMMODATION

(All Sizes Approximate)

VESTIBULE

Entrance to the property is via a stunning stone staircase, which in turn leads to reception vestibule through twin leaf wood panel doors. High-level fan light, multi-glazed panel door giving direct access into hall. All quality flooring included.

ENTRANCE HALL

Welcoming open hallway with amtico flooring, sweeping timber staircase with central carpet tread and cast iron balustrade leading to the first floor hallway, plain cornice surround and wall mounted radiator, under stair storage cupboard.

CLOAKROOM WC

With white two piece WC suite consisting of wash hand basin with low flush WC, extractor fan, vinyl floor tiling, tile splash back surround.

FIRST FLOOR HALLWAY

Large first floor hallway with carpeted flooring and paneled doors. Multi-glazed panel window enjoying outlook over woodland area, deep walk in storage cupboard with twin paneled doors. Plain cornice surround and large double paneled doors giving access into lounge.

LOUNGE 17’3 X 12’10

Magnificent sitting room situated within a prominent location to the rear of the property with two south facing windows enjoying open outlook over the orchard. Working timber panel shutters, plain coving surround, central ceiling rose, natural timber flooring, baronial style stone fire place incorporating natural fire and high level mantel.

DINING ROOM 11’3 X 9’8

Large dining room situated to the front of the property, which would also serve as excellent double bedroom with large front facing window. Plain cornice surround.

STUDY 6’8 X 6’5

(into window recess)

Side facing window offering stunning west facing views towards the Pentland Hills, wall mounted radiator and plain coving surround.

KITCHEN 13’ X 7’7

Recently fitted selection of modern floor and wall mounted wooden kitchen units incorporating stainless steel sink with draining board, four-ring ceramic hob, built in oven, extractor hood and microwave. Brushed stainless steel appliances. Tile splash back surround and front facing window with views over paddock.

SECOND FLOOR HALLWAY

With sweeping staircase from first floor hall, central carpet tread, hall area with carpeted flooring. Deep storage cupboard with paneled doors leading to bedroom accommodation and bathroom.

MASTER BEDROOM 15’5 X 14’1

Magnificent master bedroom with two west facing windows enjoying views towards Pentland Hills, paneled door to en-suite bathroom.

EN-SUITE BATHROOM

White four piece bathroom suite consisting of low flush WC, bidet, pedestal wash hand basin and bath unit. Delightful oval paneled front facing window looking onto the paddock woodland area. Cupboard housing washing machine and built in wardrobe. Timber bath paneling, tile splash back area and extractor fan.

BEDROOM 2 11’ X 14’1

A spacious room with two west facing windows enjoying views to Pentland Hills.

BATHROOM 6’ X 7’5

With white four piece bathroom suite consisting of low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin, bath and stylish enclosed shower unit. Timber bath paneling, tiles splash back and extractor fan.

THIRD FLOOR HALL

With sweeping timber staircase from second floor hall, landing area with carpeted flooring, deep storage cupboard with access into eve space.

WC

With white two piece WC suite consisting of WC and wash hand basin, tile splash back surround, extractor fan. Access to attic.