Flat for sale in 3, Inzievar House, Dunfermline - 2 bedrooms, 1 reception room, 2 bathrooms

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Elegant and well proportioned first floor apartment forming part of one of Fife’s finest country houses, set in peaceful countryside close to the Firth of Forth

Accommodation comprises Reception Hall, Sitting room, open plan kitchen with dining area, Principal bedroom with en suite shower room, further double bedroom, bathroom, study, and laundry room.

Approximately 7 acres of shared informal country house gardens, parkland and woodland.

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Inzievar House is a magnificent mansion house built in 1856 for the Smith-Sligo family.

The house was designed by David Bryce, a Victorian architect based in Edinburgh best known for his Scottish baronial country houses, Bank of Scotland Headquarters on the Mound, and Fettes College.

External architectural detail, (turrets, crow step gables, oriel windows) creates an immediate impression.

Internally, the apartment provides generous well formed accommodation comprising entrance vestibule, 30 foot long inner reception hallway, superb open plan lounge/dining room to fantastic re-fitted kitchen with quality solid oak units and granite working surfaces, two excellent double bedrooms, one with en suite shower room, bathroom, laundry room, and flexible room used as a reading room with possible other uses as home office/study. 

The property has traditional features such as original wood floorboards and a magnificent working fireplace with slate hearth and marble mantel.

The property benefits from a wet electric central heating system.

Inzievar House is quietly situated within 7 acres of communal parkland and woodland and enjoys breathtaking views towards the Firth of Forth. 

Rarely available on the open market, a distinctive home of broad appeal to a professional client seeking an out of the ordinary apartment in a peaceful tranquil location away from city life yet within easy reach of the Forth Road Bridge and Edinburgh City Centre. 

 

LOCATION

Inzievar House is situated in a rural country location outside the village of Oakley which features shopping for everyday requirements, a local primary school and Church.  There are many countryside walks and cycle trails surrounding Oakley. Further shopping facilities can be found in nearby Dunfermline.  Easy access for the commuter can be gained to the A90/M90 motorway networks connecting to the North and, via the Forth Road Bridge, to Edinburgh and the West. There are also two railway stations in Dunfermline connecting to local and national areas.  Regular bus routes connect the village to Dunfermline. 

 

 

TRAVEL DIRECTIONS

Travelling from Edinburgh, once over the Forth Road Bridge, take the second (A985) turn off and head for Rosyth. Continue on this road toward Kincardine Bridge for approximately 5 miles until you come to a major roundabout. Take the 3^rd turning signposted Oakley. After approximately 2 miles, the entrance to Inzievar Wood is on the left hand side.

 

Travelling from Dunfermline, follow the A907 through the village of Carnock and continue into Oakley.  Turn left into Station Road, continue along to the mini roundabout and proceed straight ahead passing the school on the right hand side, proceed under the railway bridge then turn left and first right into Inzievar Wood. 

 

Continue along the drive for approximately ½ mile passing by the coach house courtyard on the right, Inzievar House is situated at the end of the drive. 

 

Access to apartment No 3 is via the white entrance door.

ACCOMMODATION

All sizes are approximate

 

 

COMMUNAL ENTRANCE HALL:                                   

An elegant communal reception hall and upper hall with an abundance of period features including original wooden floorboards and banisters, ornate ceiling cornice work, original fireplace, stained glass window, and a stone turnpike stair which leads to the flat at first floor level.

 

 

INNER VESTIBULE:                                                      5’9 x 5’1 (1m75 x 1m56)

New fitted carpet. Coat hooks, Cupboard housing fuse box.

Door to bedroom.  Open to reception hall.

 

RECEPTION HALL:                                                       30’4 x 7’3 (9m24 x 2m22)

Spacious hall with original wooden floorboards. Large storage cupboard housing hot water tank and central heating system. Entryphone. Two radiators.

 

LOUNGE/DININGROOM/KITCHEN:                                28’8 x 18’2 (8m83 x 5m54)

This bright, large reception room is split into two distinct areas;

 

Kitchen area

The kitchen has recently been refitted with solid oak units and granite work surfaces. Integrated SMEG appliances include stainless steel double oven, stainless steel microwave, fridge freezer, ceramic hob, stainless steel hood with extractor fan, and dishwasher. Slate tiled floor with under-floor heating. Sash and case window. Open plan to;

 

Living / Dining Area;

Comfortable and spacious living area with original open fireplace, slate hearth and marble mantel. Plain ceiling cornice work. New fitted carpet. Two sash and cash windows with working shutters, giving a pleasant outlook over the surrounding woodland. Two radiators. BT point.

 

BEDROOM 1:                                                                19’0 x 14’11 (5m79 x 4m56)

A superb master bedroom featuring twin Georgian style sash and case windows with working shutters.  Ample room for free standing bedroom furniture.  Original wooden floor.  Coving surround to ceiling. High skirtings.  Shelved press.  Plain ceiling cornice work. One Radiator.

 

BEDROOM 2:                                                                15’2 x 14’0 (4m73 x 4m27)

A generous sized second double bedroom featuring sash and case Georgian style windows with working shutters.  Ample room for free standing bedroom furniture.  Plain ceiling cornice work. New fitted carpet.  Two Radiators.  Door to en suite shower room.

 

EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM:                              9’6 x 4’10 (2m90 x 1m48)max sizes

Comprising double sized shower cubicle with Mira Sport shower, WC, and pedestal wash hand basin. Small window. One Radiator.

 

READING ROOM:                                                          8’8 x 5’0 (2m66 x 1m53)

This room offers varied potential, at present used as a quiet reading room by our client, however could be adapted as a home office/study.  Original wooden flooring.  Georgian style window formation in recess to the side.  Coving surround to ceiling.  Wall mounted light fitting. 

 

BATHROOM:                                                                12’9 x 6’0 (3m90 x 1m84)

Large bathroom comprising bath, pedestal wash hand basin, and WC. Deep storage linen cupboard. One Radiator.

 

LAUNDRY ROOM

Ample sized laundry room, housing washer dryer and additional freezer. New fitted carpet.

 

EXTRAS:

Brand new fitted carpets, SMEG Integrated Fridge/Freezer, SMEG double oven, SMEG microwave, SMEG Integrated dishwasher, SMEG ceramic hob, and SMEG Hood, AEG Electrolux washer dryer, all light fittings, as well as the mirror in the living room will be included in the sale.

By separate negotiation are sofas, bedroom furniture and other items.

 

OUTSIDE:

The property lies in approximately 7 acres of delightful wooded grounds, parkland and lawns, with a magnificent open outlook down towards the Forth Rail Bridge and Road bridges and the Firth of Forth.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The residents association have a managed factor whereby each home owner contributes £30 per calendar month into a special Inzievar fund towards the maintenance and upkeep of the garden grounds.  Each owner is responsible for their own buildings and contents insurance.

 

VIEWING:

Strictly by appointment through our Property Department on 01324 626107.

 

ENTRY:

Negotiable to suit purchaser.

 

COUNCIL TAX:

Band ‘E’ - £1830.31

 

REF:

KMcL/S2701

 

DISCLAIMER:
Whilst we endeavour to make these particulars as accurate as possible they do not form part of any contract or offer nor are they guaranteed.   Measurements are approximate and in most cases are taken with a digital/sonic measuring device and are taken to the widest point.

 

HOUSE SALES:

If you have a house to sell we provide FREE pre-sales advice including valuation.  We will visit your home and discuss in detail all aspects of selling and buying including costs and marketing strategy.

 

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property reference: RUAI999000256

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