5 bed detached house for sale

The Old School, Waterside, Lesmahagow ML11

Nestled within a desirable semi-rural setting and enjoying far-reaching open countryside views, this immediately impressive, detached family home dates back to 1870 and was formerly the historic Waterside School. The property has been thoughtfully upgraded and now offers a substantial and flexible family home arranged over two levels with excellent storage throughout.

The ground floor comprises a welcoming reception hallway, a well-appointed kitchen featuring a traditional aga oven and direct access to the garden, a separate utility room, and a dining room with doors opening out onto the garden. The spacious lounge features a charming log burner and opens onto a sun deck with stunning countryside views. A well-proportioned family room provides excellent versatility, ideal as a second sitting room, playroom, or home office. Completing the ground floor is a convenient shower room, enhancing the practicality and overall layout of the home.

Upstairs, the property offers five generously sized bedrooms and two bathrooms, all thoughtfully arranged to maximise space and natural light. Each room enjoys attractive outlooks, creating a wonderful sense of openness and tranquillity throughout the upper floor.

The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, featuring a stylish en suite shower room, a walk-in closet, and dual-aspect windows that frame far-reaching rural views. The remaining bedrooms are equally well-proportioned, making them ideal for family living, guest accommodation, or flexible use as study or hobby spaces.

Externally, the home is set within sizeable garden grounds, enjoying open countryside views and a peaceful semi-rural setting that affords a high degree of privacy. Despite its tranquil location, the property remains within easy reach of nearby towns of Strathaven and Lesmahagow. This superb home combines rural charm with spacious living and is perfectly suited for families seeking a tranquil lifestyle without compromising on comfort.

Further benefits include double glazing throughout and oil-fired central heating.

Overall, this home represents a rare opportunity to acquire a property of such size, character, and flexibility-seldom available in today’s market. Early internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this exceptional home has to offer.

The M74 is a short drive from the property providing easy access throughout west and central Scotland including Glasgow and Edinburgh