Detached house for sale in Briarlea House, Briarlea Estate, Larkhall, Glasgow ML9

The House
Halliday Homes Collection are delighted to bring to the market ‘Briarlea House' at Briarlea Estate, on the outskirts of Larkhall within easy reach of the motorway and on the edge of the ‘Clyde Valley'. Briarlea House has been finished to an extremely high standard throughout, with incredible attention to detail and provides spacious/versatile family accommodation extending over approximately 14,00ft2/1300m2 and a private plot size of over 1 acre.

The internal accommodation is formed over two levels. On the ground floor is a welcoming hall, large open plan kitchen/dining/living area, boot room, shower room, formal dining room, whisky room, lounge, drawing room, four double bedrooms with en-suite facilities, home gym, boiler room and access to the triple garage. On the first floor - which is accessed via a choice of two staircases and leads to a galleried landing, there is the principal bedrooms suite with dual walk-in wardrobes, sitting area and en-suite, there is a further double bedroom, games room/bar with wrap around balcony and a WC. The triple garage can be accessed externally of via the east wing hallway, adjoining the garage is the dog kennels.

Features within the property include: Electric heating with rhi kick back of £9,000 per annum, under floor heating on whole of the ground floor, principal suite benefitting from being a safe/secure room, hidden bookshelf door to the wine cellar, bespoke kitchen designed by Palazzo with Miele and Lacanche Appliances, Sonus System with ceiling mounted speakers throughout the entire home, central media cupboard, Cat 6 cabling, Fire/Smoke and Security Alarm Systems, CCTV, solid wood doors throughout with glass panels, cornice throughout and feature lighting. Externally there is feature lighting and safety electrical sockets on all elevations.

The Garden
Externally the property has wrap around gardens and an array Sandstone paths and patios, with every aspect currently being utilised to maximise the views and sun. The garden areas are secured with either dry stone dyke walls or post and wire fencing with a mix of mature and newly planted shrubs. To the rear of the property is the most magnificent, tiered landscaped garden, with spacious patios and areas of natural lawn alongside astroturf, a putting green, gravelled flower/planting beds all on the upper level. On the middle level are further sandstone/gravel patios, feature circular raised bed with up lighters and gravel bed. On the lower level is a timber pergola is a circular shape with slabbed patio and path around, the lower level is laid to lawn with wildflowers and shrubs. A feature of the rear garden is the timber constructed gazebo/cabin, finished in burnt cladding with power and light, seating area and hot tub - this split level area can be accessed from the top and middle tier of the garden. To the front of the property is the private, courtyard style arrangement with monobloc driveway which provides ample off-street parking and gives access to the garage and kennels. Secured by electric driveway gates and code accessed side gate. This area has multiple patios, which can be accessed via all rooms on the ground floor, with a mixtures and plants/shrubs, slabbed area, as well as gravel beds.

The Location
Briarlea is only a short distance from Larkhall. Larkhall sits on high ground between the River Clyde to the East and the Avon Water to the West. Larkhall rests on the edge of the scenic Clyde Valley and is a commuter town for Glasgow. The town has a selection of high street and local shops, and there is a wide variety of restaurants, cafes and pubs. Near to the M74, this leaves Glasgow only 20 minutes and Edinburgh 50 minutes away by car. The town has regular bus services to a variety of places including Hamilton, Motherwell, Lanark and Wishaw. Larkhall railway station connects to Glasgow and Dalmuir. Merryton railway station lies on the north edge of the town and connects with the same service as Larkhall station. Nearby to Larkhall is Chatelherault Country Park, which has exhibitions on the history of the areas as well as a visitor centre and walks.

This property neighbours Bothwell which is highly regarded for their excellent Main Streets where you can find the majority of every day shopping needs and a great choice of restaurants, bistros and pubs. For those commuting by public transport there are regular bus and train services from Uddingston to the surrounding towns and cities.

EPC Rating C70
Council Tax Band H

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Reception Hall
Accessed via timber clad double doors with four feature glass panels in each, Egyptian slate tiles, two oak staircases leading to the galleried landing with large roof window. Giving access to Kitchen area, formal dining room and lounge. Ethanol fire and wood panelling to the walls.

Kitchen/Breakfasting Room
A spacious room with a fantastic array of custom built wall and base units with complementary Granite worktop and central island/breakfast bar. The feature island unit has a sunken Belfast style sink, mixer tap, Meile dishwasher and Miele wine fridge. A bank of wall units housing storage and Miele appliances including steam oven, hot drawer and coffee machine and a fitted Fridge/Freezer. Freestanding Lachance hob/grill. Accessed of the Kitchen is a separate utility room/pantry which has a range of wall & base units with ample work surface and Quooker Tap. Space for washing machine and tumble dryer. Further space for day to day dining. Two French Doors giving access to the rear of the property. Egyptian slate tiles. TV/BT points and ceiling speakers.

Living Room
Open plan to the Kitchen with bay window arrangement overlooking the rear Garden. Carpeted flooring, feature TV wall with wall mounted TV and gas fire below.

Boot Room
Fully fitted with custom built cabinetry, created from a former Oak tree located within the garden grounds. Bench seating, space for coats/jackets and shoes. Egyptian slate tiled flooring.

Shower Room
Fully fitted, modern Shower Room, over-sized open shower with smoked glass screen, dual whb set in countertop with wall mounted mirror above. Self-opening. Smart WC with hand-controlled bidet. Feature glass mirror panelling to the walls and opaque window.

Dining Room
Magnificent, well-proportioned room currently holding a 12-seat dining table and large feature chandelier. Bi-fooling doors leading out to the front garden and patio area. Ceiling mounted speakers, wood panelled walls, window to the rear and hardwood flooring.

Whiskey Room
Open plan to the Dining Room, the ‘Whiskey Room' is fully fitted with be-spoke shelving with glass doors and lighting, ideal for showcasing a collection of bottles. Log burning open fire and bi-folding doors leading to a front patio area. The truly unique part of this property is a ‘hidden door' located with the bookshelves, one leading to the wine cellar and the other to the East Wing Hall.

East Wing Hall
Accessed via the hidden bookshelf door, leading to Bedrooms 4 & 5 with access to the garage. Carpeted flooring, roof lights and ample sockets.

Bedroom 5
Lovely bright west facing room with sliding doors to the front courtyard, TV point and carpeted flooring.

En-Suite
Contemporary suite of wash hand basin with vanity unit and WC. Be-spoke tiles to walls and floor, tiled shower cubicle with mains rain shower, heated towel rail, vanity mirror and opaque window.

Bedroom 6
A further west facing room with sliding doors to the front courtyard, fitted wardrobe with internal lighting, built in bedside lighting, carpeted flooring and TV point.

En-Suite
Contemporary shower room suite of wash hand basin with vanity unit and WC. Be-spoke tiles to walls and floor, tiled shower cubicle with mains rain shower, heated towel rail, vanity mirror and opaque window.

Drawing Room
Open plan area ideal for formal nights and entreating. Feature gas fire with Silestone hearth & surrounds, TV/BT points and ceiling speakers. Eye catching wallpaper to the TV wall, carpeted flooring and double doors leading to hall. Bi-folding doors to the front courtyard.

Library
Located off the drawing room, two steps up, creating a lower ceiling and a comfortable feel. Bi-folding doors to the front garden and carpeted flooring.

West Wing Hall
Continuation of the carpeted flooring in the Library/Drawing room, and giving access to Bedroom 3 & 4, the Boiler Room and further door to gymnasium.

Gymnasium
Bright room with two sets of French Doors, one to the front courtyard and another to a private patio. Raised vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and full height window on the gable wall. Hardwood flooring and TV point. Base units with storage below and fridge.

Bedroom 3
Lovely bedroom overlooking the front courtyard garden. Fitted wardrobe with internal lighting, built in bedside lighting, carpeted flooring and TV point.

En-Suite
Contemporary shower room suite consisting of wash hand basin with vanity unit and WC. Tiling to the walls and floor, tiled shower cubicle with mains rain shower and handheld shower attachment, heated towel rail, vanity mirror, double cupboard and window.

Bedroom 4
A further double bedroom with sliding doors leading out to the patio area with the front courtyard. Carpeted flooring, radiator and TV point.

En-Suite
Contemporary suite of wash hand basin with vanity unit and WC. Be-spoke tiles to walls and floor, tiled shower cubicle with mains rain shower, heated towel rail, vanity mirror and opaque window.

Gallery Landing
The upper hall gives access to the Principal Suite, Bedroom 2 and the Bar/Games rooms. Carpeted flooring, windows over-looking to front of the property, feature roof window with pendant lights.

Principal Bedroom Suite
Well-proportioned room with seating area and dual walk in dressing rooms. Bay window arrangement giving uninterrupted views of the Clyde Valley. Carpeted flooring, feature gas fire with TV wall above and ceiling speakers. The room benefits from being a safe/Secure room and gives the homeowner peace of mind for security purposes if required.

En-Suite
Contemporary bathroom suite with free standing bath and dual wash hand basins set on countertop with large mirror above and lighting. Ornate heated towel rail, fully tiled walls and floor, feature lighting and window. Separate open shower room with mains rainwater showerhead and glass screen, separate handheld shower and feature down lighters. Separate WC cubicle with door, accessed off the en-suite.

Dressing Rooms
Completing the Principal Bedroom are two fabulous dressing areas, accessed on either side of the room, with a range of custom built fitted wardrobes with internal lighting, bank of storage drawers, carpeted flooring, feature dressing table with mirror and lights and windows at either end. One of which has a central storage.

Bedroom 2
Lovely bedroom with feature raised ceiling, exposed beams and French doors with Juliet balcony overlooking the rear garden. Carpeted flooring, window and TV point.

WC
Located off the hall, within easy reach of the Games Room/Bar, tiled flooring and wood panelling to the walls with recessed shelving. Wash hand basin set on countertop with further storage below and fitted mirror to the wall. Two cubicles, one with a WC and the other with two urinals.

Games Room/Bar
This space is ideal for entertaining and has a fully equipped bar, with ample storage and work surface space including fridges, ice machine and shelving above with mirror glass splashback and uplighting. The floor space currently utilises a pool table, with light above and seating area with wall mounted TV. Raised ceiling with exposed beams and wooden flooring. The room feature a truly breathtaking balcony with glass screens, which wraps around the outside of the property - this can be accessed via dual French Doors.

Garage
Large triple garage plus access to the dog Kennels, with powered up-and-over garage doors, heating, lighting and power points. This area is fully fitted with storage units, ideal for the car enthusiast.

Agents Note
We believe these details to be accurate, however it is not guaranteed, and they do not form any part of a contract. Fixtures and fittings are not included unless specified otherwise. Photographs are for general information, and it must not be inferred that any item is included for sale with the property. Areas, distances, and room measurements are approximate only and the floor plans, which are for illustrative purposes only, may not be to scale.