Milngavie | House in Milngavie, United Kingdom

'Pleasant Hill Scotland' is a large ultra-private villa in a quiet residential neighbourhood;
Ideal for WEDDING PARTIES, FAMILY GATHERINGS & MEMORIALS, FUNERAL TEAS, [RESPONSIBLE] HEN & STAG GROUPS + OFFICE TEAM EVENTS:
7 bedroom areas [Has accommodated #25];
HOT SPA TUB (7 person);
Bright & substantial reception room with cathedral ceilings - superb for entertaining;
Solid oak open-plan kitchen with ample appliances;
French windows to terrace/extensive [1½ acre] garden;
Accessible;
Milngavie borders Mugdock Country Park - close BOTH to Loch Lomond & Highlands;
Direct trains to Edinburgh/Glasgow {SEC conference/exhibition centre - 20'ish mins};
Experienced "Premier Host Partner" of VRBO/Expedia;
*** DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR LONGER STAYS DURING LOW SEASON ***
Ideal for 'Staycations', 'Homecomings', family gatherings, wedding party get-togethers, milestone celebration occasions, friend reunions, memorials or family member send-offs.
The Property. Stunning large garden villa in a beautiful area comprising reception hall, lounge/sitting room, home office/working area, six standard bedrooms plus two further bedroom areas, double-basin master bathroom plus three shower rooms with basins plus WCs (FOUR bathrooms in all). [ie. 4 quadruple/family rooms, 1 twin, 1 double plus two further areas with double sofabeds.] All rooms and lounges are spacious enough for flexibility in accommodating extra children, with additional folding beds, or re-configuring as second lounges. The villa has comfortably accommodated 25 overnight guests with ample space for up to 60 daytime guests. All rooms and lounges are spacious enough for flexibility in arranging accommodation (incl. extra folding beds). Bedding and towels are provided for all guests, with mid-week changes of bath linen during longer stays.
Amenities include full central heating throughout, instant hot water, double glazing, real log/coal fire (making evenings more cosy), good quality beds, 60" Smart TV (including DVD & Freeview), range double-oven cooker and hob, extraction hood, grill, combination microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine. High speed WIFI internet access complements the office/home-working area upstairs. The high-walled ultra-private mature garden features a 7-person hot tub, 14’ trampoline, children's treehouse and gas BBQ (small extra charge) providing a wide area for exercising, outdoor games or running around, perhaps whilst meals are being prepared on the BBQ. Garden games are available and other entertainment such as board games can be laid on in case of less favourable weather. {For the avoidance of doubt, there is a 7-person heated tub pool - NOT a swimming pool - for the private use of guests, and its usage will be subject to specific safety rules.}
Situation. This is an impressive, fresh and beautifully designed detached villa in a superior residential area over two floor levels, comprising contemporary décor with wooden floors and modern bathroom facilities. The property occupies an elevated position which affords magnificent south and westerly views with fabulous sunsets to enjoy. Guests are often rewarded with stunning panoramic vistas over nearby hills and countryside. Its new contemporary kitchen-dining-reception area is wonderfully bright with fabulous triple-aspect views and direct access via French doors and wide timber deck to the extensive garden area. Overall, there is a substantial area for both eating and seating with open-vaulted cathedral ceilings, well appointed appliances and ample solid oak traditional units throughout for all your cooking, baking and dining needs. The interior areas comprise reception hall, sitting room, home office/working/computer-study area, family bathroom with airing cupboard, plus two shower rooms with WCs. The house includes utility/laundry room with fitted washing facilities, single garage plus roof terrace above and plenty of fitted wardrobes / cupboards providing ample storage facilities. There is also ample off- and on-street parking (free).
Accessibility. There are 2 routes to access the property - one avoids kerbs, steps & stairs. Portable wheelchair ramps are on site and can easily be lifted / moved to anywhere within the property. [Can even be used to assist moving wheelchairs into/out of vehicles.] One bathroom - 'wet-room' - is designed for wheelchair users and includes multiple accessibility amenities.
Area. Milngavie - along with neighbouring Bearsden - is consistently ranked Scotland’s most beautiful mainland town centre and is one of Glasgow’s most sought-after semi-urban/semi-rural areas with easy access to the city centre. The villa is set in a quiet upmarket neighbourhood and benefits from high-walled perimeters, affording tremendous privacy, yet enjoys easy access (< 150m away) to the start of the West Highland Way, Mugdock Country Park, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. The Forth-Clyde Canal, with its flat cycle tracks, is also within easy reach. It is tucked away but less than a hundred metres from the charming, pedestrian-only, garden village centre of Milngavie, which is 20 minutes from Glasgow’s city centre. Off-street parking behind solid privacy gates is available for 5 cars in the driveway, with ample on-street parking also (free). Milngavie is ranked Scotland’s most beautiful mainland town centre and is one of Glasgow’s most sought-after semi-urban/semi-rural areas with easy access to both city centre and contrasting rural escapes. The village is situated on the edge of the beautiful Mugdock Country Park with the West Highland Way starting close by. With proximity to stunning scenery everywhere to be seen, Milngavie remains one of the most beautiful and rewarding places to live in Scotland. As well as its rich history, Milngavie is served by a wide range of independent shops (crafts, delis & grocery stores), banks and major retailers such as M&S, Tesco and Waitrose. It is only 1 minute walk to an abundance of local facilities all within the traffic-free village centre. In addition, it has easy access to leisure amenities that include sports centres, golf courses, cinema complexes, as well as Glasgow’s renowned concert and theatre venues. The village also benefits from fantastic transport links for the M8 to Edinburgh, A9 to Stirling/Perth or M74 to the South and England. With its frequent and efficient local and main line railway networks, Glasgow is not only easily accessible by car or train but well serviced by two local airports.
Usage. Business and corporate clients can make use of free high-speed internet access and the quality living space makes it ideal for entertaining or for family gathering events. Families with youngsters will be easily entertained by the proximity of EITHER (in one direction) the many walks, lochs and beautiful scenery OR (in the other direction) popular sights such as Kelvingrove Galleries, Botanic Gardens or Transport Museum and copious theatre/concert venues. Oodles of easily-accessed bus, taxi and train transport options (all <5 minutes walk) provide access to the many outstanding cultural, sporting, music and culinary delights which all help make Glasgow into this city of culture and architecture.
Relax. Guests can simply arrive, relax and unwind in the spacious living areas, comprising a custom-made kitchen featuring oakwood finishings and modern kitchen appliances to prepare scrumptious lunches or evening meals. Alternatively, meals can be prepared by trained cooks who have catered for ski groups, wedding reception parties and national sports teams. Very reasonable prices available for family meals - breakfasts, packed lunches, afternoon teas, cocktail masterclasses and evening meals - whilst you enjoy the vast range of nearby amenities, bars, coffee shops - all within walking distance.
Baby-Toddler Clobber. We will provide travel cots, high chairs, stair gates, games and toys. Childrens' plastic cutlery and 'crockery' is also on hand. So, you don't need to pack all that clobber!
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