Former smiddy
Waterside, East Ayrshire
What you get This former smiddy was built in 1871 and has original beams and stone walls. Some rooms could do with updating, but its proximity to Glasgow (18 miles) and sheltered garden will appeal to commuters. It has four bedrooms, an office, two bathrooms, a snug, kitchen, living/dining room, study, utility room and double garage.
Where is it? Waterside, a village close to the M77. Galston, five miles south, has a supermarket, high school and GP surgery.
Upside You get a lot of living space for the price.
Downside The kitchen’s pine board ceiling is oppressive.
Price Offers of more than £275,000
Contact Galbraith, 01292 292535, galbraithgroup.com
Historic flat
Newbyth, East Lothian
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