Jamie Currie of Galbraith, who is handling the sale said; “Hartwood House represents the best of old and new, with the convenience of a modern home and superb interior finishes, combined with the style and character of a traditional property. The accommodation extends to over 4,500 square feet and includes attractive rooms for entertaining, bedrooms and bathrooms across all floors, with lovely gardens and grazing land. The location is also extremely convenient, being commutable to both Edinburgh and Glasgow and five minutes’ drive from the rail link at West Calder. This property is ideal for a family or for those with an interest in gardening, riding, or those looking for a wonderful rural lifestyle in an accessible location.”

The house benefits from a spacious light-filled entrance hall, along with a dining room and drawing room, both dual aspect rooms with a bay window looking onto the gardens. The kitchen was upgraded by the current owners and features integrated appliances and a useful central island with breakfast bar and hob. Also on the ground floor is a utility room, WC and a double bedroom with en suite bathroom.

The first floor has a family room, three large double bedrooms, (one with en suite bathroom), a family bathroom, office, and kitchenette. There are two further double bedrooms and a recently modernised shower room on the second floor.

The property is finished to a very high standard throughout, reflecting the charm and character of a period property, including sash and case windows, high ceilings, and decorative plaster work.

Hartwood House is surrounded by mature, well-maintained grounds, including a large lawn to the south with a purpose-built cabin, currently used as a home gym. Beyond this area is a tree lined avenue which leads to the southwest gates, one of two access routes to the property. On the west side of the house is a paddock which could provide grazing for a pony.

There is also an orchard and vegetable garden providing excellent space for growing. The driveway for Hartwood House sweeps round the north side of the house where there is a large gravel parking area and double garage by the front door. A wonderful area of woodland provides shelter on the north boundary where the Harwood Water meanders through the grounds.

Hartwood House sits in a secluded rural setting close to West Calder. The Pentland Hills rise to the south, providing excellent walking and fishing opportunities in various lochs and reservoirs. Harburn village has a well-regarded golf course and thriving village hall.

There is a retail park and supermarkets in Livingston, about six miles away. West Calder has a range of shops, cafés, and services on its main street, as well as the tourist attraction of Five Sisters Zoo. There are frequent rail services to both Edinburgh and Glasgow from West Calder.

Both Edinburgh and Glasgow are easily accessible, via Junction 4 of the M8, which is less than five miles away, while Edinburgh Airport is about 15 miles.

Hartwood House, West Calder, West Lothian, is for sale through Galbraith for offers over £975,000.