Albert Drive, Pollokshields

Offers over £665,000

Occupying a prominent position within beautifully manicured garden grounds, a period red sandstone attached villa dating from 1890/1900 or thereby.

Internally the property offers flexible/versatile accommodation within eight main apartments formed over two/three levels. Corum are of the opinion that early inspection is imperative to appreciate the extent, standard and flexibility of accommodation on offer at this asking price and to avoid disappointment.

The complete accommodation extends to: delightful entrance vestibule, broad welcoming hallway, superb bay windowed formal lounge, separate formal dining room, particularly bright morning/sitting room, downstairs cloak room w.c/shower, inner hallway with feature fireplace detail, outstanding bay windowed bespoke living/dining kitchen with integrated appliances and granite worktops, French doors leading onto private balcony at the rear, useful private office/study with access to rear gardens and charming Paris balcony enjoying open views to the south-west.

The original sweeping staircase leads through half landing level to first floor revealing three commodious double bedrooms, master with luxury en-suite shower room and separate highly contemporary main house bathroom.

The specification includes gas central heating, security alarm system, integrated sound system and cable/Sky TV hook-up.  Unusually the property has extensive dry storage within the sub-floor/cellar area and a useful games room/gymnasium directly beneath the kitchen apartment.  The current owners have continuously upgraded and refurbished the property in recent years; this home is now presented for sale in truly turnkey condition, early viewing is absolutely essential.

The property is positioned within walking distance of shops and amenities within central Pollokshields.  A number of thriving coffee shops, restaurants and delicatessens ca be found upon Nithsdale Road/Kildrostan Street.  More extensive amenities are available at the Marks and Spencer’s store at Queens Park, on Pollokshaws Road, the “Avenue” shopping mall at Newton Mearns and the Silverburn shopping centre at Pollok, a short drive to the south-west.

Recreational pursuits within the area are varied namely at Maxwell Park and Pollok Country Park where Pollok House and the world famous Burrell Collection can be found,  also Bellahouston Ski and Sports Centre.  Local schooling is available at both primary and secondary level namely at Hutchesons’ Grammar School and Craigholme School for Girls. 

Frequent public transport services provide rapid commuter access to the City Centre.  Local railway station approximately 500 yards walk.