Former gate lodge hits the market in popular Perth location for less than a two bedroom Edinburgh flat

The Lodge, Bowerswell Road, Perth, is a charming three-bedroomed detached house which was formerly the gate lodge to Bowerswell House.

Looking quite compact from the approach at the front, this very pretty house actually offers a great deal more than first meets the eye.

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It has a lot going for it, being a detached period property on a relatively modest scale it could perhaps appeal to downsizers leaving a grander home who want the historic feel of a large country house, but not the proportions.

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With three bedrooms it would also attract young families looking for a convenient city home that is full of character.

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The lodge is located in Kinnoull and set in its own grounds but still within easy walking distance of the city centre.

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What is more, it is actually much larger than it first looks, having been extended at the back recently.

This has added a big kitchen and living area, with high windows to let in lots of light but still maintain privacy.

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Doors lead out to a charming sunny decked garden at the back and it has a courtyard garden and a summer house.

There is a floored and lined attic space accessed from the hallway via a fold-down ladder, giving more space which could be used for extra storage, as a study or a brilliant den for children.

The Lodge is on the market for offers over £299,000 with Thorntons.