New homes offer space, gardens and countryside setting

Homes at a new development in West Lothian are expected to attract a flurry of interest, offering all the benefits of country living but within easy commuting distance for towns and cities.

The new houses, at Monarch's Way in West Calder, boast a raft of features currently driving prospective buyers - spacious interiors, gardens and easy access to the countryside, with good transport links.

Situated in quiet, leafy surroundings just four miles from the town of Livingston, the Monarch’s Way settlement will comprise 205 homes once completed.

There are a wide range of house styles available across the development, by the Walker Group, with a new batch just released for sale.

The Monarch's Way development in West Calder offers buyers the best of both worlds - a countryside location and easy access to urban centres

These include the three-bedroom Belmont, the four-bedroom Arlington and four-bedroom detached Canterbury Corner, with prices starting from £239,000.

Lynn Houston, head of central sales for the scheme, says the modern homes offer residents the best of both worlds.

“In the recent months since we have emerged from lockdown, it is clear that attitudes of home buyers are shifting,” she said.

“People want more space within their home, particularly as working from home is becoming increasingly popular.

A selection of new homes, boasting three or four bedrooms, modern open-plan living spaces and private gardens, are now on the market

“They want greater access to parks or green space, and a garden has never been so important.

“Monarch’s Way offers everything buyers are looking for.”

The name of the development was inspired by a visit from Charles X, who came to WEst Calder in 1832 when in exile from his native France.

Monarch’s Way is situated just a short distance from West Calder’s centre, which hosts a range of shops, a supermarket, cafes, bars, restaurants and professional services.

Properties currently up for grabs include a four-bedroom detached home, with accommodation spread over two floors and a double garage

It is ideally located for commuters, with its own train station, regular bus services and convenient access to main roads.

The Belmont, a three-bedroom semi-detached home, has a flexible open-plan kitchen and dining room, separate lounge, en-suite master bedroom, utility room and great storage, as well as French doors leading to the garden and an integrated garage.

The detached four-bedroom Canterbury Corner is one of the larger property styles, extending over two floors and boasting a double garage.

The show home and sales office at Monarch’s Way are open to visit by appointment. For further details visit the developer’s website.

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