12 Johnstone Drive, Rutherglen, Glasgow, G73

Number 12 Johnstone Drive is a fine period villa, spanning three levels and boasting an expansive footprint of approximately 153 sq. meters (1,647 sq. ft). Set on a generous garden plot, this impressive family home features a charming façade crafted from blonde sandstone, crowned by a pitched slate roof.

The property includes a professionally designed kitchen, fitted with top end appliances, a downstairs toilet and a three piece bathroom with under floor heating, a water jet bathtub and a shower.
Double glazing, coupled with a gas-fired central heating system powered by an efficient Worcester Bosch boiler installed approximately five years ago (with the remainder of a twelve-year manufacturer's warranty), ensures year-round comfort.
The gardens, featuring a lovely summer house, are well tended and the rear elevation of the house has received a fresh coat of render in recent years.

The property's front entrance, marked by twin leaf storm doors, opens into a private vestibule with an original terrazzo-tiled floor. A welcoming reception hallway, complete with under-stair storage, provides access to all ground floor rooms, including a guest toilet.
The elegant formal lounge boasts a period fireplace and a broad bay window overlooking the front garden. At the rear, the family/dining room offers comfort with a focal point fireplace, including a gas fire and a walk-in store cupboard currently housing a washing machine. The adjacent kitchen which gives direct access to the rear garden has been extensively re-fitted and features under pelmet and kickboard lighting, along with a range of integral appliances.

The upper levels of the property reveal a well-appointed three-piece family bathroom on the half landing with the main upper landing leading to three bedrooms. The very spacious main bedroom features a bay window, shower and sink unit, the second bedroom has been fitted out with office furnishing and presently functions as a bedroom/office with the third bedroom displaying a period fireplace.
A fixed stair from the upper landing grants access to a double-sized bedroom with connecting study/sitting area, along with ample fitted and eaves storage area.

Outside and to the front, there is an easily maintained front garden which is enclosed by perimeter walling and wrought-iron fencing. The rear of the property displays a delightful fully enclosed garden with a lush lawn area bordered by shrubs, trees and plants with comfortable summer house and a paved patio – an ideal setting for entertaining or al fresco dining.

The property sits across from Overtoun Park, and is local to a variety of shops and amenities on Stonelaw Road and Rutherglen Main Street. Kingsgate Retail Park is only a short drive to the southeast and the area is well served with recreational pursuits including golf courses, tennis and bowling clubs, gyms and Cathkin Braes Country Park. Bus links to the City Centre are excellent and the Rutherglen and Burnside train stations are within walking distance. There are also excellent road links close by giving easy access to the surrounding areas and the Central Belt motorway network system.

The Energy Performance rating on this property is Band E.