Property description
CLOSING DATE SET FOR WEDNESDAY 3RD JUNE 2015 AT 12 NOON. An exceptionally-spacious, two/three-bedroom apartment, enjoying wonderful views to both front and rear, set on the first floor of a traditional stone-built tenement in Leith's ever-popular Shore area. The flexible accommodation comprises an entrance hall, two double bedrooms, kitchen dining/living room with study off, sitting room/third double bedroom, box room, bathroom, and en-suite shower-room. The property has been well-maintained by the present owner and benefits from a wealth of original features, including two feature fireplaces, ceiling roses, coving and stripped wood doors. There is a well-maintained public lawn to the rear, in addition to a pleasant play park to the front, with unrestricted parking on the local streets. The Shore is a vibrant cosmopolitan area, set around the mouth of the Water of Leith, and offering a unique waterfront setting with easy access to the city centre. There is an extensive choice of quality eateries, including three Michelin-starred restaurants, and numerous bars and cafes. The extensive Ocean Terminal retail park at Britannia Quay houses a variety of high-street stores and a Marks & Spencer's food store, all within ten minutes' walk. Buses 22, 16, 35 and 36 stop just around the corner on Commercial street, providing regular connections across the city and to Edinburgh Airport. Easy access by car to the main trunk routes across the north of the city. The property is in the catchment area for Trinity Primary School.
Hallway - 19' 10'' x 10' 0'' (6.05m x 3.05m)
A welcoming, generously-proportioned hallway enhanced by maple-wood flooring and natural wood doors leading to all the main rooms. Lovely high ceilings with cornice work. Utility cupboard with shelving and plumbing for washing machine. Second walk-in cupboard with further storage and coat hooks. Extensive bookshelving. Entryphone handset, power points, high level electric meter and fuses.
Sitting Room/Bedroom Three - 14' 9'' x 13' 7'' (4.49m x 4.15m)
A bright and spacious sitting room featuring two large windows to the front with a leafy aspect. Newly installed secondary glazing. Ornate cast iron fireplace with marble surround. Radiator, ceiling rose with pendant light fitting and carpeted flooring. TV, internet and telephone points.
Kitchen/Dining Room - 17' 7'' x 11' 11'' (5.35m x 3.63m)
A lovely. bright south-east facing room with twin windows affording wonderful views of the waterfront and its historic buildings. Ample dining space and lounge area. Stylish kitchen units with extra deep workspace and solid oak worktop. Open shelving and under-unit downlighting. Inset ceramic sink, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, electric oven, gas hob and extractor canopy. Ample power points. Maplewood flooring. Opening into the study.
Bedroom One - 18' 3'' x 11' 10'' (5.55m x 3.61m)
A generously proportioned master bedroom with twin windows to front again overlooking a small, leafy park. Original features include a marble fireplace, cornice work and ceiling rose. Secondary glazing, ample power points, TV point, carpeted flooring. Steps leading to en suite.
En-Suite - 7' 11'' x 6' 5'' (2.41m x 1.95m)
Set off the main bedroom and comprising an electric shower, white handbasin, WC and radiator. Vinyl floorcovering.
Bedroom Two - 13' 0'' x 9' 11'' (3.96m x 3.03m)
A sunny and spacious double bedroom with two windows to the rear enjoying views of the water of Leith. Coving, radiator, ample power points. Carpeted flooring.
Bathroom - 7' 11'' x 4' 0'' (2.42m x 1.23m)
A bright, neutral bathroom comprising a bath with shower attachment, WC with concealed cistern, white handbasin, tiled splashback and flooring, radiator, central light fitting and window to the rear.
Study - 11' 11'' x 6' 1'' (3.63m x 1.86m)
This good-sized study has dual access from the hallway and the kitchen, and can also be used as an extra lounge area or snug. Original floorboards, recessed lighting, ample power points.
Box Room - 8' 0'' x 4' 9'' (2.45m x 1.45m)
An airy box room with a window, high-level storage space, laminate flooring, and a central spotlight.
Extra
Included in the sale:Large fridge/freezer, electric oven/hob, dishwasher, all blinds, curtains and fitted carpets.Fibre optic broadband is available.
Property Features :
- An exceptionally-spacious two/three-bedroom apartment enjoying wonderful views to both front and re
- The flexible accommodation comprises an entrance hall, two double bedrooms, kitchen dining/living r
- Internal features include gas central heating, good integrated storage, an original feature firepla
- There is a shared communal area to the rear, in addition to a spacious, well-maintained public play
- Home Report available online.