An UNFURNISHED, two-bedroom ground-floor flat in an unrivalled central New Town location. Offering private garden access and situated in a central New Town location. Pets considered. Available Friday 6 February!
Please note that this property is offered on an UNFURNISHED basis, with the majority of the furniture soon in the marketing photos having been removed pre-let. The photos are, therefore, only indicative and the property should be viewed in person to be fully appreciated.
This property forms part of a Category A listed Georgian Townhouse and is entered via a stone-floored, secure communal entrance.
On entering the property itself, a hallway provides access to all rooms and provides a large area for shoes just inside the front door. Hardwearing sisal carpet flooring has been used to keep this space both homely and practical.
The carpeting continues into the living room, the largest and most impressive room in the property. It has two attractive wooden sash windows looking out to Northumberland Place with views across the Firth of Forth. Both have their original working shutters. There is also a large built-in storage, shelving and desk unit along the entire back wall. The room is completed by a host of further features, such as waist-high panelling, ornate conricing, high ceilings, traditional cast iron radiators and a decorative fireplace.
The kitchen-diner is both practical and stylish, with solid wood units providing considerable storage and original stone flooring. There is also a wide range of appliances (including a dishwasher, a fridge/freezer, an electric oven and a gas hob) and ample space for a dining table. There is a separate utility room with a washing machine and shelving for linen. This allows the laundry to be kept outside of the cooking and dining area.
The larger of the two double bedrooms with an attractive wooden sash window and a king size bed. It also has a walk-in wardrobe, providing plenty of storage. The second bedroom has been left fully unfurnished. This leaves the flexibility for tenants to use this as a secondary lounge, a nursery or a study. It a decorative fireplace and exposed wooden floorboards. Both bedrooms (like the living room) have working shutters on their windows.
The tastefully decorated bathroom has a traditional grounding with a modern flair. It includes a full size bath (with shower over), with its own stylish tile surround.
The property benefits from gas central heating throughout and has an above-average energy efficiency rating.
It has access to a shared outside area to the rear of the tenement. There is optional access to nearby private residents’ gardens on Queen Street (a private, well-maintained green space that is often host to community get-togethers). Please note that an additional fee is payable to The Royal Scots Club should this be required.
Northumberland Place and the highly desirable New Town area are popular with families and professionals alike. Its stunning architecture is the reason that it is part of a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. It is centrally located and providing convenient access to Edinburgh’s bustling centre, the city’s West End, George Street, Princes Street and several historic and cultural attractions.
There are many independent shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and galleries also nearby. Neighbouring Stockbridge also offers galleries, pubs, eateries, coffee shops and a weekly street market. Despite its central location, green spaces and riverside walks are close by, with The Water of Leith and Edinburgh’s Botanical Gardens within easy walking distance.
The property would be particularly suited for working professionals seeking unfettered access to the city centre amenities and workplaces.
Applicants with a well-behaved pet will be considered (subject to an increased deposit and the terms of a pet permission letter).
The area is also served by a number of excellent private and state schools.
Waverley railway station is only a 15-minute walk away. Being in the city centre, there are excellent transport links nearby (by both bus and tram), allowing easy travel to the likes of the airport, Old Town and Leith.
Deposit: £2925
EPC rating: C. Landlord Registration Number: 1149119/230/05121. Letting Agent Registration Number: LARN1812036.
