2-bedroom flat · EH8 7HA
For saleListed 9 days
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About
Occupying a desirable top floor position within a traditional tenement in the highly sought-after Meadowbank district, this beautifully presented two-bedroom flat enjoys stunning rooftop views towards the Firth of Forth and offers bright, spacious accommodation throughout.
The property retains a wealth of striking original features, including natural wood doors, facings and skirtings, elegant ceiling cornicing and a decorative ceiling rose, perfectly blended with modern comforts such as gas central heating (boiler installed 2022) and double glazing.
The welcoming entrance hall provides access to two useful storage cupboards and a large box room, complete with a double bed deck, offering excellent flexibility for home working, storage or occasional guest accommodation.
To the front, the impressive bay-windowed lounge enjoys lovely views and an abundance of natural light.
To the rear, the generously proportioned dining room offers ample space for both living and dining furniture and benefits from two additional storage cupboards.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall-mounted units, with white goods available by separate negotiation.
There are two spacious double bedrooms and a bright bathroom featuring a three-piece white suite with shower over the bath.
Further benefits include a well-tended shared rear garden and a prime location close to excellent local amenities, transport links and Edinburgh city centre.
A particularly bright and spacious home, offering charm, character and wonderful views in a highly desirable setting, early viewing is essential to fully appreciate this outstanding property.
Lying to the east of the city centre and around 2 miles from Princes Street, Willowbrae is both popular and convenient.
There are a wealth of local shops along with Meadowbank Retail park with a Sainsbury supermarket along with other national retailers including a Morrisons withing walking distance.
At the end of the street, a gate from Lilyhill Terrace leads to Holyrood Park. Lochend Loch is also within walking distance as is Meadowbank Stadium.
There are excellent bus and road links into the city centre.
Lounge (5.56m x 4.17m) Dining Room (5.4m x 3.23m) Kitchen (2.77m x 1.83m) Bedroom 1 (4.32m x 3.68m) Bedroom 2 (3.78m x 2.9m) Box Room (3.28m x 2.29m) Bathroom (2.5m x 1.37m)
Value & comps
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