3-bedroom house · EH10 5EN
To rentListed 54 days · slow let
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About
**book viewings online at Glenham Property website** This property is not an HMO.
This exceptional three-bedroom, third-floor flat enjoys breathtaking open views to the south and west across Craiglockhart Hill, The Braids and the Pentland Hills, and is set within the highly sought-after Colinton area of Edinburgh.
The property offers spacious and well-balanced accommodation, accessed via a shared entrance.
Inside, there are two generously sized double bedrooms, a comfortable single bedroom, and a further box room ideal for use as a home office or study, benefiting from natural light.
The large dining kitchen is well equipped and features two substantial pantry cupboards, providing excellent storage.
The impressive sitting room is a standout feature of the home, with expansive bay windows that flood the space with light and frame the stunning views.
A modern family bathroom completes the accommodation.
Situated approximately two miles south of Princes Street, Colinton Road lies on the edge of Morningside, within the desirable residential district of Merchiston.
The area is well served by a wide range of local amenities, including popular independent shops, caf?s, bistros and bars, as well as supermarkets such as Waitrose, Marks & Spencer and Tesco.
The nearby neighbourhoods of Morningside and Bruntsfield offer excellent cultural and leisure attractions, including the King?s Theatre and the Dominion Cinema.
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the close proximity to several golf courses along with scenic walks and open green spaces at Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows.
The property is ideally located for commuting, with convenient access to Edinburgh?s financial district in the West End, as well as The Gyle, Gogarburn and Edinburgh Park.
Excellent public transport links provide easy access to the city centre and beyond.
George Watson?s College is situated immediately adjacent to the property, while other well-regarded schools including George Heriot?s and Merchiston Castle School are within one to two miles.
The property currently lies within the catchment areas for Bruntsfield Primary School and Boroughmuir High School.
Please Note - the successful applicant will be required to pay a refundable Holding Deposit of 400 whilst the referencing is undertaken - this will be deducted from your final deposit payment.
Room Sizes Living room: 6.14 X 4.26m, Kitchen 4.35m X 3.05m, Bedroom one 5.18m X 3.71m, Bedroom two 4.24m X 3.38m, Bedroom three 3.28m X 2.02m, Box room 2.02m X 2.24m Water: Mains Sewerage: Mains Broadband: Fibre optic, ultra-fast Mobile reception: Good Construction type: Stone, pitched roof Parking: On street permit EPC ?
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Value & comps
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