2-bedroom flat · EH12 5FA
For saleReduced £50k (−6.1%) on 28 SepListed 681 days
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About
Immaculately presented two bedroom property with spacious living room and elegant features throughout Description 19/1 Donaldson Drive is an immaculate two-bedroom ground floor flat, located in the sought-after Playfair Development, offering an elegant and modern living space.
The flat is entered via a private hallway leading into the spacious, open-plan living and kitchen area. This room attracts an abundance of natural light from a large west-facing bay-window.
The kitchen, featuring a central island, is perfect for both dining and entertaining, while the living area provides ample space to relax.
The principal bedroom is similarly spacious and bright, also benefiting from an attractive bay-window. A walk in wardrobe allows for generous but subtle storage space.
This room is complete with an impressive en-suite shower room. The second double bedroom features a desk area with a window outlook, ideal for working from home.
With an en-suite bathroom, this room is also perfect for guests. The main WC is accessed via the entrance hallway. Externally, the well-kept communal garden enjoys plenty of sunshine.
The property also comes with two private allocated underground parking spaces.
Location The West End is close to many of the capital's finest shops and restaurants as well as its commercial and retail core of George Street and Princes Street.
The Haymarket, which is currently under construction, is an exciting new development containing offices, hotel, retail, bars, cafes and restaurants, and is situated within a few hundred metres of Donaldson's.
Many of Edinburgh's finest private schools are within easy reach including St George's, the Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools and Fettes College.
The Water of Leith Walkway and cycle path is close by, whilst the open spaces of the Royal Botanic Garden and Inverleith Park are also within a couple of miles.
Haymarket rail station and tram stop are a few hundred metres away and regular public transport provides swift access in and around the city.
By car, main roads connect quickly to the City Bypass, Edinburgh International Airport, the Queensferry Crossing and central motorway network.
Square Footage: 1,348 sq ft Additional Info Listing: The property is A listed and lies within the Murrayfield conservation area.
Fixtures and Fittings: Everything per "standard Scottish clause" included in the sale. All furnishings, artwork and wall hangings not included in the sale.
Factoring: Circa £2,500- managed by First Port
Value & comps
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