2-bedroom flat · EH1 1BS
Under offerListed 108 days
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About
Occupying a highly desirable position on the historic and picturesque Cockburn Street, in the heart of Edinburgh’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, this charming third-floor apartment offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire a beautifully proportioned two-bedroom home within one of the city’s most iconic locations.
Extending to approximately 833 sq ft, the property combines character and practicality, with a spacious and thoughtfully arranged layout ideally suited to a wide range of purchasers, including professionals, city-based buyers, investors and those seeking a stylish Edinburgh pied-à-terre.
The accommodation is entered via a welcoming central hall which provides access to all principal rooms.
To the front of the building, a bright and generously sized sitting room enjoys an attractive outlook over Cockburn Street, with a distinctive curved wall adding character and individuality to the space.
Adjacent to this lies a well-appointed kitchen and dining room, offering ample room for both everyday living and entertaining.
Two comfortable double bedrooms are positioned to the rear of the apartment, providing peaceful accommodation away from the bustle of the city centre.
The principal bedroom is particularly well-proportioned, while the second bedroom offers excellent flexibility as a guest room, home office or additional sleeping accommodation.
A family bathroom with three-piece suite completes the accommodation.
The property benefits from gas central heating and forms part of a traditional tenement building, rich in period character and architectural appeal.
Summary of Accommodation: Entrance Hallway, Sitting Room, Kitchen/Dining Room, Bedroom One, Bedroom Two, Bathroom Tenure - Freehold Council Tax - D EPC - C EPC Rating: C
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