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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · EH12 7LG
Under offerListed 45 days
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About
Boasting charming leafy outlook to St Margaret's Park, this light, bright beautifully presented second-floor retirement apartment forms part of the highly regarded Claycot Park Sheltered Housing development.
The apartment is conveniently served by a lift and has been recently redecorated, with new carpets fitted throughout.
Presented in excellent move-in condition, it also benefits from a contemporary fitted kitchen.
This attractive home is ideally suited to those looking to downsize while remaining within the highly desirable Edinburgh West area.
Residents enjoy access to an excellent range of communal facilities, including a secure entry system, lift access to all floors, various break out seating areas for resident meetings and coffee morning events etc, a library and games area, private residents' parking, an on-site duty manager and a 24-hour Careline service.
Guest rooms are also available (at a fee) for residents' visitors. The property further benefits from electric heating.
The accommodation comprises: • Welcoming entrance hall with a walk-in storage room and one other handy storage cupboard.
• Generously proportioned lounge with dining area featuring a stylish cream stone fireplace with electric flame effect fire, fitted carpet and TV and telephone landline sockets.
Twin double glazed velux windows with lovely views to park.
• Contemporary kitchen fitted with an ample range of cream panelled wall and base units, contrasting butcher-block-effect laminate worktops, matching splashbacks and brushed-metal handles, together with an electric glass hob cooker, washing/dryer machine, fridge freezer and expelair.
Double glazed velux window with park view. • Well-proportioned double bedroom with fitted carpet, built-in wardrobe and TV plug. Double glazed velux window with lovely leafy outlook.
• Shower room fitted with a pedestal wash hand basin, WC, a large shower enclosure with Mira electric shower and expelair. The development is managed by Myreside Property Management.
An initial refundable deposit of £600 is payable, with a monthly management fee of approx £185.
This covers the services of the on-site duty manager and telecare together with the maintenance of the communal areas and landscaped gardens and buildings insurance.
All fitted floor coverings, light fittings, velux blinds and kitchen appliances are included in the sale. Viewing Viewings by appointment only. EPC Rating EPC rating: C
Value & comps
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Returns
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Short let unlikely to be allowed
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