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About
CLOSING DATE SET Wednesday 3 June at 12 noon This charming lower Victorian villa is arranged over two beautifully presented levels and offers a wonderful blend of period character and modern living.
The first floor hosts a bright and elegant sitting room with a bay window, multi-fuel stove and an array of original features, creating a warm and welcoming living space.
There are two spacious double bedrooms on this level, with the principal bedroom further benefitting from a dressing room, alongside a stylish and recently renovated shower room.
The lower level provides excellent additional living space and is centred around a generous dining room with a stable door opening directly onto the private rear garden.
Leading from here is a modern kitchen fitted with integrated appliances, ample cupboard storage and extensive work surfaces.
A cosy snug offers a perfect space to relax and gives access to a large pantry and extensive cellar space, providing excellent storage potential.
Externally, the property enjoys a private rear garden with both lawn and paved seating areas, ideal for outdoor relaxing and dining.
The property further benefits from unlimited and unrestricted on-street parking. The Local Area Willowbrae is a residential suburb located in the eastern part of Edinburgh.
The neighbourhood of Willowbrae is known for its picturesque surroundings and green spaces, with many parks and recreation areas nearby such as beautiful Holyrood Park.
The area benefits from transportation links, with regular bus services connecting to the city centre and surrounding areas.
The nearby A1 road provides easy access to the wider Edinburgh area and the rest of Scotland.
Willowbrae boasts a range of local amenities, including a variety of shops, supermarkets, pubs, and restaurants. The area also boasts several schools, making it a popular choice for families.
For leisure activities, residents can enjoy easy access to Portobello Beach, which offers a beautiful sandy coastline and promenade for walks, cycling, and picnics.
Additionally, Abercorn Tennis Club (on Abercorn Crescent) and the Meadowbank Sports Centre nearby provides facilities for various sports activities.
Extras All curtains, blinds, light fittings, fitted floor coverings and free standing fridge and freezer are included in the sale price. The washing machine is available by separate negotiation.
Value & comps
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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About 35 Willowbrae Road, Willowbrae, Edinburgh, EH8 7EZ
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