1-bedroom flat · EH10 5FA
For saleListed 25 days
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Occupying a desirable ground floor position with its own main door entrance, 40 Sassoon Grove is a generously proportioned one-bedroom apartment extending over 1,100 s ft.
Offering a flexible and versatile layout, the property benefits from an allocated parking space and is ideally suited to professionals, downsizers, or those seeking additional residence in the highly sought-after Craiglockhart area.
The accommodation is entered via a welcoming reception hall, which provides access to all principal rooms.
The impressive living and dining room is a particular highlight of the home, with substantial floor space for both relaxation and entertaining.
Positioned conveniently off the living area, the well-appointed kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall-mounted units and provides an excellent space for everyday cooking.
The principal bedroom is generously proportioned and is complemented by an adjoining dressing room and a contemporary en-suite shower room, creating a superb suite-style arrangement.
The property further benefits from substantial separate study, accessed from the living room.
Offering excellent versatility, this space is ideal as a dedicated home office, hobby room, gym, or occasional guest accommodation, depending on individual requirements.
A separate bathroom completed the accommodation. Externally, the property benefits from an allocated parking space, while the surrounding development is well maintained and attractively landscaped.
Summary of Accommodation Hall, Living Room/Dining Room, Kitchen, Principal Bedroom with Dressing Room and Ensuite, Study, Bathroom, Allocated Parking Space, Communal Grounds Location Sassoon Grove enjoys a peaceful setting approximately 2.5 miles south of Edinburgh city centre, within the highly sought-after district of Morningside.
Renowned for its excellent selection of independent cafés, restaurants, bars and boutique shops, the area also benefits from a cinema, theatre, and convenient supermarkets.
The area is surrounded by an abundance of green space, including The Meadows, Blackford Hill, the Hermitage of Braid and Craiglockhart Dell, offering excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor recreation.
A range of leisure facilities are also close at hand, including golf courses, tennis clubs and the Midlothian Snowsports Centre at Hillend.
EPC: Council Tax: Tenure: Freehold Viewing by appointment via Rettie&Co
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