5-bedroom flat · EH9 1EF
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Enjoying an enviable position in the heart of Marchmont, opposite the picturesque Bruntsfield Links, this substantial five bedroom traditional apartment, with an HMO license, boasts stunning skyline views across the city towards Edinburgh Castle.
Surrounded by an excellent selection of cafés, bars, restaurants, and independent boutiques, it presents an outstanding opportunity for both homeowners and investors.
Accessed via the fourth floor, the generously proportioned property opens into a spacious carpeted hallway leading to a welcoming and cosy living room illuminated by a skylight.
From here, a modern south-facing kitchen is accessed, fitted with a range of wall and base units, generous worktop space, a tiled splashback, and room for freestanding appliances.
The impressive principal double bedroom which could also be utilised as a living space is rich in period character, featuring high ceilings, ornate cornicing, wood panelling, a traditional Edinburgh press, and magnificent views of Edinburgh Castle.
Two further double bedrooms enjoy similarly attractive outlooks across the city skyline, while the remaining bedrooms benefit from a bright south-facing aspect.
A family bathroom completes the accommodation and offers scope for cosmetic enhancement. Externally, residents benefit from on-street permit parking.
Accommodation Third Floor: Hallway, living room, kitchen, five double bedrooms, bathroom. 5 Bed HMO license in place.
Outside Space: On-street permit parking Location Marchmont is one of Edinburgh’s most desirable residential districts, situated just south of the city centre and renowned for its vibrant community atmosphere, attractive period architecture, and excellent local amenities.
Residents enjoy convenient access to a range of everyday shopping facilities, including Scotmid, Margiotta, and Sainsbury’s Local, all within easy reach of the property.
The area is particularly well known for its excellent selection of independent retailers, cafés, restaurants, and bars.
For leisure and recreation, the expansive green spaces of Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows are on the doorstep, providing tennis courts, a bowling green, children's play areas, and a pitch-and-putt course.
The Royal Commonwealth Pool and fitness centre can also be reached on foot in less than twenty minutes.
Further amenities can be found in the neighbouring districts of Morningside, and Bruntsfield which offer a wealth of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, including Waitrose, Marks & Spencer Foodhall, the independently owned Dominion Cinema, and Church Hill Theatre.
The property is ideally positioned for access to both the University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh College of Art, each within comfortable walking distance.
It lies within the catchment area for the highly regarded James Gillespie’s Primary School and James Gillespie’s High School, while several of Edinburgh’s leading independent schools, including George Watson’s College and George Heriot’s School, are also easily accessible.
Excellent transport links further enhance the appeal of the location.
Edinburgh city centre can be reached on foot, while frequent bus services provide quick and convenient connections across the city.
The City Bypass and wider motorway network are also readily accessible, making travel throughout Edinburgh and beyond straightforward. EPC rating: C.
Value & comps
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About 21, 4f1, Warrender Park Terrace, Edinburgh, EH9 1EF
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