4-bedroom flat · EH1 1TE
For saleListed 146 days
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A fantastic opportunity to acquire a newly refurbished, unique 4/5-bedroom loft-style, duplex apartment, situated in the heart of Edinburgh in a quiet courtyard just off the Royal Mile.
The apartment forms part of the upper floors of Tweeddale House, a B-listed property of great historical significance as the original home of the Marquis of Tweeddale, dating back to 1576.
Set within the atmospheric and beautifully preserved Tweeddale Court, one of the Royal Mile’s most charming hidden closes, this impressive 4/5bedroom double upper conversion offers a unique blend of period characterand contemporary luxury.
The property has been comprehensively refurbished throughout, creating a turnkey home of exceptional quality in one of the city’s most iconic and culturally rich locations.
This outstanding double upper conversion combines historic charm, modern luxury, and unbeatable location.
With its flexible 4/5bedroom layout, three highspec bathrooms, stunning elevated vista of surrounding churches, university buildings and cobbled streets, it represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly exceptional unique home in Edinburgh’s Old Town.
This is a location that blends heritage, culture, and convenience like nowhere else in Scotland.
Summary Of Accomodation Second Floor: Hall, Fully fitted Kitchen, Living / Dining Room, Study / Bedroom 5, Bedroom 1 with ensuite Bathroom, Bedroom 4, Utility, Guest WC, Third Floor: Gallery Hall, Bedroom 2 with ensuite Shower Room, Bedroom 3, Guest Shower Room Historic Tweeddale House is situated at the end of an original cobbled close situated immediately off the High Street and Royal Mile.
The apartment forms the top two floors and is accessed via a commanding stone staircase, whilst the ground and first floor levels are occupied by publishing houses Canongate Books Ltd and The List magazine.
The immediate area is known as the Old Town, being the original part of the city, renowned for its historical importance and which comes alive every year due to the Edinburgh International Festival and Fringe where the surrounding streets are filled with performers, venues and audience members alike for the entire month of August when tourism in the city is at a peak and tourism in the area remains constant throughout the year.
As well as the many splendid buildings nearby, an easy walk will take you to Edinburgh Castle to the west and Holyrood Palace and the Park to the east.
A gentle stroll down the Mound northwards takes you past Princes Street Gardens, Waverley Station and the National Art Gallery to the central shopping streets of Princes Street and George Street and all other cultural highlights on offer.
Slightly further afield are the newly refurbished St James Centre, Harvey Nichols and the Omni centre - a multi screen cinema complex.
Bus and Tram networks provide access to all areas of the city including direct trams to Edinburgh Airport.
Waverley Rail station is a five minute walk away and access to the city bypass to Glasgow and the Queensferry Crossing to Fife is within easy reach.
EPC: C Council Tax Band: C Tenure: Freehold Viewing by appointment via Rettie & Co. EPC Rating: C Council Tax Band: C
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