1-bedroom terraced house · EH13 0JE
For saleListed 40 days
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About
52/4 Spylaw Bank Road is a 1-bed home situated in the sought-after Colinton area.
Offering newly refurbished, bright and specious accommodation and set within attractive grounds, the property forms part of a historic 'U' shaped Scots Renaissance Style Alms-house building dating back to 1898.
Set across two floors, this property benefits from a dual-aspect living and dining room with a fireplace, a modern galley-style kitchen and a large dual-aspect double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom.
A private garden is accessed via the back of the property, and the property also enjoys access to a large communal green space.
Spacious flat set over two floors Part of a traditional building Private main entrance Double-aspect living/dining room with fireplace Under-stair storage cupboard Modern galley-style kitchen Large dual-aspect double bedroom En-suite bathroom with an overhead shower Guest WC and storage cupboard Private garden plus communal garden On-street parking Gas central heating Factor Fee: Approx £170pcm Standard fixtures and fittings are included in the sale, and whilst believed to be in reasonable working order, are strictly “sold as seen”.
Location Colinton is a historic village located approximately 4 miles southwest of the City Centre. It is known for its leafy surroundings, pleasant walks and thriving community.
There is easy access to the city bypass and the road network beyond as well as Edinburgh International Airport and the Forth Road Bridge/Queensferry Crossing.
The city bypass also provides access to popular out of town retail parks at Straiton and The Gyle.
Walks through Colinton Dell along the Water of Leith and in the Pentland Hills are accessible on foot and leisure facilities are available at the nearby Craiglockhart Sports & Leisure Centre.
Local shopping facilities are available within Colinton Village itself with further shopping facilities including Tesco at Colinton Mains and Morrison’s at Hunters Tryst.
Value & comps
Land Registry doesn’t cover Scotland or Northern Ireland, so previous sales may not be on record.
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