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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · EH10 4AQ
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Two-Bedroom Apartment with Private Balcony with Stunning Views of the Pentland Hills and Excellent Scope for Enhancement in Sought-After Morningside Set within the highly sought-after Morningside district of Edinburgh, this well-proportioned two-bedroom apartment offers an excellent opportunity to create a stylish contemporary home in one of the capital's most desirable residential areas.
The property would benefit from light refurbishment and modernisation, presenting an appealing opportunity for a purchaser to add value and create a home tailored to their own tastes and requirements.
Offering well-proportioned accommodation, excellent natural light and a particularly desirable private balcony accessed directly from the lounge, the property offers considerable potential.
The accommodation is entered via a welcoming hallway, providing access to all principal rooms.
The spacious lounge forms the heart of the home and offers generous space for both relaxing and entertaining.
A notable feature is the underfloor heating, providing an additional level of comfort, while a glass door leads directly from the lounge onto the private balcony with stunning views of the Pentland Hills.
This attractive outdoor space provides the perfect setting for morning coffee, evening drinks or simply enjoying some fresh air.
The separate kitchen provides a good foundation for modernisation, with a range of fitted units, work surfaces and space for appliances, as well as plenty of useful storage.
There is excellent potential to update the kitchen and create a more contemporary and individual space.
There are two well-proportioned double bedrooms, offering excellent flexibility for a couple, family, guests or those working from home.
Both bedrooms provide useful storage and benefit from good natural light. The accommodation is completed by a three-piece bathroom suite with heated chrome towel rail.
Further benefits include underfloor heating to the lounge, double glazing, a private balcony and communal outdoor space.
Location: Morningside is a highly desirable residential area situated to the south of Edinburgh city centre, renowned for its vibrant local atmosphere and excellent range of amenities.
The area's lively streets are home to a superb selection of popular bistros, restaurants, bars, cafés and specialist shops, as well as one of the city's two Waitrose supermarkets.
The area is particularly well regarded for its excellent choice of schooling, including South Morningside Primary School, St Peter's RC Primary School and Boroughmuir High School, alongside several highly regarded private schools.
Morningside also offers an excellent choice of leisure and recreational facilities.
Highlights include the much-loved Dominion Cinema, Braidburn Valley and the Hermitage of Braid, together with several golf courses and sports centres.
For commuters, the A702 provides convenient access to Edinburgh's City Bypass and routes south, while regular bus services operate from both the A702 and Morningside Road, providing easy access to the city centre and surrounding areas.
With its generous proportions, private balcony, excellent location and genuine scope for modernisation and value enhancement, this is an appealing opportunity to acquire a two-bedroom home in one of Edinburgh's most sought-after residential districts.
Early viewing is highly recommended.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact.
The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given.
All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed.
If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view.
POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details.
A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions.
Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases. LEI260168/2
Value & comps
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