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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · G12 9LS
Under offerListed 68 days
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About
Occupying a prominent position within one of Dowanhill's most admired traditional terraces, this impressive conversion offers an excellent combination of period grandeur, generous proportions and great open aspects over the attractive, tree-lined Marchmont Terrace.
The accommodation is accessed through a well-maintained communal entrance, providing a fitting introduction to this characterful home.
Internally, the property retains a wealth of beautiful traditional features, including ornate cornicing, ceiling detailing, traditional fireplaces and impressive ceiling heights, while offering a comfortable and practical layout.
A particular highlight of the property is the magnificent drawing room, a bright and generously proportioned space with excellent open aspects across Marchmont Terrace.
The room provides a wonderful principal entertaining space, with the second bedroom conveniently positioned directly off the lounge, creating a flexible arrangement that could also lend itself to use as a dining room, study or additional reception space.
The accommodation further comprises a welcoming reception hallway, a well-sized kitchen positioned to the rear and a generously proportioned principal bedroom.
The kitchen provides excellent storage and preparation space, while the rear-facing accommodation enjoys a quieter outlook.
To complete the internal accommodation on offer, there is a modern shower room off the hall.
EER Band: D Local Area The leafy Dowanhill district is well placed for a wide selection of shops and amenities on both Byres Road and Hyndland Road.
There are various supermarkets on Byres Road, including Waitrose, Marks & Spencer and a Tesco Metro.
The famous Ashton Lane, just off Byres Road, offers a selection of bars, restaurants and the Grosvenor Cinema.
At the top of Byres Road are the Botanic Gardens offering a beautiful green space in the city and greenhouses full of tropical plants.
There are a number of bars, restaurants, cafés and delicatessens in the Hyndland Area, including Epicures and Peckhams.
Public transport is excellent, with bus routes operating on Byres Road and underground stations at Hillhead, Kelvinhall and Partick, where there is also a railway station.
There are also good road links to the City Centre, Glasgow International Airport, and beyond.
Glasgow University is situated on University Avenue, just off Byres Road, and provides world class further education.
There are a number of excellent comprehensive schools in the area as well as private schooling at The Glasgow Academy, The High School of Glasgow and Kelvinside Academy.
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