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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · EH4 5BW
Listing removedReduced £40k (−5.6%) on 14 JunListed 243 days
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About
Situated within the highly sought-after residential district of Davidson’s Mains, this much-loved four-bedroom detached family home comes to the market for the first time in over 50 years.
Occupying a generous plot within the established and peaceful Marchfield Park, the property offers superb potential for upgrading and modernisation, presenting a rare opportunity to create a stunning long-term family residence in one of Edinburgh’s most desirable areas.
This substantial detached villa provides flexible and well-proportioned accommodation over two levels, extending to four bedrooms, one with ensuite shower room, family bathroom and separate guest WC, three reception rooms, along with a double garage, driveway and beautifully planted mature landscaped front and rear gardens.
The ground floor accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hallway, a bright and spacious lounge and sun room overlooking the rear garden, a separate sitting /dining room ideal for family gatherings, leading to the conservatory, overlooking the front garden.
The fully fitted family kitchen offers dining area with garden outlook and presents excellent scope for reconfiguration or extension (subject to the necessary consents).
A convenient ground floor guest WC/ and storage cupboard completes the lower level.
Upstairs, the property benefits from four well-proportioned bedrooms, including a generous principal bedroom with ensuite shower room, and a family bathroom.
The upper floor offers excellent potential for redesign to suit modern family living. One of the home’s most outstanding features is its substantial mature garden.
The rear garden offers a high degree of privacy and is laid mainly to lawn with established trees, shrubs, and well-stocked borders, creating a beautiful and tranquil outdoor space.
The front garden is similarly well maintained, enhancing the property’s kerb appeal. A private driveway leads to a double garage, providing excellent off-street parking and additional storage.
A rare opportunity to acquire a cherished family home with outstanding potential in a prime Edinburgh location.
Summary of Accommodation: Ground Floor: Entrance Vestibule, Hall, Lounge, Sun Room, Family Dining Kitchen, Sitting /Dining Room, Conservatory, Guest WC First Floor: Landing/Upper Hall, Principal Bedroom with ensuite Shower Room, Three Double Bedrooms, Family Bathroom While the property would now benefit from a degree of upgrading and cosmetic modernisation, it has been clearly cherished and provides an outstanding blank canvas for buyers seeking to personalise a home to their own specification.
External: Driveway, Garage & Car Port, Front and Rear Mature Gardens EPC: C Council Tax Band: G Tenure: Freehold. Viewing by appointment. EPC Rating: C Council Tax Band: G
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