3-bedroom flat · EH12 5FA
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About
Flat 63, 1 Donaldson Drive is an impressive three-bedroom apartment laid out over three storeys in the former chapel at the award-winning refurbishment of Donaldson's College by City and Country.
1/63 Donaldson Drive is the sole asset in a private limited company (Union Jack Real Estate Ltd). The vendors are open to selling the ltd company to a prospective purchaser.
Stamp duty payable when purchasing a ltd company is 0.5% as a share transfer. Your lawyer will be able to advise you further on this.
The option is also available to purchase 1/63 Donaldson Drive as a part-exchange for another property.
The large living space occupies the middle level of this triplex apartment, with engineered wood flooring running from the bespoke kitchen through to the living room.
The kitchen, fitted by Kitchens International, features a white Corian worktop over light grey cabinets.
Integrated Siemens appliances include a four-ring induction hob with pop-up ventilation, two ovens, a warming drawer, and a fridge/freezer.
Beautiful original stained-glass windows, all secondary glazed, provide views over the private residents' grounds to the rear.
At the front of this level is the living room, which benefits from a striking double-height ceiling.
A utility cupboard housing a Siemens washer and dryer is located between the kitchen and living room. Above, a mezzanine level accommodates a study or third bedroom.
Balconies overlook both the kitchen and living areas, and this level also includes an en suite shower room with Villeroy & Boch sanitary ware. On the lower level, there are two double bedrooms.
The principal bedroom offers excellent integrated storage, while the second bedroom is also generously sized.
A family bathroom on this floor features a separate shower, WC, and sink, again with fittings by Villeroy & Boch.
Additional storage space is also provided in the form of a storage locker, located downstairs near the garage.
Residents enjoy exclusive access to The Playfair's concierge service and several communal spaces, including the boutique Club Room and Chapel Room, where neighbours can meet, work or relax and unwind in part of the stunning development.
As well as the internal courtyard which has been beautifully landscaped and provides a haven in the heart of Edinburgh city centre.
Every home is sold with secure underground parking and a total of 18 acres of parkland to enjoy, as well as easy access to the sought-after streets of Edinburgh.
1/63 Donaldson Drive can be purchased fully furnished. EPC Rating: C Landlord Registration Number: 1647892/230/31082
Value & comps
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Returns
Short let unlikely to be allowed
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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