Description

Exceptionally spacious accommodation is offered by this two bed, first floor flat, forming part of a block of only six, situated in the very popular and highly regarded Blackford area, close to the Royal Observatory and the Kings Buildings.

A southerly facing aspect to the front, creates bright and airy spaces, enhanced by a neutral colour palette. The generous lounge sits to the front with large picture windows flooding the room with light. A door leads onto a large covered balcony catches the morning sun, the perfect place to relax. In the chic grey kitchen, you can enjoy views over the allotments at the breakfast bar. Ample fitted cupboards, provide excellent storage and work surfaces. Both of the two double bedrooms, have built-in storage cupboards and there is a bright modern shower room, complete with quadrant enclosure. This flat comes with excellent storage options; there are two external stores, one adjacent to the flat and one on the ground floor.

The property benefits from a well maintained communal garden to rear, which borders allotments.

Parking: Unrestricted on-street parking

Extras: all fitted floor covering, light fittings and all kitchen appliances, to be included in the sale.

Property Summary

Located in highly sought-after Blackford

Lounge/Dining Room with covered balcony

Modern fitted Kitchen

Two double bedrooms with built-in storage

Stylish shower room

Excellent storage, including two external stores

Well maintained communal gardens

Un-restricted on street parking

Location

The property is situated just off Mayfield Road in a highly sought after residential area lying just South of the city centre. It borders with well heeled neighbours, such as the Grange, Marchmont and Morningside where a wealth of cafés, bars, restaurants and specialist shops can be found. Cameron Toll Shopping Centre is just a short trip away and offers a number of retailers and a Sainsbury’s. Leisure pursuits include walks around the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve. The Pentland Hills Regional Park is a short drive away and offers walking, biking, pony-trekking and skiing at Hillend snow sports centre. For the golf enthusiast The Braid Hills and Craigmillar Park Golf courses are within easy reach. For entertainment you have the Church Hill Theatre, the fabulous art deco, independent Dominion Cinema and the Queens Hall in Newington. Schooling is well catered for in the area from primary to secondary level including Sciennes Primary and James Gillespie’s High School. Edinburgh University’s Kings Buildings is within just 10 minutes walk from the flat. There are regular bus services to the city centre and Edinburgh City By-pass is within easy reach, offering links to the major road networks and Edinburgh International Airport.