4
Bed(s)
5
Bath(s)
3,203
SQFT
A magnificent and hard to come by main door, 3-4 bedroomed, double fronted; ground and garden apartment located in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town. Comprehensively refurbished by the present owners, this superb property offers light and flexible family accommodation over two floors with a large South facing enclosed manicured garden. Every period detail has been restored to its original splendour and a seamless combination of traditional and contemporary design makes this property a very desirable New Town residence. The accommodation extends to over 3,000 sq ft.
Summary of Accommodation:
A synergy of old meets new - passionately restored period features blending seamlessly with stylish contemporary design in the bathrooms and bespoke Harvey Jones kitchen - restored flagstone floors; feature fireplaces; intricate cornicing and plasterwork; working shutters.
Double glazing to the rear of the property.
Engineered oak flooring to the main accommodation.
Ground Floor
Elegant spacious entrance hall with flagstone floor and intricate cornicing.
Harvey Jones hand painted custom made kitchen with Teak worktops and Silestone kitchen island; feature fireplace; dining area; French style double windows with Juliette Balcony overlooking the rear garden.
Drawing room with feature fireplace, living-flame gas fire, parliament hinged doors opening to the dining/kitchen area.
WC
Study/Bedroom 4 with feature fireplace and living-flame gas fire.
Master bedroom suite with walk-in wardrobe area, Japanese style sliding doors, luxurious ensuite bathroom with free standing bath, his and her wash hand basins, large walk-in shower and WC. The master suite overlooks the peaceful rear garden.
Original restored stone stairway leads to the lower ground floor accommodation:
Family ‘Snug’ with access to the rear patio and garden, living-flame gas fired stove.
Family bathroom
Two large double bedrooms both with ensuite bathrooms.
Linen Cupboard.
Comprehensively fully fitted utility room.
Main door entrance to the lower ground accommodation with private terrace and two dry lined storage cellars (one housing the boiler room).
Outside Space
Magnificent South facing private walled garden with grass area, pergola seating area, mature planted borders, together with lower terraced area.
Dry lined under pavement cellars to the front with terraced area.
Residents Zoned parking (subject to an annual fee)
Situation:
London Street is situated in Edinburgh’s historic and prestigious New Town within easy walking distance of the city centre - with its abundant shopping establishments, boutiques and bars - and cosmopolitan Stockbridge, renowned for its village atmosphere and artisan shops, cafés and restaurants. The New Town is both a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Edinburgh’s most affluent and sought after residential areas. Multrees Walk, John Lewis’ department store, and the new state of the art St. James Shopping Centre (set to open in 2020), are just minutes away.
The property is a short walk from St Andrew Square which is regularly used as a venue for seasonal events; the Playhouse Theatre which offers an excellent programme of shows throughout the year and the Omni Centre which boasts a multi-screen cinema, various dining options and a Nuffield Health Leisure Centre.
The area is well served by Tesco, Waitrose and Sainsbury’s supermarkets as well as the popular independent shops and local producers of Broughton Street. London Street is situated moments away from the prestigious Queen Street Gardens and King George V Park which features a children’s playground and access to Edinburgh’s extensive cycle network; and a short distance from numerous other recreational facilities and green spaces including The Royal Botanic Gardens; the Water of Leith walkway and Inverleith Park which has an active tennis and bowling club.
London Street benefits from ample zoned parking and good proximity to the city’s bus and tram network as well as convenient access to the city bypass, A1 motorway, Waverley Station and Edinburgh’s International Airport.
London Street lies within the catchment area for Broughton Primary School with private schooling options including The Edinburgh Academy, Fettes College, Erskine Stewarts Melville Schools and St George’s School in close proximity.
General Remarks:
Proof and Source of Funds / Anti Money Laundering
Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds. This may include evidence of bank statements/funding source, mortgage or confirmation from a solicitor the purchaser has the funds to conclude the transaction. All individuals involved in the transaction are required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. This is acceptable either as original or certified documents.
Fixtures and Fittings:
Only appliances specifically mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale price. In all other aspects the treatment of fixtures and fittings within the relevant Conveyancing Standard Clauses apply.
Services:
Gas central heating, mains water, gas and electricity.
Postcode:
EH3 6LZ
Outgoings:
Council Tax Band Category: G
EPC: C
Viewing:
By appointment through Rettie & Co, 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh EH3 6DH.
Tel: 0131 220 4160
Misrepresentations:
1. The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.
2. The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into contract in reliance on the said statements, that he has satisfied himself as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property.
3. Any error, omission or mis-statement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action.