117/7 Lochend Road, Edinburgh, EH6 8BX

The property

Lying within easy reach of the city centre, as well as the nearby bustling Easter Road and Leith, this desirable two bedroom third floor flat boasts a prime location and offers captivating views across the capital all the way to the Firth of Forth, Calton Hill, Arthur’s Seat and Corstorphine Hill. Forming part of an Edwardian red sandstone tenement building, the flat has been extensively improved over recent years and is presented in immaculate decorative order, with contemporary, yet sympathetically classic interiors. Accessed via a secure entry system and communal stairwell to the top floor, the flat opens into a spacious L-shaped hallway, lit by a skylight and incorporating two storage cupboards. Flooded with natural light from a large bay window, the generous southwest-facing living room enjoys views across the neighbouring playing fields towards Edinburgh’s iconic skyline. Elegantly decorated in a tranquil neutral palette, supplemented by a charming picture rail and ornate cornicing, this wonderfully light and airy space is arranged around an inviting living-flame fire, set into a charming surround. An authentic Edinburgh Press creates an attractive recessed shelving area. The beautifully appointed kitchen incorporates a seated breakfasting area. Ultra-chic in style, the space is fitted with a wide array of crisp white cabinets, complemented by integrated down lighting , extensive worktops and Integrated appliances. The hallway cupboard (closest to the kitchen) makes an ideal larder, with shelving and a freezer. Also accessed from the hall, is a utility room, with a fitted coat rail, built-in storage and a washing machine. Laid with pristine carpeting, the flat’s two good sized double bedrooms enjoy a peaceful position, with the spacious master bedroom further enhanced by original cornicing. Finally, a bright bathroom, finished with sophisticated stone effect tiling and a decorative mosaic trim, comprises a modern WC-suite and a shower-over-bath. The flat benefits from gas central heating, double glazing, access to a well-kept communal garden and on-street parking. The property is situated within the popular Lochend area of Edinburgh, east of the City Centre. The property is well positioned to take advantage of a good range of local shops, as well as having easy access by foot to Meadowbank Retail Park. The neighbouring Shore area offers Edinburgh’s best dining experience, with no less than two Michelin Star restaurants, trendy quayside bars and an eclectic mix of restaurants all within a twenty minute walk of the property. £190,000. EPC BAND C.