13 Blackford Hill View, Edinburgh, EH9 3HD

The property

Lying at the foot of Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill local Nature Reserve, close to local shops and schools, and just over 2 miles from the heart of the capital, this five-bedroom, two-bathroom detached villa would be perfect for growing families or, due to its successful track record as a holiday let, rental investors. The front door opens into a vestibule flowing through to a hall with storage and a WC. The living room is on the first floor, reached via a staircase and a landing with further storage. Occupying a generous footprint allowing for a wealth of lounge furniture layouts, the neutrally-decorated, dual-aspect reception area is illuminated by a quartet of windows framing breathtaking views encompassing the castle, Arthur's Seat, and Salisbury Crags. The room is heightened by a wood-clad vaulted ceiling and a fireplace, and features patio doors opening onto a spacious balcony with plenty of room for alfresco dining furniture. Returning back to the ground-floor hall, a small flight of stairs leads to a split-level, where you will find a kitchen, two bedrooms, and a bathroom. The kitchen incorporates a range of classically-styled cabinets accompanied by plentiful workspace, splashback tiling, and a breakfast bar, as well as room for a dining table and chairs. An oven, grill, microwave, hob, and extractor hood are integrated, whilst a freestanding fridge and a dishwasher are included. The kitchen is supplemented by a utility room (with external access) which houses a washing machine. The bedrooms on this level consist of a double and a good-sized single, both offering plenty of space for bedroom furnishings and enjoying rear garden views. The tiled bathroom comes complete with a bathtub with a shower attachment, and a WC-suite. The remaining bedrooms are on the ground floor and comprise a master with built-in wardrobes and a four-piece en-suite bathroom; a second double with built-in storage; and a good-sized single. All three bedrooms on this floor enjoy the same fantastic outlook as the living room. The home is heated by gas central heating and benefits from double-glazed windows. Externally, the home is accompanied by front and rear gardens. The front garden boasts a superb decked dining terrace sharing the outstanding views enjoyed by the property, as well as lawns bordered by neat hedges. The back garden also features a lawn and a patio. Private parking is provided by a detached single garage.