16a Ryehill Gardens, Edinburgh, EH6 8ER

The property

Occupying a prime corner plot, 16a Ryehill Gardens is a contemporary, architect-designed redbrick townhouse which instantly impresses with its trendy industrial aesthetic. Approached via the low-maintenance walled garden, the front door opens into a spacious entrance hall with two storage cupboards and a two-piece WC. On the right, the large living room is flooded with southwesterly light and offers flexible space for an assortment of furniture. The room flows into the vast open-plan kitchen and dining area to the rear (also accessed off the hall), which provides access to the private patio and garden. Framed by a convivial peninsula, the sleek fitted kitchen provides extensive storage and workspace, and hosts a range of integrated appliances. Up on the first floor landing, which offers two useful cupboards, is the master bedroom with a Juliet balcony, fitted wardrobes and an immaculate en-suite shower room. Also on this landing is the second double bedroom overlooking the garden and featuring a fitted wardrobe; and the three-piece family bathroom. The second floor houses a further double bedroom (with storage) and two single bedrooms (one with storage). The property benefits from double-glazing and gas central heating. Externally the rear private garden comprises a patio and lawn with shrubs. the garden also allows access to a single garage (vehicle access is via Barleyhill Terrace). Ample on-street parking is also available. The popular residential area of Leith Links lies to the east of Edinburgh's city centre and close to bustling Leith and the fashionable shore area. A wide selection of local shops are within the vicinity. Nearby Ocean Terminal offers a range of high street stores, restaurants, a cinema, a gym and is home to the Royal Yacht Britannia. Schooling is well catered for from nursery to senior level and Leith School of Art is nearby. Home Report: £400,000 EPC: C