19/5 Watson Crescent, Edinburgh, EH11 1HA

The property

Forming part of a traditional tenement building in Polwarth, next to the Union Canal, the property occupies a first-floor position in a four storey tenement the flat enjoys a double bedroom, a generous reception room, a kitchen, and a shower room, plus access to a newly landscaped shared rear garden. A shared stairwell via a secure entry system leads to the property’s front door on the first floor, where a hallway welcomes you inside and accommodates a built-in storage cupboard. The property is presented in move in condition, with fresh, neutral décor and gas central heating with newly fitted neutral carpets throughout. On your left is a generous reception room, which offers ample space for both lounge and dining furniture. The kitchen is conveniently connected to the living room, where wall and base cabinets are accompanied by workspace and a tiled splashback. Across the hall, the flat’s double bedroom offers plenty of space for freestanding bedroom furnishings and is supplemented by built-in wardrobes. A practical 3-piece shower room finished in white, includes a glass and tile shower enclosure with electric shower, sink and WC. The home is kept warm by a gas central heating system. Externally, the flat enjoys access to a newly landscaped shared rear garden, whilst controlled on-street parking on Watson Crescent falls under Zone S4. Enjoying a tranquil setting close to the picturesque Union Canal, yet conveniently situated just three miles south-west of Edinburgh’s city centre, this is a popular base from which to live and work in the capital. This highly desirable residential district boasts an excellent range of everyday amenities, including shops both Lidl and Co-op supermarkets, bars and bistros. In addition, the nearby Fountain Park leisure complex offers a multi-screen cinema, a state-of-the-art gym, family-friendly restaurants and pubs, and further attractions for all ages. The area is ideally situated for those attending Edinburgh and Napier Universities, and for professionals connected to the financial district and city hospitals. Those who favour the fresh air are spoiled for choice with the idyllic canal on the doorstep, and Harrison Park, Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows just a stone’s throw away. Polwarth is well-connected with cycle paths and regular buses to the City Centre, Gyle Shopping Centre, Heriot Watt University and Leith – including night buses. The sought-after area also offers quick and easy access to the City Bypass, Edinburgh airport and M8/M9 motorway network