202/5 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4QQ

The property

Situated in Morningside, a fashionable and sought-after area that is home to a wide variety of local amenities, a vibrant social scene and transport links, 202/5 Morningside Road will appeal to a variety of buyers. The flat's front door is approached via a secure shared stairwell and a generous, L-shaped hall welcomes you inside, incorporating built-in storage and offering space for furniture items. Tucked at the end of the hall to the front of the property is a generous reception room, offering a wealth of floor space for numerous furniture layouts. The room is elegantly-presented with muted décor, delightful cornicing and a ceiling rose, and a large dual-aspect bay window with a traditional panelled surround. An open Edinburgh Press offers display/storage shelving, whilst a striking fireplace with a lovely wood surround and a charming period insert further enhances the room and creates a cosy focal point. Next door, a kitchen is fitted with modern wall and base cabinets accompanied by a spacious wood worktop and boldly-coloured splashback tiling, and is replete with a range of appliances. The appealing flat accommodates two double bedrooms. The particularly spacious master bedroom, with stylish dove grey décor and a neutrally-toned carpet, offers excellent built-in storage and boasts its own en-suite shower room, complete with a corner shower enclosure and a WC-suite. The remaining bedroom enjoys the same décor, enhanced by handsome wood flooring, classic cornicing, and a delightful original fireplace. Finally, a bright, partially-tiled bathroom completes the accommodation on offer and comprises a bath with an overhead shower and a shower tap attachment, a pedestal basin, and a WC. The home benefits from a gas central heating system. Externally, residents of the flats enjoy access to a large, neatly-lawned rear garden, whilst parking on Morningside Road and in the vicinity falls under Zone S2. Morningside offers boutiques, supermarkets (including a Waitrose and an M&S), and a thriving coffee scene. A luxury cinema and a choice of theatres provide entertainment, alongside a host of restaurants. The area is well-placed for the great outdoors too, with the Pentland Hills just a short drive away. Braidburn Valley Park and Blackford Hill are close by. For schooling, Morningside has excellent state schools, falling into the catchment area for Bruntsfield Primary School and Boroughmuir High. Furthermore, Edinburgh's fantastic independent schools are within easy reach. Finally, Morningside offers fast and convenient commuting, with outstanding transport links, including the nearby City Bypass and regular buses running to and from the city centre. Home Report £300,000 EPC: D