2 bed second floor flat for sale in Stockbridge

A fantastic, second floor flat, which has a lovely open outlook from the sitting room windows over Raeburn Place and garden views from the dining kitchen. It has well-proportioned, generously sized rooms throughout and occupies a superb location in the heart of popular Stockbridge, a short walking distance from central Edinburgh and the green spaces of Inverleith Park and the Botanic Gardens. It is close to excellent amenities including restaurants, coffee shops and forms part of a sought after, well-established residential area. It has been well maintained offering lots of attractive features, including working shutters, panelled window surrounds and doors, antique oak effect, wooden laminate flooring, deep skirting and cornice work. The sitting room is stunning with two windows allowing for lots of light and has an attractive feature fireplace. The dining-kitchen, facing the rear, has a lovely view over the communal gardens, Stockbridge properties and there is ample quality, glossy, cream units at wall and floor level with complementary work tops and tiled splash back. There are two large double bedrooms and a recently refurbished bathroom, with shower. The stairwell is tidy and bright and there is a well-kept communal garden to rear. The city centre, with its many attractions can be reached on a pleasant walk and there are quick links to road networks and the airport. Located in the much sought after Stockbridge which offers an ideal location just a 15-minute walk from the city centre. The bustling and unique village atmosphere offers a wealth of amenities including chic boutiques, art galleries, independent shops, bookshops, renowned cheese mongers, fish mongers and a butcher. A fantastic selection of fashionable cafés, restaurants, and pubs line the street, each giving the area character and the individual flair it is renowned for. A large Waitrose supermarket is conveniently situated nearby. The Stockbridge market, held every Sunday at Jubilee Gardens, boasts fresh produce and artisan crafts from independent traders. Nearby Craigleith Retail Park offers more extensive shopping with a wide variety of High Street stores. Enjoying the outdoors could not be more inviting, with Inverleith Park and the colourful Royal Botanic gardens all close by – an oasis of green making it seem almost impossible to be so close to the city centre. A leisurely stroll or cycle along the beautiful Water of Leith walkway makes the perfect escape from the day’s hustle and bustle. For a vintage treat, the Glenogle swim centre offers beautifully restored Victorian swimming baths, a state-of-the-art gym and fitness classes. In addition, the area benefits from outstanding schooling in both the private and state sector including Stockbridge Primary, Broughton High, George Heriots, Fettes College and Edinburgh Academy, among others. Stockbridge is well-served by regular bus services to the city centre and beyond and Waverley train station is within walking distance for easy commuting.