Flat 7, 26 Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh, EH3 7RN

The property

Forming part of a grand B-listed Victorian townhouse overlooking private residents' gardens, with allocated private parking this exclusive one-bedroom second-floor apartment promises an outstanding West End period home; set in walking distance of Edinburgh city centre, Haymarket transport hub and such scenic spaces as Dean Village and the Water of Leith. Bathed in swathes of natural light due to its southerly- facing aspect and vast sash-and-case windows, the apartment's inviting airy ambience is further enhanced by generously-proportioned rooms with soaring ceilings, crisp minimalist interiors and elegant authentic features. Contemporary additions to the accommodation have been thoughtfully chosen to sympathetically complement this traditional home, whilst bringing it luxuriously up-to-date. Marking an impressive approach to the property is a beautifully presented communal foyer and stairwell approached via a solid double front door and featuring a cupola skylight with delicate detailing. From the foyer, a convenient cage-style elevator can also be taken to the second floor. Here, the front door opens into a spacious hall boasting soft dove-grey walls and honey-coloured timber flooring; a stylish understated finish echoed throughout the property. Yielding a fantastic vista across the leafy residents' gardens and benefiting from the afternoon sun is a superbly spacious living room providing a wealth of flexible space for furniture. Exquisite, intricately- detailed cornicing and a coal-effect fire, set into an imposing period-style surround, bring charming touches to the room. Next door, sharing the same enviable views and sunny aspect with a seated dining area perfectly placed to take full advantage of both, is an immaculate, state- of-the-art fitted kitchen. Italian-designed, the high-end appearance is created with flat-panel cabinets, some with a unique slate-effect frontage, resilient Corian worktops, integrated down lighting and quality integrated Miele goods. The latter comprises an eye-level steamer oven and a microwave, a ceramic hob and a fridge freezer. Accessed from the hall is a practical utility cupboard housing a freestanding Miele washer dryer. The flat's sunny double bedroom also offers delightful garden views and retains magnificent ceiling cornicing. A built-in cupboard provides handy storage. Finally, laid with wood-effect floor tiles is a chic bathroom replete with a wall-hung WC and basin (with vanity storage), set against characterful wainscoting panelling, and a shower-over-bath with a deluxe rainfall showerhead. The property is heated via an electric boiler serving wet central heating system. Externally, residents' of Drumsheugh Gardens enjoy access to the area's well-maintained private gardens located to the front of the property. On-street controlled parking falls under Zone 1. EPC Rating - C.