27/5 Restalrig Road, Edinburgh, EH6 8BB

The property

A short stroll to Leith Links, this two bedroom third floor tenement flat offers a beautiful period home, which offers beautiful stylish interiors, which blend effortlessly with its charming original features, namely varnished floorboards and intricate cornicing. On the bright third floor landing, the front door opens into a generous hall and hosts a large box room – which offers fantastic storage, whilst also making the perfect home office. Positioned at the front of the property, the stylish sitting room is flooded with natural light from a southwest-facing bay window framed by classic painted panelling and offering lovely views over Leith Links. The room boasts a handsome cast iron fireplace and offers scope for various configurations. The rear-facing dining kitchen is an inviting, light-filled entertaining space with homely feel. Sage green shaker-style cabinets provide storage and worktop space, along with space for white goods. The kitchen further benefits from a shelved walk-in pantry, and space for a central dining table. The property accommodates two exceptionally bright and spacious bedrooms, a front-facing double and a charming single to the rear. Finally, a three-piece bathroom, comprises a shower-over-bath, a pedestal basin and a WC. Gas central heating and modern double glazed sash and case windows are fitted throughout. To the rear are well maintained shared gardens. LINKSLeith Links is the vast open green parkland which the properties are set around and famous as the 'home of golf' hence the name links. It lies close to the historic port of Leith, where the wealthy merchants built their grand houses around the park. The vibrant and popular Shore area is close by, offering a wealth of bars, cafes and Michelin starred restaurants. Nearby is the Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre, offering high street shopping and includes a gym, cinema and moored alongside is the famous Royal Yacht Brittania and the head quarters of the Scottish Office. The park is a great social hub with local football clubs, children's playground, tennis courts and bowling greens. The old Victoria Baths are close by, now a leisure centre, with swimming pool and fitness suite. The Water of Leith cycle path network is easily accessible with pedestrian/cycle routes, safely connecting you to Edinburgh and outlying areas. An excellent number of regular bus routes, service the area, including the No.22 route to the west and the Gyle Business Park and the No.35, passes by the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood and onto the west.