2 bed maindoor flat for sale in Hillside

Property highlight: Beautiful maindoor 2 bed flat with plenty of period features and storage close to city centre.

27 Montgomery Street is an extremely engaging, well-proportioned two-bedroom maindoor flat, forming part of a traditional Victorian tenement in the sought after area of Hillside, close to the city centre. The home has been upgraded by the current owner to create a delightful home, embracing period features with modern flourishes, benefitting from working shutters and plenty of storage space. Entered by way of a smart, gated path with wrought iron railings, the front door opens onto an entrance vestibule and in turn onto the spacious hall. The south facing bay windowed sitting room is flooded with natural light. A fine stone fireplace forms a lovely focal point in the room, whilst the stripped, sanded and varnished floorboards bounce light through the room. Overhead beautifully ornate cornice work and picture rails adds further character. The spacious kitchen/dining room is fitted with bespoke wall and base mounted cabinetry, incorporating a gas cooker and extractor hood, with a freestanding fridge/freezer. Double bedroom one is positioned to the rear of the property, with soft fitted carpet and two walk in dressing rooms in addition to direct access to the ‘Jack and Jill' style bathroom (which is fitted with a bath (and shower over), WC and wash hand basin. The second double bedroom is also to the rear overlooking the rear garden, fitted with further soft fitted carpet and a series of extensive bookshelves. The boxroom off the sitting room is currently being used as an office space and a handy utility cupboard is located off the hall, housing the washing machine, whilst a stylish walk in shower room (with shower, WC and wash hand basin) completes the internal accommodation. Heating and hot water is provided by the combi boiler. Heating and hot water is provided by the combi boiler. Externally there is a shared garden to the rear of the building accessed from the communal stair of number 25. Resident's permit holder parking and metered parking is available on the street outside. Location The popular area of Hillside is situated in the heart of Edinburgh, a short walk from the top of Leith Walk and St James Quarter. There is a nice local park on Montgomery Street and the beautiful open spaces of Calton Hill and neighbouring Holyrood Park are close by. The tram line is close by, providing swift access to the west of City and the airport and a wide variety of buses run along London Road and Leith Walk. The area is well served by a huge selection of fashionable cafes, bars and restaurants including Joseph Pearce's and Herringbone. For shopping requirements, there is the infamous Valvona & Crolla on Elm Row, a Scotmid on Easter Road and a Tesco on Leith Walk. Extras All blinds, light fittings, fitted floor coverings and kitchen appliances are included in the sale. Some additional items of furniture may be available by separate discussion.