3 Leopold Place, Edinburgh, EH7 5JW

The property

This attractive property forms part of a stunning A-listed Georgian tenement designed in the 1820s by W.H. Playfair, who was also responsible for the Royal Scottish Academy and National Gallery buildings in Princes Street. Enjoying classical proportions and symmetrical design. 3 Leopold Place has been owned by the same family for 65 years, has been very well maintained and is enviably located and in Hillside in the New Town conservation area. The property is situated on the first floor and boasts fabulous views from large South facing windows to Calton Hill. The accommodation has retained fine period features including ornate cornicing, working shutters and a feature fireplace in the lounge. Freshly painted throughout in a neutral tone and as mentioned has been excellently maintained however there is now scope for modernization to the dining kitchen and the bathroom. Please note: The lounge and the bedroom have been virtually staged to demonstrate how the rooms could be furnished, the property is being shown without furniture. Leopold Place is a bustling city street, commanding a prime position in the heart of Edinburgh, near to the trendy bars and restaurants of Leith Walk and Easter Road and mere moments from the vast array of cultural and leisure activities in the city centre. The new St James’ Quarter is just a few minutes walk away, leading to world renowned Princes Street and The Royal Mile. Overlooking the leafy grounds of Hillside Crescent, the property is also ideal for those seeking some peace and quiet in the city, with the beautiful open spaces of Calton Hill and neighbouring Holyrood Park just a short distance away. Closer by you can access the green spaces of Gayfield Square, Hillside Crescent and London Road Gardens. Access through the City Centre is made particularly easy with regular bus service running from London Road and for the motorist, the nearby A1 provides easy access to the City Bypass, Edinburgh International Airport and central Scotland’s motorway network. Waverley Railway Station also within walking distance as are trams on Leith Walk along with again within walking distance a bus station at St Andrew’s Square.