34/5 West Craigs Crescent, Edinburgh, EH12 8NB
Sale history
£188,000 in September 2022
The property
An opportunity has arisen to purchase a delightful, well-presented and spacious second floor flat forming part of this well-established development within the popular and convenient residential area of Corstorphine lying to the west of the historical and business city centre of Edinburgh. West Craigs Crescent, located adjacent to Turnhouse Road, is just less than five miles from Princes Street and is well placed for access to the city centre with regular buses serving this area and with access by rail with South Gyle Station 0.8 miles away and Edinburgh Park Station 1.1 miles from the subjects of sale. The flat is also well situated for access to the Gyle Shopping and Business Centre which is a short distance away and there is also a convenient connection to the central motorway network to the M8 to Glasgow, M9 to Stirling and to Edinburgh International Airport and Queensferry Crossing. Connection can also be made to the Edinburgh City Bypass and from there to the A1 travelling to the south. Within the immediate vicinity are amenities for everyday requirements, including shopping facilities at Corstorphine, with a variety of bars, restaurants and coffee shops. The Gyle Shopping Centre offers additional outlets including Marks & Spencer and Morrisons. For outdoor pursuits the property is on the western outskirts of the city and walks can be enjoyed at nearby Cammo, Cramond and along the River Forth at Silverknowes. The David Lloyd Leisure Centre is also well situated providing sporting and swimming facilities and there is a golf course at Turnhouse and at Carrickknowe. The block of which the property forms part has the benefit of a security entryphone system and the stairs and halls are well lit with good natural sunshine from the large picture windows which brighten the area. This superb flat offers very spacious accommodation comprising a welcoming entrance hall, an elegant and well-proportioned lounge/dining room with balconies at either end overlooking the lovely open garden ground. There are two good double bedrooms, a fitted kitchen with appliances and outlook to the front, a luxury bathroom with three-piece suite and instant shower and an additional WC. The property benefits from double glazing and there is electric heating throughout. The private external store is shared as is the car port providing good parking facilities. Surrounding the property is exceptional and well maintained communal gardens. Most of the area is laid out in grass with mature trees providing an area of privacy for the enjoyment of the residents. Charles White factor the block and the annual charges include the insurance cover for the flat itself. The flat is in good decorative order and the sale includes fitted carpets and curtains. To appreciate the excellent location of this property and the light and spacious and extremely sunny accommodation which it offers on the second floor, early viewing is recommended.
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Kitchen
2.67 m X 2.59 m / 8'9" X 8'6"
The kitchen has the benefit of a large window facing the front of the building and a further small window to the side. Window blinds included. The kitchen is well fitted with wall and base units. Ample worktops, sink unit and drainer. Fitted carpet. Fluorescent lighting. Shelved cupboard annexed. The appliances, which include a Zanussi fridge and freezer, Zanussi washing machine and an electric cooker, are included in the sale and whilst they are presently in working order no guarantee is given as to their future condition. There is space for breakfasting in this well planned kitchen.
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Bathroom
1.91 m X 1.91 m / 6'3" X 6'3"
This is a modern luxury bathroom fully tiled for ease of maintenance. This includes the bath, wash hand basin and WC and an instant over-bath shower with shower screen. Vinyl tiled floor. Ceiling recessed lights. Views to the side of the property to the tree line area. Window blind included.
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Entrance to the Block
An entryphone system serves the block, and the lower hall and upper landings along with the staircase are carpeted. The flat is situated on the second floor with views to both the front and rear of the building.
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Entrance Reception Hall
A welcoming entrance to this fine property with fitted carpet and radiator. A hall cupboard providing storage space houses the electric fuse board and meter.
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Lounge/Dining Room
6.48 m X 3.73 m / 21'3" X 12'3"
A special feature of this delightful living area is the balcony accommodation situated on both ends of the room with sliding patio doors opening onto the balconies. Views can be enjoyed to the front and rear from these areas. There are two ceiling lights, fitted carpet and curtains. Radiator. Four power points. TV connection.
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Rear Hall
This opens onto the bedroom accommodation and the bathroom and is carpeted.
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Double Bedroom (1)
3.89 m X 3.73 m / 12'9" X 12'3"
A well-presented double bedroom with large picture window overlooking the garden. Fitted carpet and curtains. Two power points. Ceiling light. Radiator.
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Double Bedroom (2)
3.66 m X 2.74 m / 12'0" X 9'0"
A further spacious room with fitted carpet and curtains. Radiator. Two power points.
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Additional WC
This comprises a WC and wash hand basin. Frosted double glazed window. Fitted mirror. Vinyl floor covering.
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Mutual Parking and Bin Store
There is a shared car port which has access from the street at the front of the property, and the private outside store also accommodates the bins for the various proprietors.
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Gardens
The area of mutual gardens is extensive and very well maintained through the factors who manage the block and the garden area. Laid mainly to grass there are, in addition, mature shrubs, trees and bushes which result in a delightful outdoor area to be viewed from the property and enjoyed by the residents.
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