3 bed upper flat for sale in Merchiston

34 Spylaw Road is a most impressive main door upper flatted villa, with an abundance of period features throughout, excellent storage, a private garden and parking. The property is entered by way of a vestibule with ornate floor tiles and a part glazed door leading to the spacious entrance hall where the feature curved staircase leads to the upper hall. A cupola here provides natural daylight and there are some beautiful period features with cornicework and a detailed wrought iron balustrade. The lounge has a stunning picture bay window to the front of the property, again with lots of period features, including a fire surround with gas fire. There is a lovely formal dining room, with a window to the rear, and this room would be equally suited for use as an additional bedroom if desired. The kitchen has a good range of base and wall units, incorporating a fitted breakfast bar area, and the hob, oven, washing machine, fridge and freezer are all included in the sale. The principal bedroom is beautifully proportioned and has generous fitted wardrobes and access to an ensuite bathroom with a roll top bath with shower above and fitted vanity storage. There are two further double bedrooms, one of which has a generous storage cupboard. The modern family bathroom boasts both wall tiling and wall panelling and a shower over the bath with shower screen. Gas central heating has been installed and the property has access to a well-tended private garden to the front and there is parking to the side. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the quality of accommodation on offer in this sought after location. Merchiston is a highly sought after area with excellent amenities on the doorstep and the vibrant areas of Morningside and Bruntsfield are within walking distance. Shopping facilities are excellent with both small independent shops, delis and a variety of supermarkets, including Waitrose and Marks and Spencer whilst Cameron Toll Shopping Centre, with a large Sainsburys supermarket is also within easy reach. The area also has access to an excellent choice of cafes, bistros, bars and restaurants and Morningside is home to the well-known Churchill Theatre and Dominion Cinema. The city centre itself, with its impressive range of shopping, bars, restaurants, theatres, museums and galleries is just a short drive or bus ride away. For lovers of the outdoors Harrison Park is just around the corner, whilst Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows are just a short walk away. Blackford Hill, The Royal Observatory, Braidburn Valley Park, the Pentland Hills and Hillend Ski Centre are all close by as are a variety of leisure centres, sports clubs, private health clubs, tennis clubs and Craiglockhart Leisure Centre and the Royal Commonwealth Pool. Schooling is well represented at all levels, within both the public and private sectors. There are excellent transport links throughout Edinburgh and beyond with quick and easy access to the city bypass and main motorway networks and a good public transport service operates to the city centre and surrounding areas.