2 (1F3) Howard Street, Canonmills, EH3 5JP

The property

Situated in a conservation area within Edinburgh’s sought-after Canonmills district, this two-bedroom first-floor corner flat, with views over the scenic Water of Leith, is only a short stroll from the fashionable New Town and bustling city centre. Beautifully-presented throughout and brimming with period features, the flat presents an ideal city home in an excellent location. Accessed via a secure entry phone system and a well-kept communal stairwell, the front door opens into a spacious hallway, housing two handy storage cupboards. Here, the high ceilings, original doors and stripped hardwood flooring (which flows throughout most of the property) offers the first glimpse of the delightful period details of this home. Boasting sunshine throughout the morning from a large bay window is a spacious living room. This wonderful reception room is arranged around a feature fireplace and enjoys neutral décor enhanced by intricate cornicing, a ceiling rose, traditional wood-panelling, whilst an Edinburgh Press provides space for display items and hidden storage. The spacious south-facing dining kitchen enjoys leafy garden and partial river views and is fitted with an array of solid wood wall and base units, complemented by crisp white splashback tiling and a range of integrated appliances, including an eye-level electric oven and a microwave, a gas hob and an extractor fan, as well as an under-counter fridge, a freezer, a washing machine and a tumble dryer. This leaves plenty of space for a dining table and chairs for seated dining. The appealing flat accommodates two stylishly-decorated double bedrooms, both bathing in natural light throughout the day due to their southeast- and southwest-facing windows. The larger bedroom provides ample space for a variety of freestanding furniture, whilst the smaller bedroom houses a large fitted wardrobe. Completing the accommodation is a three-piece bathroom featuring contemporary monochrome tiling, with a freestanding roll top bath, a hidden-cistern WC and a pedestal basin. Gas central heating throughout ensures a warm internal climate all year round. Externally, the flat enjoys access to a well-kept communal garden. On-street permit parking (Zone N2) and Pay and Display parking is available on Howard Place and Warriston Crescent. There is a stair fund organised by all owners to cover stair cleaning. This is split between 9 flats at approximately £100 per annum. Sitting within the popular residential area of Canonmills the flat enjoys the vibrant atmosphere of the immediate surroundings, neighbouring Stockbridge and the bustling City Centre. Canonmills provides an excellent choice of shopping facilities including a Tesco on Broughton Road, with an array of specialist shops, bistros and destination bars just moments from the flat. Regular buses run to many parts of the town, including towards Leith, Victoria Quay and Ocean Terminal, with the City Bypass and main motorway networks also easily accessible. HOME REPORT £250,000. EPC BAND D.