7/13 Wardlaw Street, Edinburgh, EH11 1TL

The property

This traditional one-bedroom third- floor flat is characterised by the generous proportions and natural light synonymous with classic Edinburgh tenements, and offers an attractive first-home or rental investment in popular Gorgie. The property would now benefit from a degree of modernisation, however, is equipped with double-glazed windows and a gas-fired central heating system. The top-floor flat enjoys a tranquil, rear-facing aspect overlooking the communal garden and unrestricted, on- street parking directly adjacent. Tucked on Wardlaw Street, just off bustling Gorgie Road, the stone-built tenement is accessed via a secure entry-phone system leading into the shared stairwell. Welcoming you into the top-floor flat is a good-sized hall with two useful storage cupboards. The hall has retained original panelled doors with gleaming brassware, and flows into a bright and spacious living/ dining room with a traditional gas fire and a built-in surround. The bijou kitchen is tucked neatly into the corner and accommodates an integrated gas hob and an integrated electric oven/grill. There is also space for an undercounter washing machine and a compact fridge freezer. Just off the living/dining room is a versatile box room, which would lend itself to various uses, such as a home office or study, or could be opened up to create a dedicated dining alcove, subject to obtaining planning and building consent. The double bedroom across the hall allows flexible floorspace for a double bed frame, bedside cabinets and additional storage furniture. Substantial built-in wardrobes and overhead cupboards provide fantastic hidden storage. The bright three-piece bathroom is equipped with a shower-over-bath, a pedestal basin and a toilet. Gas central heating and double-glazed windows ensure year-round comfort and efficiency. The flat enjoys use of a mature, communal garden to the rear, as well as unrestricted parking on Wardlaw Street and in the vicinity. EPC Rating - D. Extras: all fitted floor coverings, curtains, light fixtures, washing machine and fridge freezer to be included in the sale. Gorgie Located approximately two miles southwest of the city centre, the popular suburb of Gorgie enjoys a charming small-town ambience with a fantastic range of local services and amenities. Bustling Gorgie Road is home to a vibrant selection of local shops, high street retailers and supermarkets, with further shopping facilities available in neighbouring Dalry and Chesser. Beloved for its diverse social scene, Gorgie boasts an organic mix of trendy bars and bistros, award-winning restaurants and traditional pubs. Residents of Gorgie are also spoiled for choice when it comes to sport, leisure and entertainment. For sports fans it is perhaps best known for Tynecastle Stadium (home to Heart of Midlothian F.C.) and for its close proximity to Murrayfield Stadium, which hosts a varied programme of live sports and music events throughout the year. A cherished fixture in the community for more than 30 years, Gorgie City Farm promises fun for all the family with hands-on activities in farming, gardening and handicrafts. Gorgie is within the catchment area for well-regarded Dalry Primary School and Tynecastle High School, and is also within easy reach of some of Edinburgh's most prestigious independent schools. The area is served by excellent bus links into the city centre and the closest train station (Slateford) offers fast and frequent services between Edinburgh and Glasgow. Gorgie benefits from swift and easy access to Edinburgh City Bypass, Edinburgh Airport and the M8/ M9 networks.