21/6 Upper Grove Place, Edinburgh, EH3 8AX

The property

Located in the heart of fashionable Fountainbridge, this well-presented two-bedroom second-floor flat enjoys a prime location in Edinburgh city centre within strolling distance of local amenities and Haymarket train station. Part of a traditional stone-built tenement, this stylish home represents an ideal opportunity for professionals, buy-to-let investors and first-time buyers. With a secure shared entrance and a well-lit stairwell, the front door to the flat opens into an L-shaped hall with two large built-in storage cupboards. From here, timber-effect laminate flooring flows throughout the majority of the home and into the living/dining room on the right. Flooded with natural light, this southeast-facing reception area is enhanced by elegant neutral decor, as well as intricate cornices and a ceiling rose. The room also benefits from a built-in bookcase and is supplemented with a handy box room, which could be used for additional storage or as a home office or a study. The kitchen is adjacent to the box room and is fitted with rich walnut-effect worktops, cream cabinets and light splashback tiles. Integrated appliances include: a gas hob, an electric oven, a fridge and a washing machine. Both bedrooms enjoy a tranquil setting to the rear of the property. The first bedroom is a good-sized double room with a built-in wardrobe, whilst the second bedroom is a comfortable single. A three-piece shower room finishes the home, offering a hidden-cistern toilet, a double shower enclosure, a chrome towel radiator, a vanity mirror with storage and a wall-hung basin. Gas central heating and double glazing throughout ensure year- round comfort and efficiency. Outside, the property benefits from a communal rear garden with a patio and a shared drying green, which is perfect for summer barbecues and gatherings. Controlled on-street parking is available on Upper Grove Place and in the vicinity, subject to a residents' permit or pay-and- display (Zone 8).EPC Rating - C. Extras: all fitted floor coverings and light fittings to be included in the sale. Less than half a mile west of Princes Street, and within easy walking distance of the desirable West End and the New Town, as well as the bustling business and finance quarter of Tollcross and Lothian Road, Fountainbridge has undergone significant regeneration and redevelopment since 2011 to become one of the most fashionable residential districts in the capital. Fountainbridge has a proud industrial heritage ranging from rubber manufacturing to brewing, much of which has been sympathetically retained in its traditional tenements and luxury loft-style apartment complexes. Residents of Fountainbridge are spoilt for choice when it comes to leisure and nightlife, with fantastic bars, restaurants, clubs and theatres right on their doorstep. These are supplemented with a multi-screen cinema, a bowling alley and a gym at Fountain Park. Fountainbridge is within the catchment area for Tollcross Primary School and James Gillespie's High School and is well-placed for a choice of independent childcare and schooling options. The area is also popular with students owing to its proximity to the University of Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt University and Edinburgh Napier University. While Fountainbridge provides the perfect base for navigating the city on foot or by bike, the area is also served by fantastic public transport including an extensive bus and tram network, the nearest tram stop being at Haymarket station, which also offers fantastic national rail links.