1/3 Portobello Road, Edinburgh, EH8 7AY

The property

A Spacious and Bright First Floor Flat In A Corner Position Within A Well Kept Stair, Ideally Located For Accessing The City Centre, Portobello & Leith, And Offering A Range Of Nearby Shops & Services Living-Dining Room Kitchen Two Double Bedrooms Bathroom Hallway Integral Storage Double Glazing Gas Central Heating Shared Drying Area VIEWING: Please call 07771 757 911 to arrange a personal viewing. This attractive first floor flat forms part of a bright and well maintained secure stair. The property offers flexibility of layout and is presented in predominantly light, neutral decor with fitted floor coverings throughout.  There is sash & case style double glazing, plus gas central heating with an ageing boiler. The property is likely to appeal to a range of buyers including first time buyers and early viewing is highly recommended. The reception hall includes a full-height integrated cupboard and is finished in light decor with practical laminate flooring. There is the main door entry phone and space to accommodate shelving. The living-dining room enjoys plentiful natural light via the twin windows with a westerly outlook. The feature fireplace has an inset gas fire that would now benefit from upgrading. Accessed off the dining/living room, the separate kitchen provides ample storage and workspace with wall and base units in a light maple finish with coordinating worktops. There is a tiled splashback and neutral decor and white goods include the electric cooker, tall fridge-freezer and recently purchased washing machine. Double Bedroom 1: A spacious double bedroom with integrated cupboards and twin windows with south/westerly outlook. Double Bedroom 2: A rear facing double bedroom with a leafy outlook over the communal courtyard. The bathroom features white, 3-piece sanitary ware with an electric power shower over the bath. There is wall tiling to wet areas and practical vinyl flooring. Externally, the property is entered from the clean and secure common stair, which benefits from natural light, having a window on each landing. There is a shared drying area to the rear and unrestricted on-street parking in nearby streets. Location: Jocks Lodge/ Meadowbank This popular location offers a range of local shops on both London Road and Portobello Road serving day-to-day needs, plus a Morrison's supermarket within easy walking distance. Further substantial shopping facilities are available at nearby Meadowbank Retail Park with its Sainsbury's supermarket and several other well known retailers. A short drive away is Fort Kinnaird, one of Edinburgh's premier shopping destinations. The new St James Quarter brings a diverse range of shopping and leisure facilities to the already bustling East End of the city centre. There are regular bus services to and from the city centre. Schooling is well represented in the area from nursery to senior level. Recreational facilities in the vicinity include the forthcoming new sports centre at Meadowbank, the wide open spaces of Holyrood Park and the beach, promenade and swimming baths at Portobello. VIEWING: Please call 07771 757 911 to arrange a personal viewing. Energy Rating: D Council Tax: B