2 bed detached bungalow for sale in Mountcastle

Property highlight: View of Arthur's Seat and sunny garden. Requires upgrading and offers scope. Attic games room

This L-shaped detached bungalow (132sqm) enjoys an attractive view of Arthur’s Seat and would be a delightful home following modernisation. It will appeal to purchasers of all age groups seeking a substantial home providing generous accommodation all on ground floor level. The current layout is extremely flexible offering scope for further extension/alteration (subject to planning permission) There is a sitting room, living room, separate dining room, kitchen, open plan breakfast room (once the original dining room) , 2 double bedrooms and bathroom. The attic space has been converted into a large games room accessible via a fixed staircase. Gas central heating is complemented by double-glazing. The property occupies a level enclosed garden enjoying a sunny south-facing aspect. The car port and garage are accessible via a very lengthy gated driveway. Mountcastle Terrace swings round in a crescent shape from the larger "boulevard" of Mountcastle Road North. This area has attracted mostly families who enjoy a really pleasant environment which benefits from an extensive range of amenities. The local schooling is renowned with Duddingston & St Johns primary and Portobello and Holyrood High schools. Shopping is excellent too with several useful "corner shops", a choice of nearby supermarkets and the vast Fort Kinnaird is only 1 mile to the south. Buses pass by and motorists can quickly get on to the By-passes. Leisure and recreation is well served with the lovely local Figgate Park and a real attraction for many, is the close proximity of neighbouring Portobello where there any number of attractions and community based activities, restaurants and cafes/bars. The mortgage valuation is £425,000 and a link to the Home Report is available from the ESPC website. The property lies in Council Tax band F and had a D rated energy performance certificate. The blinds, floorcoverings, built in oven hob and garden greenhouse are included in the sale price. There are also ADT security cameras and alarm which are also included. By appointment with the Agent – 0131 229 399 (or 0759 58 20611 out with office hours)