1 bed first floor flat for sale in Portobello

An opportunity has arisen to acquire a most impressive and well-presented first floor flat within this fashionable and well-sought-after seaside suburb of the city, only three miles from the business and historical centre of Edinburgh. The beach and promenade are close at hand with a wide range of cafes and coffee bars looking towards the beach and the River Forth. The High Street in Portobello offers an interesting variety of unique outlets including artisan shops and further facilities providing all day-to-day requirements. There are also many restaurants, bars and cafes within the centre of Portobello. Sainsbury's Local, Scotmid and Aldi are all within the area and a short drive away is Fort Kinnaird Retail Park with a large variety of outlets, restaurants and a multi-plex cinema. The Portobello Swim Centre has not only swimming facilities but also a gymnasium and Turkish baths. Within the area are also outdoor bowling clubs, a sailing club and a five-a-side football pitch. Transport links are excellent with a regular bus service into the city centre and to other areas along the east coast and the Brunstane train station provides trains to the centre of the city and beyond. The flat is also well situated for access to the A1 to the south and to the Edinburgh City Bypass to the west. This connects to the central motorway network and to Edinburgh International Airport and Queensferry Crossing. Set in private landscaped gardens with residents' parking the flat offers bright and airy accommodation comprising a welcoming entrance hall with walk-in store cupboard annexed, a spacious and elegant sitting room with outlook to the front of the property, a good-sized double bedroom with excellent fitted wardrobes, a well-fitted and equipped kitchen and a modern shower room. Electric heating serves the flat and double glazing has been installed. Properties in the popular Portobello area are in great demand and early viewing is therefore recommended.