1 bed top floor flat for sale in Old Town

Property highlight: Attractive third (top) floor one bedroom flat in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town

43/5 Cockburn Street is an attractive third (top) floor flat in a beautiful traditional building in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. This property is offered to the market in good decorative order and benefits from gas central heating. There are two hall areas one of which leads to a large lounge with a twin window unit to the front of the building, overlooking this famous street. From the lounge you can access the kitchen where there are modern fitted units, all appliances included, and a lovely separate dining area, and again with a window to the front. The property also has a double bedroom, this time with a window to the rear with working shutters, and a generous recessed wardrobe area, and the bathroom has a shower over the bath, extensive wall tiling and a skylight providing natural daylight. The property is likely to appeal to investors and professionals alike and early viewing is recommended. The accommodation comprises: halls, lounge, kitchen/dining room, double bedroom and bathroom. Cockburn Street is situated in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with many historic buildings and beautiful examples of architecture including Edinburgh Castle, the Palace of Holyrood House and St Giles Cathedral to name a few, and there are numerous museums, galleries and theatres in the area. There is an abundance of eclectic shops, restaurants, coffee shops and bars all within easy walking distance together with some small local food shops and supermarkets with larger supermarkets also being easily accessible. The city centre is just a short walk away with excellent shopping facilities which include the Harvey Nichols department store and the St James Quarter which provides both shopping and recreational facilities. Salisbury Crags, Arthurs Seat, Holyrood Park, Princes Street Gardens and the Meadows all provide lovely green spaces to explore and relax in. The Royal Commonwealth Pool and Warrender Swim Centre are also easily accessible and there are a wide variety of sports, health and fitness clubs in the area. There is also access to a good public transport network with bus, train and tram services all available.