43 Barclay Place, Edinburgh, EH10 4HW

The property

Offering spectacular views of Arthur's Seat and Edinburgh Castle, this fifth/top-floor tenement flat in sought-after Bruntsfield comes with tasteful contemporary interiors, and light and airy accommodation comprising generous living areas and two bedrooms. Bordered by the picturesque Meadows, this enviable city centre address enjoys an eclectic selection of local shops, boutiques, cafés, and eateries on the doorstep. The flat is reached via a secure communal stairwell. Welcoming you into the home is a skylit hall (with an open cloakroom) featuring classic cornicing, subtle dove grey décor and original stripped floorboards, which flows seamlessly into the adjoining reception area. Promising a generous space for comfortable seating and lit by a large double window, the congenial living room is neutrally decorated and boasts an airy, high ceiling adorned with intricate cornicing. Adding further character to the room is a handsome period fireplace, with a pine surround, a cast-iron inset and floral-patterned tiling, flanked by an arched display shelving recess incorporating a handy store cupboard. Across the hall, a sunny southerly-facing kitchen offers a sociable central space for seated dining. Attractively offset by pastel-toned décor, striking honeycomb-tiled flooring, and a marbled splashback, the modern kitchen is fitted with wall-to-wall soft-grey cabinets and an illuminated natural wood worktop. The space is further equipped with a deep Belfast sink and integrated goods comprising: a fridge freezer, a dishwasher, an oven and a hob, a microwave, and a wine cooler. Shelving recesses and a built-in pantry cupboard provide useful extra storage. Also located in the flat is a good-sized double bedroom, neighboured by a versatile second bedroom with direct outlook to the castle, ideal for a guest bedroom, childrens bedroom or office space. In the first bedroom, bold royal-blue décor and original varnished flooring create a warm, inviting feel and excellent floor space is provided for furniture. Completing the accommodation on offer is a bright shower room adjoined by a utility room discreetly housing a freestanding washing machine. The spacious shower room, with underfloor heating, is stylishly framed by colourful metro wall tiles, comes replete with a WC, dual counter-top basins with vanity shelving and a large wall-mounted mirror, and a deluxe walk-in shower enclosure. A fitted floor-to-ceiling linen cupboard is also included. The property benefits from gas central heating, with period-style radiators, and double glazing throughout. Externally, the flat enjoys shared access to a sunny rear garden and on-street parking in the area falls under Controlled Parking Zone 8.