2 bed maindoor flat for sale in Marchmont

Property highlight: Beautifully presented, spacious maindoor flat with private front and rear gardens.

Superbly located, 47 Lauderdale Street is a much loved, well presented main door flat forming part of a traditional tenement building in sought after Marchmont. The property has been a cherished home and laterally investment property for the current owner who has owned it for more than 24 years and was posted overseas. The property offers flexible accommodation and can be used as either a one or two bedroom property depending on requirements. It not only offers well proportioned accommodation but also benefits from both front and rear private gardens, in addition to enjoying access to an impeccably maintained shared garden. The front door opens onto an entrance vestibule, which in turn opens on to the long hallway, both still with original textured wallpaper. The original remote gate opening pull is still in place in the hall. The living room/dining room is located to the rear of the property with a timber fireplace creating a focal point in the room. There is plenty of space for both a sofa area and dining table with chairs. Filled with light, the bright recently replaced fitted kitchen has both wall and base mounted cabinetry and a contrasting concrete effect worktop. The appliances comprise: electric hob, oven, extractor hood, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine. There is also direct access to the rear private garden from here. To the front of the property is a beautiful large bay windowed room, currently used as a second bedroom, but makes an equally fine sitting room with its fine carved mantlepiece, ornate cornice and wood panelling. To the rear is another bright double bedroom with a fire surround and original maid’s bell button. There is a stylish, modern bathroom suite with a bath (and shower over), WC and wash hand basin. A spacious boxroom completes the internal accommodation. Heating and hot water are provided by gas central heating. Externally there is a lovely, low maintenance west facing private front garden with a stunning chequered path leading to the front door. To the rear is a good sized rear garden area, laid with low maintenance chippings providing a blank canvas for the new owner. Location Marchmont is a leafy residential area south of Edinburgh's City Centre. Moments from The Meadows, the property enjoys access to peaceful walks and far-reaching cycling routes as well as coffee shops and independent boutiques. Discover excellent recreational amenities at the newly-refurbished Warrender Swim Centre with its heritage Victorian pool and state-of-the-art fitness gym or at one of the numerous yoga studios. Practice your swing on The Links - home to the world's first club house. For everyday shopping, there is a conveniently located Sainsburys, along with a Margiotta, local fishmonger and greengrocer. It is an ideal location for the University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh College of Art, both within walking distance. The property is in the catchment area for highly regarded schools: James Gillespie's Primary School, St Peter's RC Primary School, James Gillespie's High School (across the road) and St Thomas of Quin's RC High School. Further private school choices such as George Heriot's School and George Watson's College are also within walking distance. While the City Centre is easily accessible on foot, regular bus services take less than twenty minutes. Extras All fitted flooring and integrated appliances are included in the sale price.