5/1 Ramsay Garden, Edinburgh, EH1 2NA

The property

New reduced price below Home Report value of 650K Enjoying a striking location in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, being a stone's throw from Edinburgh Castle, 5/1 Ramsay Garden is an impressive 2-bedroom garden flat forming part of an iconic building on Edinburgh's skyline. Ramsay Garden dates back to the 18th Century and was later developed around 1893 by the pioneering town planner and architect Sir Patrick Geddes with a view to seducing University professors back to the Old Town. Standing proudly next to Edinburgh Castle, and with its eye catching red and white paintwork, Ramsay Garden is perhaps one of Edinburgh's most impressive addresses. Situated in the very heart of the city, the property is ideally placed to take full advantage of all the amenities one would expect of a cosmopolitan European capital. Virtually adjacent to the Castle esplanade, the property is within easy walking distance of all the amenities and attractions of the Royal Mile and the City Centre. The flat benefits from an extremely spacious, dual aspect living room offering magnificent views over Princes' Street gardens, across Princes' Street and on towards Edinburgh's New Town. There is access to a delightful well-kept, shared garden. The well-presented accommodation, which is accessed through a secure shared entrance, comprises - entrance hallway, lower level living area, dining room, kitchen, inner hall, 2 double bedrooms, bathroom and storage cupboard. The entrance opens onto a gallery hallway which overlooks the living area and leads on to the remainder of the accommodation; with carpet, radiator and entry-phone located by the front door. The generous dual aspect living area boasts 4 sizeable arched sash and case windows with panoramic views over both Princes' Street Gardens and the landscaped shared garden; there is a magnificent original stone fireplace with ornate crest and inscription housing a gas stove; the room is carpeted, has ornate ceiling coving and beams and four radiators; stairs lead from/to the elevated open plan balcony style entranceway which has attractive metal, glazed panels. Accessed from the hallway by a glazed door, the dining area is carpeted and conveniently open to the adjacent kitchen area. The kitchen area has attractive fitted wall and floor units with integral appliances and stainless-steel sink; there is a tiled splash-back and vinyl flooring; there is a separate storage cupboard and a window looking to courtyard; a feature internal window looks to the entrance hallway and living area. A carpeted inner hallway leads from the kitchen/dining area to the bathroom and both bedrooms. The bathroom has a bath with mains shower over, tiled splash back and shower curtain on rail; there is a wash hand basin, vanity mirror and WC; vinyl flooring and radiator. Bedroom one is a generous sized double bedroom, carpeted with built-in wardrobe, sash and case window and radiator. Bedroom two is a good-sized double bedroom with two sash and case windows, fitted carpet and 2 radiators. There is a large cupboard in the hallway next to bedroom two which houses the combi boiler. The historic Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting a wealth of charm and character and offering all of the benefits of city centre living. The main shopping and commercial thoroughfares of Princes Street and George Street are within comfortable walking distance and include major high street retailers, fine restaurants and fashionable bars. The property is conveniently located for many Edinburgh University buildings as well as numerous famous and historical places of interest including galleries, museums and theatres. Places of particular interest include Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Palace of Holyrood and the Scottish Parliament. The Grassmarket and Royal Mile areas of the Old Town offer a superb choice of speciality shops, fine restaurants, fashionable bars, coffee shops, delis and boutiques and a Sainsbury's Local can be found at the Quartermile. Excellent recreational facilities can be found at The Royal Commonwealth Pool and pleasant walks can be enjoyed in the green open spaces of the Meadows, Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat which are all conveniently accessed. A wide selection of bus services is available giving access to most areas of the City. For commuters, Waverley Station is a short walk away and the city bypass offers links to Edinburgh International Airport, the Forth Road Bridge and the central motorway network. The property enjoys the use of well-kept areas of landscaped communal garden ground, these being located to both the front and rear of the building. All contents included in the sale. C resident's permit/unallocated the building is managed by Factotum and factoring fees apply, which includes block building insurance.

Council Tax Band	G
Total Floor Area	130 m2
Energy rating	C