5 bed detached house for sale in Craiglockhart

Property highlight: A five minute drive from Morningside where many fantastic amenities can be found.

Sunday Open Viewing 2-4pm A superb five bedroom detached family home situated on a quiet street in the desirable residential district of Craiglockhart on the south side of Edinburgh. The property benefits from a large private garden and elevated views over towards Fife. The substantial and well-presented accommodation is arranged over two floors and comprises: Ground floor: broad reception hall, large open plan kitchen/dining/living room with direct access to the garden and double doors to the adjoining family room with a storage cupboard. A lovely sitting room/bedroom 5 to the front with a wood burning stove, a large double bedroom with built-in wardrobes served by a bathroom with a separate shower. First floor: double bedroom to the front with impressive views towards Fife and an en suite bathroom, 2 further double bedrooms. Outside: the house is set back from the street with a front garden, off-street parking and an adjoining garage. To the rear is a lovely south-east facing garden with a useful studio/home office. Location Just two and a half miles to the south-west of Edinburgh's City Centre, Craiglockhart is a residential suburb which enjoys a tranquil setting by the Union Canal and Water of Leith. Take advantage of picturesque open spaces including walks through the Colinton and Craiglockhart Dell and at Easter Craiglockhart Hill Nature Reserve. Craiglockhart Leisure and Tennis Centre is nearby with tennis, squash, and badminton whilst the Meggetland Sports Complex has extensive sports pitches. There are convenience stores and a variety of dining amenities to enjoy in the locale. Larger shopping needs are met at Edinburgh West Retail Park and there is an Asda Supercentre at Chesser. Popular Morningside with its many independent shops, restuarants and cafes, is just a 5 minute drive away. Local schooling includes Oxgangs Primary School, St Augustine's RC High School and Firrhill High School. Private school options such as George Watson's College, and Merchiston Castle School are close by. The City Bypass and the Scottish Motorway network are minutes away connecting you to Edinburgh International Airport and The Queensferry Crossing. There is a tram stop at Saughton, and the efficient bus and rail network that includes Slateford Train Station, takes you swiftly into Edinburgh City Centre. Extras All blinds, light fittings, fitted flooring and integrated kitchen appliances are included in the sale price.