1 bed retirement for sale in Inverleith

An excellent opportunity has arisen to purchase this well-proportioned first floor apartment which forms part of a popular McArthy and Stone retirement development located in the capital’s desirable Inverleith area. The property enjoys all the advantages of a central location, with frequent busses to the city centre on the doorstep, excellent day to day amenities on hand and access to some of Edinburgh’s most beloved green spaces, including the spectacular Royal Botanical Gardens. There are excellent facilities within the development itself, including communal social areas, lifts to all floors, well kept shared gardens, a building manager and safety pull cords. The accommodation is accessed via a well-kept communal hallway and briefly comprises an entrance hallway, good sized bay fronted reception/dining room with a substantial built-in storage cupboard, a well equipped kitchen which has been fitted with a variety of wood base and wall mounted units, complete with wipe-clean worktops, splash tiling and a selection of built-in appliances. There is a generously sized double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an attractive modern shower room with countertop basin, WC and corner enclosure with electric shower. The complex offers a safe and secure environment with a House Manager, 24- hour emergency call line facility, residents’ communal lounge & guest room (bookable by prior arrangement). In addition, private residents parking is available within the immaculately kept communal grounds. Owner-occupiers must be at least 60 years of age, or if owner-occupiers are a couple, one must be 60 or over and the other at least 55 years of age. All residents must be capable of independent living and approved by interview. There is an annual fee of £1893 payable. As well as being within easy reach of the Botanics, Edinburgh’s cycle/walking path network and the Water of Leith Walkway, the property also has its own communal seating area, together with well stocked planted beds. Residents parking is available within the development. Council Tax Band - D