Flat 38, 2 Melvin Walk, Edinburgh EH3 8EQ

The property

Positioned on the fifth (and top) floor of a loft-style apartment building (built in 2012) in Fountainbridge, this one-bedroom flat offers an unrivalled city centre home or pied-à-terre, complete with an allocated parking space, a private and sheltered terrace, and a southwest-facing Juliet balcony. Fountainbridge has undergone significant regeneration in recent years and promises an ideal base for young professionals and business visitors, given its close proximity to the capital's key business and finance districts in Tollcross and the West End. Presented to an impeccable standard throughout, the contemporary home also incorporates impressive eco credentials, including high-performance double glazing and electric underfloor heating, ensuring an exceptionally comfortable and economical home. The building is accessed via a secure shared entrance with a lift and stairs to the upper levels. The property is reached via a sheltered terrace, which incorporates a private deck framed by a raised bed. Here natural timber cladding evokes the relaxed and rustic ambience of an Alpine lodge and this theme is continued in the entrance hall, which is finished with engineered oak flooring, timber-effect panelling and fresh white walls. The hall features two concealed cupboards and affords a clear line of sight into the living/dining room and kitchen. Made for everyday life and entertaining, this open-plan space enjoys an enviable southwest-facing aspect and panoramic views from its Juliet balcony, as well as flexible floorspace for a dining area and a comfortable lounge. A lesson in ergonomic kitchen design, the bijou kitchen draws on a chic palette of white, walnut and stainless steel and boasts a range of integrated appliances: a ceramic hob with a stainless-steel extractor hood, a combination microwave oven, a dishwasher, a washing machine and a fridge. The spacious double bedroom is positioned to the front of the property and overlooks the private deck. The bedroom easily accommodates a double bed with twin bedside tables, plus a substantial built-in wardrobe with space-saving sliding doors. The luxurious shower room adjacent continues the white, walnut and stainless-steel trend of the kitchen, and features a shower compartment, a wall-mounted basin and toilet suite, a chrome towel warmer and a wall-to-wall mirror with spotlights. Externally the property boasts an allocated parking space within the secure, underground garage, and benefits from use of a communal bike store. Residents enjoy access to delightful shared gardens, including a cobbled courtyard with large planters, exterior lighting and seating areas. Items of furniture available by separate negotiation.