Homecrag House, 39/32 East Crosscauseway, Edinburgh EH8 9HG

The property

This spacious, one-bedroom, third-floor RETIREMENT FLAT forms part of an attractive retirement complex in sought-after Newington, within easy reach of the city centre, The Meadows, and Arthur’s Seat. The property offers a large living/dining room, a contemporary kitchen, a modern shower room, and private residents’ parking, further benefitting from a 24-hour Careline alarm system (with emergency pull cords), resident management staff, a communal lounge, and laundry and guest facilities. Reached via a secure shared entrance and a lift to all floors, the flat’s front door opens into a welcoming hall that flows to the left into the living/dining room. This generous reception area spans the entire depth of the flat to provide plenty of floorspace for both lounge and dining furniture. A crisp neutral palette enhances an airy ambience, whilst twin windows bring lots of natural light into the room, framing impressive views of Salisbury Crags and Arthur’s Seat. A handsome fireplace, flanked by wall lights, adds the finishing touch and a charming focal point for arranging furniture. An open archway leads into the neighbouring kitchen, which has a contemporary design, fitted with sleek, handle-less cabinets in white and chunky wooden worktops. The desirable look is finished with easy-to-clean splashback panels and an integrated ceramic hob and oven. There is also space for a tall fridge/freezer. In the double bedroom, spacious proportions, supplemented by a built-in wardrobe, accommodate a good selection of bedside furnishings. The bright and airy room is neutrally decorated for ease of styling, and is fitted with snug carpeting for comfort. Like the living room, it also offers enchanting views to Arthur’s Seat. Off the hall, there is a handy box room for creative use and storage, providing additional cabinetry and worktop space. Completing the accommodation on offer is a modern three-piece shower room, presented with white décor and contemporary wet walling. Efficient electric heating and double-glazed windows ensure year-round comfort. Outside, there is a rear communal garden and private residents’ parking with visitors’ spaces. Newington, Edinburgh Located on the south side of the capital, approximately two miles from the city centre, Newington offers an array of housing options, from traditional tenements to grand villas, suiting every stage of life, and is popular with students due to its fantastic proximity to The University of Edinburgh campuses. This diverse demographic is reflected in the dynamic social scene and atmosphere, which is fuelled by an exciting blend of artisan coffee shops, pubs, bars, and cuisine from all corners of the globe. This is heightened further during the summer months, when the area is transformed into the beating heart of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Newington is also home to a wealth of cultural attractions, namely the Festival Theatre, the Queen’s Hall and Summerhall multi-arts complex. Residents enjoy access to an eclectic mix of independent shops, express supermarkets and high-street retailers along Nicolson Street and South Clerk Street, with more extensive shopping facilities available at Cameron Toll Shopping Centre. Newington is within the catchment area for well-regarded schools and is served by comprehensive public transport links travelling across the city, day and night.