2 bed flat for sale

Blackford Road, Edinburgh EH9

Exceptional and rarely available, 2 bedroom apartment, nestled in the heart of The Grange, set within a Grade B listed building, with substantial private gardens and bursting with character throughout.

A wonderful opportunity is presented to purchase a unique, very spacious and peacefully located property, with ornate period features throughout.

A shared access driveway leads to the entrance to number 37, which features vestibule and hallway. Upon entering the property, you are instantly captured by the period features throughout, and this leads through to the spacious dining kitchen. The kitchen area is well equipped with ample units and small island, all with granite worktops. There are integrated appliances to include gas hob, electric oven, extractor hood and dishwasher. There are also two generous pantry cupboards. The room features original wood panels and fireplace, as well as original small pane glazed windows, which are continued through the property.

A door leads through the second bedroom, with dual aspect including the west facing bay window. There is an attractive feature fireplace, as well as original parquet flooring. Double doors offer an entrance to the beautiful lounge, again with substantial fireplace surround and canted bay window. A bright and substantial space that offers room for dining, socialising or a space to relax. Access back to the kitchen area is available here, completing a unique flow through the rooms.

The main bedroom is accessed by a door tucked in behind the kitchen, with additional storage as well. The bedroom continues the ornate theme through the property, amplified by the feature fireplace this room presents. A beautiful south facing room, overlooking the private garden space. The bathroom, with cast iron bath and ceramic WC and basin offers convenience with vanity units and tall storage cupboard housing the boiler for the gas central heating. The bathroom has access off the entrance hall too.

Externally, the property has a matured, large, south facing private garden space, which give a sanctuary away from city centre living. The exterior is completed with the detached single garage workshop and additional storage unit. Parking is available by residents zone parking.

Formally know as “The Limes”, the property forms part of the larger, purpose built home by the renowned architect George Washington Browne in the late 19th century.

EPC Rating: D

Location

The prestigious area of The Grange is located to the south of Edinburgh’s city centre. Morningside and Bruntsfield are within easy reach providing excellent supermarkets including Waitrose, Marks & Spencer and Tesco in addition to many quality specialist retailers. Cameron Toll shopping centre is also nearby. Pleasant walks can be found at Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill offering panoramic views. Private and public golf courses are also within easy reach and swimming facilities can be found at the Royal Commonwealth Pool and Warrender Swim Centre. The Dominion Cinema and Churchill Theatre are also close by. Good bus services run to and from the city centre and there is easy access to the city bypass. Schooling is well represented in the state and private sectors.