Scotland Street, New Town, Edinburgh, EH3

Generously sized, purpose built flat with East and West aspects, in the heart of the New Town.

Description

8 Scotland Street is an exceptional four bedroom second floor flat situated in the heart of Edinburgh's prestigious New Town. Forming part of a 'B' Listed building, the property combines high quality, contemporary finishes with stunning period features such as flagstone and wooden flooring, attractive cornicing and sash and case astragal windows with working shutters throughout.

The generously proportioned and exceptionally bright accommodation, which extends to over 2,000 sqft, comprises - a large central entrance hall with flagstone floor. The grand sitting room and the drawing room are both located to the front of the property and offer impressive fireplaces, cornicing and dual full height astragal windows. The stunning kitchen/breakfast room has plenty kitchen units, integrated NEFF appliances and a flagstone floor. There is easily space for a large dining area for multiple guests. The principal bedroom is generously sized and benefits from a wonderful ensuite bathroom. Double bedroom 2 also benefits from an ensuite shower room and bedroom 3 is also well proportioned.

There is a an additional home office space situated to the front of the flat with a pleasant outlook over Scotland Street, which could be used as an additional bedroom if required.

The hallway is elegant and spacious and could easily be used as a dining hall.

The main bathroom offers a double shower enclosure, large bath with recessed mirrors and stylish tiling.

Externally, there is a delightful shared garden, which is west facing and provides access to Scotland Street Lane West.

Location

Located in Edinburgh's prestigious Georgian New Town, Scotland Street (made famous by Alexander McCall Smith's novels) is only a few minutes' walk from Princes Street and George Street - the main retail and commercial thoroughfares of Edinburgh's City Centre.

The cosmopolitan areas of Stockbridge and Broughton Street which offer an array of shops, restaurants, coffee shops and fashionable bars are also only a short walk away. For larger shopping facilities, there is a Tesco supermarket at Canonmills, a Waitrose in Comely Bank and a Sainsbury's at Blackhall, all of which are within a 10 minute drive. For the outdoor enthusiast, walks can be enjoyed along The Water of Leith, in The Royal Botanical Gardens and in Inverleith Park.

Located at the end of Scotland Street is the King George V Park which provides excellent facilities for children of all ages and dog owners.
Also within walking distance are the Drummond Place tennis courts.

There are excellent schools on the north side of the City including The Edinburgh Academy, the Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools and Fettes College.

Square Footage: 2,133 sq ft