42 Flat 4 Balcarres Street, Edinburgh, EH10

The Property

Welcome to Flat 4, 42 Balcarres Street, an exceptionally appealing Ground Floor Apartment which forms part of an elegant period terrace, enjoying a superb location in the capital's desirable Morningside district. This impressive apartment boasts beautiful features with the perfect blend of traditional period charm and immaculate modern presentation.  Residents enjoy a fantastic location close to the excellent local amenities Morningside has to offer, including Morningside Park and within  easy reach of the city centre. The property offers lovely features, including high ceilings, four panelled internal wooden doors and true turn-key presentation comprising - a bright and welcoming Entrance Hallway, a stunning Lounge/Dining, a modern Kitchen, a Principal Bedroom with a generously sized fitted-wardrobe with triple mirrored doors and  ample space for free standing furniture and the bright Shower-Room completes the accommodation. A feature of the accommodation is the attractive Lounge/Dining which enjoys an abundance of natural light from a large window set to the rear of the property overlooking the communal gardens, a storage cupboard and a glazed door provides access to the modern Kitchen, which offers an excellent range of base and wall cabinets with complimentary work surfaces and tiled surrounds. Integrated appliances include an electric hob with an extractor canopy, an electric oven, with space for free standing appliances. The spacious Shower-Room comprises a corner shower compartment with attractive tiled surrounds, a WC, wash hand basin and a large wall mounted mirror adds the finishing touch. Externally there is a well maintained, paved communal garden to the rear, with a drying green area.  Further benefits include gas central heating, double glazing,  a secure entry-system and unrestricted on-street parking.  Early viewing is essential to fully appreciate the most perfect of locations and the opportunity on offer with a turn-key property full of character.  

The Location

Morningside, is one of Edinburgh’s most sought after residential districts lying approximately 2 miles to the south of the city centre. Ideally positioned for both swift access into the city and easy escapes to the country, the area is popular with families, professionals and students alike. The property lies within easy reach of most loved shops, with cinemas and theatres within easy reach.  Bustling Morningside Road, lined with independent retailers, a Waitrose Supermarket and M&S Food Hall, as well as cafés, bistros, authentic pubs, and trendy restaurants is within easy reach. Residents are spoiled for choice when it comes to entertainment with the Dominion Cinema and the Churchhill Theatre offering a varied programme of screenings and live performances all year round. For outdoor enthusiast there are a wealth of sport and leisure facilities, you are ideally placed Craiglockhart Leisure Centre & Tennis Centre, which boasts a well equipped gym, fitness studios, squash courts and a multi purpose sports hall, as well as outstanding indoor and outdoor tennis facilities.  Stunning walking and cycle routes along the nearby Union Canal or picturesque Water of Leith walkway, with the beautiful green space of Craiglockhart Hill, Braidburn Valley Park with The Hermitage of Braid or the nearby  Pentland Hills Regional Park for hiking, cycling and pony trekking, and skiing at the Midlothian Snowsports Centre. The Merchants of Edinburgh Golf Club is a stone’s throw away whilst the Watsonian Club and Craiglockhart Pitches are both in the area. Schooling in the area are some of the best in the capital, with Canaan Lane and South Morningside Primaries, as well as Boroughmuir High School and St. Thomas of Aquin’s RC falling within the catchment area. George Watson’s College is within easy reach.  The area served by superb public transport links across the city and nearby Slateford train station offers regular services to Edinburgh and Glasgow.  It is also ideal for commuting due to the easy access to the Edinburgh City Bypass, Edinburgh International Airport and the M8/M9 motorway network.