Braid Crescent, Morningside, Edinburgh, EH10

A charming family home located in the much sought-after Morningside area of Edinburgh's south side.

Description

14 Braid Crescent presents a rare opportunity to acquire a beautiful family home in the highly sought-after residential area of Morningside. Offering over 2,400 sq ft of versatile living space, the property boasts generous proportions, flexible accommodation, and delightful front and rear gardens.

Perfectly blending period charm with modern comfort, the home retains a wealth of original features, including intricate cornicing, period fireplaces, natural wood bannisters, and impressively high ceilings.

The property is approached via a stone path leading to the front door, which opens into a welcoming reception hall where the accommodation begins to unfold.

To the front of the property is a charming bay-windowed living room, a fantastic space for both relaxing and entertaining. Of particular note is the open-plan kitchen and breakfast room to the rear, a stunning example of contemporary living. Cleverly configured, it provides ample room for a dining table and chairs, making it perfect for informal meals and social gatherings. The kitchen itself is modern and stylish, featuring generous worktop space, a range of integrated appliances, and an array of wall and base units.

Off the kitchen, a practical utility room offers excellent storage along with a convenient WC. Above the utility room is a dedicated study, ideal for working from home.
The first floor hosts three generously sized double bedrooms. The principal bedroom, positioned at the front, enjoys elevated views toward the city and features excellent storage along with its own en suite shower room. Two further double bedrooms overlook the rear garden and are served by a contemporary family bathroom.

On the second floor, you’ll find two additional spacious double bedrooms, each offering comfortable accommodation, abundant storage, and access to a well-appointed family bathroom. This floor also provides extensive eaves storage.

Externally, the home is complemented by attractive front and rear gardens. The south-facing rear garden is particularly impressive, private and secure, it features a charming patio area leading onto low-maintenance astro turf, bordered by mature shrubs and trees, creating a peaceful and secluded outdoor retreat. Furthermore, a gate at the end of the garden provides direct access to a shared lane, offering convenient access to the rear for garden refuse removal and easy bicycle storage.

Location

Situated around two miles south of Princes Street, Braid Crescent is set within the popular residential district of Morningside.

There are excellent local shops, bistros and bars in Morningside and Bruntsfield, including a Waitrose, Marks & Spencer, Sainsburys and Tesco, as well as cultural amenities including the King’s Theatre and Dominion Cinema.

Local sporting facilities include the Braid Tennis Club, on Cluny Gardens, a number of excellent golf courses and there are beautiful walks in the open spaces around Blackford Hill and Pond, The Braids and The Hermitage. Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows are also close by.

The property is ideally located for access to the financial district in the West End as well as The Gyle, Gogarburn and Edinburgh Park.

George Watson’s is within easy reach, and a number of other schools, including South Morningside Primary, George Heriot’s, Merchiston Castle and Boroughmuir High School.

The city bypass is within easy reach, providing excellent access to Edinburgh International Airport and the Central Scotland motorway network.

Square Footage: 2,491 sq ft



Additional Info

Listing: The property is not listed but lies within the Morningside Conservation Area.

Fixtures and Fittings: All fitted carpets, curtains and some light fittings are included in the sale.

The main light fitting and non integrated white good may be available be separate negotiation.

The garden furniture including statue and fountain are excluded.