Royal Crescent, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH3

An impressive apartment offering a combination of contemporary and period features, located in one of Edinburgh's most sought after spots in the New Town

Description

1/2 Royal Crescent is a beautifully presented two-bedroom apartment situated on one of the most prestigious streets in Edinburgh’s New Town. Renovated to an exceptional standard, this elegant home seamlessly blends original period features with high-spec contemporary finishes.

Upon entering at ground level, you're welcomed by a charming hallway that showcases restored period details, including intricate ceiling cornicing and meticulously refurbished flagstone flooring.

To the rear of the property lies the impressive sitting room, bathed in natural light from two sash and case windows with working shutters. Elegant wall panelling and a striking marble feature fireplace enhance the room’s grandeur, echoing the refined character of the entrance. The generous proportions allow for a dining area, making it an ideal space for both relaxing and entertaining.

Accessed via the sitting room and positioned at the front of the property, a versatile office offers a well-proportioned area for working from home. Bright and stylishly finished, this room can also serve as a guest bedroom or a cosy snug.

The kitchen, located at the rear, exemplifies modern living. Fitted with high-end integrated appliances and a range of wall and base units from Kitchens International, it benefits from a large sash and case window that fills the space with natural light. A charming window seat and space for a breakfast table create a delightful spot for casual dining.

A turned stone staircase leads to the lower ground floor, where both double bedrooms are found. The principal bedroom enjoys a large south-facing window with tranquil views of surrounding greenery, offering privacy and abundant light. This spacious room also features a walk-in wardrobe/dressing area. Bedroom Two is equally well-maintained, showcasing original stonework and a quaint window with a peaceful outlook.

The stylish bathroom, located at the foot of the stairs, boasts a sleek design with a great integrated layout. A large bath with overhead shower and a hot and cold bidet is complemented by well-presented tiling. There is an additional WC located off the staircase. Additionally, a generous under- stair cupboard provides excellent storage or could be repurposed as a wine cellar.

Externally, the property overlooks a stunning courtyard with ample greenery which offers a serene and peaceful outlook. A dry-lined cellar is located on basement-level, benefitting from useful storage. Residents of this property have access to Queens Street Gardens East for an annual fee.

Location

Situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic New Town, a World Heritage Site, 1/2 Royal Crescent lies on the corner with Scotland Street, and adjacent to the stunning King George V Park.

The shops of the city centre, including Harvey Nichols, John Lewis, Jenners and the boutique shops of George Street, are within 0.5 miles. The popular bars and bistros of both Broughton Street and George Street are close at hand, and other local amenities include various supermarkets, the Playhouse Theatre and a number of excellent art galleries and museums.

Nearby is the Drummond Tennis Club and Scotland Yard Playpark. The property also has very good access to Waverley train station, the Edinburgh Tram and the road network to both the east and west.

The property is in convenient reach of a variety of schools including Edinburgh Academy and George Heriots School. Other excellent private schools on the north and west of the city include Fettes College, St. George's and Erskine Stewarts Melville Schools. St. Mary’s Primary School is also within 0.4 miles.





Additional Info

Listing: The property is A listed and lies within the New Town conservation area.

Fixtures and Fittings: The Siemens multi-function oven, Gaggenau induction hob, Miele extractor fan, 2 Zanussi fridges and Indesit dishwasher are included. The mirror in the sitting room and the Samsung washing/dryer machine located on the lower ground floor are also included in the sale. The boiler is a Viessman. The property boasts full fibre high-speed (900Mb) broadband.