39 (2F2) Barony Street, New Town, Edinburgh, EH3 6NX

39 (2F2) Barony Street is a beautifully presented, well-proportioned second floor New Town flat, forming part of a well-preserved Georgian stone built tenement building. Quietly yet conveniently situated toward the eastern end of the UNESCO World Heritage site, it is ideally placed for the wonderful array of independent shops and cafés on Broughton Street. The home has been well maintained by the current owners and benefits from fine period features such as original fireplaces, press cupboards, decorative cornice work and working shutters.

The spacious sitting room with twin sash windows offers a charming outlook to the front of the property, and the black marble fireplace creates a lovely focal point. A boxroom is located off, offering a useful storage space or study.

To the rear is a charming kitchen/dining room, flooded with natural light and fitted with a series of wall and base mounted cabinetry and wood worktops. The integrated appliances comprise: gas hob, electric oven & dishwasher. There is also a freestanding Smeg fridge/freezer. A handy pulley is located overhead.

There are two delightful, spacious double bedrooms (one to the front, the other to the rear), both with gorgeous fireplaces and press cupboards. The bathroom has a bath (with rainfall shower over) and wash hand basin, also benefitting from a handy dressing area. Additionally, there is a separate WC along with two good sized storage cupboards (one housing the washing machine).

Heating and hot water is provided by gas central heating (boiler replaced 2022).

Externally, there is a charming, terraced south facing shared garden. On-street parking is a mix of metered and resident permit holder bays (Zone 6). Residents of Barony Street are eligible to rent keys for the beautiful green space of Queen Street Gardens East for a modest annual fee. Further details are available on request.

Extras

All light fittings with the exception of the kitchen pendants are included in the sale, as are the fitted kitchen appliances, freestanding fridge-freezer and washing machine. Some other furniture may be available by separate discussion.

Location

Nestled in the heart of the New Town, the property enjoys a prime location in Edinburgh's most prestigious postcode. Its excellent situation offers residents the finest amenities the capital has to offer, all within easy walking distance. On your doorstep you will find a superb choice of top-rated restaurants, cafés, fashionable bars and clusters of small speciality shops. The New Town hosts world-class shopping outlets including Harvey Nichols, John Lewis and Multrees Walk at St. Andrew Square, and the recently-built state-of-the-art St James Quarter. Stockbridge offers a unique village atmosphere and the independent outlets here are arguably some of the best in the country. Some of Scotland's best museums and galleries are in close proximity including the three sites of the National Galleries of Scotland (Portrait, National and Modern at Queen Street, the Mound and Belford Road respectively). For days out, picnics or scenic walks, the tranquil Water of Leith at Stockbridge, the Royal Botanic Gardens and Calton Hill are all nearby. For commuting to any part of the city or other parts of the country, the area offers an abundance of public transport services. The tram line runs from Newhaven to the airport, with a stop at nearby Picardy Place. There are over 35 bus routes departing from the area and Waverley Station is conveniently close.