42 Lady Menzies Place, Edinburgh, EH7

Forming part of the attractive Abbeyhill Colonies conservation area is this beautifully presented, recently upgraded double upper flat. The property boasts a striking interior with contemporary kitchen and modern decor complimenting the traditional period features. The property also benefits from gas central heating (boiler installed 2023), sash and case double glazing (replacement double glazed units installed August 2025) and exclusive garden.

The accommodation includes an entrance vestibule and hallway with storage cupboard. The good sized lounge has a window to the front, shelved alcove and a lovely feature fireplace. The recently upgraded dining kitchen has window to the rear, storage cupboard, open shelving and is fitted with a range of stylish base and wall units with wood work surfaces and the oven, hob, hood, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine to remain. There is also a bedroom with window to the rear.

Upstairs, the main bedroom is a large room with bay window to the front, fitted wardrobe and eaves storage. There is also a study/nursery with velux window and eaves storage. The owners have been granted Planning Permission for a dormer window in the nursery/study to create a bedroom. Completing the accommodation is the recently fitted luxurious bathroom with velux window to the rear which is fitted with a three piece suite with shower over the bath.

Externally there is an exclusive front garden with lawn and flower beds. For garden storage, there is an external understairs cupboard.

Internal viewing is essential to fully appreciate this lovely home.

Abbeyhill is a sought after area located to the east of Edinburgh which is well served by frequent bus services offering easy, direct links to Edinburgh city centre. The open spaces of Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat are just a moments’ walk away at the end of the street, offering some delightful walks and running trails. This also gives easy walking access to the Scottish Parliament, Holyrood Palace and the Royal Mile. There are useful shopping facilities close by including a good selection of shops and cafes on Easter Road, a Lidl and Sainsbury’s supermarket at Meadowbank retail park and a large Morrisons supermarket located on Portobello Road. The state-of-the-art community sports facility at Meadowbank Stadium with gym, squash and badminton courts, athletics and gymnastic facilities together with electric car charging is nearby. Portobello, with its beach, promenade and eclectic range of shops and cafes, is also within easy reach. In addition to frequent public transport links into the city centre, Abbeyhill also offers easy access to the Edinburgh City Bypass and the A1.