55/10 Restalrig Road, Edinburgh, EH6

Open viewing: Sunday 2-4pm.

Positioned on the top floor of a traditional Victorian tenement building and enjoying beautiful views over the rooftops of Leith’s colony houses, to Arthur’s Seat and even Edinburgh Castle beyond. 55/10 Restalrig Road is an immaculately presented, bright and well-proportioned two-bedroom flat located in the wonderful Leith Links community. Presented in move-in condition, the property is located just a few minutes’ walk from the wide-open green spaces of popular Leith Links and is well positioned to take advantage of Leith’s excellent range of amenities, transport links and tram network.

The property has been lovingly renovated, early viewing is recommended.

Entered through a well-maintained communal stair via a secure door entry system, the accommodation comprises: a welcoming bright entrance hall with three large storage cupboards; impressive living room with twin windows overlooking the city, shelved press, feature fireplace, inbuilt bookcase, original timber floorboards, ceiling rose and cornicing; the kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall units with the cooker, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher to remain; the main bedroom is carpeted with a large window overlooking the rear garden with a shelved press providing useful storage. The second double bedroom boasts views to North Berwick Law and the sea, wall panelling, a cast-iron decorative fireplace and feature curved wall. Completing the accommodation is the stylish tiled modern bathroom with brass fittings, square terrazzo sink, original tongue-and-groove timber panelling and a three-piece suite with thermostatic shower over the bath.

Further benefits of the property include gas central heating via an efficient combi boiler (installed in 2022), modern column radiators, double glazing throughout, modern décor on smooth replastered walls and ceilings (2023/24), original stripped timber doors and ironmongery, recent roof repairs (2022), and original sanded timber floorboards throughout the hall, living room and second bedroom.

Externally, there is a shared rear garden with washing lines and a picnic table, and unrestricted on-street parking to the front and surrounding streets.

Leith Links is a very popular area with easy access to the city centre. There are excellent bus links nearby and The Foot of the Walk tram stop is a 10 minute walk from the property through Leith Links Park. Within the park there is a play park, tennis courts, cafes and links to cycle routes down to the seafront and beyond. The Water of Leith walkway and numerous bars and restaurants in the vibrant Shore area are within an easy 15-minute stroll. Making this flat ideally located close to a wide range of local amenities, supermarkets and shops, all within easy walking distance.