St. Leonards Bank, Newington, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH8

A particularly appealing terraced home in the heart of Newington, spanning over 1,900 sq ft and enjoying views towards Arthur’s Seat.

Description

13 St Leonards Bank is an exceptional family home, quietly tucked away in a prime residential setting within Newington, one of Edinburgh’s most sought-after districts. Extending to over 1,900 sq ft, the property offers beautifully proportioned and highly flexible accommodation, seamlessly combining classic period elegance with carefully considered modern upgrades.

The house is rich in character and architectural detail, with high ceilings, ornate cornicing, working shutters and generous room proportions throughout. A particularly striking element is the stairwell, enhanced by cast iron balustrades, which contributes to the home’s sense of scale and grandeur. The first floor living room is centred around an impressive fireplace, creating a refined yet welcoming focal point. The property has been extensively modernised and renovated by the current owners, resulting in a home that is both stylish and highly functional, while retaining its original charm.

A defining aspect of the property is its outlook, with direct, uninterrupted views from both the family room and the principal living room towards Arthur's Seat, offering a remarkable natural backdrop and a rare connection to one of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks.

The property is entered via a vestibule leading to a welcoming reception hall, setting the tone for the accommodation beyond.

On the ground floor, the family room to the front is an impressive and well-proportioned space, filled with natural light and enjoying views over the front garden and towards Arthur’s Seat. To the rear, the kitchen/breakfast room forms an excellent hub for modern living, with ample space for dining and everyday family life, complemented by a useful pantry. The kitchen further benefits from an open, raised outlook to the rear.

The first floor hosts a magnificent drawing room spanning the width of the property. This elegant space benefits from twin large windows, elevated views towards Arthur’s Seat, and the aforementioned fireplace, making it an outstanding room for both entertaining and relaxation. A well-proportioned principal bedroom and a recently modernised contemporary shower room complete this level.

The upper floors provide further flexible accommodation, including two additional bedrooms and attic space, offering versatility for family living, guest accommodation or home working.

At lower ground level, there is a range of flexible accommodation including a recreation room, office, shower room and additional utility/kitchen space, providing valuable additional living space ideally suited to modern lifestyles. This level also benefits from direct access to a private patio area and the rear garden.

Externally, the property enjoys mature gardens to both the front and rear, with the rear garden in particular offering a peaceful and private setting, ideal for relaxing and entertaining.

Location

St. Leonards Bank forms part of the popular Newington district of Edinburgh, lying approximately 1.4 miles south of the city centre.

This is a well-established and highly regarded residential area, offering an excellent range of local amenities. Nearby Newington provides a wide selection of independent shops, cafés and restaurants, while the Cameron Toll Shopping Centre offers a broader range of retail and supermarket facilities.

The area is particularly well suited to families, with an outstanding choice of reputable state and private schooling, together with a variety of nurseries close by. Recreational facilities are also excellent, with a number of golf courses in the surrounding area and the extensive open green spaces of Holyrood Park, Arthur’s Seat and Blackford Hill all within easy reach.

There is excellent road connectivity, with convenient access to the city centre and swift links to the City Bypass, Edinburgh Airport and the wider Central Scotland motorway network. Regular public transport services operate nearby, providing straightforward access throughout the city.





Additional Info

Listing: The property is not listed but lies within South Siide Conservation Area.

Fixtures and Fittings: All fitted carpets, curtains, white goods and blinds in bedroom and garden room are included in the sale.

The kitchen ceiling lamps and mirror above fire place are excluded from the sale.