Grant Avenue, Colinton, Edinburgh, EH13

An exceptional gated family home set within private landscaped grounds in one of Edinburgh's most desirable residential locations.

Description

10 Grant Avenue is an impressive detached family home occupying a substantial plot and enjoying a wonderfully private setting, set well back from the road behind electric gates. Approached via a sweeping driveway with extensive parking and integral double garage, the property is surrounded by beautifully maintained garden grounds which create a peaceful and secluded environment rarely found in such a convenient location.

The house extends to over 3,700 sq ft and offers bright, exceptionally well-balanced accommodation ideally suited to modern family living. The property has been thoughtfully maintained and provides a wonderful combination of generous reception space, practical family accommodation and attractive garden views from many of the principal rooms.

The front door opens into a welcoming vestibule and reception hall, creating an immediate sense of space and serving as the heart of the home. Positioned to the front of the property, the impressive sitting room is particularly generous in scale, extending to over 19 feet in length and providing an elegant setting for both formal entertaining and day-to-day family living. Large windows flood the room with natural light while offering pleasant views across the gardens.

Adjacent lies the formal dining room, an ideal space for hosting family gatherings and dinner parties, with ample room for a large dining table and accompanying furniture. To the rear, the contemporary kitchen forms the focal point of the home, featuring a central island, extensive worktop space and a range of fitted units. The adjoining breakfast room provides a more informal dining area and enjoys a lovely outlook over the garden grounds.

A sizeable family room occupies its own wing of the house and offers exceptional versatility, providing an ideal space for relaxing, entertaining or children's activities. The room is flooded with natural light and enjoys direct access to the surrounding gardens, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. A separate study offers a quiet retreat for home working and could equally lend itself to a variety of alternative uses.

Completing the ground floor is a generous double bedroom with adjacent en suite shower room, perfectly suited for guests, multi-generational living or those seeking principally ground floor accommodation. A utility room and separate WC provide further practicality.

A staircase rises from the reception hall to the first-floor accommodation. The principal bedroom suite is a particularly impressive room, extending to almost 24 feet in length and benefitting from extensive fitted wardrobes, a luxurious en suite shower room.

Two further double bedrooms are located on this level, both enjoying excellent proportions and fitted storage. These bedrooms are served by a well-appointed family shower room, while the overall arrangement provides flexible accommodation ideally suited to families of all ages.

Completing this level is the balcony which provides a wonderful spot from which to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and mature garden setting.

Externally, the gardens are undoubtedly one of the property's finest attributes. Meticulously maintained and offering an exceptional degree of privacy, the grounds comprise sweeping lawns, mature trees, established planting and a variety of secluded seating areas. The substantial plot creates a wonderful setting for outdoor entertaining, family life and recreation, while the secure gated entrance enhances both privacy and security.

A integral double garage, together with extensive driveway parking, further complements the property. Overall, 10 Grant Avenue represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial detached residence occupying outstanding garden grounds, combining privacy, space and versatility.

Location

Grant Avenue is located in the Colinton Conservation Area, a high amenity residential area with fine individual family houses in generous gardens, approximately 4 miles from the city centre.

Colinton Village has a picturesque setting on the edge of the Water of Leith with a good range of specialist shopping, a choice of restaurants, a thriving local church and tennis club.

Merchiston Castle School is on the edge of the village and the property is within two miles of George Watson's College and Edinburgh Napier University.

There is a choice of golf courses in the vicinity as well as lovely country walks along the Water of Leith walkway and the nearby Pentlands.

There is excellent access to the west of the City connecting to the bypass, Edinburgh Business Park, the Airport and Central Scotland motorway network.

Square Footage: 3,777 sq ft



Additional Info

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

Fixtures and Fittings: All fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and white goods are included in the sale.

Some furniture may be available subject to negotiation.