Property description

Full of character, this period ground floor flat enjoys a delightful and extremely peaceful leafy setting only a few yards away from the attractive canal/walkway. It is part of a substantial stone tenement benefitting from a pleasant outlook and controlled entry system. This is an ideal home for purchasers of all age groups seeking spacious ground floor accommodation in good order with the benefit of private outside space. The property has a good ceiling height and a practical reconfigured layout (70 sqm) which retains the original marble fireplace, ornate cornicing, a centre rose and solid panelled doors. There is an elegant bay-windowed sitting room, separate fitted kitchen/appliances, 2 double bedrooms and a bright bathroom/shower.

Gas central heating (serviced annually) is complemented by double glazing.

The flat benefits from its own private hedged front garden which is an ideal space to relax and enjoy the outlook over the central mature trees. There is also a sheltered communal garden to the rear of the tenement. Streets are zoned for residents parking and there are also pay parking bays.

Viewforth Square forms part of the popular district of Viewforth which is directly bounded by Merchiston and the attractive Union Canal at Edinburgh Quay. Thispeaceful setting lies between Fountain Park Leisure Park and Bruntsfield being quite literally only a few minutes stroll away (1/2 mile) from Tollcross (Edinburgh's new financial/exchange sector) Bruntsfield/Morningside amenities and the vibrant West End. Haymarket rail station is also readily accessible and a choice of bus services operates. There are numerous open recreational areas, sports facilities, cinemas and off-road cycle tracks available within the immediate vicinity.

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The roller blinds (in front bedroom and sitting room) oven, hob, fridge, integrated fridge, dishwasher and microwave, washing machine and tumble drier are included in the sale price.

The property has been valued at £350,000 and the Home Report is available from the espc website.

It lies in Council Tax band D and has a c-rated Energy Performance certificate.

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Amenities

Victorian ground floor flat in excellent condition

Charming bay-windowed public room boasting period features including working shutters

Modern internal fitted kitchen/appliances

2 double bedrooms and bright bathroom/shower

GCH and dg

Small enclosed front garden and communal rear garden

Entry system and permit parking

Close to canal, Morningside attractions and Fountain Park Leisure Park