Set peacefully in the Pilrig Conservation Area in Edinburgh’s vibrant Leith, this is a two-bedroom semi-detached Victorian villa with private south-east facing rear garden. Positioned in a charming terrace, minutes from Pilrig Park, Leith Walk, an array of dining, retail and leisure amenities and the Balfour Street tram stop, it is a deceptively spacious and light-filled property spanning two floors. Finished with a neutral interior design and with flexible accommodation, it will suit a variety of buyers wishing to create a comfortable home in their own style. 

The front door opens into a welcoming hallway with handsome wooden flooring leading you into the generous lounge. With a front aspect, the room has a tasteful interior including carpeting and original oak four-panel door. Adjacent to the lounge is a versatile dining room or family room with stylish doors that offer a seamless flow into the impressive kitchen and out to the rear garden perfect for family life and entertaining.  The sizeable kitchen which takes up the width of the property, is flooded with light thanks to its rear garden outlook and direct access via expansive patio doors. It features a well-laid-out fitted kitchen which includes a breakfast bar for four, honey coloured wall and floor units, light-wood effect worktops, splashback tiling, and integrated appliances including an eye-level double oven, gas hob, and extractor hood. Moving to the second floor via an original oak staircase with balustrade the principal double bedroom is bright and spacious with views onto Cambridge Avenue. The second smaller double peacefully positioned overlooking the rear garden boasts carpeting and an oak four-panel door. A fully tiled walk-in shower room on this floor has a WC, washbasin, and a towel radiator. Externally the property benefits from a south-east-facing enclosed rear garden with a patio seating area, established borders, and a lawn, whilst the neat gated front garden comprises of low-maintenance paving.  There is ample on-street parking.  With double glazing and gas central heating throughout it is a warm and comfortable home. 

Accommodation

Entrance hallway, lounge, dining room, kitchen, principal double bedroom, double bedroom, shower room, gas central heating

Outside Space

A gated private front garden and enclosed south-east facing rear garden. On-street parking.

Location

Situated in Edinburgh’s vibrant and thriving Leith the property enjoys access to a wonderful array of amenities along with close proximity to the city centre. 

Scenic green spaces including Pilrig Park, and Leith Links are within walking distance and include recreational sports pitches, tennis courts, pétanque, play areas, and picturesque walkways. David Lloyd Health Club at Newhaven with its indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, state-of-the-art gym, and fitness classes is under a ten-minute drive as is Craigentinny Golf Course. Enjoy superb dining at the Shore which boasts Michelin-starred restaurants including Martin Wishart’s and The Kitchin alongside other renowned eateries and historic pubs such as The Kings Wark and The Ship on The Shore. Leith Walk is a cosmopolitan and bustling thoroughfare where you can discover a variety of takeaways, pubs, restaurants, and cafès including Woodland Creatures, Origano Café and Pizzeria, and La Casa, or visit Ocean Terminal with its high street eateries such as Pizza Express alongside its multi-plex Vue Cinema. The property lies in the catchment for Lorne Primary School and Leith Academy with private choices in easy reach. Daily shopping is well-catered for with a large Tesco at the foot of Leith Walk along with a variety of convenience stores. Minutes from the tram link at Balfour Street as well as the excellent bus service, travel to and from the city centre and beyond is regular and swift.