Enjoying a coveted location in Edinburgh’s leafy Goldenacre this is a charming two-bedroom apartment on the first floor of a handsome sandstone Victorian tenement. Generously proportioned throughout and boasting an abundance of natural light it has a wonderful open and airy feel, and effortlessly combines fine period details with tasteful contemporary upgrades. Within walking distance of The Royal Botanic Gardens, Inverleith Park, cosmopolitan Stockbridge, and bustling Canonmills it is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a modern home.  

From the well-presented shared stairwell complete with original banister, cupola, and cast iron railings, the front door opens into a welcoming hallway. Featuring plush grey carpeting and a crisp white décor it leads you effortlessly into the south-east facing lounge. Flooded with light from expansive bay windows overlooking Goldenacre Terrace this generous room with a fresh neutral interior design boasts fine period details including wooden flooring, high ceilings, shelved Edinburgh press, exquisite cornicing, and a focal open fireplace with a tiled insert and white marble mantle. Diagonally opposite this impressive entertaining and living space lies the modern dining kitchen to the rear. Cream shaker-style wall and floor units and three built-in cupboards complement oak worktops and a soft green patterned splashback. Integrated appliances include a stainless-steel extractor hood, five-ring gas hob, and an oven. With a delightful garden aspect, pendant lighting, and wooden flooring this is a fantastic space at the heart of the home. Opposite the dining kitchen lies the principal double bedroom. Extremely spacious this tranquil retreat is bathed in natural light from two front-facing sash and case windows. With wooden flooring, a built-in cupboard, and shelving along with an impressive footprint for freestanding furnishings this is a spectacular room. Lying between the principal bedroom and the dining kitchen is a small, carpeted room that could in its flexibility be used for storage or as a home office. Across the hallway is the second double bedroom which is also incredibly light and airy and boasts the same clean and fresh interior as the principal. A fully tiled contemporary bathroom finished in greys and whites completes the internal accommodation and comprises of a chrome towel radiator, WC, bath with a wall-mounted shower, and washbasin built into vanity. Externally the property benefits from a well-kept and expansive enclosed rear garden mainly laid to lawn.  There is on-street permit parking.  With gas central heating throughout it is a warm and comfortable home. 

Accommodation

Entrance hallway, lounge, kitchen, principal double bedroom, second double bedroom, bathroom, storage room, gas central heating, secure entry system

Outside Space

A well-kept and expansive enclosed rear garden. Hallway bike storage. On-street permit parking.

Local area

Goldenacre is a prestigious residential area close to sought-after Inverleith and Trinity. Known for its proximity to leafy green open spaces, the renowned Royal Botanic Gardens with its 70 acres of natural beauty, and Inverleith Park boasting panoramic city views, picnic spots, tennis courts, and more are both within walking distance. It is also close to The Water of Leith walk and cycle paths. For indoor recreation look no further than Ainslie Park Leisure Centre, Westwood’s at Fettes, or The Village Hotel Health Club, all of which have swimming pools, gyms, and fitness classes. A thriving neighbourhood with much to offer in terms of dining out and shopping, the fashionable Herringbone Bar and Restaurant is minutes away, as is Café Montagu, Goldenacre Wines, and local convenience stores. For more variety, Canonmills and cosmopolitan Stockbridge have an array of bars, restaurants, and artisan retailers including The Tollbooth, The Orchard Bar and Restaurant, Hamilton’s, and Hector’s. Stockbridge also hosts a popular farmers market each Sunday with global street food, crafts, and local produce. For larger shopping requirements there is a Waitrose at Comely Bank, a Morrison’s on Ferry Road, and a Tesco at Canonmills. The property lies in the catchment for Wardie Primary School and Trinity Academy with many Edinburgh private options nearby. Its ideal location means that there is swift access by bus to the city centre, and Edinburgh International Airport, The Queensferry Crossing, Leith, and the City Bypass are all within easy reach.