A wonderfully-presented detached Victorian villa set in the Morningside Conservation Area.

Description

42 Braid Crescent is a stunning detached Victorian villa situated in the highly desirable residential area of Morningside. The property offers spacious and flexible accommodation over two floors making it the ideal home for family living and entertaining.

Modern finishes compliment the many fine original features which have been retained throughout the house. Of particular note are the two bay-windowed rooms on the ground and first floor, both of which face west and are flooded with natural light.

A welcoming entrance vestibule opens into the reception hall, which has marble tiled floors and an impressive original staircase. The principal living space is on the ground floor, with a wonderful drawing room to the front and a spacious kitchen and breakfast room to the rear. The drawing room boasts many original features including a bay window, decorative wainscot panelling, ornate cornicing and a stunning original fireplace.

The kitchen is traditional in style with and AGA cooker, integrated modern appliances including a wine fridge, and a central island with breakfasting area. A door connects to the functional utility room, leading to the enclosed private garden.

To complete the accommodation on the ground floor, there is a stylish dining room with feature fireplace, a snug at the rear with log burning stove and a WC.

There are four spacious double bedrooms and a modern bathroom on the first floor, as well as a cupola that fills the stairs and landing with natural light. The principal bedroom is generously proportioned and features a delightful bay window, original fireplace and detailed cornicing. The fourth bedroom is a flexible space, and is used by the current owners as a study.

There is a private and fully-enclosed garden to the side of the house, with e delightful decking area with space for a table and chairs. The garden is accessible from the utility room and there is also access from the front of the house.

Location

Situated around two miles south of Princes Street, Braid Crescent is set within the popular residential district of Morningside.

There are excellent local shops, bistros and bars in Morningside and Bruntsfield, including a Waitrose, Marks & Spencer, Sainsburys and Tesco, as well as cultural amenities including the King’s Theatre and Dominion Cinema.

Local sporting facilities include the Braid Tennis Club, on Cluny Gardens, a number of excellent golf courses and there are beautiful walks in the open spaces around Blackford Hill and Pond, The Braids and The Hermitage. Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows are also close by.

The property is ideally located for access to the financial district in the West End as well as The Gyle, Gogarburn and Edinburgh Park.

George Watson’s is within easy reach, and a number of other schools, including South Morningside Primary, George Heriot’s, Merchiston Castle and Boroughmuir High School.

The city bypass is within easy reach, providing excellent access to Edinburgh International Airport and the Central Scotland motorway network.

Square Footage: 1,948 sq ft



Additional Info

Garden furniture and potted plants not included in the sale