Flat for sale in Howe Street, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH3

*closing date 11am Wednesday 24th April 2024* Howe Street is a handsome and spacious first-floor apartment forming part of a fine listed stone-built block in one of the city’s most desirable residential areas. The property offers a range of versatile and light-filled accommodation with a wealth of striking retained period features, including refurbished sash and casement windows, working shutters, cornice, ceiling roses and wood panelling. It also has a range of newer upgrades, including a recently installed gas boiler, all windows and entrance door with a new draught proofing system and a modern kitchen with deluxe appliances.

The characterful entrance hall with its useful fitted store cupboard introduces the airy high-ceilinged accommodation and flows naturally into the generous sitting room. This elegant and sociable space with its working feature fireplace, provides the ideal spot for entertaining guests and relaxing, with a bright aspect. Adjacent is an adaptable and bright study, a potential fourth bedroom or a dining area. The kitchen is well-appointed, with a wide selection of stylish contemporary handless wall and base cabinetry and worksurfaces, along with a range of modern integrated appliances, including double ovens, an inset stainless-steel sink and a gas hob, with plenty of space for dining with a view.

The property enjoys three charming bedrooms with fine Georgian features, two of which have feature fireplaces. The principal room benefits from the use of an en suite shower room, with a modern family bathroom well-serving the additional bedrooms.<br /><br />The property has convenient access to resident’s permit parking. It enjoys a fine frontage, with easy access to the bustling city centre and its wealth of amenities and green spaces.

The vendor has held key access to the Queen Street Gardens West which can be applied for and is subject to a small yearly fee.<br /><br />Edinburgh's esteemed New Town is a unesco World Heritage Site enjoying easy access to St James Quarter, thriving Stockbridge and the retail and commercial city centre in Princes Street, George Street and Lothian Road, along with Haymarket Train Station and the tram link.

A wealth of shopping, cultural, educational, recreational and sporting facilities are on hand, including the Drumsheugh Private Swimming Baths, the Edinburgh Sports Club, Dean Tennis Club and the Modern and Dean Art Galleries. Green spaces include The Royal Botanic Gardens, Inverleith Park and the Water of Leith Walkway.

Waverley Rail Station offers regular rail links to Glasgow, Inverness, Aberdeen and London, with convenient road connections via the M8, M9 and M90 motorways.

Local Authority: The City of Edinburgh Council
Services: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Gas central heating.
Council Tax: Band F
Tenure: Freehold
Maintenance: Please note, there is no associated maintenance charge for this property. Ongoing maintenance and upkeep tasks including regular cleaning, refurbishment works etc are discussed and shared among all of the owners within the building.
Items included in sale: All fitted carpets, all roman and roller blinds and the wardrobes in rear bedroom. Items not included in sale: All light fittings, curtains and poles in sitting room and the "lion" door knocker.

Wayleaves and easements: The property is sold subject to any wayleaves or easements, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.