5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Gillsland Road, Merchiston, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH10

A handsome five-bedroom semi-detached family home with off-street parking, integral garage and over 2,300 sq ft of versatile accommodation, situated on the highly sought-after Gillsland Road

Description
Located on the highly sought-after Gillsland Road, one of South Edinburgh's most prestigious residential addresses, 2J Gillsland Road is an impressive semi-detached family home extending to approximately 215.06 sq m (2,315 sq ft). Set back from the road behind a private driveway and generous front garden, the property enjoys an excellent degree of privacy while offering beautifully balanced accommodation ideally suited to modern family living.

The ground floor is centred around a spacious kitchen/dining room which forms the heart of the home and provides an ideal setting for both everyday family life and entertaining. A particular feature is the direct access to the rear garden from both the kitchen and adjoining utility room, creating a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces. A separate dining room offers excellent formal entertaining accommodation, while the substantial sitting room, extending to over 21 feet in length, is a wonderfully bright and welcoming principal reception room. A guest WC and integral garage complete the accommodation on this level.

The first floor provides a generous principal bedroom suite with en suite shower room and direct access to a private balcony, offering an attractive outdoor retreat overlooking the gardens. Two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom are also located on this level. A dedicated study and separate office add significant versatility to the accommodation, with the office readily adaptable to suit a range of requirements, whether as a family room, playroom, media room or additional home-working space.

The second floor comprises two further double bedrooms, a shower room and useful eaves storage, creating an ideal arrangement for older children, visiting guests or multi-generational living.

Externally, the property is complemented by generous front and rear gardens, providing excellent outdoor space for families and entertaining alike. Further benefits include off-street parking and an integral garage with a secure electric up-and-over door.

Combining generous proportions, flexible accommodation and an outstanding address, 2J Gillsland Road represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial family home in one of Edinburgh's most desirable residential locations.

Location
Situated around 2 miles south of Princes Street, Gillsland Road lies on the edge of Morningside within the popular residential district of Merchiston.

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

Local sporting facilities include a number of golf courses and there are beautiful walks in the open spaces of Bruntsfield Links and The Meadows.

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 around the corner, and a number of other schools, including George Heriot’s and Merchiston are also within a mile or two of the property.

The city bypass is easily accessible providing excellent access to the airport and the central Scotland motorway network.

Square Footage: 2,315 sq ft





Additional Info
Listing: The property is not listed but lies within the Merchiston and Greenhill Conservation Area.