2 bed flat for sale

5 (1F2) Roseneath Street, Marchmont, Edinburgh EH9

Located in the heart of Marchmont, just a short walk from The Meadows, this bright and beautifully presented first-floor Victorian tenement flat combines traditional character with a well-maintained interior. Bursting with period features, the property has been a much-loved home and now offers an exciting opportunity for its next owners to make it their own.

The south-facing sitting room is a particularly appealing space, with a bay window and a charming window seat overlooking the front of the property. Natural light fills the room, highlighting the original sanded and lightly varnished floorboards, while a lovely mantelpiece provides an attractive focal point. Decorative cornicing completes the period character.

The kitchen and dining room provide a sociable space, fitted with a range of wall and base-mounted cabinetry incorporating a gas hob, electric oven, extractor hood and washing machine. There is ample room for a dining table and chairs, while a traditional washing pulley is fitted within the dining recess. A pantry sits alongside, with three further storage cupboards located off the hall. A pantry sits alongside the dining recess, with three further storage cupboards located off the hall. The boxroom is currently used as a home office with further storage overhead.

There are two well-proportioned double bedrooms, one positioned to the front and the other to the rear of the property. The bathroom completes the internal accommodation, fitted with a bath with an electric shower over, WC and wash hand basin.

Externally, there is a shared garden to the rear of the property which is mainly laid to lawn. The gardens belonging to number's 5,9 and 13 are all informally shared between the residents. For example, the garden with the raised beds is technically owned by number 9, although through informal arrangement, they are shared by anyone who wants one from the above mentioned buildings. Likewise others have access to the garden of number 5 as there is no fence.

Residents' permit-holder parking is available on the surrounding streets.

Location

Marchmont is a leafy residential area south of Edinburgh's City Centre. Moments from The Meadows and Bruntsfield Links, the property enjoys access to peaceful walks and far-reaching cycling routes as well as coffee shops and independent boutiques. Discover excellent recreational amenities at the Warrender Swim Centre with its heritage Victorian pool and state-of-the-art fitness gym or at one of the numerous yoga studios. Practice your swing on The Links - home to the world's first club house. For everyday shopping, there is a conveniently located Sainsburys, along with a Margiotta, local fishmonger and greengrocer. It is an ideal location for the University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh College of Art, both within walking distance.

The property is in the catchment area for highly regarded schools: James Gillespie's Primary School, St Peter's rc Primary School, James Gillespie's High School and St Thomas of Aquin's rc High School. Further private school choices such as George Heriot's School and George Watson's College are also within walking distance. While the City Centre is easily accessible on foot, regular bus services take less than twenty minutes.

Extras

All light fittings, fitted flooring, the fridge/freezer and integrated appliances are included in the sale price.

Viewing

By appt with Coulters .

EPC Rating

EPC rating: D