20 Liberton Brae
20 Liberton Brae, Edinburgh EH16 6AE
4
Bed(s)
2
Bath(s)
1,774
SQFT
A truly spectacular property forming part of a conversion of three former agricultural barns and offering contemporary luxury with a wonderful amount of space and light.
This highly innovative townhouse is uniquely designed with a standing seam metal roof, vertical larch cladding and a wrapping stone wall base using existing stone from the site. A highlight design feature is the central fully glazed void courtyard which cuts through the roof and both floor levels ensuring maximum light and ventilation throughout.
A covered entrance hallway with storage cupboard and a built-in area for coats and shoes extends past the internal courtyard with stairs to the first floor and doors to all ground floor rooms. Cleverly concealed off the hall is a fitted utility area with sink and drainer and space for a washing machine and tumble drier. The principal bedroom is impressive with its large glass sliding doors leading to a private external courtyard/terrace with a viewing pane framing the beautiful view over the country to the Observatory. There are fitted wardrobes and a luxuriously appointed en-suite shower room. The fourth bedroom is currently kitted out as a dressing room and also has a door out to the external courtyard/terrace. There are two further double bedrooms on the ground floor both leading on to the void courtyard. A luxury family bathroom completes the accommodation on the ground floor.
The first floor comprises open plan living and dining areas with vaulted ceilings and floor to ceiling glazing which opens out on to a partially converted terraced with breathtaking views over the countryside to the city and the Observatory. The German Designer kitchen has a NEFF oven and, microwave oven and 4 zone induction hob, Franke Minerva 3 in 1 tap with boiling and filtered water. Integrated 70/30 fridge/freezer and integrated dishwasher. The kitchen is tucked away and is nicely separated by the void courtyard. There is also a WC on this level.
Timber engineered flooring is fitted throughout the hallway, living and kitchen with quality carpets in the bedrooms and porcelain tiles to the bathrooms, which have underfloor heating and towel heaters.
Direct mains pressure and central heating is provided via a high efficiency boiler and storage tank to ensure adequate hot water for the whole family. There is Cat 5 cabling throughout and low energy LED downlights. The windows are triple glazed.
Outside there is a lovely, shared garden with partially covered patio and barbecue area, outside heater, an area laid to lawn and with external power supply and tap and outdoor lighting. The property comes with two off street parking spaces and there is an electric car charging point. There is a private external store for bikes etc. and concealed bin stores.
There are solar panels on the roof of the external store which are distributed back to the home. An alarm is fitted for security.
Summary of Accommodation:
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall with storage, Principal bedroom with sliding doors,
external courtyard/terrace and en-suite shower room,
two further double bedrooms, bedroom 4/study with door to the terrace,
family bathroom.
First Floor
Spectacular living/dining room with a generous private terrace providing breathtaking views over the countryside and to the Observatory. Kitchen separated by the void courtyard, WC.
Outside
Two private parking spaces with electric car charger,
communal garden with paved patio seating and outdoor barbecue area and area laid to lawn.
There is a private external cupboard for storing bikes etc. and a concealed bin store.
Additional Information
Triple glazing, gas central heating with high efficiency boiler,
under floor heating, solar panels with battery, security alarm.
LOCATION
Liberton is a tranquil residential enclave with convenient local amenities and within easy reach of Edinburgh city centre’s shops, restaurants, bars, theatres, and business districts and well-served by Sainsbury’s and Morrisons supermarkets, a selection of local independent shops, the Cameron Toll Shopping Centre and Straiton Retail Park.
The property is surrounded by green open spaces including Blackford Hill, the Hermitage of Braid and the Pentland Hills which offer a variety of semi-rural walkways and cycle paths and Arthur’s Seat, offeriong spectacular city views. Recreational facilities such include the Royal Commonwealth Pool, numerous golf courses, parks and the Midlothian Snowsports Centre at Hillend all within easy reach.
The property lies within the catchment area for Liberton Primary School and Liberton High in the state sector with private options including George Heriots’, George Watson’s College and Merchiston Castle School in close proximity.
Liberton is also convenient for Edinburgh and Napier Universities, the Royal Dick Veterinary College and Edinburgh Royal Infirmary and has easy access to efficient bus services, the city by-pass, Edinburgh International Airport, and central Scotland’s motorway network (M8, M9, M90 and the Forth Road Bridge).
General Remarks & Information:
Fixtures and Fittings:
Only appliances specifically mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale price. In all other aspects the treatment of fixtures and fittings within the relevant Conveyancing Standard Clauses apply.
Services:
Gas heating, mains water, electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations).
Outgoings
Council Tax Band: G
EPC Rating: B
Postcode
EH16 6AE
Tenure
Freehold
Viewings
Viewing is strictly by appointment through Rettie & Co. 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6DH. Tel: 0131 220 4160.
Offers
Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co. & Rettie LLP’s. A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed later. Please note that interested parties are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order that they may be advised should a closing date be set. The seller reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.
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Servitude Rights, Burdens & Wayleaves
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above.
Important Notice
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- They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
- All Rettie floorplans are drawn to RICS standard. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and it should not be assumed that the property remains as photographed. Any error, omission or mis-statement shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation or recourse to action at law. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents, including for its current use. Rettie & Co. & Rettie LLP’s have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and ought to seek their own professional advice.
- All descriptions or references to condition are given in good faith only. Whilst every endeavour is made to ensure accuracy, please check with us on any points of especial importance to you, especially if intending to travel some distance. No responsibility can be accepted for expenses incurred in inspecting properties which have been sold or withdrawn.
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All individuals involved in the transaction are required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. Rettie use electronic verification, if this is not possible original documents are acceptable.
Misrepresentations
- The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co. or Rettie LLP’s, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.
- The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that they have not entered into contract in reliance on the said statements, that they are satisfied themselves as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property.
- Any error, omission or misstatement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action.
Particulars prepared March 2024 - First Issue.