2
Bed(s)
2
Bath(s)
808
SQFT
Commanding magnificent views of Salisbury Crags in Holyrood Park, this well-presented two-bedroom apartment forms part of a beautifully designed modern residential development in the heart of Holyrood. Situated on the fourth floor of the prestigious development, this light filled apartment offers spacious and contemporary living with an open plan sitting room/dining kitchen with direct access to the property’s private balcony, benefitting from picturesque views. This secure and factored development benefits from a 24-hour concierge, a residents’ courtyard garden and a private garage with electric up and over door.
A stone’s throw away from the Scottish Parliament and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the property lies just a short walk from the iconic Royal Mile in the city’s historic Old Town and is less than 15 minutes’ walk to Waverly Station.
The property is presented to the market in turn-key condition and will appeal to a variety of buyers including young professional, a buy to let investment or a pied-a-terre.
Summary of Accommodation:
Fourth Floor Level
Shared Entrance and Well-Maintained Communal Stair with Secure Video Entry and Lift Service, Entrance Hall, Open Plan Sitting Room/Dining Kitchen, Principal Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room, Double Bedroom Two, Bathroom, Utility Room
Outdoor Space
Residents’ Courtyard with Well-Stocked Floral Planting, Leafy Shrubbery, Lawned Areas with Benches, Private Garage with Electric Up and Over Door
SITUATION:
Situated in the shadow of the majestic Salisbury Crags and Arthur’s Seat in Holyrood Park, The Park is located on the doorstep of the Scottish Parliament, Dynamic Earth visitor attraction, the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the city’s historic Old Town.
The area is enviably located within easy reach of superb local amenities including a Tesco Express on Holyrood Road, Marks & Spencer on Princes Street and a Sainsbury’s at Meadowbank Shopping Park. There are plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes in the Grassmarket, The Royal Mile and Victoria Street, all in the Old Town, whilst the recently opened St James Quarter offers an array of first-class dining, shopping and entertainment options.
In terms of leisure and recreation facilities, the area boasts an abundance of open, leafy green walks to be enjoyed within Holyrood Park and around Duddingston Loch. Other green spaces nearby include The Meadows, where you will find public tennis and a children’s play park. The Royal Commonwealth Pool is within easy reach, offering a choice of swimming and fitness facilities.
It is an ideal location for the University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh College of Art, both within walking distance. There is a selection of highly regarded schools nearby, and it falls within the catchment area for the Royal Mile Primary School and James Gillespie’s High School; with private schooling options including the nearby George Heriot’s Schools and Edinburgh Academy.
The property is situated within walking distance of Waverly Railway Station and bus or tram links to Edinburgh International Airport. The City Bypass that links into the Central Scotland motorway network is nearby.
DESCRIPTION:
The property is accessed via shared entrance and well-maintained communal stairway with secure video phone entry system and lift service. Situated on the fourth floor, the accommodation comprises as follows.
Entrance Hall: The front door opens to a spacious entrance hall leading to the accommodation. The hall benefits from two built in storage cupboards and a manuel pocket sliding door that separates the hall from the open plan living area.
Open Plan Sitting Room/Dining Kitchen: This impressive open plan living area offers the perfect entertainment space and is the epitome of modern living. This wonderful room boasts spectacular views to Salisbury Crags and Holyrood Park and affords direct access to the sizeable southeast facing balcony. The kitchen is well-equipped and offers plentiful storage in its wall and floor mounted units and preparation space in its seamless countertops. Appliances include a Siemens five ring gas cooker and double oven, integrated fridge freezer and dishwasher.
Principal Bedroom: The property benefits from a generously sized principal bedroom offering picturesque views of the residents’ courtyard garden. The main bedroom affords plentiful storage with a built in wardrobe with hanging rail and fitted shelving. Additionally, the principal bedroom benefits from a three piece en suite comprising walk in shower, wash hand basin and WC with heated towel rail.
Double Bedroom Two: There is a good-sized double bedroom benefitting from a built-in wardrobe with hanging rail.
Bathroom: The elegantly tiled main bathroom comprises a shower over bathtub, wash hand basin and WC with heated towel rail.
Utility Room: There is a utility room with fitted shelving and ample space for white goods.
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
Outgoings
Council Tax Band: F
EPC Rating: B
Postcode
EH8 8BA
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.
Internet Website
This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co. & Rettie LLP’s. can be viewed on our website at www.rettie.co.uk as well as Rightmove, Zoopla, On The Market and The London Office.
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
Rettie, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
Proof and source of Funds/Anti Money Laundering
Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds. This may include evidence of bank statements/funding source, mortgage or confirmation from a solicitor the purchaser has the funds to conclude the transaction.
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
Particulars prepared March 2023 - First Issue.