Property Details & Description

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Summary of Accommodation:

 

MAIN HOUSE:

Ground Floor:

Entrance vestibule; hallway; family room/snug; drawing room; kitchen/dining room; utility room; WC

 

First Floor:

Principal bedroom with dressing room and en-suite bathroom; double bedroom 2; double bedroom 3; family bathroom

 

Top (second) Floor:

Double bedroom 4; double bedroom 5;(single) bedroom 6; family shower room

Large store room

 

Basement:

Study; access to separate flat

 

FLAT:

Two double bedrooms; kitchen; WC; bathroom; study/box room; living/dining room and large store room

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DESCRIPTION:

 

The handsome sandstone house is accessed from the street into a gated front garden, well stocked with mature planting including two lovely spreading cherry trees.  A paved pathway leads up stone steps to the impressive front entrance.

 

Entering at ground floor level, the door opens into a vestibule with double doors and a large light filled hallway with original decorative floor tiles and access to all rooms on this level.  Very impressive drawing room with expansive south facing bay window and front facing views; black marble original mantelpiece with gas fire; shelved Edinburgh press; ornate cornice work and ceiling rose.  Family room (snug) with antique gilded mirror to one wall and bespoke shelving to another with front garden views;  lovely open plan kitchen with ample dining space; soft lavender painted wall and base units; black granite countertops; 4 door royal blue AGA; wine fridge; central granite topped island with belfast sink; the kitchen is well appointed with integrated appliances including induction hob; dishwasher; fridge; an open aspect with garden views; French doors open onto a decked area with steps leading into the rear garden.  Utility room with belfast sink and pulley.  W.C.

 

First Floor

 

Carpeted staircase leads up past a long arched original stained glass window which allows for plentiful natural light.  Light filled landing with cornice and a plaster archway.  Principal bedroom with similar proportions to drawing room; original marble fireplace with tiled insert; bay window.  Dressing area with built-in cupboards; ensuite bathroom with travertine marble floor (underfloor heating); deep bathtub; double basins; separate glass shower cubicle with rainshower and handheld options; heated towel rail.  Double bedroom 2 with lovely garden views and built-in wardrobes.  Double bedroom 3 with similar views.  Family bathroom with bath and over-bath shower. Large linen cupboard. 

 

Top (second) Floor

 

A plasterwork archway leads to a steep staircase up to this floor.  Landing area.  Double bedroom 4 with front facing views.  Double bedroom 5 also with front facing views and walk-in eaves storage.  Single bedroom 6 with lovely garden views. Family shower room with rear facing views; shower cubicle with rainshower and handheld options; underfloor heating.

 

Lower Ground

Staircase leads down from the ground floor to a lower ground level with a good size study; fireplace (not in use); deep walk-in cupboard; shelved press.

 

Access to the self-contained flat.  The flat is also accessed via a gated side lane from the front garden.

 

Self-contained Flat: (currently used as a rented property)

Stone steps lead down to a paved pathway and the front door.  Entrance hallway; W.C.; under stairs storage space; double bedroom with rear garden views; galley kitchen with sage green wall and base units; well-appointed with various freestanding appliances; rear garden views. Double bedroom 2, spacious with a deep shelved cupboard and rear garden views; family bathroom with bathtub and over bath shower; heated towel rail.  Study/box room.  Living room with ample space for dining; shelved open press; deep cupboard.  Access to the main house is by separate entrance described or alternatively this two bedroomed annex can be re-incorporated into the main house and entered through an adjoining internal door in the annexe’s hallway. 

 

Rear garden

 

As well as access from the kitchen, there is also rear garden access through lockable security gates leading to pathways down both sides of the house.  The sheltered rear garden is mainly laid out to a large expanse of lawn with a dining terrace, garden sheds.  Various mature shrubs and trees.

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SITUATION:

 

Located to the south east of Edinburgh city centre, Mayfield Terrace is a quiet residential street with close proximity to the spectacular 640 acre Royal Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat.  The setting gives the feeling of a peaceful haven on the edge of the city centre and yet superb local amenities are close at hand with local independent shops, supermarkets and the Cameron Toll Shopping centre with its range of supermarkets, high street shops and a 24 hour gym nearby.  

 

Mayfield Terrace is only a short distance from the Marchmont, Bruntsfield and Morningside areas, renowned for their eclectic range of artisan shops, restaurants, bars and cafes with a cinema and theatre in Morningside.  

 

The Royal Commonwealth Pool is only a short walk away from the property and the Meadows public green area is close by, offering an active tennis club, pitch and putt golf course and a bowling green.  Edinburgh’s business, financial and shopping districts are also easily accessible.

 

Conveniently located for access to Edinburgh University campuses, Edinburgh Napier University and the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary the area is well-served by the city’s efficient bus networks, the city by-pass, Edinburgh International Airport and central Scotland’s motorways (M8, M9, M90 and the Queensferry Crossing).

 

There is excellent state school provision with private options including George Heriots and George Watson’s College in close proximity.

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