Location

Located in Edinburgh's prestigious Georgian New Town, Scotland Street (made famous by Alexander McCall Smith's novels) is only a few minutes' walk from Princes Street and George Street - the main retail and commercial thoroughfares of Edinburgh's City Centre.

The cosmopolitan areas of Stockbridge and Broughton Street which offer an array of shops, restaurants, coffee shops and fashionable bars are also only a short walk away. For larger shopping facilities, there is a Tesco supermarket at Canonmills, a Waitrose in Comely Bank and a Sainsbury's at Blackhall, all of which are within a 10 minute drive. For the outdoor enthusiast, walks can be enjoyed along The Water of Leith, in The Royal Botanical Gardens and in Inverleith Park.

Located at the end of Scotland Street is the King George V Park which provides excellent facilities for children of all ages and dog owners.
Also within walking distance are the Drummond Place tennis courts.

There are excellent schools on the north side of the City including The Edinburgh Academy, the Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools and Fettes College.

Description

Set within the grandeur of Edinburgh's New Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this exceptional third-floor apartment offers a rare combination of scale, light, and flexibility. Purpose-built and occupying a striking corner position, the property extends to approximately 1,652 square feet and presents a refurbished, elegant home with far-reaching views across the city.

On entering the apartment, a welcoming reception hall leads into the magnificent sitting room, a beautifully proportioned space with dual-aspect windows that draw in natural light throughout the day. The views from this room are as impressive as the scale itself, making it an ideal setting for entertaining or simply unwinding.

The kitchen and dining room form the heart of the home, modernised and thoughtfully designed to bring together everyday living and social gatherings. With generous dimensions, there is ample space for both informal family meals and larger occasions. There are numerous wall and base units and a large central island for entertaining.

The apartment offers remarkable versatility, with up to four bedrooms available. The principal bedroom enjoys a leafy outlook and the benefit of its own refurbished ensuite shower room, creating a comfortable retreat. Two further double bedrooms provide excellent accommodation, each with attractive proportions, while a separate study offers the flexibility to serve as a fourth bedroom, a home office, or a nursery, depending on lifestyle needs. A modern family bathroom complements the layout, along with the convenience of a separate utility room.

This property is perfectly suited to contemporary city living, offering both character and adaptability. The high ceilings, generous windows, and thoughtfully planned layout create a home that balances elegance with practicality. Its top-floor position not only provides privacy but also ensures exceptional light and uninterrupted views across Edinburgh's skyline.