Accommodation

Entrance hallway, open plan living / dining / kitchen, two double bedrooms, bathroom, study, utility.

Outside Space

Private entrance with courtyard to front, three dry lined cellars, private south facing garden to rear.

SITUATION:

St Bernard’s Crescent is widely held to be one of Edinburgh’s finest streets and was a key part of the development of the land belonging to renowned portrait artist, Sir Henry Raeburn. Situated in Stockbridge it forms part of Edinburgh’s renowned New Town – a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Stockbridge is perennially popular, thanks to its exclusive property, proximity to the city centre, parks and

walkways and outstanding private and state school provision. Critically acclaimed restaurants and bars have been drawn to the area and there is a thriving weekly market with artisan food and craft stalls. The area is also well positioned for the city’s bus and tram networks, Haymarket and Waverley stations as well as convenient access to the City Bypass, A1, M8 and M9 and Edinburgh International Airport.

St Bernard’s Crescent lies within easy walking distance of the Royal Botanic Garden, Inverleith Park and the Water of Leith walkways – which links directly with the city’s extensive off-road path network, and provides cycling routes, scenic walks and features an abundance of wildlife. Residents may also gain access to both St Bernard’s Crescent Gardens and the nearby 14-acre Dean Gardens subject to application and payment of a small annual fee.

There are a number of recreational facilities close by including Drumsheugh Swimming Baths, the Edinburgh Sports Club and Dean Tennis Club. St Bernard’s Crescent is also ideally positioned to take advantage of Edinburgh’s historical attractions; International, Film and Fringe Festivals and Hogmanay celebrations.

The area is well served by Waitrose supermarket and a selection of independent shops in Stockbridge as well as Sainsbury’s and Marks & Spencer at Craigleith Retail Park.

ACCOMMODATION:

A private stair leads from street level to a spacious courtyard to the front of the property with three dry lined cellars providing additional secure storage.

From the courtyard the property is entered via an entrance vestibule to welcoming hallway providing access throughout the accommodation. Off the hallway is a spacious storeroom and also a utility room.

To the rear of the property is the living / dining room which faces south and overlooks the rear garden allowing plenty of light to flood the room. There is ample space for living and dining furniture and a sleek and attractive modern gas fire with timber surround helps warm the toes on a cold winter evening.

Open to the living space, the modern kitchen is well proportioned and has a range of floor standing and wall mounted units with contrasting worktops, attractive tiled splashbacks with undercabinet and floor lighting. Appliances include a 4 ring induction hob with extractor above, electric oven and integrated dishwasher.

The master bedroom is situated to the front of the property with a lovely bay window overlooking the courtyard. Attractive plantation shutters allow privacy whilst letting plenty of light come into the room. Cupboard allowing plenty of hanging and shelving storage.

The second double bedroom to the rear of the property has a glazed door allowing access to the rear garden and timber French doors allowing the space to be opened up to the living area giving the owner greater flexibility of how to use the space. There is fitted wall units providing additional storage and desk area, and they also cleverly conceal a pull down ‘Murphy style’ bed transforming the space into a bedroom.

The bathroom has a three piece suite including bath with shower above and glass shower screen, attractive sink with waterfall tap and vanity unit below. Attractive tiling to the walls and floor with vertical radiator and shelved storage.

There is a study to the front of the property with plenty of space for a desk and chair giving the owner a dedicated space for home working that they can close the door on at the end of the working day.

The south facing rear garden is terraced with two paved patio areas allowing plenty of space for outdoor entertaining surrounded with planted beds.

16a St Bernard’s Crescent is a delightful period flat tastefully decorated in a modern palate throughout and retains period features and a highly sought after south facing rear garden. It is situated in Stockbridge, one of the mose desirable areas in central Edinburgh with local amenities easily accessible and transport links on Princes Street a short walk away. Ideal for the owner occupier, second home buyer or investor.

General Remarks:

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. This is acceptable either as original or certified documents.

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:

Mains water, gas central heating, electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations.)

Postcode:

EH4 1NS

Outgoings:

Council Tax Band Category: E

EPC:

C

Viewing:

By appointment through Rettie & Co, 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh EH3 6DH. Tel: 0131 220 4160.

Misrepresentations:

1.       The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co, 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.

2.        The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into contract in reliance on the said statements, that he has satisfied himself 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.

3.       Any error, omission or mis-statement 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 February 2022 – First Issue.