21A Buckingham Terrace

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21A Buckingham Terrace, Edinburgh EH4 3AD

5

Bed(s)

3

Bath(s)

2,497

SQFT

Exceptional five bedroom, three bathroom duplex garden apartment, arranged over the ground and lower ground floors of an original Victorian townhouse, on an elegant street in the heart of Edinburgh’s West End. The property showcases extensive upgrades creating simply stunning interiors including a kitchen/dining/living room extension which has the effect of seamlessly bringing the outdoors inside, through triple floor to ceiling glass doors opening onto a landscaped dining terrace with steps leading up into a lovely south-facing walled garden and access to a private single garage. 

 

With a tonal colour palette of soft greys, duck egg blues and moss green, spacious rooms with plentiful natural light as well as original features including refurbished sash and case windows with working shutters throughout and ornate cornice work, this impressive yet welcoming property will have the leading edge in attracting families and professionals looking to enjoy luxurious surroundings in a central location.

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Laura Mathieson

Rettie and Co


0131 624 4066
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John Wybar

Rettie


+44 (0)131 322 2661
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Laura Mathieson

Rettie and Co


0131 624 4066
John Wybar Profile Picture

John Wybar

Rettie


+44 (0)131 322 2661

Accommodation comprises:

 

Lower Ground floor:

Entrance hallway, principal bedroom, ensuite shower room, bedroom 2 with adjoining playroom space; family bathroom, utility room, double bedroom 3, kitchen with adjacent living/dining room extension,

 

Ground Floor:

Landing, drawing room,double bedroom 4, family shower room, double bedroom 5,

 

DESCRIPTION:

 

Lower Ground floor:

White painted exterior courtyard area with two dry lined cellars and further under stairs store accessed via steps leading down from the street.

 

Entrance vestibule with glazed inner storm door leading to a long hallway with staircase and polished limed hardwood flooring extending into the other rooms. Spacious, front facing principal bedroom with courtyard views; Edinburgh press; walk-in cupboard with hanging space; ensuite shower room with shower cubicle, rainshower and handheld options; heated towel rail. Cupboard housing fuseboards. Double bedroom 2, currently used as a child’s bedroom has an adjoining playroom space with courtyard views; built-in double wardrobe. Family bathroom with travertine marble style tiles throughout; deep bathtub, over-bath shower, heated towel rail and wall mounted sink with vanity unit. Two understairs cupboard spaces. Utility room with french grey wall and base units, soft grey marble countertops and a pulley; Deep airing cupboard housing boiler. Further deep walk-in storage cupboard. Double bedroom 3 with lovely rear garden views. Beautiful contemporary kitchen with french door leading onto the outdoor dining terrace; exposed original brickwork; similar french grey wall and base units with burnished brass fittings, soft grey marble countertops and splashbacks; matching central island; two door french grey AGA; chevron hardwood flooring throughout. This lovely space opens up into a fantastic extension offering a dining/living room with a skylight, a south facing window and a wall of triple sliding doors, all which flood the room with abundant natural light; the doors open onto a secluded, landscaped sun terrace with a chevron-cut sandstone tiled floor and ample space for dining. Two sets of stone steps lead up to a terraced, walled garden mainly laid out to lawn, with herbaceous borders well-stocked with mature shrubs and trees; to the end of the garden, steps lead up to a door into a single garage which is accessible on Belgrave Crescent Mews.

 

Ground floor:

Staircase with wrought iron balustrade leads up to a landing. Front door opens into a well-maintained communal stairwell and entrance hall with on-street access via a communal front door. Stunning drawing room with expansive 4-bay window, retains much of its original interior specification such as a beautiful, carved wood mantelpiece with open fireplace; ornate cornice work and an Edinburgh Press. Double bedroom 4 with ornate cornice work and lovely garden views. Shower room with shower cubicle, heated towel rail and decorative floor tiles. Double bedroom 5 with garden views.

 

Additional Notes:

 

●     Alarm system

●     Entryphone system

●     Underfloor heating in the bathrooms and kitchen/dining/living area

 

SITUATION:

 

Buckingham Terrace is located in one of Edinburgh’s most sought after residential areas, close to the Dean Bridge and within easy reach of the city centre. The immediate locality is characterised by its elegant Victorian architecture and cobbled streets, which reflect the classic style of the era. The property is part of the highly sought after area of Edinburgh’s New Town - a designated UNESCO world heritage site.

 

The property is located directly opposite a section of communal garden. Residents can also apply for membership of the spectacularly lovely Belgrave Crescent Gardens and the Dean Gardens, both situated a short walk away. The Royal Botanic Gardens, Inverleith Park, the Water of Leith walkway and Modern Art Galleries are all located nearby.

 

The West End, George Street, Princes Street and Stockbridge are host to some of Edinburgh’s finest local shopping, restaurants, coffee shops and boutiques. All are within half a mile of the property. There is a Waitrose supermarket nearby in Comely Bank. Slightly further afield the Craigleith Retail Park includes a Sainsbury’s supermarket and a Marks & Spencer, amongst other shops. 

 

Waverley and Haymarket railway stations are also readily accessible, as are several major bus routes into town. The City bypass, Edinburgh International Airport, the Queensferry Crossing and Scotland's motorway networks are all accessed via nearby Queensferry Road.

 

Many of Edinburgh's renowned private schools are also within the vicinity, including Fettes College, The Edinburgh Academy, Erskine Stewart Melville Schools and St George's School for Girls, as well as excellent state school provision in the area.

 

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:

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

 

Postcode: EH4 3AD


Outgoings:

 

Council Tax Band Category: G


EPC:


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 September 2021 – First Issue

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Laura Mathieson

Rettie and Co


0131 624 4066
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John Wybar

Rettie


+44 (0)131 322 2661