Summary of Accommodation

Ground floor:

The drawing room is situated at the front of the house overlooking the garden and street. The two large windows create a very bright and airy space, other features include a cream stone mantle piece and gas fire, as well as an Edinburgh press and original cornices. Also located at the front is the fourth bedroom, which is currently used as a home office.

The kitchen is set to the rear with built-in wall and base units on two sides surrounding a large Corian island with a stainless-steel 5 burner gas hob and extraction fan located directly above. Other appliances in the kitchen include a combi oven, as well as a separate electric fan oven and plate warmer; integrated dishwasher and stainless-steel American style fridge/freezer. The sink has also been fitted with a Quooker hot, cold and boiling water tap.

Off the kitchen there is a useful utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer raised to eye level, it also has a wine chiller and a built-in dog bed. Beyond the utility room is a drying area and store with the water tank and immersion heater and a further door that leads onto the patio area.

Also accessed from the kitchen or the hallway is the contemporary glass and steel extension that is home to the dining area and living room. The living room boasts four large glass doors with a further two across the dining space that all open onto a patio with raised underlit planters. This combined space has been fitted with underfloor heating and the living room has the added feature of a built-in, glass panelled log fire. All glass doors have wireless electric, remote controlled blinds.

There is a downstairs WC and cupboard under the stairs to store coats, as well as the electrical systems supporting the house.

First floor:

There are three large double bedrooms and two bathrooms on the first floor.

The principal bedroom overlooks the front of the house and features unusual cornice work and an Edinburgh press. It has well designed built-in wardrobes.

There are two further double bedrooms on this floor with original fireplaces and cornices. They all have access to a modern fitted shower room, as well as a substantial bathroom that offers a large shower and bath.

Garden:

The property occupies a generous plot with mature planting in the back garden. A driveway with electric gates leads down to front of the house. There is ample parking for a several vehicles.

The rear garden is south facing, well-proportioned and fully enclosed. It is mainly laid to lawn apart from a patio area that borders the living room / dining room extension with ample space for table and chairs. Located at the back of the garage within the garden is a versatile wood cabin that has recently been used as a home study. It has its own power and broadband and is well insulated.

Additional property features:

• CCTV cameras protecting front garden, driveway and back garden
• Single garage with electric door
• Burglar alarm
• Planning consent secured for an attic conversion to deliver two double bedrooms, shower room and playroom
• Planning consent has also been secured for solar panels to be installed on the main roof and extension

Local information

Situated only a few miles from the city centre, Morningside is extremely sought-after by families and boasts excellent transport links, including regular bus services. There is a good choice of local schooling at all levels whilst a number of Edinburgh's top fee-paying schools are within the vicinity, including George Watsons, George Heriot’s and Merchiston Castle.

Morningside has excellent local amenities with specialist shops, cafes, restaurants and bars that extend into Churchill and beyond to Bruntsfield. There is also a Waitrose supermarket nearby and other smaller supermarket offerings from M&S and Sainsbury’s. Other local facilities include, the Braids and The Hermitage, Hillend ski centre and a good choice of local golf courses and sports clubs.