41 Morningside Drive, Edinburgh, EH10 5LZ
4
BED
3
PUBLIC
2
BATH
2,207
SQFT
Light-filled and spacious four-bedroom main door apartment with gardens, arranged over three levels within an original end-of-terrace Victorian house c.1890, in the peaceful residential area of Morningside to the south of the city centre, close to all amenities, open green spaces and the vibrant village atmosphere of Morningside Road with its wealth of independent retailers, restaurants and coffee shops. The property, one of four original apartments occupying this handsome sandstone building, benefits from a large conservatory opening into a recently landscaped walled garden to the rear, with a further section of sheltered garden to the front.
Inside, flexible family accommodation over the top two floors offers generously proportioned rooms including an impressive and recently refurbished open plan kitchen/dining room space, the kitchen being finished to a very high standard with bespoke Stiffkey blue and sage green painted units with white marble and natural wood countertops and hand painted tiles, with an adjacent utility room. These recent upgrades blend seamlessly with original features such as stripped floorboards, ornate cornice work and expansive sash and case windows. Ideally located for excellent local schooling as well as some of the city’s best private schools, this will make a wonderful family home.
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Property Details & Description
Summary of Accommodation
Ground Level - Entrance vestibule; conservatory
First Floor - Living room, kitchen/dining room, shower room, two double bedrooms
Top Floor - Principal bedroom with ensuite bathroom; further double bedroom with ensuite shower room
Description
Ground Level:
The property is positioned on the corner of Morningside Drive and Ethel Terrace. A wrought iron gate opens into the front garden and entrance. Entrance vestibule with original tiled floor. Stone steps lead into a spacious and light-filled vaulted conservatory (with power and electric heating); fantastic rear garden views. Carpeted staircase leads to the first floor level.
First Floor:
Partially glazed door allows for plenty of natural light. Stripped wood flooring throughout this level. Beautifully presented sitting room with bay window and a further window featuring elevated front facing views; ornate cornice work and original marble mantel; deep walk-in store (or small office space). Double bedroom 3 with ornate cornice work and original mantelpiece; elevated front facing views. Deep walk-in cloakroom space. Open plan kitchen/dining room with rear facing views of peaceful neighbouring gardens in particular a fantastic spreading magnolia tree; the two rooms are separated by an archway; recently refurbished kitchen with bespoke solid wood wall and base units painted in a lovely Stiffkey blue with contrasting sage green central island topped with natural wood counter; marble sink surround and drainer; well-appointed with appliances including a range oven and fridge freezer; integrated dishwasher; deep larder cupboard. Utility room with similar Stiffkey blue wall and base units, plumbed for washing machine and tumble dryer. Double bedroom 4 with similar rear facing views; Edinburgh press. Shower room with shower cubicle; heated towel rail. Carpeted staircase leads to the top floor.
Top Floor:
Principal bedroom with dressing area offers two double wardrobes and shoe storage, elevated front facing views; a cast iron fireplace. Ensuite bathroom with bathtub and separate shower cubicle; eaves storage. Double bedroom 2 with triple aspect dormer window; rear facing views and a further velux window; cast iron fireplace; ensuite shower room.
Outdoor Space:
The front garden is sheltered from the road by high hedging; a section of lawn is surrounded by beds with mature shrubs; a paved pathway leads to the front door.
To the rear, an expansive, well-maintained walled garden, the recent subject of extensive landscaping with double gates opening onto Ethel Terrace. Landscaping includes a large raised terrace with steps leading to a dining area, outdoor lighting and a garden shed; there is also a large section of lawn with a raised bed and BBQ area next to the conservatory. Off street parking is available if required at the back of the garden, and there is access to electricity to install an electric car charging point off road.
Situation
The immediate area is renowned for its eclectic range of shops, restaurants and artisan cafés, cosmopolitan bistros and bars. Morningside also boasts a cinema and a theatre, with Waitrose, Sainsbury’s Local and Marks & Spencer supermarkets.
Surrounded by wonderful wide green spaces such as The Meadows, Blackford Hill, Arthur’s Seat and the Hermitage of Braid this area offers plenty of opportunity for leisure pursuits such as walking and cycling.
There is excellent local schooling in the area, with private options including George Heriot’s School, The Rudolf Steiner School and George Watson’s College in close proximity.
There is ample on street parking and good proximity to numerous bus routes, with easy access to the city bypass, Edinburgh International Airport and Central Scotland’s motorway network.
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.
NB: The pendent light fitting in the sitting room and one of the bedrooms may not be included in the sale.
Services:
Gas central heating, mains water, gas and electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations).
Postcode:
EH10 5LZ
Outgoings:
Council Tax Band Category: G
EPC: D
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 April 2022 – First Issue