Property description

This well-presented and upgraded two-bedroom lower villa has been extended to provide spacious and flexible accommodation on one level, with extensive private garden grounds, and decked terracing. Located on the outskirts of Gilmerton, to the south-east of the city centre, it commands fine views over the Lothian countryside and forms part of a tradition block of four flats, set off a quiet cul-de-sac. The property comprises an entrance hall, living/dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms, and luxury bathroom. Features include uPVC double glazing, gas central heating, good storage provision, and cable TV and telephone points. There is ample, unrestricted parking within the cul-de-sac and on the adjacent Drum Street. There are good shopping facilities to hand, with a broader offering, including a large Sainsbury's, a short drive away at the Cameron Toll Shopping Centre. A large Morrisons supermarket is located just off Gilmerton Road itself, and the nearby Straiton Retail park offers a further range of major high street stores. The Inch Park and Liberton Golf Course are both only a short walk away, and the area is within easy reach of Edinburgh Royal Infirmary and the Edinburgh University King's Buildings campus, making it ideal for students or staff at either institution. The area lies within a mile or so of the city bypass, and straddles a major arterial route in and out of the city, yielding a good choice of bus services to various points of the city, including the city centre.

Entrance Hall
An irregular-shaped entrance hall provides access to all rooms, and benefits from a cloaks cupboard and a further cupboard housing the central heating boiler. Features include wood-effect laminate flooring, plain coving, ceiling rose, radiator, recessed downlighting, a pendant light fitting, and space for occasional furniture.

Living/Dining Room - 14' 8'' x 12' 6'' (4.48m x 3.81m)
This spacious living/dining room is set off the entrance hall, with a double window overlooking the extensive gardens to the front. Features include wood-effect laminate flooring, recessed cupboard space to either side of an open fireplace with a gas coal-effect Spanish grate, radiator, plain coving, ceiling rose with light fitting, and cable TV and telephone points. A door to the adjacent bathroom creates flexibility of use as a bedroom.

Kitchen - 8' 8'' x 7' 11'' (2.65m x 2.41m)
Located off the entrance hall with a rear-facing window, and a patio door opening onto the extensive, raised decked area, the kitchen enjoys fine views over the surrounding countryside. It is fitted with a range of wall and base units in high-gloss white, with laminate worktops, tiled splashbacks, and a stainless-steel sink. Integrated appliances include a gas hob with an extractor canopy over, an electric oven and microwave, a fridge/freezer, washing machine, and a dishwasher. Other features are; tile-effect laminate flooring, plain coving, and recessed downlighters.

Bedroom One - 11' 7'' x 10' 6'' (3.52m x 3.20m)
This spacious double bedroom is set off the hallway, with a double window looking on to the front gardens. Features include a full-width built-in wardrobe, wood-effect laminate flooring, radiator, TV point, plain cornice, ceiling rose, and light fitting.

Bedroom Two - 11' 9'' x 11' 7'' (3.57m x 3.54m)
This second, generously-proportioned double bedroom, currently used as a sitting/dining room, is located off the hallway with patio doors opening on to the extensive timber-decked terrace, providing access to the private garden to the rear. Affording fine views over the surrounding countryside, features include wood-effect laminate flooring, recessed shelving, radiator, TV point, plain cornice, uplighters, and downlighters.

Bathroom - 12' 7'' x 6' 9'' (3.83m x 2.07m)
This spacious, luxury bathroom is located internally off the entrance hall, with a separate door to the adjacent living room. Beautifully-appointed and tiled throughout, it is fitted with a white, four-piece suite including a large, corner spa-bath, separate shower enclosure with an electric shower, a handbasin set on an ash-effect plinth, WC with concealed cistern, integrated wall-mirrors, recessed alcove shelving, extractor fan, and ceiling downlighters.

Garden Grounds
The property sits on a generous corner plot with private garden grounds to the front and rear, in addition to a communal rear drying green. The large and well-tended front garden is enclosed by mature hedging, and is mainly laid to grass with shrub features. To the rear and side of the property is an extensive, multi-level decked terrace and patio area, providing ample space for alfresco drinks and dining. Adjacent to the entrance door, which is located on the side elevation, is a useful external store. Directly to the rear of the terrace is an enclosed private garden, laid to grass, with with timber privacy-fencing and garden shed.

Property Features :

• This well-presented and upgraded two-bedroom lower villa has been extended to provide spacious and
• Located on the outskirts of Gilmerton, to the south-east of the city centre, it commands fine views
• The property comprises an entrance hall, living/dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms, and luxu
• Features include uPVC double glazing, gas central heating, good storage provision, and cable TV and
• There is ample, unrestricted parking within the cul-de-sac and on the adjacent Drum Street.