Flat for sale in Edinburgh EH1, 1 Bedroom

This eighteenth century fourth (top) floor traditional tenement apartment is situated within a Category B Listed Building on the Royal Mile in the heart of the historical Old Town, a unesco World Heritage Site. Surrounded by a wealth of attractions and amenities the property is close to Edinburgh’s commercial, cultural and academic areas and many of the most popular city centre amenities are within walking distance. The Royal Mile and surrounding areas provide an array of galleries, boutiques, restaurants and bars. A public transport network operates within the City Centre and beyond and Waverley train station is within five minutes walking distance. Edinburgh City Bypass and the main motorway networks are also within easy reach. Accessed via a turnpike staircase which leads to a private landing, the light filled, south facing interior is in good condition throughout, retaining many original decorative features including intricate cornicework, domed sitting-room and original Adam fireplace with an environmentally friendly wood-burner and shuttered windows. The neutral toned decor and wooden flooring add a contemporary touch. The accommodation comprises a bright dining hall with double doors leading to the dual aspect sitting room and also to the fitted kitchen. There is a large double bedroom with fitted wardrobe, also with windows on both sides and a bathroom with 3-piece suite and shower fitting over the bath. The property in recent years has been used as popular holiday-let apartment generating between £25,000-£30,000 revenue per year. The property would make an ideal pied-a-terre or investment/holiday let purchase.