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DREAM HOMES

       A few minutes’ walk from Haymarket and   principal bedroom is tranquil, with excellent
       the  Water  of  Leith  alike,  this  two-bedroom   proportions  and  twin  sash  windows  filling  the
       lower-ground  apartment  on  Coates  Gardens   space  with  natural  light,  framed  by  a  window
       is a prime example of the kind of property this   seat with handy built-in storage – an idyllic spot
       area is known for. Forming part of a classically   to relax with a coffee and enjoy looking out at
       detailed, B-listed Victorian house, on a beautiful   the garden. There’s also a striking mantlepiece,
       traditional  terrace,  the  apartment  has  kerb   a built-in display cupboard, and a fantastic walk-
       appeal in abundance, with stunning period   in  wardrobe, making  this  space feel  suitably
       details and a fabulously impressive frontage.  sumptuous. The second bedroom, located at the
                                            front of the property overlooking the courtyard
       The  apartment  is  accessed  by  its  own  gated   garden, is another double, with a restful colour
       front entrance, descending a stone staircase to   palette and shuttered windows.
       a private front garden area and your own front
       door. This opens into a practical vestibule, and   Alongside the two bedrooms, there’s a
       then into an inviting main hallway that stretches   dedicated study area that makes an ideal home
       the full length of the property, leading right   office, complete with storage cupboards (with a
       through to a back door that opens onto the   huge additional storage cupboard in the hallway
       private rear garden – but more on that later.  that’s perfect for stashing any clutter).

       At the front of the apartment is a tasteful living/  This  refined  apartment  is  completed  by  a
       dining room, where a sophisticated feel is   wonderfully  lavish  bathroom,  finished  to  an
       achieved through a pale, neutral colour scheme   exceptional standard and offering a real taste of
       and stripped wooden floorboards, coupled with   luxury. With a window looking onto the garden,
       a working, open fireplace and shuttered sash-  this generous space includes an indulgent
       and-case  windows.  The  space  simultaneously   freestanding bath (complete with wall-mounted
       feels airy and cosy, making it the perfect spot to   taps for a real hotel feel) and a separate, walk-in
       relax all year round. There’s plenty of room for   rainfall shower enclosure that feels fabulously
       a large lounge setup while leaving space for a   luxe. Finished in spa-inspired style, with oversized   Forming part of a
       formal dining table too, allowing you to zone the   stone tiles and a clean, fresh aesthetic, it’s easy
       space to suit your needs.            to imagine soaking away the stresses of the day       classically detailed,
                                            in this dreamy space.
       A  glass-panelled  door  leads  into  the  kitchen,                                         B-listed Victorian
       where contemporary design takes the fore.   Outside, the property offers a real gem in the   house, on a beautiful
       You’ll find sleek, handleless cabinetry in a soft   form of a private walled garden, fully enclosed
       dove grey, paired with downlit stone worktops,   and beautifully kept, with a lawn area, planting   traditional terrace, the
       brass fixtures, herringbone tiling and integrated   beds and a patio for sun-soaked alfresco dining.
       appliances, all working together to create a   Offering plenty of potential, this could be a real   apartment has kerb
       seriously slick and glossy finish.   haven in the heart of the city – a rare find indeed   appeal in abundance,
                                            to have such a large outdoor space purely to
       The  property  offers  two  generous  double   enjoy on your own terms. It makes this prime   with stunning period
       bedrooms, with the larger at the rear. The   property somehow even more appealing!
                                                                                                details and a fabulously
                                                                                                 impressive frontage.

       30A Coates Gardens, Edinburgh, EH12 5LE      2 bed  |  1 bath  |  1 reception room
       Offers over £525,000
       Selling solicitor:  ESPC Chartered firm Watermans, call  0131 253 2959

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