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DREAM HOMES


          earching for a city home with real impact?   longevity. The principal bedroom is extremely
          This stylish and spacious three-bedroom   spacious, with pleasing garden views that
      Sapartment, in one of Edinburgh’s most   would be a joy to wake up to every morning.
       well-heeled neighbourhoods, is an alluring   With ample fitted wardrobes and clever nooks
       option with an interesting history.  to create a dressing area and to highlight the
                                            sleeping area, the bedroom feels like a relaxing
       Located in Ravelston, just a short walk from   space to unwind each day.
       the city centre and within a short distance of
       some  of  the  city’s  most  sought-after schools,   The second bedroom packs plenty of storage
       the apartment forms part of an iconic, A-listed   with  ample  fitted  wardrobes,  while  the  third
       Art Deco development, created by noted   bedroom is light and bright. Practicality is high
       Edinburgh  architects  Andrew  Neil  and  Robert   on the agenda throughout this glamorous
       Hurd in the 1930s. The building was designed   apartment, with abundant storage, alongside
       to resemble an ocean liner, with grand details   two WCs and a separate family bathroom, clad
       and a luxurious feel to everything from the   in metro tiles with a midcentury-style vanity and
       communal areas to the beautifully manicured   statement sink.
       residents’ gardens.
                                            Alongside the sweeping residents’ gardens, the
       Entering the apartment itself, you’re greeted by   apartment also offers access to a private roof
       a welcoming vestibule, which leads straight into   terrace, which boasts incredible views west
       an inviting sitting room. With unusual, curved   over the city – surely an incredible spot to relax
       walls and a charming view over the grounds,   and take a breather. Mixing this kind of vintage
       plus  an  ornate  fireplace,  the  sitting  room  has   glamour with modern, precise decor makes for
       an  elegant yet comfortable feel paired with   the ideal blend for anyone looking for a sleek
       soft, neutral decor that makes it all too easy to   and stylish city home.
       imagine yourself at home here.

       Sliding pocket doors make it easy to separate
       the living area from the dining room, a casual                                           The apartment forms
       yet elegant space that works perfectly for
       everything from chatty weekend brunches to                                                 part of an iconic,
       formal family gatherings. Across the hallway,
       there’s a sleek, modern kitchen stacked with                                               A-listed Art Deco
       glossy white cabinets and wooden worktops,                                               development, created
       with open shelving and integrated appliances
       to maximise the available space. There’s even a                                          by noted Edinburgh
       utility area across the hall, tucked away behind
       sliding doors, offering access to the gardens.                                            architects Andrew
                                                                                               Neil and Robert Hurd
       The apartment offers three generous double
                                                                                                     in the 1930s.
       bedrooms, making this a flexible home with real



       4 Ravelston Garden, Edinburgh, EH4 3LD      3 bed  |  3 bath  |  2 reception rooms
       Offers over £ 425,000
       Selling solicitor:  ESPC Chartered firm Urquharts Property, call 0131 253 2328

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