Merchiston Gardens, Scotland, EH10

Superb, six-bedroom terraced house quietly yet conveniently located in the highly desirable Merchiston area, south-west of Edinburgh city centre. This property has incredible potential to form a comfortable and elegant family home.The property features many beautiful original features including period cornice work, grand staircase with cupola, and fireplaces throughout.Externally there is a small front garden laid out for ease of maintenance, while the rear garden is fully enclosed and is laid mainly to lawn as well as having a patio area. There is a single lock-up car garage in a terrace of lock-ups situated a short distance from the property, with on-street permit parking readily available to the front.Opening to an entrance vestibule, the beautiful features of the property are immediately evident with wonderful stained glass on the front door leading to the large hallway. There is also a small cloakroom next to the front door.The bright south facing lounge is situated to the front of the property featuring a bay window and wooden fireplace; to the rear are the dining room, large fitted kitchen and utility room. There is also a quirky “maid’s room” which could be used for a variety of purposes.The first floor has an exceptionally spacious master bedroom with bay window to the front and two further double bedrooms to the rear. The first floor also houses the family bathroom. There is ample cupboard space and storage throughout.On the second floor there are three further double bedrooms, set to both aspects and a shower room.Merchiston lies within easy walking distance of the popular shopping area of Bruntsfield with its wide selection of restaurants, bars, cafés and small shops. There is further excellent shopping in nearby Church Hill and Morningside with both Waitrose and Marks and Spencer available, while the Church Hill Theatre and Dominion Cinema offer cultural and leisure facilities.There are several good schools in the area and a wealth of “green space” nearby, not least the private communal gardens opposite the front door. Nearby bus routes give quick access to the city centre.