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3 An unusual, detached period house set back from the road in the heart of Bruntsfield, with a garage, garden and four bedrooms. 17 Forbes Road Edinburgh 3

Accommodation Ground floor Vestibule, hallway, kitchen/diner, utility room, sitting room, bedroom, shower room. First floor Master bedroom, two further bedrooms, bathroom, loft.

17 Forbes Road is set back from the vibrant streets of Bruntsfield, yet is also close to plentiful greens spaces such as Blackford Hill and the nearby Braid Hills.

For film fans, the privately owned Dominion Cinema is within walking distance, and some of the most historic pubs in the city can be found in nearby Morningside, including the famous Canny Man.

There is easy access to the Edinburgh City Bypass, the airport and Scotland s main motorway networks, as well as plentiful buses to and from the city centre.

A loft, accessed from the bathroom, could be converted subject to the necessary consents in order to provide further bedroom accommodation.

Ground floor Vestibule with original encaustic tiles leads to an etched glass inner door, which in turn leads to the inner hallway.

4 Accommodation Ground floor Vestibule, hallway, kitchen/diner, utility room, sitting room, bedroom, shower room. First floor Master bedroom, two further bedrooms, bathroom, loft. Outside Space Front garden, garage, private garden. SITUATION: Bruntsfield is one of the most desirable residential areas in Edinburgh thanks to its situation on the south side of Edinburgh. 17 Forbes Road is set back from the vibrant streets of Bruntsfield, yet is also close to plentiful greens spaces such as Blackford Hill and the nearby Braid Hills. Morningside and Bruntsfield are well served by supermarkets, including a Waitrose and Marks and Spencer Simply Food a short walk away. For film fans, the privately owned Dominion Cinema is within walking distance, and some of the most historic pubs in the city can be found in nearby Morningside, including the famous Canny Man. The south side of Edinburgh has amongst the finest private and state schools in the city, including Merchiston Castle School and nearby George Watson s College. There is easy access to the Edinburgh City Bypass, the airport and Scotland s main motorway networks, as well as plentiful buses to and from the city centre. DESCRIPTION: A rare opportunity to purchase a detached house with a wealth of period features, offering the potential to create a stunning family home. A loft, accessed from the bathroom, could be converted subject to the necessary consents in order to provide further bedroom accommodation. This property has a private garden backing onto neighbouring gardens, enhancing the sense of a peaceful retreat contrasting with the bustling streets of Bruntsfield. Ground floor Vestibule with original encaustic tiles leads to an etched glass inner door, which in turn leads to the inner hallway. Very generous living room with decorative plasterwork, press cupboard, sash and case bay window with stained glass panels and working shutters, imposing gas fire with marble mantle, brass surround and granite hearth. diner with views over the garden, a selection of floor and wall mounted units, integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher, electric oven, gas hob and one and a half bowl stainless steel sink. The kitchen leads through to the utility room with butler s sink, units with wooden work surface and fitted shelves. There is a door from the utility to the rear garden. 4

5 Double bedroom with traditional cast iron radiator, sash and case window with stained glass panes and working shutters. Tiled shower room with shower, wash hand basin, WC and heated towel rail. There is a shelved press cupboard in the hallway. A staircase with etched and stained glass window at the half landing leads to the first floor. First floor Landing with classical features including arches and corbels. Generous master bedroom with bay window, gas fire with marble mantle, decorative tiled surround and shelved press cupboard. Second double bedroom with sash and case windows with working shutters offering restful views over the neighbouring gardens. Bedroom with large window with working shutters, shelved press cupboard. Bathroom with bath, WC and wash hand basin as well as a hatch to the loft. Airing/storage cupboard accessed from the hall. Garden The property is approached via a pebbled front garden with path. Adjacent to the entrance is a driveway with off-road parking for one car leading to the detached garage with electric up and over door. The main garden is terraced, with original stone walls and mature trees. General Remarks Fixtures and Fittings: Only appliances specifically mentioned in the particulars of sale are included in the sale price. In all other aspects the treatment of fixtures and fittings within the relevant Conveyancing Standard Clauses apply. Services: Gas central heating, Mains water, drainage, gas and electricity, telephone (subject to BT regulations). Postcode EH10 4EG Outgoings: Council Tax Band Category: G EPC: F 5

6 Approx. Gross Internal Area 204 Sq Ft Sq M For identification only. Not to scale. SquareFoot 2017 Utility Breakfast 14'4" x 9'2" 4.37 x 2.79m 9'9" x 8'3" 2.97 x 2.51m Bedroom 4 8'10" x 8'5" 2.69 x 2.57m Breakfast 14'4" x 9'2" 4.37 x 2.79m Vestibule 9'9" x 8'3" 2.97 x 2.51m Carport Vestibule Breakfast 14'4" x 9'2" Carport4.37 x 2.79m Breakfast 14'4" x 9'2" 4.37 x 2.79m 9'9" x 8'3" 2.97 x 2.51m 9'9" x 8'3" Bathroom 2.97 x 2.51m Bedroom 4 Forbes Road, 8'10" xedinburgh, 8'5" 2.69 x 2.57m Vestibule Sitting 20'8" x 13'4" 6.30 x 4.06m Midlothian, EH10 4EG Bedroom 4 8'10" xapprox. 8'5" Gross Internal Area 1477 Sq Ft Sq M 2.69 x 2.57m Vestibule Garage Approx. Gross Internal Area 204 Sq Ft Sq M For identification only. Not to scale. SquareFoot 2017 Bedroom 1 20'9" x 13'4" 6.32 x 4.06m Bedroom 2 14'3" x 9'4" 4.34 x 2.84m B Bedroom 2 14'3" x 9'4" 4.34 x 2.84m Utility Bedroom 2 14'3" x 9'4" 4.34 x 2.84m B First Floor Bathroom Bedroom 2 14'3" x 9'4" 4.34 x 2.84m Sitting 20'8" x 13'4" 6.30 x 4.06m Bedroom 1 20'9" x 13'4" 6.32 x 4.06m First Floor Sitting 20'8" x 13'4" B 6.30 x 4.06m Bathroom Sitting 20'8" x 13'4" 6.30 x 4.06m Bedroom 4 8'10" x 8'5" 2.69 x 2.57m Ground Floor Bathroom Garage 18'5" x 10'9" 5.61 x 3.28m Utility B Bedroom 1 20'9" x 13'4" 6.32 x 4.06m Bedroom 1 20'9" x 13'4" 6.32 x 4.06m First Floor 6 9'9" x 8'3" B

7 Viewing: By appointment through Rettie & Co, 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh EH3 6DH. Tel: Misrepresentations: 1. The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent. 2. The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into contract in reliance on the said statements, that he has satisfied himself as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property. 3. Any error, omission or mis-statement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action. Particulars prepared July 2017 First Issue 7

8 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6DH Edinburgh Glasgow Melrose Berwick Upon Tweed Newcastle Upon Tyne London

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