Parkview 1 PITTVILLE STREET EDINBURGH

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1 Parkview 1 PITTVILLE STREET EDINBURGH

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3 A substantial and elegant Victorian townhouse in the popular residential area of Portobello. The property boasts a prime seaside location overlooking Abercorn Park and combines stunning original features with contemporary décor, high end fixtures and fittings, far reaching views over the Firth of Forth and superb local amenities. Parkview 1 Pittville Street EDINBURGH 3

4 Accommodation Ground Floor Entrance Vestibule First Floor Drawing Room, Study/Playroom, Family Room, Kitchen/Dining Room, Double Bedroom, Family Bathroom Second Floor Four Bedrooms, Shower Room, Laundry/Utility Room, Former Maids Room/Study, Stairs to Roof Terrace Outside space Courtyard Garden to the Front, Secure Bike Shed, Potting Shed, Roof Terrace SITUATION: Pittville Street is situated in the heart of Portobello, a desirable suburb several miles east of Edinburgh city centre, which is renowned for its village atmosphere; promenade and sandy beach. The area boasts a wonderfully eclectic range of shops, bars, bistros and artisan cafés. There are a number of recreational facilities in close proximity including Portobello Sailing Kayaking and Rowing Club; highly regarded gym facilities and restored Victorian and Turkish Baths at Portobello Swim Centre; Bingham, Rosefield and Abercorn parks; Portobello Golf Course; Joppa Tennis Courts and a number of coastal and semi rural walkways. The area is well served by Sainsbury s Local and Aldi supermarkets and a wealth of independent shops on Portobello High Street as well as a monthly Farmers Market. Fort Kinnaird is a short drive away and boasts an array of high street stores, restaurants, a large Marks & Spencer and a multiscreen cinema. Pittville Street is in the catchment area for Towerbank Primary and the recently redeveloped Portobello High School; both of which are highly regarded for their facilities. In the private sector, Loretto School is in close proximity. Pittville Street boasts easy access to numerous frequent bus services; the A1 and City Bypass, Edinburgh International Airport and central Scotland s motorway network. Waverley station can be reached in 10-minutes from nearby Brunstane railway station. DESCRIPTION: Parkview, 1 Pittville Street is an exceptionally bright and spacious Victorian townhouse which occupies a corner plot just one street back from Portobello beachfront and overlooking the beautifully landscaped gardens of Abercorn Park. The property has undergone a sympathetic renovation, including rewiring, replumbing and restoring the sash windows; and boasts a wealth of period features including high ceilings, original fireplaces and decorative cornicing; a luxurious newly completed German designed kitchen; contemporary fixtures and fittings; an impressive roof terrace with far reaching views of the Firth of Forth and three floors of flexible, family friendly accommodation as follows: Ground Floor: The front door opens in to a spacious vestibule with original terrazzo tiled floor and a wide carpeted staircase which leads to the first floor accommodation. First Floor: Bright and spacious landing with feature archways and two large walk-in cupboards. Impressive double aspect drawing room which boasts a large bay window overlooking Abercorn Park; beautifully restored cornicing, ceiling rose and wall panelling; two large sash windows; feature fireplace with slate hearth and woodburning stove. 4

5 A door leads from the drawing room to a useful study/playroom which is currently used as a craft room and which also overlooks the park. Spacious family room with double sash windows to the front of the property and original fireplace. Stunning and stylish newly completed kitchen/dining room which boasts two large sash windows with working shutters, beautifully restored cornicing and a spacious dining area. The kitchen features a range of bespoke handle-less Pronorm wall and base units in silver brown and metallic cubanit; silestone worktops and metallic splashbacks; slate effect Karndean flooring with underfloor heating; integrated appliances including Siemens fan assisted and combi/microwave ovens, induction hob, dishwasher and freestanding American style fridge freezer; large central island with space for breakfast bar seating; Blanco double sink and tap; contemporary column radiator and designer pendant lights. Spacious double bedroom with large sash window, working shutters and far reaching views over the Firth of Forth; brightly painted woodwork, traditional laundry pulley and stylish wall lights. Contemporary family bathroom featuring a double ended bath with rainfall shower above; Vitra countertop wash hand basin; honed travertine wall and floor tiles; Villeroy & Boch anti-mist mirror; Vitra mirrored storage cabinet; heated towel rail and WC. Second Floor: A wide carpeted stair with wrought iron and antique oak balustrade and vintage feature wall leads to a spacious landing which is flooded with light from a domed ceiling cupola and skylight window. The landing features a high, decorative plasterwork ceiling and two walk-in storage cupboards. Beautifully decorated and atmospheric double aspect master bedroom with feature windows and working shutters, an open outlook over Abercorn Park, alcove shelving and two built in storage cupboards. Double bedroom with attractive ceiling coving, Edinburgh Press cupboard, built in storage and useful wash hand basin. 5

6 CUPPOLA 8'5 x 3'9 (2.57m x 1.14m) TO LOFT ROOF TERRACE 17'8 x 15'8 (5.38m x 4.78m) THIRD FLOOR GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 42 SQ FT / 3.9 SQ M 19'6 x 14'3 (5.94m x 4.34m) 12'10 x 8'7 (3.91m x 2.62m) SECOND FLOOR GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 1366 SQ FT / SQ M DRAWING ROOM 22'10 x 14'3 (6.96m x 4.34m) 15'5 x 13'6 (4.70m x 4.11m) FAMILY ROOM 15'5 x 14'3 (4.70m x 4.34m) STUDY 8'10 x 7'11 (2.69m x 2.41m) UP KITCHEN / DINING ROOM 18'10 x 14'4 (5.74m x 4.37m) LAUNDRY / KITCHENETTE 14'5 x 12'9 (4.39m x 3.89m) 15'2 x 14'8 (4.62m x 4.47m) Double bedroom to the rear of the property featuring alcove shelving and built-in cabinetry; a restored sash window and peaceful outlook over gardens towards the Firth of Forth. Fifth bedroom which also overlooks Abercorn Park and features an original fireplace, working shutters and restored ceiling coving. Contemporary shower room with walk-in rainfall shower unit, stylish vanity unit with wash hand basin, anti-mist mirror, designer wall covering and WC. Laundry/utility room with plentiful storage units, traditional laundry pulley, washing machine and space/plumbing for tumble drier, large under stair cupboard and access to additional loft storage. Stairs lead up from the utility room to the roof terrace. The utility room also leads to the former Maids Room which is currently used as a study and has the potential for redevelopment into a guest annexe/ bedroom and bathroom. Outdoor Space: The property is accessed through a front courtyard garden bordered by matures shrubs and hedges; with a secure bike shed and access to a potting shed. Impressive roof terrace accessed from the utility room on the second floor and boasting panoramic views of the Firth of Forth and Fife to the north and the hills of East Lothian to the south. Architects plans have been drawn up to replace the roof terrace with a glass walled structure which would be a stunning addition to the property. Further details available through the vendors. IN UP STUDY / 13'6 x 8'7 (4.11m x 2.62m) UP 14'10 x 9'8 (4.52m x 2.95m) 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. GROUND FLOOR GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 117 SQ FT / 10.9 SQ M FIRST FLOOR GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 1427 SQ FT / SQ M PITTVILLE STREET NOT TO SCALE - FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY APPROXIMATE GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 2952 SQ FT / SQ M All measurements and fixtures including doors and windows are approximate and should be independently verified. Copyright exposure Services: Gas central heating, mains water, drainage, gas and electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers regulations). Postcode EH15 2BZ Outgoings: Council Tax Band Category: G EPC: D 6

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 June 2018 First Issue 7

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