10 10/2 FORRES STREET EDINBURGH
10/2 Forres Street Edinburgh A well-preserved original Georgian apartment in a spectacular situation overlooking the iconic Moray Place Gardens.
Accommodation Second floor Kitchen, dining room, sitting room, three bedrooms, bathroom, extensive storage. Outside Space Two dry-lined under pavement cellars with an electric supply. SITUATION: Forres Street is situated in Edinburgh s New Town within Lord Moray s Feu with all the attendant history and grandeur associated with the area. Moray Place, Forres St and the surrounding streets with the Lord Moray s Feu benefit from restricted vehicle access which contributes to the peaceful and quiet location in spite of being within five minutes or so of the heart of Edinburgh. Princes Street and George Street are a short walk away as are the delicatessens and artisan boutiques of nearby Broughton Street, and Stockbridge. These areas are also served by a wealth of pubs, bistros and restaurants as well as a Waitrose supermarket in nearby Comely Bank. Despite being so close to the centre of town, there is ample green space in the beautiful Botanical Gardens and Inverleith Park, whilst Forres Street is also close to the foot and cycle paths of the Water of Leith. There is right of access to the Moray Place gardens and Bank Gardens subject to the payment of a small annual fee and also access is available to many of the other New Town s private gardens subject to the agreement of the appropriate key holders. Nearby there is a huge variety of public transport as well as excellent state and private school provision, local sports clubs such as the Grange Club and the Drumsheugh Baths Club which was founded in 1860. In addition a number of Edinburgh s premier Golf Clubs are within a short drive. There are a number of excellent children s Nurseries in the immediate vicinity. DESCRIPTION: 10/2 Forres Street is a rare example of a purpose-built, Georgian, mid-floor corner flat combining stunning, distinctive Edinburgh views, beautiful period features (including the original ash soundproofing) and fully refurbished sash and case windows and 11ft high ceilings throughout. The property is accessed via a traditional, flagstone stairwell with mahogany and wrought iron banisters and retains the original brass door openers.
An inner front door with fanlight and glazed panels opens into an open hallway with carpet concealing the original flagstones. The hallway has several cupboards including a cloak cupboard, storage cupboard and airing cupboard. The dining room is a magnificent space with a Watt s of Westminster Bird Mitford wallpaper adding an authenticity to this fine period room, showcasing decorative cornicing, original pine floorboards and 11ft high ceilings. There are two sash and case windows with working shutters, stripped pine architraves, panelling, a gas fire with black marble mantlepiece and extensive library shelving. Breakfasting kitchen with a selection of floor and wall-mounted units, Neff double oven, utility room, shelved larder and large mezzanine storage cupboards spanning the perimeter of the kitchen. Stunning living room with two large sash and case windows overlooking Moray Place Gardens. These windows have upholstered window seats to enjoy this classical Edinburgh view as well as handsome cornicing and a deep press cupboard. This elegant room has a gas fire with the original Georgian timber mantelpiece and decorative grate. Generous, secluded bedroom with large sash and case windows with working shutters offering an aspect onto the neighbouring gardens. This room has a painted marble fireplace and open, shelved press. Two further double bedrooms with views over the gardens one with a press cupboard. Tiled bathroom with bath, WC and wash hand basin. Separate En Suite Shower room 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: Electric storage heating, Mains water, drainage, gas and electricity, telephone (subject to BT regulations). Cable Broad band Services provided by Virgin Media.
DRAWING ROOM 23'3 x 17'4 (7.09m x 5.28m) BEDROOM 13'6 x 7'6 (4.11m x 2.29m) BEDROOM 13'7 x 12'6 (4.14m x 3.81m) LAUNDRY PANTRY KITCHEN 12'10 x 11'8 (3.91m x 3.56m) IN BEDROOM 14'3 x 13'2 (4.34m x 4.01m) SITTING ROOM / DINING ROOM 23'1 x 17'7 (7.04m x 5.36m) SECOND FLOOR GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 1922 SQ FT / 178.6 SQ M FORRES STREET NOT TO SCALE - FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY APPROXIMATE GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 1922 SQ FT / 178.6 SQ M All measurements and fixtures including doors and windows are approximate and should be independently verified. Copyright exposure www.photographyandfloorplans.co.uk
Postcode EH3 6BJ Outgoings: Council Tax Band Category: G EPC: G Viewing: By appointment through Rettie & Co, 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh EH3 6DH. Tel: 0131 220 4160. 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 September 2017 First Issue
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