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Flat 2, 18 Firrhill Drive, Edinburgh, EH13 9ET

Set within a quiet and popular residential area, this well-presented two-bedroom ground floor flat at 18/2 Firrhill Drive offers a bright and functional living space, ideal for first-time buyers, investors, or anyone looking to downsize.

The property opens into a welcoming hallway giving access to all rooms. A spacious living room enjoys excellent natural light from large glass doors that open directly onto a private garden, perfect for outdoor seating.

There are two well-proportioned bedrooms, offering flexible accommodation for a main bedroom, guest room, or a dedicated home office. The separate kitchen is neat and functional, with plenty of cupboard space, and the bathroom features a clean, modern white suite with an over-bath shower.

Set on the ground floor within a well-maintained block, the property also benefits from good transport links, on street parking and easy access to local amenities including shops, schools, and green spaces.

Well-presented and move-in ready, Flat 2, Firhill Drive is a great opportunity to own a comfortable home in a well-connected part of Edinburgh.

2/5 Christian Crescent, Edinburgh, EH15 3AE

This spacious second floor flat is located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Brunstane, in the East of Edinburgh.

The accommodation comprises: a hallway welcoming you into the property, a spacious living/dining room, a bright kitchen with plenty of storage space, 2 double bedrooms and a bathroom with white 3-piece suite and a shower above the bath.

The property also offers a partially floored loft space offering good storage and an additional storage cupboard located on the ground floor of the communal stairs.

There is both a private garden and a communal drying green.

The property benefits from gas central heating and double glazing. Unrestricted on street parking is available.

The property is close to local green spaces with Portobello Golf Course right on the doorstep. Joppa Quarry Park and Donkeyfield Community Orchard are also within easy reach.

The location is a short journey away from Fort Kinnaird and the Jewel and there are local shops and amenities nearby.

Brunstane is a residential area located in the south-eastern part of Edinburgh, Scotland. It’s situated between the areas of Portobello and Joppa, and is primarily a quiet, suburban neighbourhood, popular with families and those looking for a peaceful living environment while still being close to the city’s amenities. The area is well-connected to the rest of Edinburgh, with good transport links, including Brunstane railway station, which provides direct access to the city centre and other parts of the city. It’s also close to major roads like the A1, making it easily accessible by car. Brunstane itself is largely made up of residential properties, including both traditional housing and modern developments. The surrounding area is generally green, with parks and open spaces nearby, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The proximity to Portobello Beach also makes it attractive to people who enjoy coastal walks or seaside leisure. The neighbourhood is quite peaceful and has a more suburban, less hectic vibe compared to some of Edinburgh’s more central areas, but it’s still relatively close to the city’s amenities, schools, and shops. It offers a balance of tranquillity and convenience, making it an appealing option for those who want to live near the city but not in the middle of it.

40/1 Redbraes Place, Edinburgh, EH7 4LL

A stone’s throw from Pilrig Park and St Mark’s Park, with bustling Leith Walk and the Edinburgh Tram stop on Balfour Street within easy reach, this generously proportioned one-bedroom apartment will appeal to first-time buyers and investors alike. On the first floor of a mid-terrace building, the front door opens into an attractive entrance hall with handsome wooden flooring and storage. From here you enter a bright and airy south-west facing living room. Flooded with natural light thanks to twin windows, this is a relaxing space boasting handsome wooden flooring, built-in storage, and a calm colour palette, it also has a spacious layout allowing for dining. Adjoining the living room and accessed via a sliding four-panel oak door is the modern kitchen. Well-appointed, sleek gloss white and grey wall and floor units complement grey metro brick splashback, wooden worktops, and a unique tiled floor. Integrated appliances include a five-ring gas hob, oven, and extractor hood with ample floor space for freestanding goods. Returning to the hallway and the double bedroom adjacent to the living room benefits from an abundance of natural light and a generous footprint allowing for a versatile furniture configuration. The modern bathroom which completes the internal accommodation has a white towel radiator and a three-piece white suite comprising of a bath with a wall-mounted shower, WC, and a circular countertop washbasin. Externally the property enjoys access to a shared green with a lockable shed and on-street parking. Gas central heating and double glazing are fitted throughout to ensure optimum comfort and efficiency. The property is close to local shops and leisure amenities including Leith Victoria Swim Centre. 

Historic Leith is a vibrant, and thriving community with an array of leisure, dining, and retail amenities and only a short distance from Edinburgh’s City Centre. Minutes from the property is scenic Pilrig Park, whilst St Mark’s Park on the Water of Leith is also within walking distance. Fashionable restaurants and bars are in abundance on Leith Walk and the cosmopolitan waterfront Shore boasts Michelin-starred Martin Wishart’s, The King’s Wark, and Fishers. Excellent leisure amenities include Leith Victoria Swim Centre; David Lloyd at Newhaven with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, fitness classes, and a state-of-the-art gym; and The Omni Centre which has a VUE Cinema and Nuffield Health Fitness and Wellbeing Gym.  St James Quarter, the City’s world-class shopping, dining, and leisure destination in the East End houses eighty retailers and over thirty restaurants. Daily shopping needs are met by a range of convenience stores, and independent retailers, and there is a Lidl on Newkirkgate and a Tesco on Duke Street. Superb transport links mean that regular bus and tram services take you swiftly into the City Centre, Waverley Train Station, and onto Edinburgh International Airport.

27 Assynt Bank, Penicuik, Midlothian, EH26 8JN

CLOSING DATE SET: Friday 25th February at 12 noon.

Nestled within an established residential development in popular Penicuik, this three-bedroom end of terrace villa is exceptionally bright and spacious, and with desirable outside space, offers a wonderful family home over two levels. Set along one side of a central green, the property is positioned behind a low-maintenance front garden, the front door opens into a generous hall that immediately exudes a warm, homely ambience. On the ground floor the accommodation has a semi-open plan layout – perfect for modern family life. On the right is a well proportioned lounge and dining room, enjoying a dual aspect from front to rear. There is a wealth of space for various seating arrangements, including a dining table seating up to six to eight. Conveniently positioned next to the dining area is the south-facing kitchen, a particularly bright space, with half glazed back door opening onto the south facing garden. White ‘shaker’ style cabinets provide ample storage and worksurfaces, with scope for freestanding appliances. Continuing upstairs onto the airy landing, the property boasts two delightful double bedrooms – one with built-in wardrobes and a single bedroom. Finally, a contemporary three-piece shower room, comprising a glass/chrome enclosure, a wall-mounted vanity with basin, chrome towel-radiator and a WC. The landing also provides hatch access to attic space. Gas central heating and double glazing is fitted throughout. Externally, along with the easy maintenance front garden, the property enjoys an enclosed rear garden, benefiting from all day sun. There is ample unrestricted on-street parking available.

Penicuik is a thriving town, situated approx. 9 miles south of Edinburgh city centre. Due to it’s proximity to Edinburgh, it has become popular with commuters. It shelters beneath the south eastern slopes of the Pentland Hills and lies along the northern bank of the River North Esk. Local amenities are what you would expect from a large town, high street names, mixed with independent shops, and a large Tesco store, There are several primary schools, two secondary, a library and rejuvenated leisure centre with swimming pool. The town offers a wide variety of cafes, bars and restaurants, for your entertainment. Surrounded by countryside, an excellent choice of outdoor activities are available, fabulous walks in the Penicuik Estate, surrounding the historic Penicuik House, the Pentlands Regional Park, includes walking, mountain biking, horse riding, the dry ski slope and a number of golf courses, with the local Glencorse Golf Club, a 5 minute journey. On the outskirts of Penicuik is the Bush Estate, which now comprises, the Edinburgh Science Park, Moredun Institute and the Easter Bush campus of Edinburgh University. Ideally placed for visiting the capital of Scotland and its attractions, it is serviced by a regular 10 minute bus service operating into the city, the city by pass is within easy reach and the Scottish Borders are easily accessible by car or bus service.

17/2 Rossie Place, Edinburgh, EH7 5SD

!!!!!!!!! CLOSING DATE 30.03.2023 AT 12PM !!!!!!! Quietly positioned in a peaceful cul-de-sac bordering the picturesque Abbeyhill Colonies, this is a bright and well-presented one-bedroom traditional apartment in move-in condition. Located on the basement level of a secure sandstone tenement with a shared rear garden, the front door opens into an inviting carpeted hallway with neutral décor and eye-catching oak panel doors, leading to all accommodations. A light-filled and spacious living/dining room benefits from rear garden views and features built-in mirrored storage which adds to the feeling of openness. The fresh interior with a statement accent wall, shelved Edinburgh press, unique arch, and plush grey carpeting make it a most appealing room for entertaining friends or simply relaxing. Adjacent to this comfortable and homely space is the thoughtfully designed kitchen. Modern and well-proportioned it boasts attractive oak effect wall and floor units, stylish black brick effect splashback tiling and grey-speckled worktops. Integrated appliances include a gas hob and oven with room for freestanding additions. Across the hall lies a sunny double bedroom with a large window peacefully overlooking the rear garden. A good-sized room there is space for freestanding furniture, and its pleasant interior design features a statement accent wall set against a crisp white décor and grey carpeting. Situated beside the bedroom is a separate WC with white tongue and groove panelling and a partially glazed door. Completing the property is a tiled white bathroom with washbasin and wall-mounted shower-over-bath. It also features unique built-in shelving, ideal for additional storage. A private and secure store/utility room for the home is located in the communal hallway and is an excellent space for storing household items, bikes etc. The shared rear garden is well-kept with lawn and drying areas and makes for a welcome retreat, and there is free on-street parking to the front. Gas central heating and double glazing ensure a warm and efficient home throughout the year. 

 

Moments from the city centre including the recently opened retail and entertainment destination St James Quarter, Abbeyhill is a highly popular residential area in Edinburgh. The property’s fantastic location just off bustling Easter Road means it benefits from an array of cafés, retailers, bars, and restaurants. There is further excellent shopping available on nearby Leith Walk and at Meadowbank Retail Park with its Sainsbury’s supermarket. Recreational opportunities include the new Meadowbank Sports Centre with multi-purpose gyms, running tracks, games halls and more, which is just over a ten-minute walk. The scenic expanse of Holyrood Park and Arthur’s Seat are twenty minutes away on foot and are perfect for cycling, running, or walking. The Omni to the east end of London Road houses a multiplex VUE cinema and a variety of popular eateries including Cosmo, The Playfair and Boom Battle Bar. Superb transport links mean that regular bus services take you into the city centre in less than ten minutes. Waverley Station is easily reached and the tram extension at Elm Row will offer swift transport to Edinburgh International Airport in the summer of 2023.

7 3f2 Stewart Terrace, Edinburgh, EH11 1UT

** LANDLORDS ONLY – SOLD WITH SITTING TENANT ** Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern living in this delightful one-bedroom tenement flat, ideally situated on the third floor in the heart of Gorgie, Edinburgh.

This well-maintained property offers an inviting and contemporary space, perfect for investors looking for a solid rental opportunity.

The flat is sold with a sitting tenant paying £750 a month, providing immediate rental income.

The heart of this home is its stylish open plan kitchen, thoughtfully designed to maximize space and functionality. It features sleek cabinetry, quality appliances, and ample countertop space, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.

The well-appointed bathroom is a bright and airy space, fitted with modern fixtures and a clean, fresh aesthetic, providing the perfect place to unwind after a long day.

The spacious double bedroom is a serene retreat, offering plenty of room for relaxation and storage.

Additionally, residents can enjoy the benefits of a shared garden, providing a lovely outdoor space for leisure and socializing.

This charming flat is a rare find in a sought-after location, offering a wonderful investment opportunity in the vibrant city of Edinburgh.

 

Stewart Terrace is located in the popular residential area of Gorgie, approximately 1.5 miles from Edinburgh’s City Centre. Frequent bus services provide swift access in and around the city, connecting quickly to Napier and Heriot-Watt Universities. Haymarket Train Station and Murrayfield Tram Stop are also within reasonable walking distance. The location is ideal for commuters, with the city bypass just a short drive away, linking Scotland’s main central

motorway network system. There is an abundance of excellent amenities on the doorstep, including an Aldi, a large Sainsbury’s, and a variety of specialist shops, cafes, and bars. A good range of leisure facilities are also within easy reach, including The Gym, Pure Gym, and Fountain Park, which features Cineworld, Nuffield Health, Genting Casino, Tenpin bowling alley, Gravity Trampoline Park, and a range of restaurants. Additionally, Harrison Park and the Union Canal are in close proximity.

10 Kennington Avenue, Loanhead, EH20 9HZ

This spacious lower villa is located in Loanhead, a popular town in Midlothain close to convenient local amenities and a variety of high street retailers at Straiton Retail Park. The accommodation comprises; entrance hall, bright and spacious living room, a kitchen that has space for a breakfast bar, two good sized bedrooms and a three piece bathroom. Further features include gas central heating, double glazing, private garden area and a driveway provides off street parking.

137 Elizabeth Drive, Bathgate, EH48 1HT

Welcome to 137 Elizabeth Drive, a charming two bedroom end-terraced house nestled in the highly sought-after Boghall area of Bathgate. This delightful home offers a perfect blend of comfort, space, and scenic views, making it an ideal choice for both families and professionals.

Upon arrival, you are greeted by a generously sized driveway, providing ample parking space for multiple cars, alongside a well-maintained front and back garden. The property also features a spacious garage and shed offering additional storage. Step inside to discover a warm and inviting living room, perfect for relaxing with family and friends. The gas fireplace adds a cosy touch, making it the heart of the home. The adjoining dining kitchen offers plenty of space for meal preparation and dining. This area is perfect for entertaining or enjoying a quiet meal while overlooking the serene back garden.

Upstairs, the property boasts two large double bedrooms, both bright and airy, providing a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. The bathroom is well-appointed, offering all the essentials for modern living. One of the standout features of this property is the unobstructed views over the countryside from the rear, offering a sense of tranquillity and space that is hard to find. The south facing back garden provides an ideal setting for outdoor relaxation, gardening, or kid’s activities.

Bathgate, a historic market town surrounded by scenic countryside, offers the charm of country living with quick access to both Edinburgh and Glasgow.

The town centre features a variety of local amenities, while nearby Livingston provides even more shopping options. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the proximity to Beecraigs and Polkemmet Country Parks, offering activities like hiking, cycling, and nature watching. For fitness and culture, Xcite Bathgate offers excellent facilities, and the Reconnect Regal Theatre hosts events throughout the year.

Bathgate boasts excellent schools and easy commuting with close links to the M8/M9 motorways, making Edinburgh and Glasgow easily accessible by car or train.

255/3 West Granton Road, Edinburgh, EH5 1HZ

Lovely two bedroom upper villa, in popular Granton, close to Granton Harbour and just 3 miles north-west of the city centre. This property offers spacious accommodation, set around a central hall. At the end of the hall, is a spacious lounge and dining room, leading off the lounge there is a sunny south facing ‘galley’ kitchen, overlooking the shared garden. The two double bedrooms are very well proportioned – the larger boasts fitted wardrobes and there is a stylish bathroom with over bath shower. Externally, there is a shared drying green to rear, along with a private garden plot.

Granton sits beside the banks of the Firth of Forth, north of Edinburgh city centre and is part of Edinburgh’s large waterfront rejuvenation programme. It has a harbour, housing two yacht clubs, the Royal Forth and the Forth Corinthian. Local amenities can be found on West Granton Road, with a large Morrisons store. Both within easy reach are; Leith and the Ocean Terminal shopping centre – to the east, or to the west is Craigleith Retail Park. Additional recreational facilities, include the Ainslie Park Leisure centre (with swimming pool) and a Pure gym. Fabulous walks can be found along the promenade at Silverknowes which takes you along to the pretty village of Crammond.

An Edinburgh College campus is close by and there are excellent transport links, with a choice of regular bus services, taking you to the city and and surrounding areas.

To find out more, or to arrange a viewing, please call 07515063057 or email laura@monarch-realestate.co.uk.

Flat 6, 182 The High Street, Dalkeith EH22 1AY

Set on the High Street, in popular Dalkeith, this one bed top (third) flat, boasts stunning views from the front and rear. Having been successfully let for a number of years, this would suit the buy-to-let market or would suit the first-time buyer, with great proportions and storage.

From the High Street, access is at the rear through a gated vennel, a well presented carpeted communal stair takes you to the top floor. The accommodation consists of a hallway, an open plan living room and kitchen, a double bedroom and a three piece bathroom. The living room features a deep dormer window and a feature cast iron fireplace. There are two cupboards in the hallway, the larger is plumbed in for a washing machine. Gas central heating and double glazing is fitted throughout.