Flat 109, 1 Donaldson Drive
, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH12 5FA

Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH12 5FA
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£795,000

House

Penthouse Apartment

Bed

2 Bedrooms

Bathroom

2 Bathrooms

Reception

1 Reception Room

Size

1,256 sq.ft

Parking

Underground Parking

Telephone

Property Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse apartment with allocated parking, private terrace and bell tower access; forming part of a full renovation and refurbishment of the Donaldson’s School, an iconic Category ‘A’ listed Victorian building designed by the famous architect William Playfair between 1842 and 1851 and an enormously important part of the city’s architectural heritage. Presented to the market in immaculate condition, this wonderful property is a real gem and would appeal to those seeking a luxurious and secure apartment within walking distance to Edinburgh’s city centre.

Situated on the second floor of the building oozing history and grandeur, this hideaway apartment is spacious yet cosy meeting every contemporary need to the highest quality. The property comprises entrance hallway with fitted storage and space for home office working, fully equipped kitchen benefitting from integrated Siemens appliances open plan sitting/dining room offering direct access to the private south facing terrace through sliding doors, ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. There is a principal bedroom benefitting from fitted wardrobe storage and ensuite shower room, a second double bedroom, and bathroom completing the space.

City & Country, the developers have left no stone unturned in the sympathetic and meticulous restoration of this building and its extensive grounds including both morning and afternoon terraces, arboretum gardens and two secure allocated parking spaces in the underground garage, one of the spaces with EV charging point. The residence further benefits from sumptuous drawing rooms, full concierge service, video entry phone system as well as the most beautifully designed interior areas.

Summary Of Accommodation

Shared Entrance and Communal Stair with Secure Video Phone Entry System and Lift Service

Entrance Hall with Fitted Storage Cupboards, Open Plan Sitting Room/Dining Room and Kitchen, Principal Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room, Double Bedroom Two, Bathroom
Private South Facing Terrace with access to Bell Tower

Residents’ Gardens, Morning and Afternoon Terrace, Courtyard and Arboretum Gardens
Two Allocated Parking Spaces in Secure Underground Garage, one with EV Charging Point

More Details

EPC: B
CT Band: G
Tenure: Freehold

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