Property Details: - Type: Apartment - Bedrooms: 3 - Bathrooms: 1
Agent: Rettie & Co - Edinburgh Sales Phone: 0131 268 1279
Situated in the heart of Edinburgh's prestigious New Town, 1 Gloucester Place presents a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional main door apartment in one of the capital's most sought-after addresses. Occupying the entire ground floor of an elegant Georgian building, this substantial home extends to approximately 2,680 sq ft and offers the ease and practicality of single-level living, while retaining the grandeur and timeless character synonymous with Edinburgh's finest period properties.<br/><br/>Accessed via it’s own private main door at no. 1 Gloucester Place, the property immediately impresses with an elegant vestibule and welcoming reception hall, setting the tone for the generous accommodation beyond. Beautifully proportioned throughout, the flat is awash with original period features including soaring ceilings, intricate cornicing, decorative marble fireplaces, deep skirtings, working shutters and magnificent sash and case windows that flood the principal rooms with natural light while perfectly framing the property's classical Georgian proportions.<br/><br/>The accommodation has been thoughtfully arranged to provide an excellent balance of formal entertaining space and comfortable everyday living. To the front of the property, the magnificent dual-aspect sitting room is an outstanding reception space, complemented by an equally impressive formal dining room, both offering exceptional dimensions and an abundance of period charm. To the rear, the spacious dine-in kitchen provides an excellent social hub, with ample space for family life and entertaining alike.<br/><br/>There are two exceptionally generous double bedrooms, both offering impressive proportions rarely found in modern homes, alongside a beautifully appointed family bathroom and a separate WC. The well-designed layout provides excellent flexibility, with the potential for purchasers to tailor the accommodation to suit their individual lifestyle requirements, subject to any necessary consents. Of particular note are two substantial additional storerooms, accessed via the original internal staircase to the lower ground level. These versatile spaces provide excellent and practical storage, a rare and valuable feature in a city centre property.<br/><br/>Properties of this calibre are seldom available, combining the convenience of true ground floor, single-level living with the privacy and independence of a main door entrance. The remarkable scale of the accommodation, coupled with its wealth of retained Georgian features and highly desirable location, creates a home of outstanding character and distinction.<br/><br/>Gloucester Place is widely regarded as one of Edinburgh's most desirable residential addresses, quietly positioned within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the New Town. Residents enjoy immediate access to the boutiques, cafés and restaurants of Stockbridge, George Street and the city centre, together with the open green spaces of Inverleith Park, the Royal Botanic Garden and the Water of Leith Walkway. Excellent transport links, highly regarded schools and a wealth of cultural amenities are all within easy reach, making this a truly exceptional city residence.<br/><br/>Ground Floor Accommodation:<br/>Private main door, entrance vestibule, central flagstone hall, dual aspect drawing room, third bedroom/ formal dining room, kitchen, pantry, large hall coat closet, WC, second bedroom, Principal bedroom, family bathroom. <br/><br/>Lower Ground:<br/>Two large store rooms<br/><br/>Outside space:<br/>The property benefits from on street permit parking, and enjoys access to the highly desirable residents’ gardens at India Street and Royal Circus.<br/><br/>Location<br/><br/>The property is just a short stroll from Stockbridge, a vibrant neighbourhood known for its independent cafés, specialist food shops, Sunday market, and relaxed village atmosphere. To the east, George Street and Princes Street are within easy walking distance, offering designer boutiques, luxury department stores, and an outstanding choice of restaurants, bars, and cultural venues.<br/><br/>For leisure and the outdoors, residents have access (by subscription) to some of Edinburgh’s finest private gardens, offering secluded green space in the heart of the city. In addition, Inverleith Park, the Water of Leith walkway, and the world-renowned Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh are all within easy reach.<br/><br/>Cultural attractions such as the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, the National Galleries of Scotland, the Usher Hall, and the Traverse Theatre are all close by. Transport links are excellent, with Waverley Station around a 15-minute walk, Edinburgh’s tram network and regular bus services connecting throughout the city, and Edinburgh Airport just 25 minutes away by car or tram.<br/><br/>The area is also well served by some of Edinburgh’s most highly regarded schools in both the public and private sectors, including The Edinburgh Academy, Fettes College, Erskine Stewart’s Melville Schools, and St George’s School for Girls.<br/><br/>EPC Rating: D<br/>Council Tax Band: H<br/>Tenure: Freehold<br/><br/>Viewing by appointment only. <br/><br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>EPC Rating: D<br/>Council Tax Band: H<br/>
