* Freehold
* Ground floor retirement flat in a desirable location
* Hallway with good storage
* Generous lounge with kitchen off
* Spacious double bedroom
* Three - piece shower - room
* Electric heating & double glazing
Easily manageable ground floor flat quietly located to the rear of this
retirement complex in the heart of Portobello and therefore boasting a wide
and varied range of local amenities and facilities on the door - step. The main
building itself is a handsome converted former church, with later extension to
the rear adding to it's capacity.
The flat is entered off a well kept shared passageway with secure entry and
comprises reception hall with two large storage cupboards, lounge/dining room
with fitted kitchen off, double bedroom and shower room.
Electric heating and double glazing should help ensure a warm yet cost
effective home.
Residents benefits from: Security entry and CCTV24/7/; 365 emergency care
alarm system; use of residents’ lounge; wheelchair access; a bookable guest
suite; and a private residents car park adjacent.
Residents must be at least 55 years old individually, or 55 and 60 as a
couple. There is an annual maintenance charge, which includes Building
Insurance. Maintenance of the whole property is managed by factors and there
is a parttime house manager.
James Gibb are the current appointed factor.
Located approximately three miles northeast of the city centre, the desirable
suburb of Portobello enjoys the best of both worlds: A quaint seaside ambience
with the perks of city life right on its doorstep. Set beside a long sandy
beach and promenade, within sight of Arthur's Seat and within minutes of the
picturesque East Lothian countryside, it is easy to understand why this is one
of the capitals most popular postcodes!
The area is served by a fantastic range of local services and amenities, with
more extensive shopping facilities available in Musselburgh or Fort Kinnaird
just a short drive away. Or for a more local, traditional shopping experience,
the bustling High Street is lined with a charming array of shops, including
cafés, restaurants, galleries, independent retailers, bakers, butchers, and
greengrocers.
For sport and fitness enthusiasts, Portobello Swim Centre boasts swimming
facilities, a well - equipped gym, and a varied programme of fitness classes, as
well as Edinburgh’s only public authentic Turkish Baths. Portobello offers a
superb choice of schools in both the public and private sector. The area is
extremely popular with commuters owing to its excellent public transport links
into the city centre, as well as its proximity to Edinburgh City Bypass and
the A1.
EPC rating: D
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