A charming and substantial five bedroom terraced home with a private garden in Newington, that would now benefit from a degree of modernisation
Description
10 Ventnor Terrace is a charming south-facing five-bedroom terraced house in Newington, a popular area that is well placed to take advantage of two beautiful private local parks and superb amenities. The accommodation is laid out over two storeys, with the added benefit of a floored loft area accessed via fixed steps, which could be converted into a further bedroom or living space (subject to the necessary consents). There is a private south-facing garden to the front of the property, and a private patio to the rear.
The property is accessed via a welcoming private entrance, with the vestibule area benefiting from Edinburgh tiles and an elaborately engraved glass door with matching glass side panels. This glass and tilework are part of the original 1883 design. There is a spacious hall. The sitting room to the front of the property enjoys lovely features such as ornate cornicing, working shutters, a fireplace and sanded wooden floors.
The living room is a peaceful space that adjoins the kitchen, which features a range of wall and base units and gives access to the rear patio area. The fifth bedroom, formerly the maid’s room, is accessed via stairs from the living room. This room is currently used as a library, but could easily be returned to its original function as a bedroom, or indeed serve as a work space. The ground floor also offers a roomy study/office (originally a dining room), overlooking the rear patio, and this is a flexible and useful space. The living room, hall and study have sanded wooden floors. There is a shower room and lavatory adjoining the living room.
The first floor comprises four bedrooms, three of them double, and one single, plus a family bathroom. Three of these bedrooms have sanded wooden floors; all of them are filled with natural light and enjoy peaceful outlooks. There is an attractive original patterned glass skylight crowning the staircase. Stylish fireplaces are found in several of the rooms, and ornate cornicing is continued throughout this upper floor, further adding to the charm of this splendid home. The loft area, subdivided into two large rooms and well lit, is accessed via fixed steps and offers excellent storage space.
There are ample cupboards on both floors. Planning permission and neighbours' consent is in place for a two-storey extension to the kitchen and the fifth bedroom above it. Architectural drawings are available for whoever buys the property.
The property benefits from both private outdoor space and preferential private access to Waverley Gardens and Ventnor Gardens, both of which offer beautiful outdoor space that is well maintained and located moments away from the property.
Location
Ventnor Terrace is a charming neighbourhood of family houses in a tranquil and secluded location about 1.5 miles from the Royal Mile.
Lying within the Waverley Park Conservation area, it benefits from good local shopping nearby as well as an excellent choice of schools including James Gillespie's, in whose catchment area the house lies, as well as George Heriot’s and George Watson's.
The property is also very convenient (thanks to numerous bus services) for the University of Edinburgh and the Royal Infirmary at Little France.
Recreational facilities within easy reach include Holyrood Park, the Royal Commonwealth Pool and golf courses at Prestonfield and Duddingston.
The house has private access to Waverley Gardens and Ventnor Gardens, with a modest annual payment to cover maintenance for each.
Square Footage: 2,730 sq ft
Additional Info
Council Tax Band is G
