Summary - Lyle Court Lyle Court, Barnton Grove, Edinburgh, EH4 6EZ EH4 6EZ
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Comfortable two-bedroom retirement apartment with extensive communal facilities and concierge support.
Second-floor corner apartment with southerly aspect and Pentland Hills views
Purpose-built retirement development with 24-hour on-site management
One hour domestic assistance included weekly in service charge
High service charge: £12,318.44 per annum (very expensive)
Electric storage heating; potential for higher energy bills
Furthest flat from lift and some communal facilities
Freehold, pet friendly, mobility scooter store and lift access
Accessible bathroom/wet-room with grab rails and emergency pull cords
This well-presented two-bedroom corner apartment at Lyle Court offers comfortable, low-maintenance retirement living with a southerly aspect and views toward the Pentland Hills. Purpose-built for the over-70s, the development provides 24-hour on-site management, an emergency call system, communal dining, residents’ lounge, hair salon and landscaped gardens — amenities that suit someone seeking social convenience and daily support.
The apartment is a practical second-floor home with a bright living room, Juliet balcony, fitted kitchen and two double bedrooms with built-in storage. It is freehold, pet friendly and includes practical features for mobility needs such as a scooter store, lift access and accessible bathroom/wet-room fittings.
Buyers should note material costs: the annual service charge is high at £12,318.44 and council tax is described as quite expensive. The flat is one of the furthest from the ground-floor facilities and restaurant, and heating is by electric storage units, which can be costly. These factors are important for budgeting and lifestyle planning.
Overall, this apartment suits a downsizer seeking a sociable retirement setting with on-site care options and communal facilities, provided they accept the significant ongoing service costs and electric heating setup.
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