Summary - Donaldson Drive, EH12 5FA EH12 5FA
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Concierge-led central living with rare onsite parking and sweeping communal grounds.
Prestigious Donaldson estate with concierge and extensive communal facilities
Allocated secure underground parking included
Compact one-bedroom layout — approx. 383 sq ft (small overall size)
Listed building status — may restrict alterations and complicate works
Underfloor heating and integrated kitchen appliances for modern living
Open-plan living with good natural light; efficient storage in hallway
Large landscaped communal gardens and dedicated resident terraces
Area classified as deprived locally — consider wider location factors
Set within the landmark Donaldson estate, this compact one-bedroom flat delivers a city-centre address with exceptional communal facilities. Residents benefit from concierge service, extensive landscaped grounds, a boutique Club Room and secure underground parking — rare conveniences for central Edinburgh living.
The apartment’s interior is efficiently planned: an open-plan kitchen and lounge, a double bedroom with internal glazed detail, and a tiled shower room with steam feature. Underfloor heating and integrated appliances add modern comfort. Large communal rooms and high Gothic Revival ceilings in the main building contribute to a distinctive historic setting.
Buyers should factor in the property’s modest footprint (approximately 383 sq ft) and its listed status, which may limit alterations and complicate renovations. The home is well suited to a professional seeking a low-maintenance city base, a buy-to-let investor targeting central demand, or anyone prioritising concierge-led living and onsite amenities over expansive private space.
Practical positives include allocated secure underground parking and excellent mobile and broadband connectivity. However, the listed nature and communal living model mean ongoing management arrangements and potential restrictions on changes; viewings will most benefit those who value location and services above room size.
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