Summary - 71/3, CARNBEE AVENUE, EDINBURGH EH16 6GA
Elegant drawing room with marble fireplace and high ceilings
Superb kitchen/dining room, well-presented throughout
Principal bedroom with en-suite; three further double bedrooms
Distinctive turret feature with spiral staircase
Two private off-street parking spaces; access to private woodland
B‑listed status — will cause planning and maintenance difficulties
Service charge average £1,200; council tax described as very expensive
Located in an area classified as very deprived
Set within an impressive B-listed Baronial villa of 1885, this upper conversion delivers generous living across two levels and a distinctive turret. The elegant drawing room, superb kitchen/dining room and principal bedroom with en-suite give the home a grand, family-friendly flow. High ceilings, bay windows, oak floors and marble fireplaces preserve striking period character while contemporary fittings make the space immediately liveable.
Externally there are two private off-street parking spaces and access to extensive communal grounds plus a private woodland area recently restored and used only by the development. The shared entrance with marble columns and sweeping staircase provides a memorable welcome, and many rooms offer room for flexible layouts or home-working. Broadband is fast and mobile signal excellent.
Important practical points: the building is B‑listed, which will cause planning and maintenance constraints and may complicate alterations. The property sits in an area classified as very deprived and council tax is described as very expensive. A service charge (average £1,200) contributes to upkeep of communal areas and gardens; the woodland is maintained on a voluntary basis.
This is best suited to buyers seeking a distinctive period home with generous space, private parking and beautiful grounds, who accept listed‑building responsibilities and the running costs associated with a large historic property. The balance of impressive original features and modern fittings makes it especially appealing to families or those wanting a character home near city amenities.
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