Boasting an excellent location by the sea, 15/5 Westbank Street is within walking distance of Portobello’s thriving amenities, whilst excellent transport links provide a swift commute into the city centre.
A secure communal entrance and stairwell lead to the flat’s front door, which opens into a hall with handy storage. Directly ahead is the open-plan kitchen/living/dining room. Presented in neutral tones and with timber-styled flooring, this reception area is brightly lit with dual-aspect windows. Its spacious footprint allows for various furniture arrangements including a dining table or a home office workstation. The kitchen is cleverly zoned behind a neat breakfast bar and features modern white-gloss cabinets and ample workspace, along with crisp splashback panels and appliances. A large built-in cupboard in the kitchen houses the fridge-freezer and offers extra storage space, whilst a utility cupboard, accessed from the hallway, creates a discreet laundry area. A good-sized double bedroom sits adjacent and is presented in similar style to the living room, with the benefit of a built-in wardrobe. An ultra-contemporary shower room, with a large walk-in shower and a wall hung basin with vanity storage, complete this lovely seaside home. Electric central heating and double glazing throughout ensure year-round comfort and efficiency.
The property comes with communal garden grounds plus private residents’ parking and ample free on-street parking.
Located approx. three miles northeast of the city centre, Portobello enjoys the best of both worlds: a quaint seaside ambience with the benefits of city life right on its doorstep. Portobello is situated within minutes from the city centre and unspoilt East Lothian countryside. The area is served by a range of local services and amenities, with more extensive shopping facilities available in Musselburgh or Fort Kinnaird just a short drive away. The High Street includes cafes, restaurants, galleries, independent retailers, several 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 publicly available authentic Turkish Baths. The area is extremely popular with commuters owing to its excellent public transport links into the city centre, as well as its close proximity to Edinburgh City Bypass and the A1.
Home Report: £135,000 EPC: C