6 Morham Lea, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH10 5GL | Property for sale | Savills
2,302 sq ft(213.86 sq m)
Offers over £890,000($1,172,387)

6 Morham LeaEdinburgh, Midlothian, EH10 5GL

  • Sold

Key features

  • Sold in February 2024
  • Two balcony areas and a private patio/ garden, all south facing
  • Private, enclosed west-facing rear garden
  • Garage and ample parking
  • Well located for access in and out of town, as well as to many schools

An exceptional, end-terraced Victorian family home over three floors, with private terraces and gardens and a garage, set within the sought after residential area of Greenbank.

About this property

  • 6 Morham Lea is an extremely impressive, red sandstone, end-terraced, three bedroom family home which forms part of the exclusive Edinburgh City Hospital development in the highly sought-after area of Greenbank Village.

    The property is ideally situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and is surrounded by beautifully maintained, leafy landscaped garden grounds.

    The light, bright and spacious accommodation is arranged over three levels and offers an abundance of living and entertaining space including south facing balconies with exceptional panoramic views of the Pentland Hills, together with an enclosed private garden.

    On the ground floor, the house has a generously proportioned hall which leads to an inner hall flanked by two superbly appointed living rooms within the two large turrets of this former City Hospital building. There is also a charming covered, south facing balcony to the front, accessed by double glazed doors.

    The third bedroom and an attractive shower room are also located on this floor.

    The stairs lead down to the garden level which has been opened up completely to provide a stunning open plan space with sensibly designated areas: the stylish, bespoke kitchen is in the middle and to the right, providing ample storage and work space with numerous base and floor units and a larger than average Island. The dining area is in the east turret and the sitting area is located in the west turret. Double doors lead from here to the rear where these is a covered patio area, perfect for entertaining, and a path leading up to the enclosed rear garden. there is also a convenient W.C on this floor and a useful under stair store cupboard.

    On the first floor are two generous bedrooms, each occupying a turret. The principal of these benefits from a dressing area, with built in wardrobes, and an ensuite bathroom. There is also a shower room on this floor which serves bedroom two. This floor also boasts a balcony from which to enjoy the breath-taking southerly views.

    Externally, the house is flanked by private garden grounds on three sides meaning there is always the perfect spot to enjoy the weather.

    There is a private single garage also.

    There is scope and precedent to extend in to the loft space to create additional bedrooms, subject to acquiring the necessary consents.

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A truly charming house filled with character. Having the balconies to enjoy the beautiful southerly aspect is a real treat.

Tom EdwardsProperty agent

Local information

  • Morham Lea is situated within Greenbank Village, a highly desirable residential area approximately four miles south of Edinburgh's City Centre.
  • There are excellent local shops, cafes, bars and restaurants in nearby Morningside and Bruntsfield, including a Waitrose, Marks & Spencer Food Hall, Sainsbury's and Tesco supermarkets as well as cultural amenities including the King's Theatre, Church Hill Theatre and the Dominion Cinema.
  • Local sporting facilities include a choice of golf courses at the Braids, Merchants of Edinburgh and Swanston, and the Hillend Ski Centre. There are a variety of beautiful local walks nearby in the open green spaces of the Braid Hills, Braidburn Valley, Hermitage of Braid, Blackford Hill, Water of Leith, Craiglockhart Hills and the Pentland Hills Regional Parkland. There is also a woodland nature walk around the perimeter of the Greenbank Village estate.
  • The property is ideally located for ease of access to the financial district in the West End of Edinburgh as well as the Gyle, Gogarburn and Edinburgh Park.
  • George Watson's College is within easy walking distance, and a number of other well-regarded state and independent schools, including George Heriot's and Merchiston Castle School are also situated nearby.
  • The property is particularly well located for Napier University and Edinburgh University Kings Buildings.
  • The City Bypass is within easy reach, providing excellent access to Edinburgh Airport and the Central Scotland motorway network.
  • The area is well served by public transport. The Number 23 bus stops at the entrance to the development.

Additional information

  • All integrated kitchen appliances, curtains, blinds, carpets and light fittings included in the sale
  • EPC Rating: C
  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Council Tax Band: H