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Grand family home with exceptional period character tastefully restored and located in the desirable leafy suburbs of Edinburgh's Newington area.
Occupying a commanding position within one of Edinburgh’s most sought-after residential districts, 1 Mentone Terrace is a magnificent purpose built double-upper family home in the James Gillespie's catchment offering an abundance of beautifully proportioned accommodation arranged over two levels. Rich in period character and architectural detail, the property effortlessly combines elegant entertaining space with versatile family living.
A welcoming entrance stair leads to an impressive reception hall through the properties private main door, setting the tone for the accommodation beyond. The current vendors have meticulously restored the staircase so it now serves as the elegant core to the property adding to its wonderful feel throughout. The principal sitting room is particularly striking, featuring a sweeping bay window that floods the room with natural light, while ornate cornicing, original timber flooring and a handsome fireplace showcase the home's period pedigree.
Adjoining this is a substantial formal dining room, creating an excellent setting for entertaining on both an intimate and grand scale. An elegant archway opens into a charming sun room, providing a peaceful retreat overlooking the surrounding greenery which can be used flexibly as an extension of the main room or a separate additional room to suit various needs.
To the rear, the generously sized dining kitchen forms the practical heart of the home, offering ample space for family life and informal dining. A pantry and excellent storage including utility space further enhance the functionality of this floor, while a flexible fifth bedroom provides ideal accommodation for guests, home working or additional family requirements.
The upper level comprises four further well-proportioned double bedrooms. The superb principal bedroom enjoys impressive proportions together with an en-suite shower room, while a second bedroom through a clever layout of the hallway can be used as a self contained bedroom with en-suite without compromising the ability to have an easily accessible separate family bathroom to suit changing requirements.
Two additional double bedrooms both ample in size create a layout well suited to growing families and those seeking substantial guest accommodation.
While no private garden, the property is ideally located next to some of Edinburgh's best open green spaces. Inch Park (0.9 miles), The Meadows (0.9 miles) Blackford Hill and the Royal Observatory (1.2 miles) are all readily accessible plus two local and well respected golf courses Liberton and Craigmillar Park.
Throughout the property, buyers will appreciate the remarkable scale synonymous with Edinburgh's finest period homes, including high ceilings, intricate decorative plasterwork, original sash and case windows, generous room dimensions and a wonderful sense of light and space.
With scope to add value in the kitchens and bathrooms to create a truly splendid home the property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished residence within an established and highly desirable area for families, professionals and the discerning investor.
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The standout feature of 1 Mentone Terrace is undoubtedly the sequence of grand reception rooms. The magnificent bay-windowed drawing room, formal dining room and charming sun room create a wonderfully flowing arrangement of entertaining space, all enhanced by exceptional proportions and beautifully preserved original detailing including a gorgeous period staircase.
Ben GinnProperty agent