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Exceptional Flat Forming an Integral Part of the Famous Edinburgh Skyline 5/6 Ramsay Garden Old Town, Edinburgh EXCEPTIONAL FLAT FORMING AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE FAMOUS EDINBURGH SKYLINE 5/6 ramsay garden old town, edinburgh EXCEPTIONAL FLAT FORMING AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE FAMOUS EDINBURGH SKYLINE 5/6 ramsay garden old town, edinburgh Spectacular views with balcony w large living and dining room w kitchen with breakfast area w master bedroom with en suite bathroom w 2 further bedrooms w shower room w utility room w cloakroom with wc w well kept communal stair w access to private residents’ gardens w permit parking on Ramsay Lane & Mound Place w EPC Rating D Location Standing proudly next to Edinburgh Castle, and with its eye-catching red and white paintwork, Ramsay Garden is perhaps Edinburgh’s most impressive address. Situated at the very heart of the capital, the property is just minutes from Princes Street, the Royal Mile and Waverley Railway Station, from which there are also regular buses to the airport. From its elevated position near the top of the Royal Mile, the views are already spectacular at garden level. However, from number 5/6, there is an unimpeded view over the north side of the city to the Firth of Forth and Fife. Description Renovated in the 1990’s by the Burrell Company, 5 Ramsay Garden is a former hall residence dating from the 1890’s in which every flat is unique. Flat 6 is a two level flat accessed via a communal stair from the main courtyard. The entrance to the flat is on the third floor. The flat is freshly decorated and has provided both a convenient pied à terre and lucrative holiday rental property for the current owners. There is no shortage of character with intriguing turns and corners to almost every room, and windows facing four different directions. Outside, the residents’ gardens offer delightfully landscaped space, maintained by the residents’ committee, which meets at least once a year to discuss any necessary expenditure both to the garden and the buildings. All Ramsay Garden apartments make an annual contribution, based on rateable value, to the committee account. Courtyard parking is available to residents but there is also permit parking (Zone 4) on nearby Ramsay Lane and Mound Place. Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area: 1,759 sq ft, 163 sq m General Remarks Fixtures and Fittings Fitted carpets, curtains, appliances and light fittings are included in the sale price. Listing The property is A Listed and is situated within the Old Town Conservation Area. Savills Edinburgh Viewing Strictly by appointment with Savills - 0131 247 3770. Possession To be by mutual agreement. [email protected] Offers Offers must be submitted in Scottish legal terms to the Selling Agents. A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the Selling Agents following inspection. 0131 247 3770 Purchase price Within 7 days of the conclusion of Missives a deposit of 10% of the purchase price shall be paid. The deposit will be non-returnable in the event of the Purchaser(s) failing to complete the sale for reasons not attributable to the Seller or his agents. Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested savills.co.uk any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 161107PS.
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