Location

St John's Road is situated in the popular area of Corstorphine, to the west of Edinburgh city centre.

Corstorphine is a well-regarded, established residential area with a historic village centre. The area is sought-after by families being ideally placed for schooling, transport in and out of the city and with excellent local shopping and recreational facilities.

There is a range of local and speciality shops within close walking distance, whilst a 24-hour Tesco superstore and the nearby retail parks at Hermiston Gait, Craigleith and The Gyle shopping centres offer a more extensive range of high street names.

There are a number of family-friendly parks within the area and the woodlands of Corstorphine Hill are on the doorstep. Leisure facilities include the Juvenate gym at the Leonardo Hotel and the David Lloyd Health Club, whilst there are a choice of excellent golf courses including Murrayfield, The Royal Burgess and Bruntsfield Links. Edinburgh Zoo is also situated close by.

The property is situated in the catchment for Fox Covert Primary and Craigmount High School. A number of Edinburgh's top fee-paying schools, including the Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools, St. George's School, Cargilfield and The Edinburgh Academy, are also within easy reach.

There are excellent transport links to and from the city. There is an excellent bus service from the end of the street and the city centre, Edinburgh International Airport and Central Scotland motorway network are all within easy reach.

Description

36 St John's Road is an impressive, six bedroom detached family home located in the highly regarded Corstorphine area. Offering over 2,800 square feet of flexible living space, this property is set over two floors and has retained its delightful period charm. Extensive front and rear gardens have been evidently well-maintained and enjoy respective southerly and northerly aspects for sunshine throughout the day.

The front door opens to a vestibule, complete with original floor tiles, leading into a characterful and inviting hallway from which the accommodation flows. The spectacular living/dining room occupies a generous space on the ground floor. Intricate cornicing, wood panelling and a large south-facing bay window make this a standout room for both relaxing and entertaining. Also accessed from the main hallway are three generously sized double bedrooms with high ceilings and large windows allowing for plenty of light. A bright and well-appointed kitchen with ample seating space is ideally suited for informal dining and benefits from direct access to the colourful rear garden. A convenient WC, storage room and shower room are also situated on the ground floor.

A wide staircase with spectacular stain-glass window floods the area with light and brings you to the first floor. A further three spacious double bedrooms and convenient kitchenette on this level create a flexible living space. A second drawing room, also with glorious bay window and southerly aspect, is a fantastic space to relax and entertain. A study room is perfectly situated with a front garden outlook while allowing the option to work from the comfort of your home.

Externally, front and rear gardens with a variety of mature and colourful plants and shrubs make this a space to enjoy year round. There is off-street parking for several vehicles by way of a long driveway and gravel area to the rear of the property.