174 Braid Road is a wonderful, end of terrace family home set peacefully on one of the Southside’s most sought-after addresses. The house is arranged over two principal floors, boasting five good sized double bedrooms and flexible family living with an array of reception rooms.
The ground floor opens from a wide vestibule into the hall and features a large sitting room with bay window, dining room and a good-sized family kitchen that leads into a well-equipped utility room and WC. Stairs from the kitchen lead up to the previous maid’s quarters which would make a wonderful study/ single bedroom. There is also a further double bedroom, completing the downstairs accommodation.
A solid pitch pine staircase leads to the first floor, with a large cupola flooding the landing with natural light. The house boasts a large first-floor drawing room with bay window, this room could easily be utilised as a stunning principal bedroom, three further bedrooms, and a family bathroom with shower over bathtub complete the first-floor accommodation. The house is abundant in key period features, with ornate cornicing, stunning marble fireplaces, sash windows and original architraves.
Externally the property boasts a large wraparound garden which is laid to lawn, with stone patios and mature shrubs. There is a private gated driveway with parking for up to two cars, Electric Vehicle charging point and a large single garage.
The current owners completed a comprehensive renovation completed in 2023, including complete renewal of all electrics, plumbing, drainage, new heating system and replacing the roofing above the utility and maid’s room.
The property is enviably located within excellent local amenities, alongside the Hermitage of Braid and close to Braidburn Valley Park, and the Braids' golf course. In addition, it resides in the catchment area for highly regarded schools such as Boroughmuir High School and South Morningside Primary Schools with private school options in including George Watsons College, Merchiston Castle School and George Heriot’s School.
EPC - D
Council Tax Band - G
Tenure - Freehold
Viewing by appointment via Rettie & Co.
EPC Rating: D
Council Tax Band: G