Situated within the highly desirable Dowanhill district of Glasgow's vibrant West End, this charming two-bedroom top floor flat forms part of a handsome traditional tenement and showcases a wealth of retained period features alongside bright, versatile accommodation.
Accessed via a welcoming reception hallway, the property immediately impresses with its sense of space, character and natural light. The stunning bay-windowed living room is a superb focal point, featuring intricate original cornice detailing, decorative plasterwork and a focal-point, fully-working fireplace, which adds warmth and charm to this elegant principal apartment. The proportions and ceiling height further enhance the feeling of grandeur, with the additional benefit of a large walk-in storage cupboard.
The accommodation comprises two generous sized bedrooms, including an excellent principal bedroom and a spacious second double. To the rear, a fantastic contemporary fitted kitchen, complemented by a separate dining area and built-in seating area by the window, creating a sociable and practical layout. The bathroom is well-appointed and conveniently positioned off the central hallway with three-piece suite, completing the internal accommodation on offer.
The property's top floor position provides excellent levels of natural light and a peaceful setting above street level, while the traditional tenement building retains the architectural character for which the West End is renowned.
EER Band: C
Local Area
The leafy Dowanhill district is well placed for a wide selection of shops and amenities on both Byres Road and Hyndland Road. There are various supermarkets on Byres Road, including Waitrose, Marks & Spencer and a Tesco Metro. The famous Ashton Lane, just off Byres Road, offers a selection of bars, restaurants and the Grosvenor Cinema. At the top of Byres Road are the Botanic Gardens offering a beautiful green space in the city and greenhouses full of tropical plants. There are a number of bars, restaurants, cafés and delicatessens in the Hyndland Area, including Epicures and Peckhams.
Public transport is excellent, with bus routes operating on Byres Road and underground stations at Hillhead, Kelvinhall and Partick, where there is also a railway station. There are also good road links to the City Centre, Glasgow International Airport, and beyond.
Glasgow University is situated on University Avenue, just off Byres Road, and provides world class further education. There are a number of excellent comprehensive schools in the area as well as private schooling at The Glasgow Academy, The High School of Glasgow and Kelvinside Academy.