5 bedroom house

An outstanding five bedroom, five bathroom contemporary villa arranged over three floors, occupying a commanding position within the exclusive Belmont Estate. The house features panoramic cityscape views as far as the Pentland Hills, in the highly sought after area of Murrayfield.

The property, nestled within secluded mature grounds, sets the bar high for exterior design and cutting-edge interiors. The property contains state of the art features including two large overhead skylights set within a copper roof and a seamless glass conservatory. There is a triple integrated garage with home gymnasium, sauna, wet room and hot tub and no less than five terraces from which to enjoy the elevated vista and gardens. This breath-taking, light-filled family home boasts a vantage point like no other and is bound to attract the purchaser who seeks luxurious accommodation and tranquillity, a mere 10-minute drive from the city centre.

Accommodation comprises:

First Floor

Expansive, open plan living space incorporating a sitting room with limestone feature fireplace and cinema screen projector and direct access out to a large terrace; a bespoke designed open plan kitchen from Kitchens International with walnut units and granite worktop and a vast dining area for entertaining; separate fully equipped utility/drinks room.

Games room (or further sitting/dining space) is situated to the front of the house and offers floor to ceiling glass windows with superb cityscape views. The sliding doors provide access to a large south facing terrace; study/home office accessible through a hidden door.

The house also features a completely self-contained flat on this level with its own access either from the central living area or from a private terrace and comprises an open-plan living/kitchen area, double bedroom, bathroom and utility space. Ideal for visitors or family use.

Second Floor

Beautifully presented principal bedroom suite with walk-in wardrobe; en suite bathroom with spa bath and further dressing/living room leading to a private terrace. Second double bedroom with contemporary en suite bathroom and large terrace. Double bedroom 3 with en suite shower room and balcony. Double bedroom 4 could be utilised as additional living space or a further guest bedroom. A luxury wet room/family bathroom completes the accommodation on this floor.

A large conservatory with seamless glass opens onto a patio area and into the garden at the rear. A relaxing space with open garden views.

Outdoor Space

Externally, the house has a large private driveway and turning area to the front. The garden to the front has a magnificent oak tree and is well stocked with mature shrubs and trees. There is car access to the west of the house, in addition to the lower level car access. To the rear, the garden is laid to lawn leading up to a beech hedge.

To the east, the garden drops down in a series of terraced lawns all with incredible views, connecting to the slate terraces and a stylish water feature to the front. In all, the garden extends to approximately 0.9 acres.

Belmont Drive is situated in the Murrayfield area of Edinburgh approximately 3 miles to the city centre, close to all amenities with a good selection of local shops close at hand. The neighbouring area of Corstorphine has a village atmosphere, all the usual convenience stores needed, plenty of restaurants and artisan coffee shops. The Gyle and Craigleith Retail Centres are just a short journey for larger shopping needs, with supermarkets and many other high street retailers.

There is direct bus and tram access to the city centre only minutes from the door. The cultural highlights of Edinburgh are within easy reach, including The Gallery of Modern Art 1 and 2, the beautiful St Mary's Cathedral and with the cosmopolitan shopping areas of George Street and Princes Street only slightly further afield. The local road network connects quickly to the city bypass, Edinburgh International Airport, the Que

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