Flat for sale in 17/3 James Court, 493 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1

**open house viewing, sun 25th August 14:00-16:00. Access via west entrance**

Beautifully presented two-bedroom third floor flat located in a traditional building in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and retaining many original features.

Accessed through a quiet, leafycourtyard and stair, the well-proportioned accommodation comprises: Hallway with two storage cupboards, stone fireplace and skylight; open plan sitting/dining room/kitchen with two large windows allowing plenty of natural light, original wooden beam in the press and two stone fireplaces, the modern fitted kitchen has ample wall and base units, tiled splashback and integrated appliances; two double bedrooms and; a shower room with shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC which completes the accommodation. The property has the benefit of sash & case windows and gas central heating.

James Court is locatedin the quietest heart of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, a unesco World Heritage site. It was home to David Hume, James Boswell and the original Traverse Theatre. Situated close to Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyrood house, as well as the Scottish Parliament. The old buildings of the 17th and 18th centuries sit side by side with their Victorian and 20th century counterparts. As well as quiet courtyards, shops, museums, bars, eateries and beautiful gardens are situated in the immediate vicinity. The historic attractions of The Old Town provide many local interests and St James Quarter, Princes Street and Multrees Walk at St Andrews Square are renowned for shopping. Waverley and Haymarket rail stations, St Andrew Square bus station and the tram terminus are all conveniently situated and the City bypass and onward travel to the Edinburgh International Airport and beyond.

The property is being sold as seen. No warranties or guarantees will be provided.

Please note some of the images have been virtually staged and are for illustrative purposes only.

Under the hmrc Anti Money Laundering legislation, all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds and required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. This is acceptable either as original or certified documents.

EPC: C
Council Tax: B - £1550.95 inclusive of water and sewage* (*based on 2024/2025 tax year) - The City of Edinburgh Council
Tenure: Freehold
Electricity Supply: Mains connection – The electrical distribution board has circuit breakers and is located within the hall cupboard alongside the electric meter.
Water Supply: Scottish Water
Sewerage: Scottish Water
Heating: Gas – Space heating and hot water is provided by the gas fired central heating boiler which is located within the hall cupboard.
Broadband: 1000 mbps (Potential download speed)
Mobile Signal/Coverage: Full 4G and potential 5G outdoor coverage
Parking: Restricted on street permit and pay-and-display parking is available on surrounding streets surrounding streets under zone 4 (Permits obtained upon application to The City of Edinburgh Council and payment of fees)

All statements contained herein are believed to be correct but are not guaranteed and interested parties must satisfy themselves as to their accuracy.<br /><br />