
Portobello, Edinburgh · EH15
Portobello High Street, Portobello
178/3 Portobello High Street, Portobello, Edinburgh, EH15 1EX
Situated in the heart of Portobello, this impressive top-floor flat offers generously proportioned accommodation, a wealth of period character and access to a shared rear garden. The spacious sitting room is a particularly appealing reception space, with large windows allowing plenty of natural light, attractive cornicing and a feature fireplace with a wood burning stove creating a lovely focal point.
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Situated in the heart of Portobello, this impressive top-floor flat offers generously proportioned accommodation, a wealth of period character and access to a shared rear garden. Beautifully presented throughout, the property combines traditional features with a charming and contemporary finish.The spacious sitting room is a particularly appealing reception space, with large windows allowing plenty of natural light, attractive cornicing and a feature fireplace with a wood burning stove creating a lovely focal point. The proportions provide ample space for comfortable seating and entertaining.The bright and well-appointed kitchen diner features a good range of traditional wall and base-mounted cabinetry, laminate worktops and integrated appliances, with excellent space for a breakfast table. There are three spacious double bedrooms, all offering excellent proportions and flexibility for family living, guests or working from home. A stylish modern shower room and large box room completes the accommodation.The property also benefits from access to a shared rear garden, with gated access, established planting and areas for seating. Ideally positioned on Portobello High Street, the flat is within easy reach of a wide range of local shops, cafés and amenities, with Portobello Beach and promenade also close by.The Local AreaPortobello is a lovely seaside suburb of Edinburgh, located around 4 miles east of the city centre, on the edge of the Firth of Forth. Known for its charming promenade, stunning beach and friendly community, Portobello is a popular choice for families, young professionals and retirees.The beautiful beach provides a great place for residents to walk, cycle or enjoy water sports and the promenade features a variety of cafes and restaurants.There are plenty of amenities in Portobello, including a range of local shops, supermarkets and independent cafes and restaurants, most of which can be found on the high street. The area also offers a number of recreational facilities, such as Portobello swimming pool and fitness centre, and several parks and green spaces.For families with children, Portobello boasts several good schools, including some highly-rated primary schools. The area has a strong sense of community, with various events and activities throughout the year.Overall, Portobello offers a fantastic quality of life, with a beautiful seaside location, excellent amenities and good transport links to the city centre. It's known for its friendly community, making it a popular choice for those seeking a quieter, more relaxed way of life while staying close to all that Edinburgh has to offer. ExtrasAll fitted flooring and kitchen appliances are included in the sale price.
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0.9 milesto Brunstane Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 4.8 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 8.2 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
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