Five stunning period flats in Edinburgh

If you're in the market for a new home, and would like to live in the luxury flat, there are plenty for sale right now in the Capital. Here are five of the best.

A stunning, cleverly designed mews flat boasting a central New Town location

14A Gloucester Lane, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH3 6ED

A contemporary two bedroom mews flat in the New Town. This is a stunning, cleverly designed mews flat boasting a central New Town location, high spec contemporary fittings and the best of Smart Home Technology. In brief, the accommodation comprises: Open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room, two double bedrooms and bathroom.Gloucester Lane is a charming cobbled street in the highly sought after New Town. Its tranquil location belies its proximity to the city centre and financial district whilst nearby Stockbridge offers an excellent range of local boutiques and restaurants. There is excellent road access to both the east and west with easy links to the A1 and the A90, while Waverley Station, and both tram and bus terminus, are within easy walking distance.Savills, 0131 247 3770£375,000View the full listing here

A handsome Victorian terrace in the heart of Edinburgh

Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh EH3

Drumsheugh Gardens is a spacious three-bedroom third (top) floor apartment of a handsome Victorian terrace in the heart of Edinburgh’s prestigious West End.The property is entered into a grand communal hallway with stairs leading to the third floor. The flat is entered into a corridor that leads to all the accommodation including a drawing room and bedroom to the front, an internal kitchen with sky light, a bathroom and then a further two double bedrooms (one en suite) to the rear.The flat has stunning views across Drumsheugh Gardens to the front and towards the Castle at the rear. The flat also benefits from a good storage with two cupboards located within the corridor.Strutt & Parker, 0131 718 4597Offers over £425,000View the full listing here

The property retains numerous period features

3F, 36 Buckingham Terrace, West End, Edinburgh, EH4

A very well-located bright and spacious top floor flat with exceptional views to the Firth of Forth and Fife.Occupying the third floor of this handsome period terrace, the property retains numerous period features such as stripped floors, working shutters and fireplaces. Accessed via a secure entry-phone system, the internal accommodation comprises two large double bedrooms to the front (both of which enjoy far-reaching views), a beautifully-proportioned sitting room, well-equipped kitchen, the bathroom and a third box bedroom with a skylight.There is good storage off the hallway and the property also benefits from gas central heating. Proprietors can access the private Belgrave Gardens on payment of a modest annual fee. Communal vestibule for bike storage.Lindsays, 0131 229 4040Offers over £375,000View the full listing here

The period property retains many original features

Woodburn Terrace, Morningside, Edinburgh, EH10

Sunny spacious west facing 3rd floor flat (top) which would benefit from some redecoration and offers excellent potential and flexibility as a lovely family home or letting property with an HMO licence till 2020 pending.The period property retains many original features including ornate cornicing, wood panelling, and marble fireplaces as well as sanded floors. There is also a unique generous loft space for further potential development (subject to obtaining the necessary consents).Accommodation comprises; well-maintained secure shared entrance, spacious and light reception hall with cupboards giving access to an elegant west facing sitting room with bay window, original fireplace, panelling and fine cornices, a large kitchen/dining room with two walk in cupboards, three well proportioned bedrooms with cornices, and a contemporary bathroom with bath and shower retaining original wood panelling.Lindsays, 0131 229 4040Offers over £355,000View the full listing here

Spacious, bright accommodation, recently been refurbished to an exceptional standard

Bellevue Terrace, New Town, Edinburgh, EH7 4DU

2/6 Bellevue Terrace is a stunning third floor flat to the east of Edinburgh's New Town. The property offers spacious, bright accommodation and has recently been refurbished to an exceptional standard, whilst retaining original features throughout.The flat is accessed via a very well maintained communal stair and has a spacious and welcoming entrance hallway. There is shared access to the rear and a dedicated cellar to the front.There are four bedrooms in total, all of which are a good size. The master bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room. Bedroom two, being on the curve of the building, offers panoramic views of the city. The further two bedrooms (one currently used as a study) are to the rear of the flat.Of particular note, is the impressive front living room which has a number of lovely features including a fireplace and sanded wooden floors. This room offers superb, bright and airy living space with excellent proportions.The modern kitchen/dining room has recently been refurbished and is very well equipped with integrated washing machine, dishwasher, fridge and freezer.Savills, 0131 247 3770Offers over £485,000View the full listing here