Couparfield House was built in 1890 for the janitor of Coupar Street School. While the school was demolished in 1984, the house lay derelict for 20 years before being bought for £23,000 in 2003, by Reuben Welsh and his wife April Marr.
The couple then spent five years, and around £180,000, converting it into a home. Their progress featured on the TV programme Grand Designs on Channel 4 and the completed house won the National Home of the Year Award.
A copper clad, sedum roofed extension was added to provide a second bedroom a few years later.
The house has changed hands a couple of times since, but in terms of character, clever design and exceptional use of space there is still nothing like it anywhere in the city.
9. Couparfield House, Leith. Offers over £475,000
The kitchen area incorporates a silestone worktop and breakfast bar and has a range of appliances including an American style fridge/freezer, oven, induction hob, extractor, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer. | Rettie and Co
10. Couparfield House, Leith. Offers over £475,000
A study area is located off the kitchen. | Rettie and Co
11. Couparfield House, Leith. Offers over £475,000
The balcony is glazed and accessed from the main bedroom. | Rettie and Co
12. Couparfield House, Leith. Offers over £475,000
The lounge is in a seven metre high naturally-lit space. For more details contact Rettie and Co. | Rettie and Co