What is it? A remarkable conversion of a five-bedroom period house with plenty of open-plan accommodation set over three storeys. It benefits from more than 3,350sq ft of floor space, including the addition of two guest bedroom suites in the garden.placeholder image
What is it? A remarkable conversion of a five-bedroom period house with plenty of open-plan accommodation set over three storeys. It benefits from more than 3,350sq ft of floor space, including the addition of two guest bedroom suites in the garden.

Three's a charm: some many storeyed characters

By Sarah Devine
Published 19th Jun 2023, 11:28 BST

We survey a trio of traditional townhouses with contemporary twists for buyers with lofty aspirations looking to move up in the world

Here is a round up of some of the most unique properties currently for sale.

The open-plan kitchen dining area combines traditional and contemporary designs.

5. 18 The Scores, St Andrews. Offers over 4m

The open-plan kitchen dining area combines traditional and contemporary designs. Photo: contributed

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6. 18 The Scores, St Andrews. Offers over 4m

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What is it? A distinctive six-bedroom family home, built in 1899 as an Edinburgh Academy boarding house. It has been extensively refurbished by Lorn MacNeal Architects. Where is it? Within walking distance of the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh, and close to the charms of Stockbridge, this is one of the Capital’s most coveted addresses.

7. 13 Kinnear Road, Inverleith, Edinburgh. Offers over £2.95m

What is it? A distinctive six-bedroom family home, built in 1899 as an Edinburgh Academy boarding house. It has been extensively refurbished by Lorn MacNeal Architects. Where is it? Within walking distance of the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh, and close to the charms of Stockbridge, this is one of the Capital’s most coveted addresses. Photo: Contributed

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Interior: There is a lounge, open-plan kitchen and dining room, plus a double bedroom downstairs. The first floor features an impressive home cinema, drawing room, and main ensuite bedroom. The third storey contains four bedrooms.

8. 13 Kinnear Road, Inverleith, Edinburgh. Offers over £2.95m

Interior: There is a lounge, open-plan kitchen and dining room, plus a double bedroom downstairs. The first floor features an impressive home cinema, drawing room, and main ensuite bedroom. The third storey contains four bedrooms. Photo: contributed

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