2 bed flat for sale

Baird Road, Ratho EH28

This excellent opportunity to purchase a 25% share of this attractive 2-bedroom top floor flat, forming part of an established development in the sought-after village of Ratho, within easy reach of local amenities and transport links.

Offered in move-in condition, the flat features a welcoming entrance hallway with wood laminate flooring, central ceiling light, excellent storage including a large cupboard and attic access, and a secure telecoms entry system. The spacious lounge/dining area has a large front-facing window, wood laminate flooring, and space for both lounge and dining furniture. Off the lounge, the modern kitchen is fitted with tiled flooring, wall and base units with a breakfast bar, a ceramic induction hob, electric oven and grill, composite sink with drainer, and a white tile splashback. The current owners are gifting the fridge-freezer and washer-dryer.

The family bathroom has tiled floors and splashback tiles, a mains electric shower over the bath, ceramic sink, W/C, two wall-mounted vanity units, a large chrome heated towel rail, side-facing window, and central ceiling light. Bedroom one is a bright double with a rear-facing window, wood laminate flooring, space for freestanding furniture, and a double fitted wardrobe housing the water tank. Bedroom two is a good-sized rear-facing room, currently used as an office but suitable for a double bed, with wood laminate flooring, a double fitted wardrobe, and a central ceiling light.

Additional benefits include electric heating and double glazing. The remaining 75% share is owned by Castle Rock Edinvar Housing Association, and any purchaser must meet Shared Ownership eligibility criteria and undergo financial assessment.

Freehold Property
Council Tax Band: D
Factor Fee: £88.00 ppm

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EPC Rating: C

Location

Ratho is a charming village approximately 7–8 miles west of Edinburgh, combining peaceful rural living with excellent accessibility to the city and surrounding areas. The village is home to the well‐regarded Ratho Primary School, a non‐denominational school with nursery through Primary 7, generous outdoor play areas and a strong community focus, with many activities integrating the nearby Union Canal into learning experiences. Pupils typically progress to Balerno Community High School for secondary education.
The City of Edinburgh Council.

Ratho’s location on the banks of the historic Union Canal offers scenic and accessible walking and cycling routes along well‐maintained towpaths, popular with walkers, joggers, cyclists and dog walkers alike, extending both toward Edinburgh and further west through beautiful countryside. These paths provide an ideal setting for outdoor leisure, exercise, and family outings.
The City of Edinburgh Council.

In addition to its natural assets, the village provides local shops, pubs such as The Bridge Inn, a community centre, and easy access to transport links including regular bus services and Park & Ride facilities. Ratho’s proximity to Edinburgh Airport, the Edinburgh International Climbing Arena, and major road networks makes it attractive for commuters and families alike.

Entrance Hall

Enter the top floor flat via a wooden door into a hallway with wood laminate flooring and a central ceiling light. A large storage cupboard is located within the hallway, which also features a telecoms entry system and provides access to the lounge/dining area, family bathroom, and both bedrooms.

Lounge Diner (4.81m x 3.51m)

The lounge/dining area is a spacious room featuring a large front-facing window that provides ample natural light. The room has wood laminate flooring and a central ceiling light. There is sufficient space to accommodate both lounge and dining furniture. Access is provided to the kitchen and the entrance hallway.

Kitchen (2.15m x 3.92m)

The kitchen features tiled flooring and a front-facing window. It is equipped with a ceramic induction hob, electric oven and grill, composite sink with drainer, and a white tile splashback. There is an abundance of storage space, and the current owners are gifting the fridge-freezer and washer-dryer.

Family Bathroom (2.22m x 1.89m)

The family bathroom features tiled flooring with underfloor heating and splashback tiles. It includes a mains-powered electric shower over a bath with hot and cold taps, a ceramic sink with hot and cold taps, and a W/C. Two wall-mounted vanity storage units provide additional storage, and a large chrome heated towel rail is fitted. A side-facing window provides natural light, and a central ceiling light illuminates the room.

Bedroom One (4.04m x 2.91m)

Bedroom one is a bright, spacious room with a large rear-facing window and wood laminate flooring. There is ample space for a double bed and freestanding furniture. The room also features a double fitted wardrobe, which houses the water tank.

Bedroom Two (3.36m x 2.73m)

Bedroom two is a good-sized room with a rear-facing window and wood laminate flooring, currently used as an office but easily accommodating a double bed if required. It features a double fitted wardrobe and a central ceiling light.

Parking - Off Street

There are no allocated parking spaces for the flats; however, parking is available to the rear and sides of the property.