$600,000 Homes in Edinburgh

Calton Hill | $600,000 (£475,000)

A three-bedroom mews apartment in a historic Georgian district with park access

This rectangular three-bedroom, one-bath apartment is in a mews property — a converted stable or coach house — on a peaceful cobblestone street in Edinburgh’s historic Calton Hill neighborhood.

Calton Hill is a volcanic mound offering a number of historic monuments and stunning views of the city. East of the hill is an enclave of Georgian terraces, including the mews, which are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site that encompasses Edinburgh New Town and Old Town, as well as Calton Hill. The neighborhood is centrally located and about a mile from such popular downtown areas as Princes Street, St. Andrew Square and George Street. Buses, including the 26 and 44 lines, will shave a few minutes off the trip.

Shops, cafes, bars, hotels, galleries, theaters and other amenities are within walking distance. A new shopping center at St. James Quarter offering restaurants, banks and pharmacies is about a 15-minute walk, or a few minutes by bicycle or car.

Size: 1,049 square feet

Price per square foot: $572

Indoors: A private foyer has stairs ascending to the main living and dining area, which has a large skylight and gas fireplace in a marble hearth. The room is full of character, with a stone wall, shed ceiling and attractive wood floors. At the top of the stairs off the living area, the primary bedroom has a skylight and window with working shutters.

Beyond the main living area is a hallway leading to the kitchen, two more bedrooms and the bathroom. The kitchen has white cabinets and butcher board countertops. One bedroom has a built-in wardrobe. The bathroom has dual sinks, a glass-walled shower and a large bathtub. Closets in the hallway and foyer provide storage. Parking is available by permit.

Outdoor space: Occupants may apply for access to a private, 11-acre communal garden belonging to local residences for about $190 (£150) a year.