This Old Town four-bedroom home, linked to One Day and Burke and Hare, with one of city's most iconic views, is currently available for offers over £550,000.
This garden flat at 1 Vennel, is on one of Edinburgh's most historically significant addresses, a street that has witnessed five centuries of the city's most dramatic moments.
The story of the Vennel begins with a defeat. Following Scotland's catastrophic losses at the Battle of Flodden in 1513, Edinburgh's citizens rushed to fortify the city. The stretch of the Flodden Wall running beside the Vennel, along with its watchtower, are among the most noteworthy surviving remnants of Edinburgh's medieval defences.
The Vennel's more notorious chapter came in 1828, when it was named in the Burke and Hare trial. Helen McDougal, common-law wife of William Burke, cited the street in a false alibi during proceedings that shocked the country and changed the course of medical law.
More recently, the Vennel has found a new audience entirely, serving as a filming location for The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, Netflix's One Day and the recent Rebus series.
Throughout the home there is an abundance of character, with exposed stonework, original fireplaces and traditional architectural details sitting comfortably alongside modern finishes.
The garden is undoubtedly one of the property's defining features. Beautifully established and thoughtfully landscaped, it offers a wonderful level of privacy with mature trees, including a striking acer, well-stocked borders, a central lawn and sheltered stone patio creating an idyllic setting for outdoor dining and relaxation.
Francesca Hill, area director at Coulters Property, said: "1 Vennel is one of those addresses that genuinely stops people in their tracks. The history alone is extraordinary, but what makes this property so special is that it offers real, liveable space alongside all of that character. It is a truly rare and special combination."
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5. Iconic address
The Vennel is one of Edinburgh's most iconic and picturesque addresses, tucked away just above the Grassmarket in the heart of the Old Town. Forming part of Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage Site and designated Conservation Area, this historic setting is renowned for its cobbled closes, centuries-old architecture and central location. | Coulters
6. Garden
The garden offers a wonderful level of privacy with mature trees, well-stocked borders, a central lawn and sheltered stone patio creating an idyllic setting for outdoor dining and relaxation. There is also a useful timber garden shed and a separate drying area. Despite being just moments from the bustle of the Grassmarket, the garden feels remarkably peaceful and secluded. A separate cellar provides additional storage space. | Coulters
7. Bedroom 1
The principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room, while a versatile family room with an exposed stone fireplace offers flexibility as a second sitting room or home office. | Coulters
8. Historic features
Throughout the home there is an abundance of character, with exposed stonework, original fireplaces and traditional architectural details sitting comfortably alongside modern finishes. | Coulters