Columba House
10 Columba Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3QT
10 Columba Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3QT
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"Originally built as a Manse over 100 years ago, Columba House is a beautiful large 12 bedroom traditional stone build house, located just off Queensferry Road, within the desirable Blackhall area, in ..." Show more "Originally built as a Manse over 100 years ago, Columba House is a beautiful large 12 bedroom traditional stone build house, located just off Queensferry Road, within the desirable Blackhall area, in Edinburgh. All rooms are bright and spacious, feature en-suite facilities and decorated to a high standard, offering a comfortable and homely feel.This house is conveniently situated near excellent bus routes to the city centre and close to a small range of local shops and cafes. The popular Craigleith retail park is also within walking distance and can also be accessed by a regular bus service.
At both the front and rear of Columba house are extensive private garden grounds, which are regularly maintained. Also featured is a generous off street private parking area, as well general on-street parking for visitors.
The house is staffed between 8am and 7pm and between the hours of 7pm and 8am, a remote community alarm system is in place to deal with emergencies out with these hours. Lunch and evening meals are provided daily and food provisions are available for breakfast. A communal laundry service is included and is available for residents use. On a weekly basis, a Domestic assistant maintains all communal areas and en suite facilities to a high standard on a weekly basis." Show less
Main Facts
Housing-with-care
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
12 flats. Built in 1870. Sizes studio. Includes mobility standard properties.
Very Sheltered scheme with Non-resident management staff (7 days) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Dining room, Laundry, Garden, Conservatory, Hobby room, Activities room, Assisted bathing facility
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 100 yards; shop 200 yards; post office 0.5 mile(s); town centre 0.6 mile(s); GP 0.3 mile(s); social centre 0.1 mile(s).
Monthly Social activities include: weekly and monthly activities, organised by Mansfield VSH. Meal(s) available (2 meals provided daily & breakfast ingredients provided daily). New residents accepted from 50 years of age.
Housing Authority: Edinburgh
Social Care Authority: Edinburgh
Info updated: 30/01/2017
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