Two-bedroom house on sale for £315,000 looks normal from the outside – but it’s hiding a magical secret
A HARRY POTTER-inspired flat in the heart of Edinburgh has hit the market for £315,000.
The two bedroom property, in the Canongate area of the Scottish capital, looks normal from the outside but is a Potterhead's dream once you step through the front door.
Set in the city where author JK Rowling began writing the hit fantasy novels, the unique flat is filled to the brim with enchanting decor.
The master bedroom has been fitted out like a Gryffindor dorm room, complete with a four-poster bed and candles that appear like they're floating.
The rare property also boasts a second smaller double bedroom that has been decorated like a carriage from the Hogwarts Express.
A cosy-looking living room is decked out like the Gryffindor common room, while the hallway is covered in portrait wallpaper.
The kitchen continues the theme with a mural featuring a Dumbledore-like figure, a dragon and a tree that resembles the Whomping Willow from the books.
A white owl that looks just like Harry's trusty pet Hedwig has also been hung up on the wall in a final nod to the fictional series.
Keys and various other wizardly items are featured throughout the magical home, which was decorated by Harry Potter fan and owner Yue Gao.
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Estate agent Aberdein Considine listed the property yesterday for offers over £315,000, saying: "This magical, rare and unique third floor flat is sure to leave you spellbound.
"Beautifully upgraded and decorated by a renowned interior designer, this property’s magical theme is truly bewitching.
"The attention to detail of this stunning home will only be fully appreciated upon internal inspection and the property is ideally to be sold fully furnished and as seen.
"The theme of the flat is evident as soon as you walk through the front door with stylish wallpaper and furnishings which set the scene for the remainder of the property.
"There are three cupboards within the hallway providing excellent storage.
"The main bedroom also has two front facing windows along with a full wall of full height drapes, cupboard with hanging rail and a striking four poster bed.
"Bedroom two has been designed to replicate a train cabin with a built-in bed and built-in cupboard."
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Social media users were impressed with the property when the agent teased several images earlier this month.
Carrie-ann Holland said: "Found our next home. Wonder if there’s a cupboard under the stairs for the wee boy?
Sarah Davidson added: "Cancel the new house, this is what you want."
And Victoria Slater joked: "Accio magical apartment.
"I need this in my life."
The first novel, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, was released in June 1997.
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It was written by JK Rowling in the Elephant House Café in Edinburgh and followed the lives of Harry himself and his best friends, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger.
It was later turned into a film franchise, which ended in 2011, and there have since been two spin-off movies and a West End show.
