10 Dalhousie Road, Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 3AS

The property

Andersonbain are proud to bring to market an impressive Victorian stone built villa with extensive outbuildings and grounds in the popular arear of Eskbank, near Dalkeith. The property has been extended previously to provide generous and practical accommodation currently laid out with 5 bedrooms, a study and music room (Bed 6) upstairs and a flexible layout downstairs providing ample family or entertaining space. Original period features have been retained throughout and the property has been lovingly maintained but some areas would now benefit from upgrading. Externally there is a sizeable outdoor area with parking for several vehicles and original outbuildings offering additional storage or development opportunities. Combined with excellent transport links by both road and rail, Eskbank is a prime location for those commuting to Edinburgh for work or leisure. As this property will be popular with a range of buyers, we recommend early viewing to fully appreciate the space, size and location so you can assess what’s on offer. The property offers a grand entrance through the original entrance door into a reception hall allowing you to take in the grandeur of the original parque flooring and staircase. Downstairs is a formal living room and dining room both with working fireplaces and window shutters, decorative ceiling cornicing to name a few of the features. Moving toward of the rear of the property there is an informal family room in the original scullery, where there is also a practical side entrance to the property. A cosy breakfasting kitchen looks towards the rear of the property where there is also a south facing conservatory, sizeable utility room, shower room, rear staircase and additional WC. Upstairs are six sizeable double bedrooms, modern family bathroom, music room (Bed 6) and study. Externally to the rear is a sizeable garden area laid to lawn, with fruit bearing trees leading to the back gate. The original forge with hayloft above, believed to have been completed in 1901 and to have served as the local “smiddy”. At the side of the property where a gravel drive is now located are the original coal sheds next to the stables and carriage house. Throughout the property there is an abundance of storage space with conveniently located press’ and clever use of the original layout. Eskbank is located approximately seven miles South of Edinburgh city centre, and is a highly regarded, established town with a true sense of community, locally regarded as the well heeled area of Dalkeith. There is a wide choice of local amenities which include a number of independent stores, convenience shops, a post office, doctor and dentist surgeries. There is a choice of larger supermarkets in the local vicinity. The Borders Railway Line is within a walking distance at nearby Eskbank Station, offering a rail link to Edinburgh Waverley or the Borders. The area also benefits from excellent schools within the catchment area, covering education from nursery to secondary levels. In addition there are a number of private schools within an easy commute including Loretto Independent School in Musselburgh, George Watsons College, Mary Erskine’s and Stewart Melville College. The area is well served by public transport with regular bus services operating to and from the city centre and to many parts of the Lothians and beyond, with a convenient park and ride service also based at Sheriffhall. Both Dalkeith and Edinburgh are within easy reach by road, and access is straightforward as there is a rapid link to the Sheriffhall Roundabout, leading to the city bypass, Edinburgh Airport and onwards to the motorway network.