Location

Viewforth, is located on the outskirts of Lasswade in a picturesque semi-rural location within the Broomieknowe Conservation Area.

This is a well-established and sought after residential district, approximately one miles from the city bypass and seven miles south of Edinburgh city centre. The Edinburgh Royal Infirmary is about four miles away.

Eskbank railway station is just two miles away with regular services into Edinburgh city centre.

There are excellent facilities in the area with good local shopping and schooling and a wide range of recreational and leisure facilities, as well as a number of golf courses including Kings Acre, Broomieknowe and the Melville Golf Centre.

The Esk Valley and Pentland Hills offer a variety of picturesque and challenging walks and the Hillend dry ski slope and both are within a mile or two of the house. The many beaches and golf courses of East Lothian are also within easy reach, via the City Bypass and A1.

Various excellent independent schools are within reach, including Merchiston, George Watson's, Fettes and Loretto. The property also falls within the catchment area for Lasswade Primary School, St Mary's Primary School in Bonnyrigg, St David's RC High School in Dalkeith and Lasswade High School.

Lasswade is also well located for access to the City Bypass, with connections to Edinburgh Airport and the Central Scotland motorway network.

Description

Viewforth is a charming detached Victorian villa, beautifully constructed from stone and set within expansive garden grounds. The property offers a high degree of privacy, sweeping views, and an abundance of natural light throughout the day. Having been sympathetically upgraded in recent years, the property seamlessly combines modern living with the preservation of its delightful traditional features, including natural timber floors, original stone stairs with wrought iron balustrades, intricate cornicing, astragal windows, and working shutters throughout.

The grounds are accessed through stone pillars, leading to a track that is shared with just one other property.

The property's front door is located to the rear of the house and opens into a welcoming reception hall, from which the well-proportioned accommodation flows.

The elegant sitting room is generously sized, benefiting from both south and west-facing aspects that flood the room in natural light throughout the day. Double doors open onto a glazed veranda, a true sun trap perfect for relaxation and entertaining. Adjacent to the sitting room, the dining room offers a more formal setting with its charming bay window, providing unrestricted views over the garden and the landscape beyond.

Off the hallway, the cosy family room creates a warm atmosphere and flows seamlessly into the modern, fully-fitted kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with integrated appliances, ample wall and base units, and features a spacious area for a dining table and chairs.

The utility room, located at the rear of the kitchen, houses a sink and the boiler, and provides access to a workshop that offers additional storage and flexible use.

Completing the ground floor accommodation is a conveniently located WC.

Ascending the staircase to the first floor, you'll find four generously proportioned double bedrooms. The two front-facing bedrooms offer stunning views over the Esk Valley, while the rear bedrooms enjoy delightful vistas of the garden grounds. Each room is spacious and is serviced by a washroom and a separate family bathroom.

Externally, the property is approached via stone pillars and a track that leads to the secure double gates. The front walled gardens are beautifully maintained and feature a winding driveway with ample space for multiple vehicles. A variety of mature plants, shrubs, and trees provide vibrant colour throughout much of the year. The glazed veranda area is particularly noteworthy, offering a perfect spot to enjoy the sun year-round. Additionally, the property includes a single garage within the front garden.

To the rear of the house, a charming seating area offers unparalleled views of the Esk Valley. Steps lead down to the tiered garden, which features well-maintained lawns, a variety of mature trees and shrubs, a summerhouse, secluded patio and paved areas ideal for outdoor seating and summer barbecues, as well as large plant beds.