NORTHFIELD
550 Lanark Road West, Edinburgh EH14 7BW
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A truly outstanding property of historic significance, Northfield is one of the finest homes in Edinburgh designed in a Scottish Baronial style replete with turrets and gables by eminent Edinburgh architect Walter Crum Watson, whose accomplishments include work on the design of The Victoria & Albert Museum.
This handsome family home spans over 6,000 square feet, and benefits from a charming two-bedroom Gardner’s Cottage peacefully nestled within grounds, with stunning landscaped gardens, featuring an array of wooded, landscaped and formal gardens.
Commanding a striking elevated position enjoying far-reaching panoramic views, Northfield is situated on the edge of the much sought-after and picturesque conservation village of Balerno that sits in the shadow of the majestic Pentland Hills. Arranged over three levels, the property retains a wealth of period charm including original fireplaces, sash and case windows, and a servant bell call system. The architect added several unique design features including carved monogrammed datestone plaque and the Portuguese tiled feature of Madonna della Catena above the front door, a hidden panelled cupboard in the drawing room, and the grape motifs that decorate the exterior drainpipes. Of particular design note is the barrel-vaulted wood-panelled drawing room that spans the full length of the house.
The property is close to good local schooling, plus many Edinburgh independent schools provide private transport to and from Balerno. Northfield lies within a short distance from Curriehill train station which runs regular services into Edinburgh’s city centre. The City Bypass is easily accessible and links that connect to Edinburgh International Airport and Central Scotland’s main motorways network.
3
6
3
6626
Beds
Receptions
Baths
Sq Ft
A truly outstanding property of historic significance, Northfield is one of the finest homes in Edinburgh designed in a Scottish Baronial style replete with turrets and gables by eminent Edinburgh architect Walter Crum Watson, whose accomplishments include work on the design of The Victoria & Albert Museum.
This handsome family home spans over 6,000 square feet, and benefits from a charming two-bedroom Gardner’s Cottage peacefully nestled within grounds, with stunning landscaped gardens, featuring an array of wooded, landscaped and formal gardens.
Commanding a striking elevated position enjoying far-reaching panoramic views, Northfield is situated on the edge of the much sought-after and picturesque conservation village of Balerno that sits in the shadow of the majestic Pentland Hills. Arranged over three levels, the property retains a wealth of period charm including original fireplaces, sash and case windows, and a servant bell call system. The architect added several unique design features including carved monogrammed datestone plaque and the Portuguese tiled feature of Madonna della Catena above the front door, a hidden panelled cupboard in the drawing room, and the grape motifs that decorate the exterior drainpipes. Of particular design note is the barrel-vaulted wood-panelled drawing room that spans the full length of the house.
The property is close to good local schooling, plus many Edinburgh independent schools provide private transport to and from Balerno. Northfield lies within a short distance from Curriehill train station which runs regular services into Edinburgh’s city centre. The City Bypass is easily accessible and links that connect to Edinburgh International Airport and Central Scotland’s main motorways network.
3
6
3
6626
Beds
Receptions
Baths
Sq Ft
3
6
3
6626
Beds
Receptions
Baths
Sq Ft
Floor Plan
Ground Floor
Entrance Vestibule, Reception, Hall, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Dining-Kitchen,
Larder/Store, Home Office, Bedroom Three, Cloakroom, Pantry x3,
Butler’s Pantry/Utility Room, Boot Room, Coal Store, Laundry, Workshop
First Floor
Drawing Room, Principal Bedroom & Ensuite Bathroom,
Two Further Double Bedrooms, Dressing Room/Study, Family Bathroom,
WC Room, Linen Cupboard, Maid’s Pantry with Sink
Second Floor
Self-Contained Apartment with Kitchenette, Dining-Sitting Room,
Bedroom Five & Six, Shower Room, WC Room. Access to Extensive Attic Storage
Gardner’s Cottage
Entrance Hall, Living-Dining Room, Kitchen, Two Double Bedrooms,
Family Bathroom, Store Room
Outside Space
Front Driveway, Parking Outside the Front of the Property,
Designated Car Park Adjacent to Gardener’s Cottage, Double Garage,
Two Greenhouses, Wrap Around Grounds with ancient Yew Hedge,
Knot Rose Parterre Formal Garden, Woodland with Bluebell Copse,
Lawns, Mature Trees, Rhododendrons
Summary of Accommodation
A truly outstanding property of historic significance, Northfield is one of the finest homes in Edinburgh. This handsome family home spans over 6,000 square feet, and benefits from a charming two-bedroom Gardner’s Cottage peacefully nestled within grounds.
Fixtures and Fittings
Only appliances specifically mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale price. In all other aspects the treatment of fixtures and fittings within the relevant Conveyancing Standard Clauses apply.
Services
Gas heating, mains water, electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations).
Viewing is strictly by appointment through Rettie & Co. 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6DH. Tel: 0131 220 4160.
Viewings
Offers
Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co. & Rettie LLP’s. A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed later. Please note that interested parties are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order that they may be advised should a closing date be set. The seller reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.
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April 2025 - First Issue
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Location
Northfield sits on the edge of Balerno, a picturesque conservation village and a much sought-after residential address. It is located around seven miles southwest of Edinburgh city centre and near to the City Bypass providing easy access to Edinburgh International Airport and Scotland’s central motorway network. The situation offers a wonderful combination of countryside living with easy access to all the cosmopolitan delights of the city centre.
Balerno provides a wide range of local amenities including a library, a dentist, gastro pubs and there are two Scotmid Coo-op supermarkets in the heart of Balerno village. The highly rated Flotterstone Inn is a scenic four-mile walk away. In terms of larger supermarkets, the nearby Gyle Shopping Centre and Hermiston Gate retail parks providing a wide range of high street stores including a M&S superstore and a Tesco.
There are plenty of excellent recreational and leisure facilities in the locality with access to The Pentland Hills Regional Park and Malleny Garden, a National Trust Property, close by. The Water of Leith Walkway is easily accessible and runs for 12-miles from Balerno to Leith and provides both walking and cycling links to the city centre. The popular Currie Rugby Club is located in Balerno, whilst the dry ski slopes at Midlothian Ski Centre and Kingsknowe and Baberton Golf Clubs are within a short drive.
The property sits within the school catchment area for the Balerno High School and Dean Park Primary School. There are plenty of private schools available locally including Merchiston College, George Watson’s College (a school bus stops on the road outside the property) and George Heriots College.
There are regular bus services from Balerno into the city centre whilst Curriehill Station is less than two miles away. The City Bypass provides easy access to Edinburgh International Airport, Edinburgh Business Park, Heriot Watt University and Research Park and the RBS HQ at Gogar.
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