Dalkeith lies just seven miles from Edinburgh, Scotlands historic capital city, and is the largest town in Midlothian, and also its administrative centre. The area has been an important site since before Roman times there is evidence of a Druid circle at the point where the two branches of the River Esk meet, on the Dalkeith House estate. The estate agents in Dalkeith say this bustling town has a friendly atmosphere and a thriving community, and is perfect for anyone who wants to combine small-town life with easy access to Edinburgh. The most sought after suburbs in Dalkeith are Eskbank and Newbattle. There is a variety of houses for sale in Dalkeith, including stone built houses and cottages, traditional semi detached villas, developments of modern family homes, and apartments in purpose built blocks.
Amenities for properties in Dalkeith
Dalkeith town centre provides its residents with a wealth of shops, as well as a selection of restaurants and pubs. Kinnaird Retail Park is minutes away, and the Edinburgh City Bypass provides fast access to the Gyle Centre and Edinburghs city centre. Families considering Dalkeith property will discover the town has primary and secondary schools, as well as independent schools within easy reach of the town, including Merchiston, George Watson's, St. Margaret's, Fettes and Loretto. Leisure and sporting interests are also catered for in with a number of golf courses, clay pigeon shooting, Microlight Flying and also Midlothian Snowsports Centre, which is close-by in Hillend. And for walkers, Pentland Hills offers a variety of picturesque walks.
Transport for Dalkeith
If you are searching for houses for sale in Dalkeith you will discover the area can be reached by road via the A68, and is well located for access to the City Bypass, with connections to Edinburgh Airport and the Central Scotland motorway. The nearest railway station is in nearby Musselburgh, where frequent services run to Edinburghs Haymarket station in a journey time of approximately 15 minutes.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Dalkeith, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Bonnyrigg, Musselburgh and Penicuik.
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Particularly appealing terraced villa requiring minor remedial works in a sought after cul-de-sac
house, 4 bedrooms
With four bedrooms, two of which are en suite, and a separate study on the upper floor, The Colville offers spacious and flexible family living. The ground floor features a generous formal lounge...
house, 4 bedrooms
The charming Bryce features four spacious bedrooms, two of which are en suite, and a well equipped family bathroom with separate shower enclosure on the upper floor. Downstairs a spacious lounge...
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The four bedroom Cleland features a spacious formal lounge to the front with a generous combined family dining area and kitchen to the rear, where French doors open out to the decking area and...
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The site is located on the western fringe of Eskbank, Dalkeith, adjacent to the former/new Jewel & Esk Valley College Campus. Eskbank is a popular and sought after residential area with easy...
house, 4 bedrooms
Fabulous 4 Bedroom Family Home in Excellent Decorative Order!
flat, 2 bedrooms
A very well located upper villa in move in condition which is well placed for commuting into Edinburgh. Accom comprises, lounge, sep kitchen, 2 double bedrooms and bathroom. GCH. D/G. Pvte Garden...
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UNDER OFFER. Beautifully presented mid terraced villa with private driveway to front and patio garden to rear. Ideal starter home in move-in condition. Contemporary fully fitted kitchen with all...
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A wonderful opportunity to acquire a derelict mill house (circa 1703) currently in need of refurbishment with potential to create a fantastic four-storey family home.
Standing within a...
house, 4 bedrooms
In the L-shaped Dewar, both the formal lounge and spacious open plan kitchen and family/dining room provide access to the rear garden via French doors. Upstairs the galleried landing invites you...