Ladywood View

Location

Ladywood View is nestled in the attractive town of Penicuik, within a well-established community just a 30-minute drive from Edinburgh city centre. The A701 and the A702 can both be reached within half a mile, while The City of Edinburgh Bypass is around a six minute drive to the North 

The development is situated on Mauricewood Road, Penicuik, and falls within the boundaries of Midlothian Council.

Leisure

Outdoor pursuits in the area are plentiful, with the Pentland Hills Regional Park less than a 5-minute drive from home. This beautiful regional park comprises 10,000 hectares of countryside and over 100km of pathways. Boasting a rich mosaic of farmland, heather moorland, reservoirs, woodland and hills, this varied landscape is ripe for exploration.

The Glencorse golf club, recently voted one of Scotland’s hidden gems, is a friendly, picturesque inland course situated just 5 minutes away by car. With an abundance of trees and home the Glencorse Burn, it’s a formidable course, testing the most experienced golfer and offering great practice for the modest competitor.

Further sporting activities are on offer at Penicuik Leisure Centre, just one mile from Ladywood View. The centre presents a swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, and a scheduled programme of fitness classes, as well as a spa, sauna, steam room and a children’s soft play area.

Nearby Edinburgh hosts an annual calendar of events, with the Edinburgh Art Festival, International Film Festival and the renowned comedy Fringe Festival amongst them.

Shopping and dining

Locally, Penicuik offers a well-established community with an excellent range of shopping facilities. A major supermarket superstore is located within easy walking distance of Ladywood View, while brand name shops, convenience stores and family-owned boutiques can be found along the high street.

Dining in Penicuik offers a tempting array of cuisines including French, Indian, Chinese and traditional Scottish fare, all located within the town centre. These are also a variety of local pubs on offer, serving delicious homemade meals and local ales.

The inspiring city of Edinburgh is just a 30-minute drive from Ladywood View, and boasts a range of shopping opportunities worthy of a world-class capital city. Here, residents will find an impressive mix of high-street, designer and independent outlets, as well as traditional farmers’ markets and seasonal food festivals.

Eating out in Edinburgh is an event in itself, with an unrivalled selection of award-winning fine-dining venues, bars and pubs.

Transport

With an enviable central location, Ladywood View benefits from excellent commuter links in the close surrounding area. The A701 just a short distance from the development, providing a direct route into Edinburgh in just 30 minutes.

The City of Edinburgh bypass, a 15-minute drive from Ladywood View, circles the south of Edinburgh linking with the A1 towards north east England, the M8 towards Glasgow, and the A8 towards Stirling, as well as other major routes.

For international travel, Edinburgh international airport is around 25 minutes away by car.

Education

An ideal location for families, Ladywood View is within easy reach of several well-regarded local schools, offering both primary and secondary education. Mauricewood Primary School and Beeslack High School are both around one mile away from the development.

Those seeking further education may consider the prestigious Edinburgh University, rated one of the top 20 universities in the world.