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Property in Penicuik
If you are looking for houses for sale in Penicuik you have come to the right place.
Penicuik lies in Midlothian on the west bank of the River North Esk and was developed as a planned village in 1770 by Sir James Clerk of Penicuik, becoming a burgh in 1867. The majority of the houses for sale in Penicuik appeal to the family buyer due to excellent local facilities and schooling.
The town is well served with an extensive range of supermarkets and a choice of local shopping. Straiton Retail Park, just a short drive away, offers a more extensive range of shops including High Street names such as Marks and Spencer, Next and Sainsbury's.
Penicuik offers a wide range of sports and leisure facilities, together with hill walking on the Pentland Hills and, for the golfing enthusiasts, Glencorse golf course is nearby.
Near to the town is the Glencorse Parish Kirk which formed part of the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson's Kidnapped and those choosing to live in Penicuik property could find themselves in streets named after characters in the book.
Property in Penicuik varies and includes a mixture of affordable housing, modern developments and traditional Victorian buildings and offers houses for sale as well as a selection of flats and bungalows to suit all tastes and budgets. ESPC solicitor estate agents offer advice and support on all aspects of moving to Penicuik.
Elsewhere in Midlothian, the most popular towns with property for sale include Mayfield, Newtongrange, Dalkeith and Loanhead.
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