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Property for sale in Midlothian

Midlothian is an area steeped in history, beautiful scenery, fascinating visitor attractions and is a mere seven miles from Edinburgh city centre.

Midlothian is a mainly rural area, with almost a quarter of the area being classified as prime agricultural land and is also one of the hilliest parts of the Central Lowlands. Its boundaries are marked by the Pentland Hills to the west & the Moorfoots to the south.

The Pentland Hills Regional Park, which offers great opportunities to experience and enjoy the outdoors, lies partly within Midlothian. Hillend Country Park, containing the largest dry ski facility in Western Europe, is located in the Midlothian area. In addition, Midlothian Council maintains major facilities at Vogri Country Park and at Roslin Glen Country Park.

An excellent bus service and good road networks, including the City Bypass just 5 minutes away, make houses for sale in Midlothian popular with commuters working in Edinburgh. Penicuik and Beeslack High Schools are on a par with the best city schools in terms of league tables.

As the area continually enhances its reputation as a place in which to live and work, property for sale in Midlothian becomes ever more popular. Some more famous names from Midlothian are Darren Fletcher, Scottish International footballer, who hails from Dalkeith and Sir Walter Scott who write his novel, The Heart of Midlothian, while living at Lasswade.

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