Haddington 6 miles, Dunbar 8 miles, Edinburgh 25 miles• Ground floor – Communal entrance hall, staircase and large walk-in storage area• First floor: Entrance hall | snug/bedroom 4 | sitting room | dining kitchen | dining room | principal bedroom with ensuite bathroom (separate shower) | door that leads out to large south facing balcony• Second floor: Double bedroom | double bedroom with ensuite dressing | shower room• Utility room | W.C. | Wine Cellar• Large private parking area to the front | About 16 acres of communal grounds expansive well maintained lawns and mixed mature woodlandThe property is accessed off a tree-lined driveway with a large tarmac private parking area to the front of the house. The impressive a-listed house has been split into seven apartments with access through the front door into a communal entrance hallway. A staircase leads us to Apartment 4 on the first floor.Extending to over 4,200ft of accommodation, the apartment has been fully renovated by the current owners to provide exceptional accommodation for modern living set over two storeys. The property has retained many period features throughout including ornate cornicing, sash-and-case windows and open fireplaces in the reception rooms.On entering the apartment there is a spacious vestibule with doors off to the sitting room and snug. The snug has fitted bookshelves and could alternatively be used as a fourth bedroom. The sitting room with open fire place has wonderful views overlooking the gardens. The large kitchen which was installed by Murray & Murray has a double aspect with dining table and central island with a polished Scottish slate work top. There is an electric oven, hob and drinks fridge under the island. The cabinetry is all solid oak with integrated appliances including an electric 4-door aga, dishwasher and fridge freezer.Beyond the kitchen is a centrally located hallway and stair. Immediately off this there is the utility room and W.C. Also accessed off the hallway is the magnificent southeast facing balcony which is the perfect outdoor space for dining and entertaining. The dining room is also off the central hall and has an impressive fireplace, views over the tree-lined avenue with designer silk lined walls.The principal bedroom is located beyond the dining room and has an elegant bathroom adjacent complete with roll top bath, separate shower and open fireplace. Stairs lead up to the second floor with two further bedrooms and a shower room. The larger of the bedroom is fitted with bespoke bunk beds from Ogilvies of Haddington complete with dressing room.The central staircase also gives access to the ground floor with wine cellar and door out to the gardens via a shared hallway.GardensThe 16 acres of policies at Whittingehame are owned and maintained by the Principal Apartment. All of the proprietors have access to these grounds which include beautifully maintained parkland, vast rolling lawns lined by mature mixed woodland and including a commemorative oak planted by King Edward VII. The south of the house are private to the Principal Apartment.Whittingehame House is situated in the heart of East Lothian, just 3 miles outside the attractive village of East Linton. Surrounded by lush historic woodlands and the Whittingehame Water, meandering through unspoilt countryside, the immediate area offers magnificent walks and wildlife. Whilst in a secluded position, the A1 is close by and provides swift dual-carriageway access to Edinburgh city centre (forty minute-drive) and the south. The new train station at East Linton which will form part of East coast main line next year, will provide regular fast services to Edinburgh, Newcastle and on to London. The nearest train station currently is at Dunbar (7½ miles). The conservation village of Stenton is 1½ miles away and includes a primary school, church, bowling club and village hall. Slightly further away, East Linton with its picturesque High Street with an impressive range of amenities including a butcher/ deli, post office, hotel, pub, pharmacy. More extensive services can be found in Dunbar and Haddington including supermarkets, range of shops, hotels, banks and restaurants. There is excellent independent schooling throughout the local area including The Compass in Haddington, Belhaven Hill in Dunbar and Loretto in Musselburgh. Edinburgh city has a wealth of exceptional schooling, independent and international shops, restaurants, cafes and entertainment venues including a wide range of Art Galleries, Museums, Theatres and cinemas.East Lothian is synonymous with golf with 23 courses to choose from including Gullane 1,2 and 4, Luffness, Muirfield, Craigielaw, Longniddry, Archerfield and the West Links at North Berwick. The wonderful coastline is nearby with plenty of stunning sandy beaches and historical sites to visit. There is also a wealth of other outdoor pursuits and activities in the area including horse riding, walking, cycling and sailing. The John Muir Country Park, a haven for wildlife, is a short distance away, together with the Lammermuir Hills to the south providing plenty of hillwalking, as well as sporting opportunities including shooting and fishing.Edinburgh Airport (35 miles) provides regular flights to range of UK, European and International destinations.
