2 bed flat for sale

James Lean Avenue, Dalkeith EH22

Situated in an established residential area of Dalkeith adjacent to the River South Esk, this immaculately presented two-bedroom lower villa has been fully renovated in 2025 to an exceptional standard. With modern interiors, high-quality finishes, and a prime location close to local amenities, this stunning home is ideal for first-time buyers, professionals, and downsizers alike. The welcoming entrance hallway offers generous space, modern wood-effect flooring, and a deep storage cupboard with its own lighting. The bright and spacious living/dining room benefits from dual-aspect windows, providing excellent natural light, while a press cupboard and elegant coving add to the character of the space. Set off the living area, the stylish new kitchen boasts contemporary units, stone-effect worktops, a matching splashback, and a stainless steel sink with a drainer. A full range of integrated appliances includes a fridge freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, oven, and gas hob, while a rear door provides direct access to the enclosed south-facing garden. Both bedrooms are well-proportioned doubles, offering ample space for freestanding storage. The principal bedroom benefits from dual-aspect natural light and carpeted flooring, while the rear-facing second bedroom also features a comfortable layout with a pendant light fitting and carpeted flooring. The modern bathroom has been beautifully upgraded with contemporary wall panelling, stylish flooring, and a three-piece suite, including a mains, rainfall shower over the bath and a sleek chrome ladder-style radiator.

Eskbank and Dalkeith, located in the heart of Midlothian, are just eight miles from Edinburgh's city centre, offering a superb range of local amenities. Both areas feature convenient supermarkets such as Morrison’s and Lidl, alongside a variety of shops and services. Ideal for commuters, the city bypass is easily accessible, providing swift links to central Edinburgh, nearby towns, and some of the city's major retail parks. Straiton Retail Park, only a short drive away, boasts a Sainsbury’s, Boots, an M&S Food store, and one of Scotland’s two ikea stores, along with several other well-known high-street brands. The area is well-served by local schools, catering to primary and secondary education, and benefits from regular public transport connections to Edinburgh and beyond.