Willow Meadows

Willow Meadows is located in a quiet, semi-rural setting with convenient access to nearby amenities and city attractions. It is just a 25-minute drive from Edinburgh city centre and two miles away from Musselburgh, with excellent transport links via the A1, A68, and A7.

This development falls under the administration of East Lothian Council.

Surrounded by ample attractions, life at Willow Meadows is richly fulfilling. The development is a convenient 10-minute drive away from several relaxing places of interest. Dalkeith Country Park is host to 1,000 acres of leisure ranging from picturesque walks to Go Ape. Musselburgh Beach forms part of the stunning Scottish coastline, with sandy walks in abundance and visitors marvelling at the beautiful sunsets over Fisherrow Harbour.

Around a 20-minute drive takes residents to Gore Glen Woodland Park, the popular destination boasting gorgeous scenery of Pentland Hills, in addition to eight miles of serene woodland and river walks.

For days exploring the beautiful sights of Edinburgh city centre, residents are just a 30-minute drive away or 50 minutes via public transport. Visitors relish the stunning architecture, cobbled streets, and exciting leisure opportunities including Edinburgh Castle, The National Museum of Scotland, and The Royal Botanical Gardens.

Residents have the best of both worlds – a quiet area on their doorstep while being well-connected to the local vicinity via a fantastic transport network.

Commuters have excellent links via the A1, which is around four miles away, and the A68, which is a short seven-minute drive away; both major roads offer routes across the local area and the country. Furthermore, those travelling to Edinburgh can reach their destination in 25 minutes via the A1.

Train travel is easily achieved either via Musselburgh Railway Station two miles away, or Shawfair Railway Station a seven-minute drive from the homes. From Musselburgh, travellers arrive at Edinburgh Waverley in just six minutes, while trips to Glasgow from Shawfair last around an hour and a half.

For travel by air, Edinburgh Airport is just 16 miles away, with domestic and international flights readily available.

Those with primary school-aged children benefit from a choice of sought-after schools a short distance away. Both Pinkie St. Peters Primary School and Stoneyhill Primary School are around a five-minute drive away, while Musselburgh Burgh Primary School is a short 12-minute drive away.

For secondary-aged children, there are several choices which take 10 minutes when driving - Musselburgh Grammar School, Portobello High School, Dalkeith High School, and St David’s Roman Catholic High School.

Edinburgh College is the main and largest college serving the area with four campuses, the nearest of which is three-and-a-half miles away, with courses for those interested in education after secondary school.

The closest university to the homes is Queen Margaret University, which is two miles away. Several other universities can be reached in under half an hour, including The University of Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt University, and Edinburgh Napier University.

Whitecraig is home to several smaller convenience stores which provide everyday essentials, with larger grocery superstores found in the nearby town of Dalkeith. This town, which has buildings adorned with attractive brickwork, is particularly good in terms of amenities. A pharmacy, family baker shop, several banks, and a selection of well-loved retail stores line the high street. The eateries down this street are popular also, with an Indian, Italian, a hearty pub, and café enticing customers in.

Journeys to Straiton Retail Park last 15 minutes when driving, the shopping park boasting a generous selection of high street brands.

For wider shopping needs, Edinburgh city centre has a plethora of retail options, including luxury brands, fan favourite retail stores, and independent businesses; Princes Street is the main area for shopping.