- 5 - 6 bedrooms +
- 2 - 3 reception rooms +
- 5 bathrooms +
- Period +
- Garden +
- Parking +
- Patio +
- Rural +
- Linked +
West Wing is an exceptional five-bedroom residence within the illustrious, A-listed Whittingehame House—a stunning neoclassical mansion once home to British Prime Minister Arthur Balfour. Spanning over 5,700 sq. ft., this remarkable home has been sympathetically modernised to blend historical grandeur with contemporary comfort, offering a refined family living
experience across three floors.
Key Features:
- Elegant Reception Hall: A grand entrance vestibule leads into an impressive reception hall, complete with warm wood flooring, generous storage, and a cloakroom/WC.
- Expansive Drawing Room: Flooded with natural light from triple-aspect windows, the drawing room offers a sophisticated space for entertaining.
- Beautifully Appointed Kitchen: The timeless dining kitchen combines elegance with functionality, enhanced by a separate utility room for convenience.
- Versatile Living Spaces: Includes a spacious family room (or sixth bedroom), a cinema room (or games room), and a dedicated office for remote work or study.
- Luxurious Bedrooms: The opulent principal suite features a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, complemented by four additional double bedrooms, three with en-suites, and a stylish family bathroom.
- Private Gardens: Meticulously maintained grounds with gravelled seating
areas, a feature pond, mature trees, and manicured hedges create a tranquil outdoor retreat.
- Ample Parking: Includes a private garage with gym/store, two additional parking spaces, and access to resident and visitor parking.
Set amidst the breathtaking landscapes of East Lothian, West Wing at Whittingehame House offers a privileged lifestyle within easy reach of charming local villages and outstanding leisure opportunities. Just two miles away lies Stenton, a picturesque conservation village with a primary school, historic church, bowling club, and village hall. A few minutes further, East Linton's delightful High Street, lined with period properties, provides a superb range of amenities, including renowned restaurants, cafes, a mini supermarket, post office, and butcher. The village's train station also offers convenient access to Edinburgh in just over 20 minutes.
East Lothian is famed as Scotland's Golf Coast, boasting 21 outstanding golf courses and the world's highest concentration of championship links courses. From the revered fairways of Muirfield, The North Berwick Golf Club, and Archerfield, to Gullane's three renowned courses, golfers are spoilt
for choice—all within a 25–30 minute drive. For a more tranquil escape, the
luxurious spa retreats at Archerfield, Marine North Berwick, and Whitekirk
Hill (just 15 minutes away) provide sublime relaxation options.
The area's stunning coastline offers many opportunities for water sports, from paddleboarding and surfing to wild swimming. For more exhilarating pursuits, the outdoor adventure hub at Foxlake is only a 12-minute drive away, offering a range of adrenaline-filled activities.
Transport connections from Whittingehame are exceptional. The A1 provides swift access to Edinburgh and the south, while train services from East
Linton and Dunbar link to Edinburgh, Newcastle, and London. Edinburgh Airport is also a mere 35 miles away, ensuring that travel is seamless and convenient.
In East Lothian, residents enjoy an idyllic balance of countryside tranquility
and world-class recreational offerings, all within reach of Scotland's vibrant capital.