Ormiston Castle dates from 1851, designed in a Scots Baronial style by David Bryce and built for Archibald Wilkie of Ormiston. Over three years the house has been totally refurbished back to the brick, with new plumbing and electrical systems including light fittings throughout; accompanied by carefully selected high end fittings and finishings from around the world.

The ground floor features five spacious reception rooms, all restored back to their original features with modern facilities and ideal for entertaining. These include two magnificent drawing rooms, featuring original light oak herringbone parquet floor, antique original fireplaces with stunning marble surrounds, exquisite cornicing and ceiling roses.

The elegant dining room showcases part panelled walls and Victorian ostrich wallpaper, beautiful crystal wall lights and elegant chandeliers. Harris Tweed window seats adorn the two bay windows, overlooking the beautiful gardens of box hedge French Lavender and White Hydrangeas.

A stunning Clive Christian kitchen features a large central island with breakfast bar, two beautiful floor to ceiling handmade dressers, a gas fired four oven Aga and a range of high end appliances with exceptional units. The open plan design offers this kitchen and dining space a modern homely feel, within this historic castle setting. An adjacent Butler’s Pantry is equipped with solid granite work tops, antique original Belfast sink with copper fittings, heated Parque flooring, NEFF appliances and antique crystal chandelier. For entertainment, there is a purpose built 1930s Art Deco style cinema with Sistine Chapel design ceiling, star constellation fibre optics and fully fitted surround sound. Along with a traditional Highland style pub on the lower level, with access on to the patio.

A magnificent turned staircase leads to the galleried first-floor landing, with a spectacular contemporary chandelier. The first-floor includes the principal bedroom suite consisting of a private sitting room, spacious dressing room, bedroom with stunning views of the equestrian paddocks and a luxurious en-suite hand built marble tiled bathroom. The additional four luxury bedrooms all benefit from newly refurbished bathrooms with beautiful Italian Heritage suites and floor to ceiling Italian marble tiles; along with brand new feature radiators throughout and carpeted lit turrets, offering both charm and modern amenities.

Throughout the property underfloor heating has been installed as part of the refurbishment, along with a new heating system. The property also now benefits from a state of the art Loxone smart home management system allowing the curation of lighting, multi media, heating, energy saving and security – ideal for managing a property of this size while in residence or from afar.

This property has 15 acres of land.

Outside

The castle sits within 15 acres of fields and woodlands, with a waterfall and stream offering peace, seclusion and privacy to its residents.

The long driveway arrives at a smart gated entrance with security intercom set behind a charming bridge and opens onto a substantial turning circle with fountain fronting the house, with extensive parking to the side.

The gardens feature immaculate, level lawns, box hedging, colourful border flowerbeds and extensive patio areas for al fresco dining.

The Gogar Burn runs through the grounds, with its Grade C Listed bridge believed to be designed by the artist Alexander Naysmith.

There is also a hard tennis court and several fenced paddocks serving the stables block, which provides accommodation for several horses. The estate is equipped with extensive security features.

Situation

Ormiston Castle is ideally located just outside of Edinburgh, within easy reach of the city and it’s attractions. While excursions North to the Scottish Highlands are made simple via nearby The Queensferry Crossing, or West with quick access to the M8. Travel further afield is also convenient, with Edinburgh’s very well-connected airport only a short drive away. Kirknewton Railway Station is an easy 0.7 mile walk away.

Local Authority: West Lothian Council Services: Mains electricity, gas and water. Private drainage. Council Tax: Band H Tenure: Freehold Fixtures and Fittings: All fixtures and fittings are subject to offer. Wayleaves and easements: The property is sold subject to any wayleaves or easements, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

Directions

Exit the Edinburgh City Bypass, taking the A71 to the west. Pass Heriot Watt University, Dalmahoy Golf and Country Club, both on the left, and go through the village of Wilkieston. 1 ½ miles after Wilkieston, turn left towards Kirknewton. At the ‘T’ junction (about 0.4 mile), turn right, then immediately left up Leyden Road. Follow this road under the railway line, and the gates to Ormiston House will be seen straight ahead.