5A Cameron House Ave
Edinburgh EH16 5LF
Land For Sale · 0.50 ac

Lying two miles south of Edinburgh city centre, the prestigious residential area of Prestonfield enjoys a leafy setting on the fringes of Holyrood Park and against the backdrop of rugged Arthur's Seat. The property is just minutes' walk from excellent local services and amenities in neighbouring Mayfield and Newington. Popular with students and professionals alike, the latter hosts a superb selection of cafes, pubs and restaurants, independent shops and boutiques, and several cultural venues including The Queen's Hall and Summerhall. The property is also minutes' drive from Cameron Toll Shopping Centre, which is home to major retail outlets, eateries and a large Sainsbury's supermarket. For sports and fitness enthusiasts, Prestonfield Golf Club is just one of many prestigious golf courses in the area. The property is also a short stroll from Craigmillar Park Tennis Club, Inchpark Community Sports Club and The Royal Commonwealth Pool, which boasts Edinburgh's only 50-metre competition pool, a diving pool and a teaching pool, plus a state-of-the-art gym, fitness studios and a soft-play centre. Handy for both students and medical professionals, Prestonfield is particularly well-placed for access to The University of Edinburgh King's Buildings campus and Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. The property falls within the catchment area for highly-regarded Prestonfield Primary School (across the road) and Castlebrae High School, and benefits from various private childcare and schooling options in the vicinity. Owing to its southerly location, Prestonfield offers swift links to the A1 and Edinburgh City Bypass for easy access to Edinburgh International Airport, Queensferry Crossing and the M8/M9 motorway network. The area is also served by convenient public transport links and cycle paths for greener travel and commuting across the capital