Description
Our long-awaited Larkfield development comprises 49 four and five bedroom homes from our distinctive Signature Collection. Situated in sought after Eskbank, its design complements the large Victorian and contemporary homes to be found here. A tranquil, leafy setting for families and professionals that’s in easy reach of Edinburgh via the A68 and A720, as well as the motorway and railway networks, the development also benefits from a regular bus service. So whether you want to pop into town or the city, Larkfield offers the height of convenience and luxury.
If you’re looking for that perfect balance of rural open space and urban convenience, you’ll most certainly find it at Larkfield in the desirable area of Eskbank. Situated 7 miles to the south east of Edinburgh, this new development of four and five bedroom homes boasts the unrivalled design, specification and finish of CALA’s Signature Collection. Light and space are abundant throughout, creating comfortable and contemporary family homes that enjoy a tranquil setting. Well positioned for commuters and country lovers alike, together with a great choice of local schools and amenities in Dalkeith, it all makes Larkfield a highly desirable place to call home.
Specification
Each CALA home enjoys its own array of unique features and benefits. Accordingly the specification will vary depending upon the size and style of home selected. CALA Sales Advisors will be delighted to discuss details of a particular house type with you.
KITCHENS
Each stylish kitchen has been individually studio designed to maximise both workspace and storage. High quality integrated appliances are fitted throughout each home as detailed below:
BATHROOMS & EN SUITES
Sanitaryware will be provided from the Laufen range, in white, and will be complemented with Hansgrohe taps and fittings. Silver finished shower enclosures, with white shower trays, will have Hansgrohe shower valves and heads.
Baths will be served by a wall mounted thermostatic combined bath filler and handheld spray set. Chrome towel warmers will be fitted as standard to bathrooms and master en suites. Wall tiling will be provided from selected Porcelanosa ranges.
Please consult a Sales Advisor for specific details relating to each individual property.
Fitted bathroom furniture will be installed in bathrooms, en suites and the ground floor cloakroom, as design dictates.
DECORATION
Internal walls will be finished in magnolia emulsion paint and ceilings will be finished in white. Internal pass doors will be oak veneered, with contemporary lever style handles. Skirting’s and facings will be finished in white gloss paint, with pre-finished crafted timber stair balustrades and handrail.
WARDROBES
All wardrobes will have pre-finished oak veneered bi-fold doors with matching shelves and hanging rail provided.
ELECTRICAL
SECURITY SYSTEM & SMOKE ALARMS
A ‘direct dial up’ security system offers added safety and security for your home. Mains wired smoke detectors in ground and upper hallways are also included for added peace of mind.
PLUMBING & HEATING
Direct mains pressure cold water will be supplied to all cold water outlets and direct mains pressure hot water will be provided via a heat exchange cylinder to all hot water outlets. In addition a solar powered water heating system will be installed, operating via solar panels fixed to the roof of each home at Larkfield. This system is designed to collect solar energy and re-direct it to the water cylinder, working in conjunction with a supplementary heat source to ensure hot water when needed, while reducing the carbon footprint of the home.
Central heating will be provided via a high efficiency gas boiler and radiator system. Each home will benefit from a ‘two zone’ system with programmable controls separately serving ground floor and upper floor accommodation for added comfort. Each radiator (except those occurring in rooms/areas with programmable thermostat), will have individual thermostatic control valves.
GARAGE
Each garage will feature sectional style doors which are easy to operate whilst being stylish and secure. Switchable lighting and power will also be provided.
ENERGY REDUCTION FEATURES
The CALA Signature range of homes available at Larkfield has been carefully designed to reduce CO2 emissions through improved insulation properties of the building fabric and the provision of renewable energy in the form of solar panels. All homes at Larkfield will be fitted with solar panels and associated boiler technology to generate hot water for domestic use. For full details and solar panel positions please consult a Sales Advisor.
EXTERNALS
The external finishes of each property will be in accordance with the development external schedule. Sales Advisors will be pleased to offer information on individual plot external finishes and colours.
Front gardens will be landscaped in accordance with approved landscape design. Garage driveways will be monoblock. Rear gardens will be graded, rough raked and rotovated. A rotary drier will be provided in the rear garden with linking path access. In addition a timber decking area will be provided in the rear garden of all properties.
A 1.8 metre high palisade fence will be erected between the rear gardens of each property.
Our Sales Advisor will be able to assist you with information on plot specific boundary fences, service strips, walls and factoring. A factoring company will be appointed to maintain all the common areas within the overall development, i.e. landscaped areas, open areas and car parking areas etc.
An annual fee will be payable by all residents at Larkfield. In order to satisfy building regulations, barrier free access will be provided to either the front or rear entrance. Please consult a Sales Advisor for full details.
Leisure facilities
Once an important railway station en route south to the Borders, the conservation village of Eskbank is now recognised as one of Midlothian’s most attractive and prestigious residential locations. Neighbouring Dalkeith offers a range of shops, restaurants, pubs, leisure facilities and other amenities. There are also scenic parks and golf clubs nearby, while out of town you can visit Rosslyn Chapel, the Butterfly Farm, Bird of Prey Centre, Deep Sea World and of course, Edinburgh Zoo. Education is equally well catered for, including the purpose-built Dalkeith Campus. Close to the A68 and A720 bypasses, together with the re-establishment of a link to the national rail network planned at Eskbank, choosing Larkfield could be your smartest move yet.
Nearest schools:
- Lasswade Primary School (0.7 miles)
- King's Park Primary School (0.8 miles)
- Newbattle Abbey College - Secondary (1.0 miles)
Nearest stations:
Newcraighall
(3.0 miles)
Musselburgh
(3.1 miles)
Brunstane
(3.7 miles)
Site plan
CALA Homes
For many, the name CALA is synonymous with stunning design.
You’ll see it throughout our exclusive developments with their striking, individual homes, which combine traditional design features with contemporary home comforts. Generously proportioned and boasting light, bright living areas, these aspirational and award winning homes are the foundation of CALA’s excellent reputation in the quality house building market.
We began building homes over thirty years ago, and today we apply the same guiding principles of exceptional design and build, insisting on meeting stringent standards and offering value for money in a wide range of sought-after locations. Whatever you’re seeking, be it a stylish waterfront apartment, a rural retreat or an urban pied-a-terre, CALA Homes offer an outstanding choice of properties for the discerning housebuyer across the UK.
