Minto Mews, Edinburgh EH9

Set within an exclusive modern development in Newington, Minto Mews is a striking contemporary home offering approximately 2,500 sq ft of beautifully executed living space, defined by exceptional natural light, generous proportions and refined architectural detailing. Completed to a high modern standard and benefiting from two private parking spaces, the property combines sleek design with the calm privacy of a discreet mews setting.

The house opens into a welcoming vestibule and hallway that immediately set the tone for the scale and quality found throughout, leading into the impressive open plan kitchen, dining and living space. This expansive area, with its clean contemporary finishes, skylights and extensive glazing, forms the social heart of the home. The modern kitchen features a large island and integrated appliances, while the adjoining dining and living zones flow effortlessly, creating a superb setting for entertaining and everyday life. Large doors reveal the private rear garden, allowing natural light to pour in and enhancing the seamless indoor–outdoor connection. A sitting room or fifth bedroom to the front of the property, along with a convenient WC, complete this level. The entire ground floor benefits from underfloor heating. 

A staircase rises to the first floor, where two substantial rooms offer outstanding flexibility. One is ideal as a family room or generous double bedroom, benefitting from excellent proportions and natural light. The principal suite occupies a significant portion of this floor and features a dedicated dressing room along with a luxurious en suite bathroom. A beautifully finished bathroom serves this level.

The second floor is home to two well appointed double bedrooms, each with access to a private sun terrace, creating elevated outdoor spaces with charming outlooks. One bedroom enjoys an en suite shower room, while the other is served by a well designed family shower room.

Externally, the rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped to offer an attractive, low maintenance outdoor environment with terraced seating and excellent privacy. Two private parking spaces further enhance the appeal of this desirable home.

Positioned in one of Edinburgh’s most prestigious residential neighbourhoods, Minto Mews offers contemporary living at its finest, close to the amenities of Marchmont, The Grange and Bruntsfield, as well as outstanding local schools and expansive green spaces.

Newington is a highly desirable residential neighbourhood located just over a mile south of Edinburgh’s city centre. The area offers an excellent range of local amenities, with independent shops catering to day to day needs and the Cameron Toll Shopping Centre within easy walking distance. Its position is particularly convenient for those connected to the University of Edinburgh, with the King’s Buildings, the Royal Infirmary and the Scottish Parliament all close by.

Residents enjoy an abundance of recreational options, including the Royal Commonwealth Pool and the expansive green open spaces of Holyrood Park, Arthur’s Seat, The Meadows and Blackford Hill, along with several renowned golf courses. Neighbouring districts such as The Grange, Morningside and Marchmont are all within easy reach, offering further amenities including a Waitrose, an M&S Food Hall, cafés, restaurants and additional leisure facilities.

Schooling in the area is excellent, with well regarded state options including St Peter’s Primary School and James Gillespie’s High School, while leading independent schools such as George Watson’s College, George Heriot’s and Merchiston Castle School are also readily accessible. Regular bus services provide swift connections to the city centre and surrounding districts, and the City Bypass is easily reached, offering convenient links to the motorway network, Edinburgh Airport and the Forth Road Bridge/Queensferry Crossing.