New build homes for sale in Musselburgh

Well placed near the A1 which heads into Edinburgh (6 miles) which makes buying near the coast great for commuting. If you'd prefer, jump on a train and you could be in Edinburgh Waverley within seven minutes. Heading east from Edinburgh, the A1 takes a coastal route all the way to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The A720 is The City of Edinburgh Bypass, which sweeps west and connects to the M8 and Glasgow. Edinburgh Airport is around 17 miles away and can take around half an hour by car, by public transport, around an hour. East Coast Buses and Lothian Buses run frequent services to, from and around East Lothian.

The town has plenty of local clothes shops, homeware stores, pharmacies, independents, as well as a couple of convenience stores. There's a large Tesco Extra in Musselburgh with other smaller supermarkets nearby. Around a mile from the town, the Fort Kinnaird Retail Mall with 75 shops and a seven-screen multiplex cinema gives you all the top brands and entertainments you need. If you'd like to shop local, head to the monthly farmers’ market which is based in the Stables Courtyard at Newhailes House & Garden.

There are a lot of good schools, including Campie Primary School, Musselburgh Burgh Primary School and Stoneyhill Primary School. Older children can attend Holy Rood, Gracemount or St David's RC High Schools - or the coveted Grammar School, which is one of the oldest grammar schools in the country.

You have it all, the lovely seaside town, walks along the seafront, fish and chips overlooking the harbour and the city on your doorstep. Head into Edinburgh for museums, galleries, theatres, eclectic shopping, small boutiques, delicious cafes and a dazzling night life. Or stay home on the beautiful beaches of East Lothian.