Lauder Grove

Development Overview

Lauder Grove is a new build homes development by Taylor Wimpey, located at Lilybank Wynd, off Glasgow Road, Ratho Station, Edinburgh, EH28 8AQ. The development comprises a total of 132 high-quality properties, 25% of which are designated as affordable homes, creating a balanced, family-friendly community on the western edge of Edinburgh. The open-market offering focuses primarily on spacious 4-bedroom detached homes from the Scottish house type range, designed to suit modern family living and commuting requirements. The development is nearing completion, with the final homes now available for reservation.

Property Details

The remaining new build homes are predominately 4-bedroom detached house types, including models such as ‘The Maxwell,’ ‘The Fairbairn,’ and ‘The Geddes.’ Specific available properties include 'The Maxwell - Plot 1,' a 4-bedroom detached house priced at £472,000, and 'The Fairbairn' (Plot 117) listed at £416,995. Standard features across these house types typically include a single integral garage, a ground-floor utility room, and a separate, well-proportioned lounge. The kitchen/diner is a central feature, offering a sociable space with French doors that open directly onto the rear garden. The first floor includes four bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefiting from an en suite featuring a double shower. Homes come complete with a 10-year NHBC warranty and a 2-year Taylor Wimpey warranty. Current incentives for available plots include enhanced upgrades packages worth over £13,000, which may feature upgraded kitchens and flooring.

Location Benefits

Lauder Grove offers strong connectivity for commuters across the central belt. The development's proximity to Glasgow Road provides direct access to the M90, M9, M8 motorway networks, and the City Bypass, making it ideal for travel across Scotland. For public transport, a direct bus service runs from Station Road in Ratho Station to Princes Street in Edinburgh City Centre, with a journey time of approximately 25 minutes. The nearby Gogarburn tram stop provides regular Edinburgh Trams services into the city centre in approximately 27 minutes. A single tram stop further is Edinburgh Park Station, which offers ScotRail train services connecting to Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow, and beyond. Edinburgh Airport is also situated conveniently close by.

Local amenities include a selection of shops for everyday needs and a primary school in Ratho Station. Hillwood Primary School serves the immediate vicinity, while secondary education is covered by Balerno Community High School or Craigmount High School. Specific local services include Kassy's Café at 30 Station Road. Leisure facilities are accessible via new pedestrian and cycle routes connecting to Ratho Station Park and the scenic Union Canal paths. The Gyle Shopping Centre is a short drive away for extensive retail options.

Practical Information

Taylor Wimpey, the developer, is one of the UK’s largest residential builders and has achieved a 5-star customer satisfaction rating from the Home Builders Federation, based on over 90% of customers stating they would recommend them. The development is well advanced, with over 80% of homes sold. Interested parties should note that final homes are selling fast. Prospective purchasers should contact the Taylor Wimpey sales executive at Lauder Grove for the most up-to-date availability on 2- and 3-bedroom house types, which may be available under the Golden Share affordable housing scheme, and to confirm the full specification and current prices for all remaining plots. Viewing of the show homes, 'The Douglas' and 'The Fairbairn,' is available by appointment.