Five Mills

Development Overview

Five Mills is a new build homes development by Ashberry Homes, situated in the semi-rural setting of Auchendinny, Midlothian, EH26 0QZ. The development is a selection of high-specification, energy-efficient family homes nestled near the towns of Penicuik and Roslin. The scheme offers a mix of property types, including 3, 4, and 5-bedroom houses, appealing to a range of purchasers from first-time buyers to growing families and commuters.

Ashberry Homes has a track record of quality, having been awarded a 5-star builder status for nine consecutive years by the Home Builders Federation (HBF), a rating based on independent customer satisfaction surveys, where over 90% of customers surveyed would recommend the builder.

Prices for new build homes at Five Mills currently start from £301,995 for a 3-bedroom terraced property.

Property Details

The development comprises a variety of house styles, including terraced and detached new build homes. The range includes 3, 4, and 5-bedroom properties. All properties at Five Mills benefit from a 10-Year warranty and have a Freehold tenure.

An example of the detached homes is ‘The Sauton’, a five-bedroom property spanning 1793 sq. ft. internally. This specific house type features four double-sized bedrooms plus an additional single bedroom, with both Bedroom 1 and Bedroom 2 benefiting from en-suite facilities in addition to the main family bathroom. The homes are advertised as having Ultra-fast 1000Mbps broadband connectivity available. An annual Estate Management Charge of £135.00 applies to the properties, with a service charge of £0 per annum. Council tax bands are to be confirmed (TBC) by the local authority.

Location Benefits and Transport Links

Five Mills is strategically positioned for accessing Edinburgh and local amenities. Road links are strong, with the A701 providing direct access to The City of Edinburgh bypass. Edinburgh is located approximately eight miles north, with a typical drive time of around 36 minutes.

Public transport is readily available, with the Glencorse Barracks bus stop just a four-minute walk away, providing regular services to Edinburgh, Silverknowes, and Musselburgh. For rail travel, Eskbank train station is seven miles away, offering services that reach Edinburgh Waverley in approximately 19 minutes, connecting residents to national rail services. Edinburgh Airport is also accessible, situated 13 miles from the development.

Local amenities are concentrated in Penicuik town centre, situated approximately one mile away. This includes a supermarket, high-street retailers, local restaurants, cafés, pubs, and bars. Larger-scale retail is available at Straiton Retail Park, which is a short drive from the development.

For education, several well-regarded schools are nearby: Glencorse Primary School is just 0.4 miles away, and Beeslack Community High School is 0.9 miles away. The area is set within the Midlothian landscape, providing access to outdoor pursuits via the nearby Pentland Hills Regional Park, Beeslack Wood, and Roslin Glen Country Park.

Practical Information

New build homes at Five Mills are available for purchase, with prices starting from £301,995. Specific house type prices include 3-bedroom terraced from £301,995 and 4 and 5-bedroom detached homes from approximately £430,995 to £514,995. Interested homebuyers should contact Ashberry Homes directly for details on specific plot availability, current pricing, completion status, and to arrange a viewing of any showhomes.