Outstanding residence within historic Scottish A Listed mansion house set in 38 acres

Description

Tyninghame House is one of Scotland’s most notable country houses, and one of the nation’s most ancient habitations. The romantic ruins of The Church of St Baldred date back to the 7th century and the Tyninghame Estate was estimated to cover circa 28,000 acres in 1628 when it was acquired by the 1st Earl of Haddington. Subsequent ancestors have added to and extended the principal building with the present mansion being remodelled in 1829 by the prolific and distinguished Scottish architect, William Burn. The house was then sold in 1987, and divided by Kit Martin CBE vertically with each property benefitting from its own individual entrance and retaining the original proportions of the main rooms.

The East Wing has been fully renovated over recent years, with further improvements by the current owners. Entered from the east courtyard through double doors is an inviting entrance hall. To the left the open plan kitchen, dining and sitting area with beautiful tiled floors and underfloor heating benefits from a recently installed multi-fuel stove. The Christopher Howard bespoke kitchen is fitted with Lacanche five ring hob, dual Neff ovens, microwave, Miele fridge freezer and Neff integrated dishwasher. A central island provides worktop space, inset sink, storage and a breakfast bar. In addition there is a large bay window to the south giving direct access to the private garden.

To the right of the entrance hall is the back kitchen and utility room which provides additional cooking facilities, utility space and coat store. It has a wonderful oak parquet floor and integrated laundry facilities hidden from sight. Returning to the main hall, a doorway leads to the lower cellars where there are two large open stores offering significant further development potential. Two additional stores are located in the basement; one houses a new, bespoke hot water storage system, the other with a low vaulted ceiling provides ample wine storage capacity. The ground floor accommodation is completed with a WC.

Ascending the spiral stair to the first floor, a gallery with the McClaren mural has views over the traditional pebbled courtyard garden and leads to the magnificent sun drenched drawing room. Here there are full height windows and splendid period features, including original door mouldings, ornate plaster cornices both with 24 carat gold leaf detailing and an original red marble mantelpiece where a further multi fuel stove has been recently installed. The elevated level of this main reception room means the glorious views over the gardens and onto the Tyne Estuary and parkland can be fully appreciated. A discreet double doorway leads through to a generous office/bedroom with two full height sash and case windows and an Art Deco fireplace. A recently refurbished en suite shower room with underfloor heating sits alongside.

On the second floor a spacious light filled landing leads to two further double bedrooms. The first facing to the south and east enjoys panoramic views and bespoke wardrobes, with a hidden en suite shower room. The second large double bedroom with period fireplace and windows facing east has use of a separate characterful shower that is enclosed within a turret, and a luxury bathroom with traditional roll top bath and underfloor heating.

A staircase leads to two additional double bedrooms that sit at the top of the house, served by a central bathroom. There is a landing at the top of the turret from where there are outstanding views.

Outside, a double garage houses the recently upgraded high efficiency boiler and oil tank that services the East Wing. The terrace, walkway and garden to the side and rear of the East Wing is for use by the owners of the East Wing solely and benefits from the southerly aspect. In addition, the communal grounds extend to over 38 acres and include wonderfully manicured and landscaped gardens. Within the grounds are mature woodlands and specimen trees, with an oak tree having been planted by King Edward VII in 1902. A tennis court, mile long avenue to the coast, formal walled garden and other beautiful and secluded areas are amongst the grounds surrounding the property. The spectacular communal gardens open to the public twice a year raising funds for selected local charities.

Location

Tyninghame House is beautifully situated on the east coast of Scotland, to the east of Edinburgh. The property is set within renowned gardens and parkland totalling 38 acres and featuring a 16th century bowling green, walled kitchen garden, ice house, heraldic sundial, and commemorative stone obelisk at the western end of a mile long avenue stretching to the sea.

The owners at Tyninghame House enjoy designated bridle paths, cycle paths and footpaths both in the grounds and through neighbouring parkland and woodland. An avenue of beech trees leads down to the coast where there are magnificent sandy beaches including Tyninghame beach and the John Muir Country Park leading to Belhaven beach.

Edinburgh is only 27 miles away via the A1, which is dual carriageway from Haddington. Dunbar, 6 miles to the east, has a railway station on the main line from Edinburgh to London King’s Cross. East Linton, 3 miles to the west, has local shops, several good pubs/restaurants and a primary school. East Linton also now benefits from its own two platform station on the East Coast mainline, which opened in December 2023. Belhaven Hill prep school is on the near side of Dunbar with further fee-paying schools available in Edinburgh.

Golf courses in the area include nearby North Berwick, Renaissance, Archerfield, Muirfield and all the Gullane courses.

Square Footage: 5,057 sq ft


Acreage: 38 Acres

Directions

From Edinburgh, follow the A1, signposted for Berwick-Upon-Tweed. At Haddington, leave the dual carriageway, taking the A199 signposted to East Linton. Continue past East Linton and take the turning on the left signposted to North Berwick and Tyninghame (A198). Follow this straight road for about one mile to the village of Tyninghame. Turn right, through the gates, and follow the long drive through parkland to the house.

The main door for the East Wing is located on the east side of the property at the furthest corner.

Additional Info

Viewings - Strictly by appointment with Savills -[use Contact Agent Button].

Services - Mains electricity, water, private drainage and oil fired boiler.

Access - The terrace and garden adjacent to the East Wing are exclusive to this Wing; communal grounds and gardens have common access between all of the residents.
East Wing comes with a double garage located to the east of the property.

Local Authority & tax band - East Lothian Council

Conservation Area and Listing - East Wing is within the A Listed Tyninghame House. The property lies within a Gardens and Designed Landscapes designation.

Miscellaneous - No washing is to be hung outside the properties. Caravans are not permitted on the grounds.
Each wing is responsible for maintenance of the fabric of its own structure. The proprietors of Tyninghame House select a Management Committee to maintain the common parts and communal gardens of the property. All the properties contribute towards maintenance of the communal grounds and gardens.
Listed building consent has been granted for several alterations, please enquire for details.

Fixtures & Fittings - Light fittings and curtains are available by separate negotiation. Integrated white goods are to be included within the sale. Some larger items of furniture may be available by separate negotiation.

Solicitor - Urquharts, 16 Heriot Row, Edinburgh, EH3 6HR

Photographs: Feb 2024/Oct 2022