12 Albert Terrace is an exquisite example of Victorian architecture, beautifully restored and thoughtfully upgraded for modern family life. With its handsome stone façade and elegant period detailing, the home stands as a testament to timeless design—while offering all the comforts and conveniences of contemporary living.
This substantial five-bedroom home spans three floors and is immaculately presented throughout. The welcoming entrance hall sets the tone with original features, high ceilings, and decorative cornicing that reflect the property’s heritage. Off the hall, a formal sitting room offers a tranquil retreat with large sash windows and a feature bioethanol stove, perfect for relaxing with a book or entertaining guests. Opening into a bright and spacious bespoke wooden kitchen that serves as the heart of the home. Fully fitted with modern appliances, pantry and offering ample workspace, this room seamlessly blends functionality with style. From here a convenient utility room with access to the rear garden, inviting indoor-outdoor living during the warmer months. A modern WC completes the ground floor accommodation.
Upstairs, the first-floor hosts three bedrooms including the generous principal bedroom, offering its own distinct character and lovely views over the rear garden. An exceptional and versatile drawing room come double bedroom situated at the front of the property with feature fireplace and exceptional views of Musselburgh Racecourse and Golf Course serves this level and creates a lovely space to host or unwind. On the second floor, two spacious double bedrooms again with exceptional period features, a beautifully fitted family bathroom with a freestanding bath and separate walk-in shower and a dedicated home office provide ideal spaces for guests, teenagers, or those working from home.
The garden to the rear is a true highlight—enclosed, private, and landscaped for both low maintenance and visual appeal. A stone-paved area offers space for alfresco dining, while well-tended lawns and mature planting create a green and tranquil escape from daily life. Unusually for a home in this location, the property benefits from a double garage accessed via a rear lane, providing private off-street parking—an invaluable asset.
The Local Area
Situated on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth, on the banks of The River Esk, Musselburgh is a popular and historic East Lothian coastal town directly adjacent to Edinburgh. Famous for its world renowned race course, as well as the Musselburgh Links golf course, it enjoys an enviable location that offers easy access to Edinburgh as well as to the countryside and beaches of East Lothian.
Along with golf and horse racing, the town benefits from a seafront and harbour as well as the Musselburgh Lagoons which has a recently expanded nature reserve and walking routes. As the largest town in East Lothian, Musselburgh enjoys an array of local and well known high street shops, cafes, bakeries and restaurants including Luca's famous ice cream parlour and East Coast, an award winning fish and chip shop / restaurant. There is a large Tesco within a short walk of the property, and Fort Kinnaird Retail Park is in easy reach.
Loretto School, one of the UK's leading independent schools, is a short walk from the property with Queen Margaret University less than a 10 minute drive.
Edinburgh Waverley train station is one stop (7 minutes) from Musselburgh station which also provides regular trains to other destinations such as North Berwick and further afield. Musselburgh is a hub for the East Lothian bus network providing excellent transport links.
Extras
All integrated appliances, window coverings and light fittings (excluding hallway, downstairs sitting room, drawing room and master bedroom) are included in the sale price.
