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26 THE BEST AREAS TO RETIRE TO
Retiring, or looking to downsize? We take
a look at the best areas to enjoy a quieter
pace of life
30 2025’s PROPERTY HOTSPOTS Our local
experts share the locations they think will
ADVICE be ‘hot property’ next year
CGI images for illustrative purposes. 16 HOW CAN YOU MAKE YOUR DREAM HOMES
MORTGAGE MORE AFFORDABLE? How
you can potentially bring the cost of your
8 A WINTER WONDERLAND This
mortgage down
20 LBTT: A GUIDE FOR HOMEBUYERS
cinematic backdrop to Christmas
IN SCOTLAND Everything you need Georgian townhouse in Kelso offers a
to know about LBTT when buying a 21 A WEST END WONDER Searching for
property a slick home close to the city centre?
This stylish flat could be just what you’re
24 THE BEST PLACES TO INVEST IN looking for.
EDINBURGH The best postcodes to
consider when investing in property 40 COLOUR ME HAPPY Interior designer
Terian Tilston found her perfect family
home on ESPC, in a location she hadn’t
INTERIORS considered before

32 HAPPY HOSTING ‘Tis the season to host
friends and family, so do it in style with NEWS
these chic finds
6 ESPC’S NEW HOME We’re moving to a
34 CHRISTMAS IS COMING Five stylish ways brand new location in 2025!
to decorate your front door with
John Lewis & Partners 7 GET READY TO MOVE IN 2025! Here’s
how a My ESPC account can help you to
38 2025’s COLOUR PALETTE Planning to power up your property search
redecorate in the new year? Here are the
New Apartments Released colour trends you need to know 14 HOUSE PRICE REPORT: NOVEMBER
2024 A look at the local property market
44 WINTER GARDENING TIPS Dobbies over the last three months
Following the successful launch of Douglas House, the first phase of Village View, unveils what you can do in your garden
Phase Two sees the release of 9 luxury apartments in the Mid Block. There are 16 homes this winter
currently available, from stylish one-bedroom apartments to a superb 4-bedroom penthouse
with panoramic views over the Dean Village. Prices at Village View start from £565,000. AREAS
To arrange a private viewing contact Behnam Afshar on 07967 322025 18 MIDCENTURY MAGIC MARCHES
(behnama@amanewtown.co.uk) or visit www.ama-villageview.co.uk ONTO THE MARKET An exciting new
development could offer everything
Douglas House 60 Belford Road Edinburgh EH4 3DF you’ve been searching for 16
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