Leisure

Graysmill Dell is ideally placed to take advantage of Edinburgh's superb waterside walks and cycle paths.  The picturesque Craiglockhart Dell, Craiglockhart Hill and Colinton Dell are just short walks away.  The Water of Leith, adjacent to the development, has pathways stretching to Leith in one direction and out to Balerno and the Pentland Hills in the other.  And at the nearby visitor centre, which offers an informative introduction to the flora and fauna along the river, you can access the union Canal towpath which runs from the city centre all the way out to Falkirk.  For more organised sporting activities the Craiglockhart Sports Centre, with its Pulse centre gym and diverse sports amenities, is noted for the excellence of its tennis facilities and regularly hosts major events.  Central Edinburgh has an internationally acclaimed choice of live entertainment, cinemas, museums, galleries and some of the capitals best shops.

Shopping

There is a selection of food and drink outlets, including convenience stores and post offices within walking distance of Graysmill Dell on Colinton Road.  A more comprehensive choice can be found in the Straiton Retail Park to the east and the Gyle Shopping Centre to the west, as well as the city centre.

Transport

With Easy routes into the centre and fast access to the City Bypass and Edinburgh Airport, Graysmill Dell is a suprisingly convenient base.  There is a local rail station at Slateford, around a mile away, and good bus service from both Slateford and Colinton Road.