Childhood home of Dunbar naturalist John Muir is listed for sale

Mr Muir, known as the ‘father of the National Parks’ and ‘John of the Mountains’, was born in Dunbar on April 21, 1838, and developed a love of the natural world.

That passion was the base for a lifelong journey of exploration, revelation, hardship and wonder.

His introduction to Yosemite Valley, California, resulted in his campaign to preserve wilderness for wilderness’ sake and led to the establishment of the world’s first national park system.

Born at the property next door which now a museum, John Muir's Birthplace, dedicated to the naturalist, Mr Muir moved to the now for-sale property at about two years old, where he stayed until he was 10.

The historic property, at 132c High Street, is a three-bedroom top floor flat with two bathrooms.

It is located directly beside the museum John Muir’s Birthplace, which celebrates the Dunbar naturalist’s exciting life.

Upon entering the property, you are welcomed into a bright hallway with a large walk-in cloakroom. To your right, there is a spacious open-plan kitchen and dining living space that spans the width of the property.

The lounge area is bright and spacious thanks to a large window that frames views over the rooftops and out towards the sea. There is more than enough space for multiple sofas and the ornate working open fireplace and ceiling rose make the space great for cosy evenings in or entertaining guests.

Further entertaining space can be found in the kitchen dining area where there is room for a large table, perfect for your guests to relax at while you’re cooking up a storm in the recently fitted kitchen.

In the dining room, there is a unique mirrored alcove that the current owners use as an open cocktail cabinet. The kitchen boasts a range of wall and base units in neutral grey providing ample storage, the complimentary coloured light marble effect worktops frame the space and the design is sure to wow the keen cook.

The double oven, integrated fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and gas hob with extractor fan are included in the sale. The kitchen and dining room windows look out over the back of the property and provide ever-changing views of the hills.

The principal bedroom is at the back of the property and shares the same views as the kitchen. It boasts an ensuite shower room with a luxurious walk-in shower. The walls are finished with stone effect panelling and there is the added luxury of a backlit mirror above the sink.

The further two bedrooms are located at the front of the property and are spacious and bright, both are served by the well-presented family bathroom which is decorated to a high standard in neutral tones.