
Your Next Chapter Starts Here
Whether you’re relocating, investing, or upgrading, we offer a bespoke sourcing service built on integrity and insight. We listen first, act discreetly, and secure homes that align with your needs.

We’re More Than a Buying Agent
Open doors to hidden gems
A property isn’t just an investment — it’s a legacy in the making. Whether you're seeking a family home, a city pied-à-terre, or an asset for future generations, the finest properties often never make it to market.
At 29Twelve, we specialise in sourcing exceptional homes across Edinburgh and throughout Scotland, blending on-market listings with discreet, off-market opportunities uncovered through long-standing relationships and deep local expertise. Importantly, we work exclusively for you, the buyer — not the seller, not the estate agent. Our advice is completely independent, unbiased, and focused solely on your interests at every stage of the process.
67%
Acquired Off Market
Success Rate in 4 Months
97%
Independent
100%
Our Offerings
A home isn’t just a structure—it’s the setting for your story. It’s where everyday life becomes lasting memories. That’s why our approach goes deeper than location or layout.
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On- & Off-Market Access
Many of Edinburgh’s finest homes never appear online. We tap into private listings through trusted contacts.
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Impartial Advice & Guidance
We evaluate properties for long-term viability and highlight potential red flags—so you can decide with clarity.
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Bespoke Search Strategy
From New Town townhouses to East Lothian estates, we design searches that reflect your lifestyle, budget, and long-term vision.
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Client Exclusivity
You are our sole priority. No generic mail-outs—just tailored attention and focused service.
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Total Discretion & Representation
Whether personal or investment, we represent your interests with confidentiality and care.
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Deep Local Knowledge
From conservation area regulations to identifying hidden value, our insight brings context beyond the listing.

What Our Clients Say
“We would never have accessed the homes we saw without Nicky. Her calm guidance, insight, and discretion were invaluable throughout the process. We felt like we had an insider on our side at every stage.”
Private Client, Relocated from London to Edinburgh
“With 29Twelve’s help, we saw homes before they hit the market, and secured our dream townhouse at exactly the right time.”
Private Client, Edinburgh
The Scottish Market Is Unique
We’ll Guide You with Calm Confidence
Scotland’s property market is different — not just in transaction style, but in pace, etiquette, and legal approach. Many listings are advertised with “offers over,” and once closing dates are set, things move quickly. In Edinburgh especially, sought-after homes are often sold privately. We understand how to navigate timing, valuation strategies, and legal frameworks with precision and care. With 29Twelve in your corner, you don’t just witness the system — you navigate it strategically.
Independent
100%
Years of Experience Advising Clients
30y
In Property Transactions since 2020
+£75m
Our Process
Your journey guided, assured & Personal.
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Discovery & Brief
We begin with a deep, personal conversation — not just about budgets or bedrooms, but about how you live, what matters to you, and how your ideal property should feel. We then build a focused, intelligent search brief tailored entirely to your lifestyle, goals, and long-term vision.
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Market Scan
We explore the full landscape — on-market listings, off-market whispers, and properties not yet advertised. Thanks to our trusted network of agents, solicitors, and private sellers, we open doors most buyers never see.
Selection & Viewings
We pre-screen every option and curate a refined shortlist aligned with your brief. If you're local, we accompany you to viewings discreetly. If you're based abroad or unavailable, we conduct private previews and share honest feedback and visuals so you can assess from afar.
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Strategic Offer
Once you’ve identified the right property, we develop a tailored offer strategy. Whether that means moving quickly on a closing date or negotiating, we guide you with clarity and confidence — always protecting your interests and your position.
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Completion Support
From initial offer through to key handover, we can help coordinate everything — instructing solicitors, organising surveys if required, liaising with selling agents, lawyers, mortgage brokers and handling all final checks. You're kept informed but never overwhelmed.
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Ongoing Connection
Our relationship doesn’t end at completion. Many clients return for investment support, secondary searches, or vacant property management. We stay in touch with market insights and off-market opportunities tailored to your future plans.

FAQs
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A buyer-first expert who sources, evaluates, and negotiates on your behalf—unlike estate agents who represent sellers. Our advice is completely independent, unbiased, and focused solely on your interests
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We offer exclusivity, discretion, deep insight, and a boutique service you won’t find elsewhere.
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Each search is different, but most clients find a suitable property within 2-6 months, depending on the brief and market conditions. Our access to off-market access can often accelerate the timeline — but when a seller is approached directly on your behalf, the process may take longer as we move at a pace that suits them. We’ll always prioritise finding the right property over the quickest one.
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We offer a personalised, end-to-end service covering sourcing, relocation, investment strategy, and vacant home management. Our deep local knowledge and access to off-market properties mean you gain a competitive edge in the Scottish market.
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We specialise in Edinburgh and its surrounding areas, as well as other highly sought-after locations across Scotland, depending on your requirements.
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No, while we are based in Edinburgh, we conduct property searches across various Scottish regions, including countryside estates, coastal retreats, and hidden gems further afield. We have sourced properties into the Highlands and Islands, across the west coast to Mallaig and Oban and across the Border regions.
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Not at all. We regularly work with a mix of UK-based and international clients. Whether you're relocating, investing remotely, or seeking a second home, we manage everything on your behalf with full transparency and communication.
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Yes. Discretion is a core part of our service. We understand the importance of privacy and ensure your search is handled confidentially, from enquiry to acquisition.
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We source everything from luxury family homes and investment flats to countryside estates and heritage properties, all tailored to your lifestyle or investment goals. Because we work exclusively for you, the buyer, our service is completely independent, unbiased, and focused solely on your interests, not the sale.
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Once a property is identified, the Scottish conveyancing process is typically efficient. From offer to completion can take 4-8 weeks, depending on the complexity of the transaction.
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We offer full client exclusivity. We never represent multiple clients with overlapping requirements at the same time, your search is uniquely yours.
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We start with an in-depth consultation to understand your lifestyle, taste, budget, and long-term goals. We then match properties not just on paper, but on how well they fit your life, often identifying opportunities that wouldn’t appear in a standard online search.
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Yes. Client confidentiality is paramount. All consultations, property visits, and negotiations are handled with complete discretion.
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We intentionally limit the number of clients we serve to ensure each receives our full attention, personalised service, and uncompromising quality.
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Simply reach out via phone, email, or our website contact form to arrange a private consultation. We’ll discuss your needs and design a tailored plan that suits your goals.
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All our services are bespoke. After an initial consultation, we’ll provide a transparent, tailored quote based on your specific requirements, with no hidden fees or surprises.
Let’s Begin the Search
Quietly. Thoroughly. With You.
Whether you're searching for a forever home, safeguarding a second property, or relocating to Scotland, we're here to help you make the right move. Book a private consultation or complete our enquiry form. We’ll be in touch within 24 hours to start your property journey.
Email: Nicky@29twelve.co.uk
Phone: (+44) 07930280287
21 Young Street, Edinburgh
EH2 4HU