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Gardener's House - a traditional stone 3 bedroom house on Arniston Estate

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Dining room
Sitting room
Well equipped kitchen
Gardener's House
Double bedroom with en suite shower

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Gorebridge, Midlothian
  • Dalhousie Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Rosslyn Chapel
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh Castle
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk bed room

1 Child Bed

Main bedroom with en-suite shower

1 Double Bed

Twin Bedroom

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

En-suite shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Ground Floor WC

Toilet

Upstairs family bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gardener's House - a traditional stone 3 bedroom house on Arniston Estate

This truly unique property is set into the old Walled Garden at Arniston. The house is secluded and sits by a gentle running stream which flows to the Sunken Garden. with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms it is a ideal retreat for families with pets. Due to our rural location we advise guests have their own vehicle.

Ground Floor: Entrance Hall, sitting room with open fire. Dining room with wood burning stove. Well equipped kitchen with kitchen table and large glass doors which open out on to the Walled Garden. Downstairs WC and wash hand basin. Utility room.

First Floor: 1 double bedroom with en suite shower, WC and wash hand basin. 1 twin room. 1 bunk room. Bathroom with shower over bath, WC and wash hand basin.

Property manager

Henrietta Dundas
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gorebridge

Gorebridge is home to this holiday home. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Royal Mile and Grassmarket. Check out an event or a game at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Gorebridge, Midlothian

What's nearby

  • Dalhousie Castle - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Rosslyn Chapel - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Royal Mile - 20 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 21 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Princes Street - 22 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Gorebridge Station - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dean Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Coronation Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beetroot Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Orangery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dolly's Tea Room - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gardener's House - a traditional stone 3 bedroom house on Arniston Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gardener's House - a traditional stone 3 bedroom house on Arniston Estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gardener's House - a traditional stone 3 bedroom house on Arniston Estate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gardener's House - a traditional stone 3 bedroom house on Arniston Estate located?

Situated in Gorebridge, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Vogrie Country Park, Borthwick Castle and Dalhousie Castle. Dalkeith Country Park and Rosslyn Chapel are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short holiday stay
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Gardner’s House!! Henrietta is a host that goes above and beyond for her guests. This was our first trip to Scotland to visit our son studying nearby, so it was a chilly time! The house was cozy and we loved playing cards by the fire in the parlor room. The grounds looked beautiful… we hope to come back when it is warm and we can explore! I highly recommend this vacation home for families. The 4 of us slept comfortably and there would be room for two more as there are 3 bedrooms. Thank you Henrietta and staff for making us feel so welcome!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

chris p.

A lovely place to stay
This was the third time I’ve stayed in cottages on the Arniston estate (I have family in Gorebridge) and I wonder why anyone would want to stay any where else! Gardener’s cottage was truly lovely. We were only 2 people, but didn’t feel like we were rattling around in the place. It was genuinely like staying in a home from home: Heating was just right, WiFi was great, modern TV worked well, the kitchen was a lovely place just to have a coffee at the table and watch the world go by. Because you’re right next to the big house, the drive to and from the cottage is very grand and never fails to make you aware of where you are - in God’s country. Fabulous place. The one thing I would also add is that the owner (Henrietta) has the right balance in “Here if you need me” - information sent before, during and after your stay was timely, clear and concise. Can’t recommend highly enough.
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8/10 Good

Monika G.

A lovely hidden gem!
Lovely getaway with family and friends during October holidays at this charming little gem. Sitting on the beautiful grounds of the Arniston Estate, away from hustle and bustle, yet close enough to the city of Edinburgh (we commuted by car). Accommodation itself was very spacious and had everything needed. Enjoyed the views of walled garden while having our breakfast each morning. Communication with the host before the arrival and during our stay was excellent. Thank you for making our stay so pleasant and memorable.

10/10 Excellent

ALFRED M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edinburg
Beautifull place, if you have a car, i would love to rent it again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Deanna C.

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Holiday
The grounds are beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Great Stay!
I really enjoyed my stay at the Gardener's Cottage. It was clean, comfortable, and quiet. There is a lot to see and do in close proximity to the property, and about a 30 minute drive to Edinburgh.

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn S.

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Lovely cottage !
It was a very beautiful cottage in an amazing property, with all comfort inside! And Henrietta is so kind !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

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Charming Country Setting
Very much enjoyed the charming country setting! Home was well appointed with everything we needed for our visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Un hébergement unique. Au calme. Dans un site merveilleux. La communication est très bonne. Petit bémol. La trace laissée par de petits rongeurs qui se sont promenés sur le lit lors de la journée.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet getaway
An excellent and comfortable property, great to come back to after exploring the delights of Edinburgh. Well located, just 20 minutes from the Park and Ride. A quiet location on a vast estate.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Beautiful property with plenty of space for our group of six. The property had everything we could have needed and great staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage with All Amenities Needed
We are already planning our next stay at this beautiful estate "Gardners Cottage" the cottage was very specious and well appointed. The grounds were beautiful and we enjoyed our morning walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helena S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gardners cottsge
Fantastic period cottage in the countryside near Edinburgh
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Great Stay
Wonderful setting and brilliant service. House has everything we needed. Will be staying again next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely place to stay
Stayed here for work near Edinburgh Centre. Would rather stay outside of the City, this is a great place to stay. Everything you could wish for. Very peaceful and beautiful location. We have stayed in the cottages on the estate and they are really cosy just what you would like a cottage to be. Gardener's House is set away from these and is a bit grander, but just as cosy.

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R., Des Moines

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Good location
Interior of house was modern and a good fit for our family of 6. Kids enjoyed exploring the grounds and area around Arniston house. Few minutes our of town so close enough if you for needs in town but a very good country feel. Good communication even as plans changed due to airline issues.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing stay
We had the most amazing stay at Gardener's House, we loved the walks around the estate. Great location to catch up with family and friends in the area. House was well equipped and we had everything we needed. Will definitely stay there again.
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10/10 Excellent

Zoe H.

Great accomodation
Amazing accomodation - very quiet area, spacious cottage inside and out. Host was responsive to questions. Would book again

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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Piece of heaven
A true delight,Gardeners House was an amazing place to stay.Our dogs where in heaven here.Beautiful surroundings with plenty of places to visit nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Michael B., Worcester, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quintessential Scottish Cottage
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Gardner's House on the Armiston House Estate. The history of this house/estate is incredible. A few "quirks" just added to the personality of the home which was very comfortable. Watching the sheep graze in the pasture outside the kitchen, exploring the acres of the private estate and the stream which runs just behind the "cottage." Henrietta was lovely and stopped in to make sure everything was to our liking. Location within 1.5 miles of train station was perfect (free parking a bonus). Had we stayed longer, we would have taken greater advantage of the train and gone back into Edinburgh. 1 1/2 hours to St. Andrews. Having a washing machine was a bonus and the drying rack worked out beautifully. Would love to return and would highly recommend to anyone looking for something outside of the hustle of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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8/10 Good

Return to Arniston
This is the third time that my husband, my daughter and myself and a dog have stayed at Arniston. We love the tranquility of the estate and being able to walk around the estate. The cottage is comfortable and Henrietta is a very supportive host. However, we did think that the house needed some refurbishment as it has had lots of visitors and it shows. It would be helpful to have a house notebook to note any faults- this time we could not open the back door. It would also be great to have a welcome pack just with some milk to make a drink on arrival. We have stayed in lots of air bnbs and this is normally standard service. It has not put us off returning as it us in an ideal location especially if you have dogs.

8/10 Good

alison w.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and private
The cottage is quiet, peaceful and private with interesting and beautiful walks directly out of the front door. It was perfect for chilling out and walking the dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Amazing cottage with Fabulous Gardens
Lovely old house set within walled garden on Arniston Estate 10 miles from Edinburgh. Fantastic walks straight from front door around the sunken garden and beyond - our 2 dogs didn’t stop wagging their tail the whole week. Lots of home comforts and very cosy. It was our second stay and will definitely be back again -

10/10 Excellent

Nicola M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay near Edinburgh
We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful house. It's the perfect place to relax in and is very convenient for visiting Edinburgh.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

A wonderful wedding weekend
What lovely cottages, they were just perfect for our wedding party to stay in over the course of the weekend. They have absolutely everything you would need to enjoy a comfortable and relaxed stay. Thank you to Arniston for making our stay so wonderful.

About the host

Hosted by Henrietta Dundas

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My family, The Dundas family, have owned and lived at Arniston for 450 years. We very much enjoy welcoming visitors to the estate to experience the timeless beauty of our home. The current mansion house was built by William Adam in 1726 and many of our cottage visitors enjoy the guided tours which run from May to mid-September. We are so fortunate to live in the country yet we have Edinburgh with all its attractions just a short train ride away.

Why they chose this property

The properties were built in the 18th century to house the foresters who worked on the estate in days gone by.

What makes this property unique

The stunning setting for our properties is always remarked on. Arniston is a designated designed landscape with many ancient broadleaf trees and wonderful woodlands to explore with pets. We have the best of both worlds as the buzz of our capital city, Edinburgh with all its attractions is a 25 minute train ride away.

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English

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