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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Fireplace

Free WiFi

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Gorebridge, Midlothian

Borthwick Castle6 min drive
Dalhousie Castle7 min drive
Rosslyn Chapel11 min drive
Edinburgh (EDI)37 min drive

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8/10 Good

Cute warm and cosy with a working fireplace! Lovely walks in the area and driving distance to historical sites. The plac...

laith

Mar 30, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Ground Floor Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate

Located on the stunning Lime Avenue drive to Arniston House Chestnut Cottage is one of 4 charming stone cottages which housed the foresters for the estate in days gone by. Set in a sunny tranquil courtyard the cottages overlook fields to the north. The cottages also have an area of peaceful garden for visitors' use. A timeless place to relax in the country yet only 30 minutes from the center of Edinburgh with all its attractions. Arniston is an ideal base for families with pets.

Chestnut Cottage has one double or twin bedroom on the ground floor level. Upstairs is a king bedroom next to the family bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped including an electric oven and hob, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher. The cosy sitting room has an open fire with logs and kindling provided free of charge by the estate woodlands. A Freeview TV, DVD player and Wi-Fi are provided to entertain you during a relaxing break.

Ground floor: Entrance hall, sitting/dining room with open fire. Well equipped kitchen. 1 double or twin bedroom.
First floor: 1 double bedroom. Bathroom with shower over the bath, WC and wash hand basin.

Property manager

Henrietta Dundas

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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

This cottage is located in Gorebridge. National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Royal Mile and Princes Street. 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.

Gorebridge, Midlothian

What's nearby

Borthwick Castle - 6 min drive
Dalhousie Castle - 7 min drive
Rosslyn Chapel - 11 min drive
Royal Mile - 22 min drive
Edinburgh Castle - 23 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪The Dean Tavern - ‬7 min drive
‪The Coronation Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Beetroot Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
‪The Orangery - ‬8 min drive
‪Pias Chip Shop - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate located?

Situated in Gorebridge, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dalhousie Castle, Borthwick Castle and Dalkeith Country Park. Rosslyn Chapel and Roslin Glen Country Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Samuel B.

9 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très beau séjour

Confortable cottage, à deux pas de la gare, avec un feu de foyer de bois en prime. Très dispendieux mais séjour apprécié.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

9 May 2024

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Scottish Beauty

Great location… beautiful property!

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Bert V.

28 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Ok though lacking charm

The description and photos of the cottage made it appear quite charming but it was actually very ordinary. Our stay was ok, it had what we needed. We made use of a park and ride and rode the bus into Edinburgh which was convenient.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra C.

27 Apr 2024

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Calm and cosy little cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at Chesnut Cottage ! Very cosy, warm, welcoming little house ! Thank you for welcoming us and our dog ! The Arniston Estate is lovely, very calm. A nice place for walks. Very dark at night, we had the chance to see plenty of stars when the sky was clear enough. The fireplace with everything needed and the bathtube were the cherry on top ! Easy to access from Edinburgh airport. The train station of Gorebridge is also a big plus. 25min by train and you're in the town center of Edinburgh ! Little detail: we struggled a bit with the electric plate. It takes too long to cook with it. It could be nice to have an induction plate instead :)

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

laith

30 Mar 2024

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication

Cute warm and cosy with a working fireplace! Lovely walks in the area and driving distance to historical sites. The place was quite clean for a pet friendly stay but there were was a few pee stains from previous doggos.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

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8/10 Good

18 Dec 2023

Lovely, comfortable stay.

Had a thoroughly relaxing break, Henrietta extremely helpful. Our only fault if there is one is that the microwave and oven were dated, particularly the microwave, and the property would benefit from a smart tv. Comfortable beds, we all slept well and delicious eggs! Thank you.

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10/10 Excellent

Alana H.

6 Nov 2023

Like stepping back in time but in comfort

We had a very nice first visit to this part of Scotland - to visit family who have downsized! We were really glad that we found and could afford such a nice place to stay. Everything was great - really comfortable, felt like the setting for a Catherine Cookson novel! The fire was hard to keep alight with just wood - I assume this is because in the old days this fire was used for coal? But there were some lovely blankets in the downstairs (twin) bedroom that we put to good use when the heating went off (we’re night owls!). Tiny TV but the kitchen was really well equipped - even had a hand whisk!

10/10 Excellent

Maren B.

18 Oct 2023

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Cosy

It was a very nice cottage in the nature. After a busy day in edinburgh we are relaxing there. Many thanks to Henrietta.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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8/10 Good

14 Oct 2023

Nice cottage

We chose this cottage because of its authentic appearance and because it is located on a beautiful estate. In addition, it is also close to Edinburgh which we wanted to visit. You can do it by car or by train from Gorebridge. The cottage is small but nice and cosy. There is a even a nice fireplace. Furthermore, the facilities were complete for a week's stay for 4 people. The only pity was that the freezer was quite frozen over, so we could only use 1 drawer.

10/10 Excellent

CECILE L.

3 Oct 2023

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CONFORTABLE ET CHALEUREUX

Une belle adresse qui invite à la paresse devant le feu de cheminée, un verre de whisky à la main ! Rien à redire, tout nous a convenu ! Un seul regret : de ne pas avoir pu visiter le château, fermé à l'époque de notre séjour ... Mais ce n'est que partie remise !

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

26 Sept 2023

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Lovely cottage in amazing surroundings

Lovely, comfortable cottage in the beautiful grounds of a country mansion, and less than 10 miles from Edinburgh city centre. Wonderful. Also came with two lovely homemade chocolate brownies!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Faiza K.

4 Sept 2023

A comfy cottage in a wonderful location.

We had a brilliant week here at Chesnut cottage. The grounds are absolutely lovely with lots of walks and country parks located nearby. Edinburgh is just a short drive and there were lots of attractions there for my boys. The cottage itself is very comfortable and I loved cooking in the airy kitchen! Everthing we needed was available. Henrietta was extremely helpful and immediately helped me with any queries I had. Just a serene, comfortable stay.

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10/10 Excellent

2 Aug 2023

A wonderful stay at Chestnut cottage

The cottage was a perfect base for visits to Edinburgh (train nearby in Gorebridge), Glasgow (only 1 hour drive), and other wonderful places like Rosslyn Chapel, the Pentland hills,… The cottage is really charming and cosy and provides all the comfort you need after a long day out. Only the shower is a bit basic, but it works well enough. Another plus is that the cottage is situated in the large domain of Arniston house. It is very quiet and you can take long walks on the estate. We certainly hope to go back sometime.

10/10 Excellent

Hubertus R.

24 July 2023

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a wunderful stay

Ein sehr schönes und sehr nett gelegenes Ferienhaus. Wir kommen gerne wieder.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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10/10 Excellent

17 July 2023

Stayed for work and family holiday

My family and I stayed in Chestnut cottage for a week in July. I was working in Edinburgh for the week and was able to hop on the train at Gorebridge station and be in the centre of the city within 25 mins. Coming back to Arniston after my working day was an absolute pleasure as I could walk the grounds and be totally relaxed almost immediately. My family (wife and three kids aged 6, 3 and 1) loved exploring the grounds spending time in the cottage itself during the day. The cottage is beautiful inside and out, very clean and so comfortable. We had everything we needed for our stay and felt really well looked after by our hosts. We will definitely be making a return to Chestnut Cottage when we can. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen

26 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Beautifully renovated property just outside Edinburg. Plenty of parking for our rental car which we used to drive to attractions and into the city.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

5 Dec 2022

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Cozy, comfortable cottage in a peaceful country setting

What a lovely stay at Chestnut Cottage! We had more space than we needed and communication with our host, Henrietta, was quick and informative! We would love to visit again for another stay where we scheduled time to enjoy the beautiful grounds and a tour of the Arniston House. Highly recommend Chestnut Cottage (or any of the cottages at Arniston House)! Great host, great accommodations, beautiful country setting while close to mass transit and highways. Absolute perfect spot!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne d.

2 Dec 2022

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Wonderful

A lovely place to be

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

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10/10 Excellent

19 Aug 2022

A brilliant cottage in a really lovely area

Our family of 4 was very happy at Chestnut Cottage. It had everything we needed for a comfortable self catering holiday. We enjoyed exploring the grounds around Arniston House, and the children in particular loved the walk down to the river. Would throughly recommend

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

31 July 2022

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Great cottage in a convenient and peaceful location.

The cottage is clean and well equipped, all the appliances and fixtures work well. We found the location worked well for the trips we wanted to make in and around Edinburgh while it also provided us with a peaceful retreat away from crowds in the cities and towns.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne O.

13 July 2022

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Relaxing stay

Beautiful cottage in stunning surroundings. Everything you could need and more. Will definitely return.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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10/10 Excellent

10 July 2022

Perfect, as always!

I had the best time again staying and working at Arniston House! I can´t recommend it highly enough! Also very dog friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Maureen R.

5 July 2022

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Peaceful and pleasant. Cottage was beautieful and clean. Enjoyed our stay

Would recommend to family and friends

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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10/10 Excellent

26 June 2022

A tranquil haven in a busy world

A second visit to Arniston Estate and a third planned in Nov. The cottages offer well furnished, calming and cosy interiors to enjoy any time of the year. It is however, the location and the welcome that set it apart. The grounds are beautiful and offer a tranquil space to explore and escape from a busy world. Henrietta is a very welcoming host and most importantly for us they are genuinely dog friendly, not just saying it. There is plenty of space to let dogs exercise and play without annoyance to other guests and simple adherence to the private signs make it easy not to invade the owners space. Perfect location for Edinburgh city visits and to the coast.

8/10 Good

Christian N., Lengerich

23 May 2022

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Sauber, gut ausgestattet, Betten unbequem

Nett eingerichtete Wohnung, gut ausgestattete Küche, tolle Lage und Umgebung, nette Vermieterin. Die Betten im Obergeschoss sind leider durchgelegen, man spürt die Metallfedern der Matratze.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Henrietta Dundas

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.