You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sycamore Cottage - a traditional 2 bedroom stone cottage within the grounds of Arniston House
Located on the stunning Lime Avenue drive to Arniston House Sycamore 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. We are accredited with the Good to Go scheme ensuring our compliance with strict Covid-19 protocols.
Property manager
Henrietta Dundas
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
72481
Vrbo Property
About the area
Gorebridge, Midlothian
What's nearby
Borthwick Castle - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
Dalhousie Castle - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
Rosslyn Chapel - 11 min drive - 12.8 km
Royal Mile - 22 min drive - 20.0 km
Edinburgh Castle - 23 min drive - 20.4 km
Getting around
Gorebridge Station - 4 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 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
Cedar Tree Cafe - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sycamore Cottage - a traditional 2 bedroom stone cottage within the grounds of Arniston House pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Sycamore Cottage - a traditional 2 bedroom stone cottage within the grounds of Arniston House?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sycamore Cottage - a traditional 2 bedroom stone cottage within the grounds of Arniston House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sycamore Cottage - a traditional 2 bedroom stone cottage within the grounds of Arniston House located?
Set in Gorebridge, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Dalhousie Castle, Dalkeith Country Park and Borthwick Castle. Rosslyn Chapel and Roslin Glen Country Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Sycamore Cottage - a traditional 2 bedroom stone cottage within the grounds of Arniston House Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Lovely accommodations. Peaceful and very quiet. Remote yet easily accessible to the train for 25 minute day trips to Edinburgh with free parking at the station. Communications prior to arrival were promptly responded. All amenities were as described in the VRBO descriptions. We had a thoroughly wonderful stay and would book here again in the future.
James M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
great experience
the cottage lived up to all that was advertised. it was an amazing experience to live in a cottage that was likely built in the 18th century. all the updates made it a modern stay in history. truly wonderful. our sons were thrilled by Boris the pig and his blind mate and fed them every morning. if you stay here, take the tour of the Manor House. Arniston is a fabulous working farm.
Julie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
JAMES K.
12 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful space
JAMES K.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Audrey W., Carlsbad, CA
26 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Arniston!
My family and I had a beautiful week in Scotland at Arniston house. Henrietta was a wonderful host and was very attentive to anything we needed during our stay. We did a tour of the property as well, so much history and beauty on site.
Audrey W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alisdair R.
28 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Recommend
Comfortable and spacious cottage. Set in tranquil and beautiful grounds of the estate. Easy access to Edinburgh by train.
Alisdair R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linsey S.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house!
We live in Edinburgh but had to book somewhere to stay while we were having work done at our house and Sycamore Cottage was perfect for four of us. The bedrooms are really spacious and the kitchen is really well equipped which isn’t always the case in self catering accommodation. We didn’t think we’d need to use the log burner but a typical Scottish spring meant we used it a few nights and there was plenty of logs left for it. Easy to drive into Edinburgh or can get the train from Gorebridge. Overall, a lovely cosy house!
Linsey S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan L., Keller, Texas USA
23 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Daughter visit quarters
Just finished a 9 day stay while helping our daughter with some upgrades around her place. I chose this cottage since it is very close to her place, but would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to explore Edinburgh or the nearby countryside. It is only 11 miles to the city, but you can also catch a train from either Gorebridge or Newtongrange and be at Princes Street downtown in just over 30 minutes. The cottage is very clean and smells very fresh with very nice carpeting throughout and all the gadgets you need for your stay. My only regret was not spending any time exploring the grounds which look fabulous. My daughter comes here for a bonfire in the fall I believe. The information provided in the binder in the cottage was very helpful. Will definitely check availability next time we are in town to visit our daughter.
An excellent property to rent outside of Edinburgh. Perfect for dogs and families. The cottage was warm and well lit when we arrived and the fireplace was already prepped with a basket full of logs. The manager of the property was very friendly and she came over to introduce herself and check we had everything we needed. Strongly recommend and will be going back.
Seth
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Renee M.
4 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and spacious
We really enjoyed our stay on the picturesque grounds.
Renee M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maura B.
5 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cttage
Lovely cosy cottage with loads of character. The cottage is in a very quiet place near Arniston House with plenty of walking nearbt
Maura B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mohammed A.
18 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil location
Check was easy, the place neat and clean. Living room has fire place where you burn wood - absolutely amazing experience. Near by field has chickens and other animals, choice of fresh eggs every morning. Plenty of parking spaces . So quite, the only sound you hear is burning of wood.
Highly recommended
Mohammed A.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
nathan n.
24 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Beautiful location and very cozy cottage.
nathan n.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maria D.
22 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Staycation
We had a fab time in the cottage. It was as described and had everything that we needed. Lovely grounds and quiet. Dog friendly with lovely walk outside. Very enjoyable stay. Thank you.
Maria D.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Sarah R., Australia
17 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little cottage
We had a lovely stay. Ground were gorgeous and cottage was lovely. Would of been good to have a few more staples such as toilet paper and washing powder. Beds were quite hard. Was lovely to be able to cook and an easy train ride to Edinburgh.
Sarah R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Georgina F.
26 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
A very cosy cottage in an idyllic setting.
Georgina F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christopher E.
4 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for Edinburgh visit
Lovely location only a short way outside of Edinburgh. Great setting with views and countryside all around. Communication from Henrietta prior to our stay was perfect. Would highly recommend and hopefully we will be back.
Christopher E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Mark C.
1 Sept 2021
Quiet location, wonderful beds
Great location, with room to roam across the estate. Cosy cottage and brilliant beds. Complementary honey was a nice treat. Could use a little bit of updating (eg TV and some furniture), plus had to have a hoover on arrival.
Mark C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Andy L.
10 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy, relaxing near city with wide open spaces
Within very easy reach of Edinburgh but feels a world away - very comfortable, extremely quiet and sooooo relaxing - perfect 👍
Andy L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Peter M.
5 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and beauty in equal measure
We really enjoyed our short stay. The cottage as very homely and the House grounds were sublime. Our host, Henrietta, was very welcoming and helpful. A thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Peter M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Katharina T.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Lovely and quite. Wonderful place. We will come back!