At this cottage, you'll be 20 km (12.4 mi) from Royal Mile and 18.8 km (11.7 mi) from University of Edinburgh. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. A living room, a DVD player and a hairdryer are also available.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
72485
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate?
The closest beach to Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate is Portobello Beach (14.7 km).
Does Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate have a pool?
No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate?
No, Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate Reviews
Reviews
9.8
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 73 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 73 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dean M.
15 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
Lovely clean, warm and cosy cottage. Check in was easy and everything as described.
Nice quiet location with the city centre 25-30 mins away.
Thank you for a great weekend away.
Dean M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Laura B.
23 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A great stay overall.
Lovely warm house in a beautiful setting. Could do with a bit of updating. For example, the toaster didn’t work and the beds and pillows were quite lumpy. On the whole though, we had a wonderful time and would go back.
This property was warm and cozy. Everything clean and on point. So spacious and alot of exras.
Well equipped kitchen.🙂
Natalie
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rodney B.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Spot!
We very much enjoyed our stay at Chestnut Cottage. It was a wonderful spot to see some of the local treasures like Cairnpapple, Rosslyn Chapel and Edinburgh.
Rodney B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy C., Dallas TX
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
What a gem!
My husband and I had such an incredible time in this beautiful cottage! We wished we’d stayed longer and could explore more locally! The house itself was absolutely stunning, and conversations with Henrietta were so lovely and personable. We were absolutely delighted when we walked in and discovered all the lovely nuances and details. Highly recommend!!
Nancy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
31 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage and property. Easy train ride into Edinburgh. Couldnt expect anything better
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rob S.
9 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Scottish Beauty
Great location… beautiful property!
Rob S.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
6/10 Okay
Bert V.
28 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Bert V.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
laith
Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
30 Mar 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
laith
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeff M.
26 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!!
Beautifully renovated property just outside Edinburg. Plenty of parking for our rental car which we used to drive to attractions and into the city.
Mary Ellen
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori N.
5 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Lori N.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Andrew N.
31 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Andrew N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anne O.
13 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Beautiful cottage in stunning surroundings. Everything you could need and more. Will definitely return.
Anne O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Maureen R.
5 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and pleasant. Cottage was beautieful and clean. Enjoyed our stay
Would recommend to family and friends
Maureen R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Debbie M.
26 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic retreat
Superb location, comfortable and a great place to stay, friendly owner and employees, highly recommend
Debbie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cathy A.
15 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Cottage
This was such a lovely place to stay. A total hidden gem that we are delighted to have experienced. Great host, communication and location. I would have no hesitation in recommending Henrietta and Arniston Estate.
Cathy A.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rob M.
30 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Away
Great short stay ,location and grounds are great. Lovely place to stay highly reccomended
Rob M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gail N.
27 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Chestnut Cottage
A gem of a cottage in an idyllic setting. Cosy yet spacious with the most beautiful of surroundings. Location is perfect for visiting Edinburgh. Henrietta was most welcoming and we will certainly be planning another visit.
Gail N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Derek C.
20 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property, Excellent location
Very clean, very homely cottage. Ideally located for Edinburgh & Borders.
Derek C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan A.
10 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Break
Nice cottage, well situated for days out in the local area.
Jonathan A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas J.
22 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Week long stay
Spacious cottage, well equipped on nice estate in a quiet location. Good access to Edinburgh and surroundings.
Nicholas J.
10/10 Excellent
wendy c.
6 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Really central location for going out and about
Good clean property, would definately recomend
wendy c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
PJ S.
19 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful
Simply gorgeous
PJ S.
10/10 Excellent
Marco P., Stockach, Deutschland
17 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A very cozy stay
We spent a few very nice days here exploring Scotland. The proximity to Edinburgh is fantastic, but a trip to the Highlands is also easily possible. The cottage is small but nice and the fireplace in particular offers a lot of coziness. The kitchen is very well equipped and the location is very quiet overall. Thank you for the great time!