Eilean Donan

Kirknewton, EH27 8DE, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map – Train Access

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>14</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Eilean Donan

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Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
14 reviews
  • Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Heating
  • Parking on site

Eilean Donan offers accommodations in Kirknewton, 12 miles from National Museum of Scotland and 12 miles from The Real Mary King's Close. The property is around 10 miles from Murrayfield Stadium, 10 miles from Edinburgh Zoo, and 11 miles from EICC. Edinburgh Castle is 12 miles from the vacation home and Hopetoun House is 13 miles away. The vacation home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. Offering free private parking, this 4-star vacation home also features free Wifi. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can also relax in the garden. Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 12 miles from Eilean Donan, while University of Edinburgh is 12 miles away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 5 miles from the accommodation.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
10
High score for Kirknewton
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michelle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Extremely relaxing and quiet space to stay. Great location to explore Edinburgh (from Kirknewton train station) as well as the surrounding area and further afield such as St Andrews, Inverary and Loch Lomond. A home away from home and enjoyed for...”
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very comfortable, fully equipped with everything one would need. Spotlessly clean. Perfect location - quiet rural location yet a short drive to restaurants, sights and Edinburgh. Hosts very friendly and helpful. Will recommend to family and friends.”
  • Melvin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “It was great that we had everything we needed. The cleanliness was outstanding Beautiful setting. The host were extremely helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble”

Managed by Cottages-com

Company review score: 9.2Based on 42,910 reviews from 15200 properties
15200 managed properties

Company info

Cottages-com is the UK’s leading provider of holiday cottages and luxury homes and offers more than 22,000 places to stay in the UK. From coastal retreats to country castles, the brand is home to a number of unique, inspiring collections, verified by our experts, and helps over 1.45 million guests and more than 163,000 pets find their perfect break every year. Cottages-com is part of the Awaze group – Europe’s leading managed vacation rentals and holiday resorts business

Property info

There is open water in the property grounds. Looking out onto open farmland, this holiday property is set in a tranquil location, yet it is within and easy train journey to Edinburgh.. All on the Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Patio Doors Leading To Garden Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed Wet Room: Shower, Bidet, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot available.. Garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Wheelchair access. Please note: Unfenced stream in garden, 10 metres away.. This delightful, centrally situated holiday cottage is perfect for easy access into Edinburgh by train from Kirknewton station, which is a five minute drive, and to explore the surrounding areas. It is set in the grounds of the owner&rsquo;s home just off the A71, on the edge of a small collection of houses with an open outlook over farmland. It is very light and comfortable with a patio being ideal for relaxing after a day away. Nearby, visit Jupiter Artland, a contemporary art park and gallery, enjoy hill walks in Pentland Regional Park, retail therapy at the designer outlets in Livingston (five miles), or head off to the New Lanark World Heritage Site on the Clyde, which is a 40-minute drive. There is golf at Dalmahoy and Pumpherston. Edinburgh offers activity and entertainment for all ages and interests, and this cottage offers a lovely peaceful retreat to come back to. Free WiFi

Languages Spoken

Danish,German,English,Spanish,French,Croatian,Italian,Dutch,Norwegian,Polish,Swedish

Area info

Amenities of Eilean Donan
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Parking garage
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Shower
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Outdoors
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
Languages Spoken
  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Croatian
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Swedish

House rules
Eilean Donan takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:59
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 00:01 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. Pay for any extras during your stay using Visa and Mastercard.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Cottages.com will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to pick up the keys, will be sent to you by email.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Eilean Donan

  • Eilean Donan is 0.6 miles from the center of Kirknewton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Eilean Donan can accommodate this group size:

    • 5 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Eilean Donan offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Yes, Eilean Donan is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Eilean Donan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Eilean Donan has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Eilean Donan is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.