Housekeeper's Rooms, a property with a garden, is set in Pathhead, 18 km from Royal Mile, 19 km from National Museum of Scotland, as well as 19 km from Edinburgh Playhouse. The property is around 19 km from The Real Mary King's Close, 19 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and 19 km from Edinburgh Waverley station. The property is non-smoking and is situated 18 km from University of Edinburgh. The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Featuring free private parking, this 4-star apartment also features free WiFi. Edinburgh Castle is 19 km from the apartment, while EICC is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 27 km from Housekeeper's Rooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.6
High score for Pathhead
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  • Taylor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property is amazing it has everything you need its well equipped
  • Stuart
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a beautiful location and the apartment was very well equiped, it is located in an area which allows you to explore many places of local interest, Rosslyn Chapel, Newhailes Estate etc and short drives to the coast and Edinburgh.
  • Sile
    Ireland Ireland
    The Housekeepers Rooms at Oxenfoord Castle was just an amazing location, home from home with everything you could wish for. The property has a washing machine and dryer, a microwave oven, a toaster and a conventional electric oven together with an...

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

Surrounded by stunning views overlooking the 18th century castle woodland with free roaming deer, Housekeeper's Rooms is an exquisite holiday home for families or groups of friends to enjoy. Uniquely base in Oxenford Castle, the property sleeps four in two light filled bedrooms, a master king and a twin. There is a spacious open plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen, diner and lounge. The property has a separate modern family bathroom with a bath and shower over. Outside guests are free to roam the extensive castle grounds and enjoy a game of tennis on one of the on site courts. There is off road parking for two cars located at the front of the castle. The apartment is within a mile from the local pub and shop. Located just 11 miles from Edinburgh, Housekeeper's Rooms is the perfect holiday base for guests to enjoy the Scottish countryside. Note: No children under 5 years oldPlease note: This property only take a minimum of 3 night bookings.

Neighbourhood information

Pathhead is a village in Midlothian, Scotland, located around 4 miles south east of Dalkeith and 11 miles south of Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh and lies above the east bank of the River Tyne. The village has a post office, pub, bakery, cafe, drop- in centre and takeaways. Dalkeith is a small town south-east of Edinburgh. Dalkeith is home to a great variety of shops as well as many restaurants and pubs to enjoy.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Housekeeper's Rooms
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Housekeeper's Rooms takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    There is no capacity for cots at this property.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Housekeeper's Rooms accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Housekeeper's Rooms

    • Housekeeper's Rooms has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

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

    • Check-in at Housekeeper's Rooms is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Housekeeper's Rooms can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

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

    • The prices at Housekeeper's Rooms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Housekeeper's Rooms offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Housekeeper's Rooms is 1 miles from the centre of Pathhead. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.