Eilean Donan

Kirknewton, EH27 8DE, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map – Railway 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>
a dining room with a table and chairs at Eilean Donan in Kirknewton
a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a table and a dining room at Eilean Donan in Kirknewton
a kitchen with a sink and a microwave at Eilean Donan in Kirknewton
a bedroom with a bed and a nightstand and a window at Eilean Donan in Kirknewton
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Eilean Donan

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Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
14 reviews
  • The entire place is yours
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Parking on site

Eilean Donan, a property with a garden, is located in Kirknewton, 16 km from Edinburgh Zoo, 18 km from EICC, as well as 19 km from National Museum of Scotland. The property is situated 19 km from The Real Mary King's Close, 19 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions and 20 km from University of Edinburgh. The property is non-smoking and is set 16 km from Murrayfield Stadium. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Offering free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Edinburgh Castle is 20 km from the holiday home, while Hopetoun House is 21 km away. Edinburgh Airport is 8 km from the property.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • 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 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 double 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”
  • Ilona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “All. Who doesn’t like big cities and have car, who has kids, this property amazing. The only needs to watch your toodler bcz a lot mirrors. Kids and we loved to stay there. Close to Edinburgh. Peace, host absolute fantastic, quick in response and...”
  • Rebecca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Nice amount of space for 5 people, comfortable and equipped with everything we needed. Great location for some peace out of the city but easy access to Edinburgh or Glasgow via train. Denise & Mike were fab hosts, thanks!”
  • Beth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “it is a bungalow and the location and owners are fantastic”
  • Cesar
    Spain Spain
    “Muy cerca del aeropuerto y de Edimburgo , pero hay que llevar coche”

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Cottages-com is home to a number of unique, inspiring collections, curated by our cottage experts. Each collection within the family offers something different, so that all holidaymakers can find the perfect break, wherever it may be and whatever they are looking for. As our name suggests, we love everything about cottages and cottage holidays. We’re here to help you choose from over 23,000 independently vetted holiday properties, not just in the UK, but across France, Ireland and Italy, too.

Property information

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

Property surroundings

Facilities of Eilean Donan
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible 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
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Private entrance
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Outdoors
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • 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'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:01 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Visa and Mastercard.
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

Please inform Eilean Donan in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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 collect keys, will be emailed to you.

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

FAQs about Eilean Donan

  • Eilean Donan has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

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

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

  • 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 you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Eilean Donan can accommodate the following group size:

      • 5 guests

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

    • Check-in at Eilean Donan is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.