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Located in Lasswade and only 15 km from University of Edinburgh, Gorton House and Cottages provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Each unit is equipped with a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the holiday home, all units come with bed linen and towels. You can play mini-golf and tennis at the holiday home, and the area is popular for hiking. Gorton House and Cottages features a barbecue and a garden. EICC is 15 km from the accommodation, while Royal Mile is 15 km away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 19 km from Gorton House and Cottages.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
3 single beds
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 5:
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Lasswade
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location, convenient for Edinburgh. Quiet with plenty of good walks through the woods Comfy cottage with everything we needed
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely little cottage. Well equipped, modern interior, spotlessly clean and very cosy. Nice private outside space with lovely views.
  • Jacqueline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful surroundings, lovely cottage, private with all you need. Will definitely be back.
  • Kirsty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Big secure garden for my dog Tennis courts and provision of balls and raquets Cottage done to high spec
  • Stephanie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing stay from start to finish, every little detail has been so well thought out, from the kitchen towel to the tennis rackets and footballs left, the pitch and put. The amazing grounds and house and cottages. It was a very special weekend...
  • Lori
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful, spacious, comfortable property full of character. Absolutely stunning grounds. Charming decor. Loved the woodburner in the huge old hearth and fuel provided. Would have liked to dine outside or use the tennis courts if we had the time....
  • Sheldon
    United States United States
    Accommodations were very clean and host was very helpful with allergy request.
  • Sarah
    India India
    Spacious and homely cottage, lots of space to walk around the property
  • Mel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was in a lovely position. Ideal for walking the dogs and close enough to the centre of Edinburgh to visit my son and his family. It’s cosy and compact with everything you need including a lovely contained garden.
  • Jackie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Small and cosy accommodation but very well equipped and thought out. Very well located, both for Edinburgh city centre and the beautiful countryside of the Pentland Hills. Quiet and very private. Extremely clean and well presented. Ideal...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Sally Boccoli

Company review score: 9.2Based on 211 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I grew up at Gorton House where my Mum and Dad started the business which has evolved into the holiday rentals you see today. I live in nearby East Lothian with my husband and 3 young kids. Up until summer 2020 I have been working as a nurse (still doing the occasional shift) and have only recently taken over the running of the business. It is great to be spending more time at Gorton and only now appreciate the amount of work that Mum and Dad put into it. As I'm fairly new to the job I appreciate any feedback as I want guests to enjoy their stay and make sure that people have everything they need.

Property information

Gorton House provides flexible accomodation for 1 to 33 people across 7 properties. Each house has it's own charms and will allow you to relax in a comfortable setting that is like a home away from home. The grounds provide plenty of space to wander and stretch, and there is a tennis court available to any guests that prefer a more strenuous work out. There's lots to explore in the surrounding areas of Edinburgh (castle, museums, festival), Midlothian (shopping, walking, skiing), East Lothian (golf, beaches) and so much more.

Neighbourhood information

Gorton House overlooks Roslin Glen, a picturesque nature reserve in the heart of Midlothian. There are beautiful walks in the surrounding countryside. The local shops can provide all you need for your self catering holiday. There are good transport links, train station and park and ride approx 10 mins drive away. Family friendly attractions close by include Dalkeith Country Park, Vogrie Country Park, Beecraigs Country Park, The Kelpies, Jupiter Artland, Hillend Ski Centre. Local eateries include Vins Cafe and Angelina Coffee Snug, The Sun Inn for something special, The Papermill for casual lunch, Secret Herb Garden or Dobbies garden centre for coffee and cake.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gorton House and Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
Fast free WiFi 70 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Mini golf
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Gorton House and Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 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.

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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardBankcard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

FAQs about Gorton House and Cottages

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Gorton House and Cottages on this page.

  • Yes, Gorton House and Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Gorton House and Cottages (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms
    • 3 bedrooms
    • 5 bedrooms

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

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Gorton House and Cottages (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 13 guests
    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests
    • 6 guests

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

  • Gorton House and Cottages offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Tennis court
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • The prices at Gorton House and Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Gorton House and Cottages is 2.3 miles from the centre of Lasswade. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Gorton House and Cottages is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.