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Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate

Cottage in Gorebridge with kitchen and fireplace

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Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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Gorebridge, Midlothian

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About the neighborhood

Gorebridge

This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Borthwick Castle and Vogrie Country Park. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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Getting around

  • Gorebridge Station - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dean Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Coronation Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪beetroot bar & grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Dungeon Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Gorebridge, close to Dalhousie Castle, Rosslyn Chapel, and Borthwick Castle. Vogrie Country Park is also within a driving distance of 3.7 mi.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate good for couples?

At this historic cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 19.2 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate.

Chestnut Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms on Arniston Estate Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage. Very comfortable bedroom. Open fire and stash of logs made a difference. Helpful host. Lovely grounds for dog walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CJ S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely old cottage in ‘servants quarters’ Very comfortable bed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Warr family

Cosy and comfortable. Tranquil and beautiful location. Great for walks with dogs. Everything needed in cottage was there. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anna B.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean M.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Laura B.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was warm and cozy. Everything clean and on point. So spacious and alot of exras. Well equipped kitchen.🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney B.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C., Dallas TX

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!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage and property. Easy train ride into Edinburgh. Couldnt expect anything better

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Scottish Beauty

Great location… beautiful property!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Bert V.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

laith

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully renovated property just outside Edinburg. Plenty of parking for our rental car which we used to drive to attractions and into the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

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!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay

Beautiful cottage in stunning surroundings. Everything you could need and more. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and pleasant. Cottage was beautieful and clean. Enjoyed our stay

Would recommend to family and friends
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic retreat

Superb location, comfortable and a great place to stay, friendly owner and employees, highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy A.

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Away

Great short stay ,location and grounds are great. Lovely place to stay highly reccomended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gail N.

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Derek C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Property, Excellent location

Very clean, very homely cottage. Ideally located for Edinburgh & Borders.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021