Guests say
Guests have found the cottage in Edinburgh to be a charming and well-equipped home away from home. Its proximity to local amenities and the city centre, along with the quiet neighbourhood, has been appreciated. The property offers a comfortable stay with clean rooms and cosy beds, although some guests noted minor maintenance issues.
The majority of guests reported the house to be very clean, with comfortable beds and well-maintained rooms. However, a few guests mentioned issues with window cleanliness and a stinky dish towel, slightly affecting the overall impression.
The property is praised for its convenient location, close to bus stops and local shops, and only a short distance from Edinburgh city centre. Some guests found it a bit far from the centre, but this was mitigated by the availability of public transport and parking.
Guests have enjoyed the spaciousness and homeliness of the property, with special mentions of comfy beds and a quiet environment conducive to relaxation. The presence of a single bathroom for larger groups was a slight drawback for some.
The house is well-equipped with a kitchen, washing machine, and dishwasher, which guests found convenient. However, there were comments about the need for modernisation, issues with doors, and overgrown garden areas, indicating room for improvement in maintenance.
While guests have expressed satisfaction with the property and the responsiveness of the owners, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Situated in the small village of Danderhall, offering spacious accommodation for up to 6 people and graded 4star by Visit Scotland. The property is an ideal base from which to explore not only the town of Dalkeith, which is only a 10-minute drive away, but also the historic city of Edinburgh, only half an hour away, the Firth of Forth and the Golf coast, from Musselburgh down to North Berwick.
Situated in the small village of Danderhall, offering spacious Visit Scotland 4 star graded accommodation for up to 6 people. The property is an ideal base from which to explore not only the town of Dalkeith, just a 10-minute drive away, but also the historic city of Edinburgh which is half an hour away. The fabulous Firth of Forth coast has super beaches and lots to discover all the way from Musselburgh down to North Berwick and Dunbar.
Dalkeith is an excellent base for holidays with its Country Park making a fantastic day out for families and couples alike offering walks, cycling (bike hire available) fishing and bush craft activities and also operating as a working farm, the land is home to an abundance of wildlife including otters, badgers, hares and migratory birds, all of which can be experienced via a Ranger-led walk. For the little ones in tow, the Park offers zorbing and archery, not to mention Fort Douglas Adventure Park, a magical turreted tree house, complete with suspension bridge, climbing frame, secret tunnels plus knights, princesses and pirates.
The Scottish capital city of Edinburgh is of course renowned for its history and a trip to the Castle and Royal Mile is a must. Also recommended are the many art galleries including The Scottish, Scottish National, National Portrait and Modern Art galleries. For the green fingered, the Botanic Gardens, with their tropical and temperate palm glass-houses, arboretum and allotments offer a welcome break from the bustle of the city centre. Live traditional music takes place in many locations across the city throughout the week and food from all four corners of the world is readily available.
There are a number of fantastic beaches relatively close by including Cramond, Gullane, Portobello, North Berwick, Seacliff, Belhaven Bay and Silver Sands and easy access to the main roads leading to the Lothian, Fife and Border regions for anyone looking for a day further afield.
Postcode: EH22 1LZ
Damage Deposit: £250 (Unfortunately we are unable to facilitate the Damage Waiver Fee on this property, please select the Refundable Damage Deposit)
Twenty DC is let weekly Saturday - Saturday. Short breaks are welcome throughout the year, but during school holiday periods are only accepted if within 28 days of arrival.
STL Licence:- ML00057F
EPC: C
Accommodation for 6 across 2 floors: Ground floor: Coat cupboard; Sitting room; Dining/Sun room; Kitchen; Bathroom with heated towel rail; Shower over bath, WC and Washbasin. First Floor: 2 double bedrooms and 1 twin bedroom.
Services: Gas central heating * Electric ceramic Hob & Oven * Microwave * Washing Machine * Dishwasher * Fridge/Freezer * Ironing Board & Iron * Large screen colour TV with Freeview * DVD Player * Sound System with CD and Radio * Wifi * Bed Linen and Towels provided * Hairdryer in each bedroom * Cot & Highchair available on request * Large enclosed Garden with Patio area * Off-road parking for 2 cars * Sorry, no pets
Please note: The lead guest must be 25 yrs old and the house is not to be used for any party without prior consent, quite hours/curfew from 10pm to 7am is expected to be respected. Any towels stained by fake tan will be charged at full replacement cost.
Nearby points of interest
- Museum of Childhood
- Royal Yacht Britannia
Reviews (26)
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Confirmed Guest
Me and my friend had a really great stay at Twenty DC. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. It's only a 30 minute bus ride from Edinburgh and it was very nice to come back to a place where it's far more quiet than the city after a day of exploring. We had breakfast every day with lots of birds chirping in the garden and even saw a hedgehog there once :) We would definitely come back here if we'd visit Edinburgh again.
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Confirmed Guest
A wonderful, cozy house, in a quiet neighbourhood, perfect to relax after a day at Fringe. It is clean, well equipped, with a lovely sitting room facing the garden. The bus stop is just a couple of minutes away, so is the supermarket.
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Confirmed Guest
Loved staying here! It had everything we needed for a relaxing holiday—super comfy, clean, and in a great location.