30 Inverleith Row, Edinburgh,

About this property

Complimentary Welcome Hamper

A complimentary welcome hamper will be awaiting you on your arrival containing milk, tea, fresh coffee, bread, butter, eggs, juice, wine and cheese, along with other essential items to prepare a light snack or breakfast. There may be some regional variations.

30 Inverleith Row is an imposing stone-built townhouse dating from the mid-19th century. The house retains much of its original period detail with a fine timber staircase, wide bay windows and high ceilings with ornamental plasterwork. There is an enclosed rear garden accessed by doors from the conservatory, with a lawn, patio and flower beds. Of particular note is the wonderful open views across playing fields to the front of the house and of the glasshouses of the botanic gardens to the rear.

Edinburgh is the city of festivals and particularly famous for the Edinburgh International Festival, other festivals take place in the city throughout the year including science, story-telling, magic, film, beer and fashion amongst many others. Not forgetting Hogmanay, the biggest and best New Year celebration in the UK. There is also an annual marathon and many charity runs including the Moonwalk. Host to rugby internationals and other sporting events, world class theatre and art exhibitions all year round, Edinburgh is easy to navigate. Feast at world class restaurants, enjoy a large range of museums and galleries. Lovers of the history just need to look out of their window, or wander down the narrow winding streets of the city to feel like they are on one of the worlds most stunning film sets. There truly is something for everyone in beautiful Edinburgh.

This holiday at a glance

Sleeps seven guests.

Four bedrooms.

One en-suite bathroom, one family bathroom and one shower room.

Parking in pay and display car park opposite house, along with some street parking. (See notes)

WiFi.

Children and one well behaved dog welcome (small additional charge).

Wood burning stove.

Minimum stay of three nights.

Additional Features

Wonderful open views across playing fields to the front of the house and of the glasshouses of the botanic gardens to the rear.

Fine timber staircase, wide bay windows and high ceilings with ornamental plasterwork.

Electric cooker, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer, two fridges, freezer and dishwasher.

Travel cot available on request.

Gas barbecue.

TV in drawing room.

Attractions and nearby amenities

Royal Botanic Gardens was established in 1670. During the 20th century three regional gardens were acquired, Benmore in Argyll, Dawyck in the Scottish borders and Logan on the southern peninsula of Dumfries and Gallway. They represent one of the world’s largest living collection of plants.

Holyrood Palace – The Palace of Holyroodhouse, commonly referred to as Holyrood Palace, is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland. The Palace is located at the bottom of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, at the opposite end to Edinburgh Castle. The history of the Palace is amazing, and formal Royal residents include Mary Queen of Scots who witnessed the murder of her secretary Rizio by her husband Lord Darnley

Her Majesty’s Yacht Britannia, also known as the Royal Yacht Britannia has been in service from 1954 – 1997, with 986 state visits. The Yacht has hosted many state visits including welcoming Sir Winston Churchill,Ghandi and Nelson Mandela. Today she is an award-winning visitor attraction and evening events venue permanently berthed at Ocean Terminal, Leith. She is visited by over 300,000 tourists each year.

Scottish National Gallery is located on The Mound in central Edinburgh, in a neoclassical building designed by William Henry Playfair. It first opened to the Public in 1859.The gallery houses the Scottish and international art from the beginning of the Renaissance up to the start of the 20th century. Admission is free, but a charge may be made for special exhibitions

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