St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh

32A Duddingston Park, Portobello, Edinburgh, EH15 1JU, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>31</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
31 reviews

The owner went above and beyond to help us. I forgot my license in the US and had to have it 48 hr shipped. The owner was so sweet and hospitable she can back early from her vacation to help out. Cottage was beautiful. Close to the bus station. Take to 124 to city center.

Bertina United States of America
a dining room with a wooden table and chairs at St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh in Edinburgh
a living room with two couches and a fireplace at St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh in Edinburgh
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St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh

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  • Entire home
  • 1066 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
    37 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub

St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh is located in Edinburgh, just one mile from Portobello Beach and 3.2 miles from Edinburgh Playhouse. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the vacation home. Offering a terrace with garden views, this vacation home also features a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 1 bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Royal Mile is 3.3 miles from the accommodation, while Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is 3.6 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 14 miles from St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Edinburgh
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  • Bertina
    United States of America United States of America
    “The owner went above and beyond to help us. I forgot my license in the US and had to have it 48 hr shipped. The owner was so sweet and hospitable she can back early from her vacation to help out. Cottage was beautiful. Close to the bus...”
  • Carrillo
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “The cottage was perfect, had everything we needed, and it was a home away from home. Hosts were very attentive and responsive.”
  • Craig
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The cottage had everything you need for a short stay and it's situated on the main bus route to/from Edinburgh.”

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St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh
St Margaret's Cottage offers four-star, self-catering accommodation for up to four people on Edinburgh's east side - just three miles from Edinburgh city centre and one mile from Portobello beach and town. This detached cottage offers a cosy home from home with open plan living and dining looking onto a small sunny patio and garden, two bedrooms and bathroom with separate toilet on the ground floor also. Upstairs has a cosy, double bedroom decorated in a cosy cottage style. The twin bedroom to the front of the property has views to the infamous Arthur's Seat - an extinct volcano in the city - well worth a heart busting walk up! The kitchen is fully fitted including microwave, washing machine, freezer and a Nespresso coffee maker. The cottage has excellent, free WIFI and bedding and towels are all provided. There is space in the driveway for one guest car just outside the front of the cottage. One well behaved dog is welcome by prior arrangement only at time of booking. Owners must provide dogs bedding and towels and they are not permitted on furniture or beds and must not be left unattended in the property for any amount of time. An additional fee applies of #25 per stay.
Fiona and Steve have been letting holiday cottages in Edinburgh and North Berwick since moving to the city in 2000. Fiona's backgound in hospitality means attention to detail is key and nothing is too much trouble. Guests enjoying a comfortable and memorable stay is at the heart of the cottage experience. Fiona and Steve live next door to St Margaret's with their two children and puppy Darcey.... Fiona is on hand 24/7 for any guest requirements. Whilst living close-by guests enjoy a private stay with as much or as little contact with the owners as they prefer.
St Margaret's is located just 15 minutes' drive from Edinburgh city centre and local buses provide regular transport into the centre every 10 minutes (no 44), with the nearest bus stop just a two minute walk away. Many of our guests opt for this method of getting in and out of the city centre. The seaside town of Portobello is just a short walk from St Margaret's Cottage and has everything from butchers, fishmongers, delis and greengrocers as well as a three supermarkets to lovely bars, cafes and restaurants. We highly recommend a stroll along the Victorian promenade and beach – even on a clear winter's day you can see over the Firth of Forth to the hills of Fife! Other attractions within a short walk of St Margaret's Cottage in Edinburgh include Figgate Park which features a lovely duck pond - with beavers, swans and herons and walk around tranquil, well-kept gardens. Just behind St Margaret's Cottage is Portobello Park and nine hold golf course....so bring your clubs!
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Good free Wifi 37 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
    • Guest bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Radio
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Terrace
    • Patio
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

    St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of GBP 100 is required on arrival. That's about USD 125. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet per stay applies.

    Please inform St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    License number: C, EH-71818-P

    FAQs about St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh

    • St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

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

    • The prices at St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh on this page.

    • St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh is 3 miles from the center of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)

    • St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

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

    • Check-in at St Margaret's Cottage, Edinburgh is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.