The Rock House - Main House

28 Calton Hill, Edinburgh, EH7 5AA, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>27</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
27 reviews
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The Rock House - Main House

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  • Entire apartment
  • 1292 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Non-smoking rooms
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Located in the centre of Edinburgh, just 600 metres from Edinburgh Waverley station and 700 metres from Royal Mile, The Rock House - Main House provides accommodation with garden views and free WiFi. The property has city views and is 1.1 km from National Museum of Scotland and 1.1 km from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. The property is non-smoking and is situated 600 metres from Edinburgh Playhouse. The spacious apartment features 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a toaster, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests can also relax in the garden. Popular points of interest near the apartment include The Real Mary King's Close, University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 10 km from The Rock House - Main House.

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Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Edinburgh, this property has an excellent location score of 10.0

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Availability

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

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
10
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Edinburgh
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  • Paula
    Ireland Ireland
    “The decor in the house is lovely, very warm and inviting. The location is excellent and the property is a real hidden gem. Marco was very obliging and helpful with any queries we had. Would highly recommend this property for a lovely central...”
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The whole house is gorgeous. So central but quiet at night. The views are amazing and the history of the building is apparent. Garden is so tranquil and lovely to be in as well. No issues with the place that would make me never want to stay again.”
  • Grainne
    Ireland Ireland
    “Amazing period property, in a super location on Calton Hill, with great facilities and space for a group of friends or family. Our host Marco was incredibly responsive to all requests. I only wish we could have stayed longer.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Amore

Company review score: 9.6Based on 209 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company information

Amore Property Management is a small independent holiday letting company. Our mission is to provide our guests with excellent accommodations in the historic city of Edinburgh. Offering a friendly and professional service.

Property information

Spanning two floors, the historic Rock House exudes character and charm. A more inviting house in Edinburgh would be hard to find. Throughout are period details, open log fires and beautifully designed living areas, the result of which is a timeless elegance. A stay here is guaranteed to be as unforgettable as it is captivating.

Neighbourhood information

Rock House is a unique landmark house boasting spectacular panoramic views of Edinburgh from its elevated position and is conveniently located just a few moments walk from Princes Street. The house has a fascinating history and now as a self-catering holiday let both the views and its heritage can be enjoyed by those seeking a exceptional place to stay in the city. Built in the 1750s, Rock House is reputed to be one of the oldest houses in Edinburgh’s new town. It came to worldwide fame as the home of David Octavius Hill, the artist and pioneering photographer who in 1843 together with Robert Adamson developed the calotype process at Rock House. Both Hill and Adamson are credited with the origination of photography as an art form - taking the camera into the landscape and for the first time photographing people in their natural habitat. Rock House remained in continuous use as a photographer's studio from the 1840s up until the 1950s. Recently renovated, it has now returned to its former glory and can be enjoyed by members of the public for short stays and holidays.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,French,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Rock House - Main House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs £5 per hour.
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Tumble dryer
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Fireplace
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    Room Amenities
    • Private entrance
    • Heating
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor & View
    • City view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Italian

    Property practice

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

    House rules

    The Rock House - Main House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 00:00

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

    Check-out

    From 00:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    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

    2 cots available upon request.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

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

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

    FAQs about The Rock House - Main House

    • Check-in at The Rock House - Main House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The Rock House - Main House can accommodate the following group size:

      • 8 guests

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

    • The Rock House - Main House has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 4 bedrooms

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

    • Yes, The Rock House - Main House is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at The Rock House - Main House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Rock House - Main House is 950 yards from the centre of Edinburgh. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Rock House - Main House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):