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Lime Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms located within the grounds of Ar

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Lime Cottage
Lime Cottage
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Borthwick Castle
  • Place, Dalhousie Castle
  • Place, Rosslyn Chapel
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

First floor bedroom

1 Double Bed

Ground floor bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

First floor bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Lime Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms located within the grounds of Ar

Located on the stunning Lime Avenue drive to Arniston House Lime 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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site 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

About the area

Gorebridge

Gorebridge is home to this cottage. Grassmarket and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Street and George Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Gorebridge, Midlothian

What's nearby

  • Gore Glen Woodland Park - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Scottish Mining Museum - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Borthwick Castle - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Vogrie Country Park - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Dalhousie Castle - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

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
  • ‪Greggs - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Fresco - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lime Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms located within the grounds of Ar pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lime Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms located within the grounds of Ar?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lime Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms located within the grounds of Ar?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lime Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms located within the grounds of Ar?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lime Cottage - a charming traditional stone cottage with 2 bedrooms located within the grounds of Ar located?

Situated in Gorebridge, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Vogrie Country Park, Dalhousie Castle and Borthwick Castle. Dalkeith Country Park and Rosslyn Chapel are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

A most wonderful stay

We stayed here for 5 nights . From booking to the actual stay- communication was fab. Lights were even kindly left on for us due to a late arrival so that we didn’t stumble in the dark. A cosy pretty cottage on a beautiful estate. A super easy train ride into Edinburgh. Absolutely would stay again- 5 star from us !

10/10 Excellent

Lucy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic weekend

The cottage ticked all our boxes. Log fire, large kitchen, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, set in beautiful Scottish countryside, close to Edinburgh.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

A comfortable stay

Contact and info provided by Arniston Estate prior to arrival was first class. The cottage (Lime) was comfortable for two people, although it sleeps 4 there is only enough room at dining table for two and only two chairs provided. This was perfect for us. Wifi was strong with no drop outs. Log burner was great. The walks around the grounds were great some amazing looking trees in the sunken garden straight out of lord of the rings by the looks of it. Enjoyed watching the bats flying in and out of the eaves of the cottage. Nothing bad to say.
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Cosy cottage in a stunning location

We loved our stay at Arniston, our cottage had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and it is in a beautiful location. We were able to walk our dog around the grounds (she says lots of exciting sniffs - highly recommend!) and enjoy the huge old trees that are all over the estate. Henrietta the owner didn't intrude but was always happy to help if we had a question. Edinburgh is a short drive or train ride away (but do bring a car as the location is very rural - part of the charm), so you can really mix town and country. It is also easy to get to the Scottish Borders and visit the castles and abbeys dotted around.
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8/10 Good

Caroline B.

Lovely traditional cottage in a lovely location

This is the second time we have stayed in the cottages. It’s in a lovely location and is very convenient for us visiting family in the area. The cottages have many traditional features which are lovely albeit some are looking a little bit tired, however, excellent value for money.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lime cottage

Beautiful cottage and estate. Perfect for relaxing. Plenty to see and do as Edinburgh City is very close. Very welcoming and excellent communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent stay

The location is perfect. Just to the south of Edinburgh, within easy reach of interesting places such as Rosslyn & Stirling.A long, tree-lined road leads up to the cottages. The cottage itself was clean, with everything you could need to make your stay comfortable.We took the tour of the house, given by Henrietta and her mother who filled it with many personal anecdotes and observations. Much better than a dry talk from someone with no connection to the family. My favourite room, the library. I would love a room like that.The grounds of the estate are also worth walking around, with the Sunken Garden being particularly nice.Overall a perfect place for a relaxing break away from everything.
The long drive
One of the many 'monuments' on the estate
The Sunken Garden
Looking towards the main house
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny R., Zeuthen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Cottage

Full of anticipation we started our journey to Gorebridge. The driveway to the cottage is absolutely beautiful. The cottage itself has a cozy vintage look in a quiet location. Exactly what we were looking for. The fireplace was already prepared for the first time using it. We had a very nice, comfortable time here. What I need to criticise is the kitchen, which disappointed me somehow. In the pictures it looks quite modern and well equipped. Unfortunately, the kitchen furniture is worn and getting old. The dishes are limited, which means that I had to rinse them several times because otherwise there wouldn’t have been enough. There were no lids for the pots. The cleanliness in the cottage is good according to the circumstances.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Autumn Stay

Lovely stay at Lime cottage for a week with our two dogs. Well furnished though took a while to warm up. Could do with a few more lights outside especially when needing to take the dogs out when it is dark. We would easily stay again.
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8/10 Good

A great location in beautiful surroundings. Not too far from Edinburgh.

A lovely home with everything we needed. Comfortable beds, liked the en suite bathroom( a nice surprise). Will definitely stay here again.
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8/10 Good

David E.

Nice little spot

We four (three adults, one child) enjoyed our four night stay at Lime Cottage. Convenient for what we had in mind re visiting relatives in the area. Also convenient train service to Edinburgh. The estate grounds are lovely (mid-Sept). Gentle if manicured walks and pleasing views of.the Pentland Hills.
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6/10 Okay

Disappointed with the overall condition of the property.

Kitchen worktops and cupboards needed to be cleaned before use. Dirty marks on several of the electric fires. Stains on the living room chairs. Paint work needed wiping . Dust and cobwebs found. Felt that the whole property needed up update. Location was great and grounds were beautiful.

10/10 Excellent

Alan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely break

The cottage was perfect for our stay, safe location for our children, near railway station. Having access to free firewood was a lovely touch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sl C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Lime cottage is in a lovely venue!!

A bit disappointed in some aspects of housekeeping ie., oven needed cleaned, some crockery needed washed, toaster had a lot of crumbs on tray, vac cleaner brush head full of dog hairs, outside front door mat very dirty. We groomed our dogs everyday after exercise to keep the cottage clean and had crates for them to sleep in at night
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Another short stay at Arniston House

4 nights at the Lime cottage this time. Again, overall an excellent stay with great value for money and beautiful grounds to explore. Lime cottage benefits from the ground floor ensuite bedroom, which suited the wife and I perfectly. Cozy nights with a fire in the living room and ability to prepare our own breakfast/dinner at our time of choice. As long as you have a car this makes a great base to explore the region and if you don't like navigating the traffic in downtown Edinburgh, just park at either Gorebridge, Newton Grange or Eskbank train stations and hop on the Borders train to Waverly station downtown. All in all a very peaceful stay in a quaint restored stone cottage. We will be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Jane J.

Highly recommend

The cottage is lovely and has all the amenities that you need. Great that the cottages are dog friendly so that the beautiful countryside can be explored with our dogs too. Any questions are addressed immediately and I would highly recommend staying at Lime Cottage
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Cottage

A beautiful cottage and setting, every effort had been made to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The log burner with plenty of fire wood made for cosey evenings. Ideal for trips into Edinburgh.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

Beautiful cottage in stunning surroundings. Not far from Edinburgh by car or you can get the train.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

Perfect holiday cottage

We spent a week at Lime Cottage and it was perfect for our needs; comfortable, well equipped and with easy access to Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside. We would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

David H.

A Truly Unique Scotland Experience

We thoroughly enjoyed our 7 nights at Lime Cottage. We day tripped by car and train the Edinburgh area.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent

Everything about the stay was perfect. I particularly like that there was not an extra charge for logs. The country side and nature are beautiful and abundant. We felt happy, comfortable and welcomed during our stay. We are going back in November.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect in every way

We have stayed at Arniston Cottages in both Lime & Elm on many visits. Ideal location for Edinburgh and the surrounding areas. Arniston cottages are well equipped with everything you need from good quality linen to a well equipped kitchen. Henrietta and her staff are friendly with quick response to all correspondence. These cottages truly are perfect

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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Great place, very different from a hotel

Really enjoyed the location and the history of the cottage. I only stayed for three nights. Should have stayed longer. I liked the property. Lots of history there. Much more fun than a hotel. The host, Henrietta, communicated well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great setting, lovely cottage and perfect for our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorebridge

Lovely place and nice and quiet to get a good nights sleep. It was perfect for the 3 of us as we were really using it to sleep as we travelled into Edinburgh which was quite close, only 30 minutes by train and the drive into town was quick to get to the train. Well located in that regard. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Henrietta Dundas

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My family, The Dundas family, have owned and lived at Arniston for 450 years. We very much enjoy welcoming visitors to the estate to experience the timeless beauty of our home. The current mansion house was built by William Adam in 1726 and many of our cottage visitors enjoy the guided tours which run from May to mid-September. We are so fortunate to live in the country yet we have Edinburgh with all its attractions just a short train ride away.

Why they chose this property

The properties were built in the 18th century to house the foresters who worked on the estate in days gone by.

What makes this property unique

The stunning setting for our properties is always remarked on. Arniston is a designated designed landscape with many ancient broadleaf trees and wonderful woodlands to explore with pets. We have the best of both worlds as the buzz of our capital city, Edinburgh with all its attractions is a 25 minute train ride away.

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