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Consider a stay at Luxury Scottish Country House Near Edinburgh and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Luxury Scottish Country House Near Edinburgh

  • The Old Millhouse Luxury Scottish Retreat Near Edinburgh

    Step into the history and tranquillity of The Old Millhouse, a beautifully restored 5-bedroom luxury retreat dating back to 1703, set beside the river in the stunning Scottish countryside just outside Edinburgh. We are only 20minutes to Edinburgh City centre. And a 20 minute drive from Edinburgh Airport - transport can be arranged . Private chefs are our speciality .

    Sally also lives on site and is on hand to assist with all concierge services if requested .

    Our Annex Apartment - our self contained 1 bedroom apartment situated close to the main house is also available to hire, please ask us for details.

    Sleeping up to 10 guests + 3 Children and four legged family members are welcome , The Old Millhouse combines historic character with contemporary luxury, creating the perfect setting for family celebrations, special occasions, group getaways or simply an unforgettable Scottish escape.

    After a day exploring Edinburgh, return home to your own private sanctuary. Relax in the luxury swim spa/hot tub unwind in the Scandi style wood burner sauna, or refresh in the cold plunge for the brave before settling into the comfort of this exceptional country house.

    The Old Millhouse offers the best of both worlds: the peace, privacy and beauty of the Scottish countryside, while being conveniently close to Edinburgh and its world-famous attractions

    Inside, original character and modern design come together beautifully, with spacious living areas, five luxurious bedrooms and everything you need for a truly comfortable stay.

    Whether you're visiting Scotland for the first time, celebrating a special occasion or looking for an extraordinary place to gather with family and friends, The Old Millhouse provides a memorable Scottish experience in a setting that feels completely your own.

    Historic charm. Contemporary luxury. Unforgettable Scotland.

    Happy to discuss all your dreams and plans for visiting Scotland

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 453 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Keys and Gate phones leave in kitchen
Leave beds
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 453 kg per pet)
Note from host: Please do not leave dogs in the house alone

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No children in sauna

Events

No events allowed

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Dalkeith is home to this holiday home. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edinburgh International Conference Centre or Murrayfield Stadium. Visit our Dalkeith travel guide
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Dalkeith, Scotland

What's nearby

  • A stone bridge with an arch over a river, surrounded by trees and a castle in the background.
    Dalkeith Country Park
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    23 min drive - 12.9 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a statue in the foreground.
    Edinburgh Castle
    25 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Newbattle Abbey
    16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Broomieknowe Golf Course
    5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Eskbank Station
    4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Greggs
    7 min walk
  • Elginhaugh Farm
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Bombay lounge
    12 min walk
  • The Melville Inn
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Scottish Country House Near Edinburgh pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Luxury Scottish Country House Near Edinburgh?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Scottish Country House Near Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Scottish Country House Near Edinburgh?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Scottish Country House Near Edinburgh located?

Situated in Dalkeith, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Dalkeith Country Park and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Dalhousie Castle. Royal Infirmary and Craigmillar Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km). Eskbank Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Luxury Scottish Country House Near Edinburgh Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Extraordinary property! Beautiful home! Gorgeous grounds! Lovely host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Old Mill House

The Old Mill House is a gorgeous house and property. Sally the owner is a delight. She gave suggestions and helped us book other activities (fly fishing lesson for son and grandson). She suggested golf courses, day trips and restaurants. We were a family of 10 and we all loved the experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dalkieth Delight

By far the best host we have ever encountered!! I can not say enough about Sally and her ability to make us feel like family. She took care of our every need and then some!! The house is amazing and perfect for a group to come and have a great experience of Scotland. Her recommendations were perfect!! Come visit the Old Mill House in Dalkieth!!!
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent!

The home and grounds are absolutely beautiful. The home was very clean and well appointed, having everything we needed. Sally, the owner/host is the kindest person who really looked after us. She provided us with contacts for drivers, tour guides, and even a chef. She even made dining reservations for us. I had asked for a recommendation for bakery where I could order a special occasion cake. She gave a couple options, and then picked up my order for me. Her attention to detail is superb and she went above and beyond in so many ways. We would definitely stay there again if we are ever back in Scotland.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful idyll …

It is rare when a property that you research and select online meets virtually all of the benchmarks, but Sally’s property is not only beautiful and comfortable, but the service level is beyond compare. Having a small child with us as a family, we wanted a place that addressed her needs while also being appropriate for the adults in the room and the home did that and so much more! We were close to parks, golf courses, the grocery when needed, and close enough to the city of Edinburgh that we were able to take advantage of Sally’s in-house driver to see a concert and sightsee easily. We also took full advantage of Sally’s chef (and bagpiper;) for a daughter’s landmark birthday celebration. We couldn't have enjoyed ourselves any more than we did!;)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing home and property in lovely Dalkeith Scotland!

My family and I recently visited the Old Millhouse in June. We couldn’t have been happier with our choice to stay here. The host Sally couldn’t have been more helpful in planning our stay and was always accessible to help us in anyway she could. Wilbur our driver for the week was always reliable and quite the character. Sally put together various outings for us, to North Bewick, Hawicke and a day at St. Andrew’s with her tour guide Darren who was great. We did two dinners in with meals prepared by chef Jesse and they were both delicious. The home itself is rich in history and lovingly decorated from Sally’s numerous travels. The property is so serene you never want to leave. In all a dream property for a perfect Scottish getaway….we hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The fabulous Old Millhouse

My family of 7, including our one year old granddaughter, stayed in the Old Millhouse for 5 nights. The house is even more beautiful in person than in the photos. Everything is top notch from kitchen appliances and utensils, to comfy bedding, linens and toiletries. The decor is absolutely lovely. Sally, our host, was super helpful and responsive and just lovely. We hired personal chef Jesse to prepare our dinner upon arrival and it was one of our best parts of the entire trip! The huge, private grounds are stunning and Sally's dogs, William and Fleur, charmed us with their good manners and adorableness. The house location was a great jumping off spot for visiting Edinburgh, North Berwick and sites to the north as well. We had a beautiful family vacation at the Old Millhouse and would 100% stay there again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Location, Property, and Host

The OldMill House was everything depicted in the VRBO listing ... and more. The property was one of a kind - a country estate just 20 minutes from the Edinburgh city center. The property itself is stunning from the grounds to the architecture to the decorating and art inside the house. Every detail was attended to and our family felt super comfortable the entire week we were in Dalkeith. Everything was well supplied - the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, even wood for the fireplace. And, we thoroughly enjoyed working with Sally who promptly replied to every question asked before and during our stay, who was on site to welcome us and show us around the house, who assisted us with travel recommendations, transport, and dining recommendations. There is a reason why this is a top rental property in all of Scotland. We can't wait to visit this lovely home again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Scottish Return

We traveled around the Edinburgh, N Berwick and even saw the lovely Hawick. Sally’s home is amazing. So well appointed, stylish, comfortable and convenient for all kinds of activities. From walking to Dalkeith, traveling to the coast for golf or a day visit to Edinburgh, you cannot beat the location. 6 of us were accommodated comfortably in style. Already planning our return. It’s not just a house; Sally and her local knowledge is top notch. So helpful and insightful. The visit would not be complete, however, without the great help of Wilbur. The best driver a family could ask for. Sally’s referral proved to be a home run. Wilbur is a unique combination of wisdom, self deprecating humor and Scottish history. We loved our first return to Scotland since my great grandmother left to the States. Craick all round.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Top Tier

Our group of 10 family and friends stayed at the Olde Millhouse for 7 nights. The house is even more amazing than the photos with every comfort you could want, and the grounds were a delightful surprise! The meticulously kept landscape includes a creek and waterfall which delighted the grandchildren, as did the puppies (William and Fleur) and the hens - fresh eggs everyday! The house is better equipped than my own, and if you need anything, Sally will get it for you! Sally is the perfect host, one step ahead of all our needs. When our group's arrival plans got turned upside down, she sorted it all out and got us settled in without a hitch. She is super helpful, gracious with a delightful sense of humor who went above and beyond to make our visit unforgettable. Our plans included a special dinner prepared by Jesse who sought out our preferences ahead of our visit, and prepared a wonderful meal. The location of the house is perfect as a home base to explore Edinburgh, North Berwick and the Highlands. Dalkeith offers several local dining options which we happily sampled. The Olde Millhouse gets our highest recommendation. My family will be talking about this vacation for years to come, and would absolutely stay there again. Sally, thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

We had a lovely stay - the house is beautiful and very nicely furnished, and the kitchen is well stocked with essentials and cooking utensils. The property is gorgeous and location was perfect - nice and quiet but a quick trip into Edinburgh. Would definitely stay there again if we are ever back in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wonderful!

We had a wonderful stay . Johanne made us feel very welcome, the house is stunning, garden is beautiful and the kids loved to swim-spa!Will rebook !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get together

We had the most wonderful stay at Old Mill House. The kitchen was incredibly well equipped for catering for 9 of us and we all loved the swim spa and outdoor space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The Old Mill House is absolutely stunning. First class accommodations and Sally was superb host!!

Everything was perfect, the rooms beautifully decorated and are equipped with all the comforts for your stay. The house is stunning and the grounds are perfectly manicured with many places to relax and take in nature. We will definitely stay here again and I highly recommend it to anyone considering the Old Mill House.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a family weekend

I would highly recommend The Old Millhouse. We had a lovely family holiday there. The house and grounds are stunning. Johanne was really quick to respond to all my questions and we loved having Liz come and cook for us one evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Luxury Home Away From Home

The Old Mill House is fabulous! Beautiful inside and out with a warm, inviting vibe and all the modern elements we appreciate. Thank you, Sally, for being such a welcoming and gracious host!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exquisite property with plenty of space

Really could not have asked for a better experience. Johanne was so accommodating and really made the entire experience so pleasant. The hot tub was great, the gardens and grounds were exquisite, and the bedrooms were so comfortable. Would stay here again without a doubt!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My best VRBO experience by far.

The house and property are beautiful, and the property manager was absolutely amazing. She suggested activities, arranged anything we wanted, actually picked up groceries for us and made sure we were happy. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 26 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Scotland. It was the perfect home for us.

I experience staying at the Oldmill house was just perfect. we couldn’t of asked for a more beautiful home. Sally knew exactly how to make her home beautiful and practical and modern but also have the Scottish feel. And Wilbur our driver was amazing.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

I would have put six stars

The house was very clean and functional. Bathroom and bedroom was more than ok, the garden was lovely. Very convenient for food and activities. close to the airport. =) =) =)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great family holiday

We had a lovely stay over the Easter holiday with our extended family. The house and grounds are very well maintained. Our little girl loved collecting the fresh eggs from the hens everyday. Sally couldn't have done more to make our stay enjoyable. Would definitely recommend and come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very special Scottish estate

A fabulous house, a gorgeous setting and incredibly welcoming hosts made this a trip of a life time for my wife and me, our four adult sons and their four girlfriends. May thanks to Sally and Terry for making an idyllic retreat even more heavenly. Fabulous.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Do Yourself a Favor and Stay Here!

The house and property are stunning. It is it’s own oasis which I cannot recommend more! Johanne was helpful and responsive in the booking process and checking in was as easy as it comes. If you stay, use Wilbur’s services! He was funny and sweet, and made getting around effortless. So happy to have found this listing on vrbo!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house

Beautiful house, everything we needed was here, perfect for our family get-together. We took advantage of the "takeaway" meal delivered to the house ready to put in oven - huge helpings and delicious. Great house to come home to after busy days sightseeing, or just to relax in as the grounds are so beautiful. Thank you to Sally and Patrick who were so welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ladies getaway

Great getaway for a group of friends. All queries answered before arrival. Private catering one evening excellent and minibus into Edinburgh great value. One minor point is 2 bedrooms on 3rd floor quite a bit smaller but we drew lots to make it fair.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021