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About this property

Spacious Accommodation: JOIVY Observatory Unique House on Calton Hill in Edinburgh offers a spacious holiday home with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property includes a living room and family rooms, ensuring comfort for all guests. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can enjoy a garden and terrace with garden views. The terrace features outdoor furniture and an outdoor dining area, perfect for relaxation and alfresco meals. Modern Amenities: The holiday home provides free WiFi, a kitchenette, and a washing machine. Additional amenities include streaming services, a work desk, and a dining table, catering to all needs. Prime Location: Located 10 km from Edinburgh Airport, the property is a short walk from Edinburgh Waverley station and Edinburgh Castle. Nearby attractions include the National Museum of Scotland and Edinburgh Playhouse. Activities: Guests can enjoy boating, kayaking, or canoeing in the surrounding area. The property is highly rated by guests for its spaciousness and excellent facilities.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Edinburgh


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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  • Natalia
    Chile Chile
    Decoración hermosa. Con muchas amenidades para hacer la instancia más cómoda. Te sientes durmiendo en un castillo. Baños y habitaciones muy lindos y cómodos.

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 JOIVY Scotland

Company review score: 8Based on 13,215 reviews from 163 properties
163 managed properties

Company information

∗Please note the property is fitted with a noise-detection device. ∗Please note that JOIVY is not responsible or liable for any lost, misplaced or stolen items during guest stays. ⚡ In light of the current situation, we kindly ask our guests to consume electricity and gas mindfully. Please note we will add an additional charge for excessive energy usage. *If you need a travel cot or sofa bed linens, please let us know in advance or add this to your reservation from your dedicated boarding pass for an additional fee. *Please note this property is located at the top of Calton Hill, a popular tourist destination, and the hill can become quite busy during the day. Additionally, the house property is within an open public site containing a visitors' centre. ● The property is on the ground floor. ● There are two flights of stairs within the property. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT This home is managed on behalf of Collective by JOIVY, which offers a wide selection of top-quality properties across Europe. ABOUT THE HOST Collective is a charity with a mission to bring people together around art. From our home on Calton Hill, we support artists in presenting their new work to a wide audience. We work with local children and young people to provide opportunities for play and creativity at Collective. Observatory House is the oldest building on our site and part of the historic observatory which Collective redeveloped as a centre for contemporary art in 2018. All proceeds from the House support Collective’s charitable mission and work.

Property information

✔ Expansive house nicely nestled on Calton Hill ✔ Extraordinary views on all sides ✔ 2152ft2 | 200m2 ✔ 3 bedrooms ✔ 3 bathrooms ✔ Completely furnished kitchen ✔ Cosy garden ✔ 13-minute walk to Scott Monument ✔ St Giles cathedral is a 16-minute walk ✔ 20-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle ✔ Edinburgh Waverley train station is a 10-minute walk ⭐ The House itself comprises two upper floors while on the ground level a self-contained apartment provides additional capacity and facilities. The upper and lower floor are conjoined by a central staircase. ⭐ 3 bedrooms in total — Astronomer’s suite – the main bedroom featuring a super king-sized bed — Observer’s room – the spacious second bedroom with super king-sized bed that can be split into twin beds if necessary — Chartmaker’s room – the main bedroom on the ground floor featuring a super king-sized bed that can be split into twin beds if necessary ⭐ 3 bathrooms ⭐ The house boasts two comfortable living rooms on different floors ⭐ Fully equipped kitchen with stunning outlook across Calton Hill to the National Monument. ● Guests will have full, unrestricted access to the House. Due to its unique location, there is no parking available directly outside the House; however, luggage drop-off by car and food van deliveries are permitted via the Calton Hill access road. ● Unfortunately, the House is not wheelchair accessible due to steps and staircases which cannot be ramped. ● The House and Apartment both have steps and staircases to reach all rooms. ● The Apartment is self-contained on one floor without stairs, though a small flight of stairs is used to reach the front door. Check-in Information: A member of our team will welcome you to the property, give you a tour, and provide keys. ∗Please note that а refundable damage deposit of 250GBP is mandatory and should be paid via card and before check-in. We inspect the property after you check out; if there is no damage, we refund the deposit within 2 days via bank transfer.

Neighbourhood information

Attractions within walking distance of the House include the National Gallery, City Art Centre, National Museum, Castle and many more. We’d also love to share our knowledge of the less-hyped Edinburgh, from the vibrant contemporary art galleries such as Talbot Rice Gallery and Dovecot to alternative ways to understand the city, like Black History walking tours and smaller, independent museums. Edinburgh city centre also boasts a wonderful array of restaurants and food options. For more of a local feel, Leith, Easter Road and Abbeyhill are just to the north and east of Calton Hill and have many small restaurants, bars, and coffee shops on offer. If you’d like to stay in and enjoy the House, small independent food shops and mini markets are close by, or online deliveries can drop food to you close to the House.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £250 is required on arrival. That's about US$332. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£27 per stay

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

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.

A damage deposit of £250 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: EH-69756-F, G