Twenty DC

About this property

Situated in the small village of Danderhall, offering spacious accommodation for up to 6 people. The property is an ideal base from which to explore not only the town of Dalkeith, which is only a 10-minute drive away, but also the historic city of Edinburgh, only half an hour away, the Firth of Forth and the Golf coast, from Musselburgh down to North Berwick.

Dalkeith itself has much to offer guests. The Country Park is a fantastic day out for families and couples alike offering walks, cycling (bike hire available) fishing and bush craft activities. Also operating as a working farm, the land is home to an abundance of wildlife including otters, badgers, hares and migratory birds, all of which can be experienced via a Ranger-led walk. For the little ones in tow, the Park offers zorbing and archery, not to mention Fort Douglas Adventure Park, a magical turreted treehouse, complete with suspension bridge, climbing frame, secret tunnels plus knights, princesses and pirates.

Dalkeith is also home to the World's longest running indoor butterfly house, Edinburgh Butterfly and Insect World, where hundreds of exotic species of butterfly fly free amongst a tropical rainforest environment. Open all year round, handling and feeding session take place on a daily basis, not only for the butterflies, but for millipedes, snakes and tarantulas too.

The Scottish capital city of Edinburgh is of course renowned for it's history and a trip to the Castle and Royal Mile is a must. Also recommended are the many art galleries including The Scottish, Scottish National, National Portrait and Modern Art galleries. For the green fingered, the Botanic Gardens, with their tropical and temperate palm glass-houses, arboretum and allotments offer a welcome break from the bustle of the city centre. Live traditional music takes place in many locations across the city throughout the week and food from all four corners of the world is readily available.

There are a number of fantastic beaches relatively close by including Cramond, Portobello, North Berwick, Seacliff, Belhaven Bay and Silver Sands and easy access to the main roads leading to the Lothian, Fife and Border regions for anyone looking for a day further afield.

Guest Comments: 

"We found the house to be well situated for day trips to Edinburgh, Midlothians and the Borders.  It was far enough outside the City to avoid traffic congestion and noise, yet close enough for sightseeing opportunities. The house was welcoming and well appointed. The furniture and fittings were excellent, modern and extremely clean and the beds appeared brand new and the bedding was spotlessly clean.  The kitchen has every facility that one would require and there is adequate parking for 2 cars at the front of the house. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back."  Ferguson family, stayed for 2 weeks in September 2017. 

Postcode: EH22 1LZ

Damage Deposit: £150

Short breaks are welcome throughout the year

Accommodation for 6 across 2 floors: Ground floor: Coat cupboard; Sitting room; Dining/Sun room; Kitchen; Bathroom with heated towel rail; Shower over bath, WC and Washbasin.  First Floor: 3 double bedrooms

Services: Gas central heating * Electric ceramic Hob & Oven * Microwave * Washing Machine * Dishwasher * Fridge/Freezer * Ironing Board & Iron * Large screen colour TV with Freeview * DVD Player * Sound System with CD and Radio * Wifi * Bed Linen and Towels provided * Cot & Highchair available on request * Large enclosed Garden with Patio area * Off-road parking for 2 cars * Sorry, no pets