Penicuik Estate

Loved every moment and would certainly recommend it for a little escape

Pros: Loved everything about Penicuik, the cottage was perfect and we made the most of everything available to us (hot tub, bbq, boardgames and all the little fire pits) and would certainly recommend it. It’s decorated to a very high standard. We went for a lot of walks and would recommend taking wellies (we went in early Feb so it was muddy). We also drove in to Edinburgh for lunch one of the days and it was only 30 minutes away.

Cons: Nothing, it was amazing

A fabulous location for a true break from the daily rat race of life.

Pros: We Absolutely adore Penicuick Estate; its location is unbelievable and its so peaceful with the most incredible Walks right on your doorstep. All of the estates staff are so lovely and nothing is too much trouble, Thomas and Aimee are lovely !! The interiors of the properties are fantastic and the fact you can take your pets to enjoy the landscape is just amazing. Not to mention the fabulous hot tubs that’s really are wonderfully hot … not tepid warm !! They are kept immaculately clean too. All the details are thought about and we love coming here !!! Thank you for providing such a wonderful location for a break from the rat run - we Will be back again !!!!

Cons: This is being really picky and it really is to keep everything at a MASSIVE 10/10 !! Which we know Penicuick is and always wants to be, Eastlin and Westlin really do need access to clothes washing facilities, even if shared somewhere onsite, especially when the weather is wet & muddy. Please 🙏 keep soft furnishings such as sofas and rugs regularly professionally upholstery cleaned when a night off guests staying and please always make sure soft throws are changed per guests. I.e sofa blanket and bed blanket. I really hate shared use soft furnishings between guests and guests pets. Please leave gate fob in properties for easy walking access.

A piece of heaven

Pros: Absolutely everything. Every detail was perfect and we could not fault a thing. An Absolutely beautiful setting to spend our 10th wedding anniversary together ❤️ and we cannot wait to come back.

A beautiful cosy cottage in the serene Scottish Countryside

Pros: We spent 2 nights at the fabulous Westlin porter cottage, the interior design was sensational and a lovely location - less private than Clermont that we spent 5 nights in as you face another Porter cottage but you still feel completely at peace. The hot tubs are serviced every morning and sitting beneath the stars ✨ when it’s a crisp clear sky in the Scottish countryside in Penicuik estate is breathtaking. You have an endless supply of logs and can keep yourself super cosy locked away from the world and normal life, the staff are very attentive on WhatsApp and the property was exceptionally clean.

Cons: The two porter cottages need access to laundry facilities. They are the two properties that do not have a washing machine but due to the type of holiday that you would go to the location for, a shared laundry room somewhere else on site is really needed in our opinion. The booking and payment policies really need sorting, booking.com states free cancellation and allows payment a month before arrival, we attempted to book a week next spring and were charged the full amount immediately. It also was not known before this booking that dogs were included in the stay on our booking terms. The business is new and extremely keen to learn and to want to improve and truly their vision is incredible. It is a must visit !!!

Lovely romantic getaway

Pros: The privacy, views, seclusion, the house was beautiful and had everything needed.

Pros: The house is beautifully decorated and all kitchen facilities are high spec. The beds are super comfy. The location is beautiful and you as if you are on a secret hideaway. The staff are super helpful and nothing seems a hassle. I would definitely stay there again!

Cons: Nothing. All fantastic.

Pros: The property was decorated and equipped to the highest standards and the local team were very helpful and attentive.

Cons: It would have been nice to have a fenced area of garden for the dogs.

Oh my! First bite of reality as Mr & Mrs Pearson and we landed in heaven! We didn’t want to leave ❤

Pros: Self catering accommodation but hosts provided a bunch of snacks and milk for the morning brew. Much appreciated!

Cons: Less precipitation during our stay would have been nicer!

Absolutely excellent retreat if looking for top quality and luxury.

Pros: Quality was so good, hot tub was excellent, walk within the estate were so good, plenty to do in the area but we just wanted to relax and enjoy the secluded area.

Cons: Maybe a boot rack and drying area.

A wonderful time in Scotland

Pros: We wanted to visit beautiful Scotland and we chose to stay, me and my wife at Peniuik Estate. We were attracted by the elegance and authenticity of the photos. But when we arrived at the properties, we were amazed because in reality it was even more beautiful, the furniture and the accessories being of a high quality and the view from the garden is absolutely amazing, it seems like a painting. The staff is very inclined to meet the needs of tourists but without entering into their privacy. The surroundings are beautiful for walks in nature, being near the forest but on properties are also tourist attractions such as the old house. We had wonderful moments, we also had shops nearby for shopping and we definitely want to return to Peniuik Estate to continue discovering the beautiful and amazing Scotland. Thank you for a wonderful stay!♥️