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Luxury Scottish Retreat: Sauna, Yoga & Swim SPA near Edinburgh

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathrooms372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury Scottish Retreat: Sauna, Yoga & Swim SPA near Edinburgh


Welcome to Our Beloved Old Millhouse - Your Perfect Scottish Escape

We're absolutely delighted to share our treasured family home with you! Our beautiful Old Millhouse, lovingly restored from its 1705 origins, has been our labor of love since 2013, and we can't wait for you to experience the magic we've created here.

Your Home Away From Home
We've thoughtfully designed each of our 5 gorgeous en-suite bedrooms with your comfort in mind - every one tells its own story and offers something special. Four of our rooms feature flexible twin/double beds, so whether you're traveling with friends, family, or that special someone, we've got you covered. Bringing little ones? We have everything you need - travel cots, high chairs, and even a small children's bed.

If stairs are a challenge for anyone in your group, don't worry! Our cozy ground-floor snug has a comfortable sofa bed, and we're excited to add a brand new ground-floor shower room this October 2025.

Indulge in Pure Luxury
Here's where we get really excited to spoil you! Step into our heavenly swim spa - we keep it at a blissful 36.5°C all year round, so you can soak under the stars even in winter. And wait until you see our stunning new outdoor sauna absolutely incredible for those rejuvenating moments.

For the ultimate wellness experience, we offer private yoga sessions in our peaceful gardens or elegant Orangery - imagine starting your day with sunrise yoga by the riverside!

**Location, Location, Location**
We've struck gold with our location! You're only 20 minutes from the buzz of Edinburgh city center and 25 minutes from the airport, yet you'll feel like you're in your own private countryside sanctuary. The bus and train links make exploring Scotland effortless.

**Make It Extra Special**
Want to truly indulge? Let us arrange a private chef to create culinary magic in our kitchen - perfect for celebrating special occasions or simply treating yourselves to gourmet dining without lifting a finger.

**Our Promise to You**
When you stay with us, you're not just renting a property - you're becoming part of our story. We've poured our hearts into every detail, from the riverside views to the stylish interiors, because we believe you deserve nothing less than extraordinary.

Come create beautiful memories with us at The Old Millhouse - we genuinely can't wait to welcome you home!

*We do have some house guidelines to keep everyone happy and safe, which we'll share when you book.*

Property manager

Sally de Waard

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • On a river

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Lock the doors
Bed can be left made
Rubbish can be placed in bins provided
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

736229

About the neighborhood

Located in Dalkeith, this vacation home is on a river. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes 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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Dalkeith

What's nearby

  • Dalhousie Castle - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Royal Infirmary - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Royal Mile - 16 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 17 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Eskbank Station - 4 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Continental Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Justinlees Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Buccleuch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lavender - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restoration Yard - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Millhouse - Luxury Retreat: Sauna, Yoga & Swim SPA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The Old Millhouse - Luxury Retreat: Sauna, Yoga & Swim SPA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Millhouse - Luxury Retreat: Sauna, Yoga & Swim SPA?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Millhouse - Luxury Retreat: Sauna, Yoga & Swim SPA located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Dalkeith Country Park and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Dalhousie Castle. Gilmerton Cove and Royal Infirmary are also within 6 mi (10 km). Eskbank Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Luxury Scottish Retreat: Sauna, Yoga & Swim SPA near Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lou S.

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

Family vacation

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

10/10 Excellent

Stu D.

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Maureen E.

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

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

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

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

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Garrett S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

10/10 Excellent

jonathan m.

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

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!

10/10 Excellent

MaryCay C.

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Irene F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Such a lovely home in a beautiful location. Picture perfect and minutes from Edinburgh!

Our family had an amazing stay at the The Old Millhouse. A stunning property located just minutes from Edinburgh and decorated to perfection. Our host Sally could not have been more accommodating and accessible for us. She graciously arranged for provisions prior to our arrival and made our life so easy. There are not enough Thank You’s for the opportunity to stay in such a lovely, peaceful property during the Christmas holidays. We hope to make it an annual trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

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

Great house and a great location

We came for my sons 30th birthday and had a great time the house is.beautiful and the grounds are amazing. The owners help make our stay perfect by helping us with local activity’s we had archery in the garden and also a chef came and cooked dinner for us was an amazing experience would recommend this to anyone. And if you’re lucky enough to meet Patrick and Terry what lovely people they are. Regards Jeff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

robert w.

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

Awesome place

We loved it. Great family place! Perfect! Great location. Highest recommendation! Really nice grounds, lady that meets you when you arrive is wonderful. Hope to come again. Saw deer, otter, among other wildlife. Relaxing, quiet. Thanks for sharing This house. I travel all over the world, one of the best places my family has stayed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Week stay for Junior World Golf Tournament

We found the property online. We traveled with 4 adults and 2 children. The house was modern and spacious. The grounds were amazing and plenty of room for large parties to spread out. The highlight of the propertyis Sally who owns and manages the property. She was our concierge for the week and can arrange golf, private chefs and transportation. We highly recommend and will be back.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

Most magical stay!

The Old Millhouse was an absolutely fantastic experience for my family and my in-laws. We we’re a group of ten and couldn’t have been happier about staying here. The property and house are both immaculate. The kitchen is absolutely fantastic for big meals or just a lazy Sunday morning cup of tea. Sally and her son Patrick could not have been more accommodating and helpful during our stay. We will most definitely be counting down the days until we are able to have another family gathering here!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kitty C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Melanie K.

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

The Old Millhouse was Fabulous

You cannot go wrong with this property. It was beautiful, comfortable, gorgeous grounds, wonderful kitchen, private bedrooms/bathrooms. We had eight people, loved every second of our stay. Sally was spectacular, very helpful, loved her too. Travel to Edinburgh by taxi was inexpensive, easy, train station was easy as well. Many restaurants delivered, great supermarket nearby. Again, you cannot go wrong here. I will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Fabulous!

Our family of 8 stayed at the Old Mill House and absolutely loved it! Sally is such a great host and very attentive and helpful. Patrick was such a joy to meet. The property is gorgeous and peaceful. The house is amazing! Every need was fulfilled without asking. Sally has everything in place for you. It's very easy to get on the bus and ride to Edinburgh for the day. We will be back and can't wait!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017