Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 0.5 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
An exceptional 18th Century stone built family house standing within substantial garden grounds extending to just over half an acre. The property provides beautifully presented accommodation over two floors with retained period features and is ideally located within easy commuting distance of Edinburgh. The Mill House is situated on the edge of Penicuik, within walking distance of the town centre. There is excellent shopping in Penicuik with restaurants.
The property is approached via timber electronic gates, a shared driveway leads to a parking and turning area to the front, side and rear of the house. A bright entrance vestibule leads to a spacious reception hall. The property is beautifully presented throughout and is ideal for modern family life and entertaining with a formal sittingroom, family room and separate dining room .
There is a stunning decked area with mood lighting,within the secluded gardens which has a 15ft swim jet excercise pool, this is heated to anywhere between 32 - 38 degrees allowing our guests to have the use of this all year round, alongside this is a heated 6 person spa pool, log cabin with infra red sauna and stereo plus a changing room & relaxation area.
The Mill House also has a children's play area which includes a very large trampoline with safety net, swing, shoot & climbing frame.
The accommodation on this floor comprises master bedroom with en-suite shower room and three further double bedrooms. All of the bedrooms benefit from fitted wardrobes.
A spacious family bathroom completes the accommodation.
Cornbank House
Lounge
Dining Room
Kitchen
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The Central Scotland/Edinburgh region
Penicuik is a lovely historic town 5 miles outside Edinbugh. The house is just 5 minutes walk from the town centre which has a Tesco supermarket, restaurants, pubs, shops, post office, petrol station, hairdressers, indoor children's play centre & laser quest, a newly completed 10 million pound swimming pool/health centre which has a fitness suite, health suite, library, computer suite & large games hall.
The Mill House has lovely views secluded gardens and is 2 mins from the park with children's play area and basketball court, the other is used for rugby, football and archery. Regular buses take you to Edinburgh in about 35 mins, the house is on the outskirts of Scottish Borders you can visit the beautiful town of Peebles, go fishing, hill walking or wind surfing on Saint Marys Loch.
Edinburgh / Penicuik area
Edinburgh is just 10 min by car, here you can find fabulous shops including Harvey Nichols, Louis Vutton, Armani etc, the castle can be visited all year round as can many other tourist attraction The area is ideally situated for touring the stunning Scottish Borders as well as the Highlands, There are plenty of activities to be found from cycling, horse riding, skiing, golf, swimming, spas, shopping, fishing, hill walking and much more.
We have many first class restaurants in the area, including the award wining Cringletie House Hotel, Howgate Restaurants & Castle Venlaw
How to get there
Contact the owner for further details on the best way to reach this property.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Edinburgh: 10 km
Railway:
Edinburgh Waverly: 10 km
Ferry:
Rosyth: 15 km
Activities near Edinburgh
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf less than 15 mins walk Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Good nightlife City breaks Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Jacuzzi / Hot tub, Sauna, Internet access, DVD player, Private outdoor pool (heated)
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Further details indoors: The country style kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a good range of wall and floor units, an Aga, Belfast sink, fridge freezer, dishwasher and timber work surfaces.
There is ample space for a dining table and chairs and access to a wine store. The kitchen provides access to an office which leads through to a utility room and an integral garage.
A sun room/boot room and a cloakroom/WC complete the accommodation on this floor. A staircase ascends to the first floor, flooded with natural light via a window at halflanding.
Further details outdoors: Leisure facilities include Glencorse Golf Club, Ladywood and Queensway leisure centres, the multiplex cinemas at Newcraighall and hill walking in the nearby Pentland Hills.
There is also a new leisure centre with a library, spa and computer centre next door to the property. Edinburgh can be reached with ease either by car or regular bus service and there is fast access to Edinburgh International Airport via the City by-pass.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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High Season
25 Aug 08
4 Sep 08
1750£ 1,750
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Mid Season
4 Sep 08
1 Nov 08
1500£ 1,500
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Low Season
1 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
1300£ 1,300
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Christmas/New Year
20 Dec 08
7 Jan 09
2200£ 2,200
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Low Season
7 Jan 09
16 Mar 09
995£ 995
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Mid Season
16 Mar 09
1 Apr 09
1300£ 1,300
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Easter - High Season
1 Apr 09
1 May 09
1750£ 1,750
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Mid Season
1 May 09
1 Jul 09
1500£ 1,500
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1 Jul 09
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1750£ 1,750
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4 Sep 09
1 Nov 09
1500£ 1,500
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The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. * Prices include, linen, towels, gas & electric.
** For male/female groups under the age of 25 please contact us.
* £250 breakages deposit payable at time of booking.
Availability notes
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Contact owner
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Contact details for home 61136
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Samantha Hastings
Tel:
+44 (0)1501 749281
Fax:
+44 (0)1968 670138
Mobile:
+44 (0)7919 076992
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Advertiser joined: 18 Jul 2006 This property added: 27 Jun 2008