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Gilmerton House is a historic exclusive-use estate near Edinburgh, offering a luxurious retreat in East Lothian’s serene countryside. Home to the Kinloch family for thirteen generations, this 17th-century mansion combines heritage with modern comfort and sustainability. With roaring fires, family portraits, and ten beautifully appointed bedrooms, it welcomes up to twenty guests for private stays, weddings, corporate events, and golfing retreats. Its location provides easy access to North Berwick’s beaches and ancient castles, making it a perfect Scottish escape. The dedicated team ensures every event or stay is tailored, offering an intimate, unforgettable experience in this elegant and secluded country estate.
Set within 100 acres of gardens and woodland near Athelstaneford, Gilmerton House offers peaceful rural seclusion while maintaining excellent access to Edinburgh and the coast
Located minutes from North Berwick, guests enjoy nearby beaches, coastal walks, and ancient castles including Muirfield, Gullane, and the Renaissance Club golf courses
Just 30 minutes from Edinburgh city centre and Edinburgh Airport, Gilmerton House is ideal for guests seeking country charm with urban or international accesses
Experience a private 220-yard par‑3 driving range right on the estate grounds, perfect for golf enthusiasts to practice before visiting top courses nearby
Guests can enjoy corn hole, croquet, badminton, pétanque, table tennis, yoga and more across spacious lawns and woodland areas
Includes a billiards room, snug/TV room, music room, dining ballroom, drawing rooms and guest kitchen to offer varied spaces for relaxation and events
Explore North Berwick’s beaches, historical castles, and nearby distilleries, or enjoy countryside walks around Athelstaneford, home of the National Flag Heritage Centre
From falconry and archery to whisky or wine tastings and clay pigeon shooting, bespoke activities are available to suit every group’s interests
Easy road access from Athelstaneford to mainline rail stations (e.g., North Berwick, Edinburgh Waverley), providing onward UK travel
Helicopter or private transfers can be arranged, landing nearby to facilitate luxury arrivals or rapid access from Edinburgh Airport
Located just off the A1 corridor, Gilmerton House is roughly 30 minutes from Edinburgh and 10 minutes from North Berwick via scenic countryside roads
Approximately 30–45 minutes by car or private transfer from Edinburgh Airport, making international arrivals seamless
Gilmerton House offers six reception rooms including grand oak-panel dining hall, drawing rooms with grand piano and log fires, music room (also ballroom for 50 guests), billiards room, snug with Smart TV and Sonos, guest kitchen equipped with Aga, Nespresso, wine fridge and ice machine. Guests receive a welcome hamper with local tea, coffee and snacks. Fibre-optic Wi‑Fi and vintage Bluetooth radios add modern comfort to period grandeur
Ten individually decorated bedrooms with en-suites and roll-top bathtubs accommodate up to 20 guests. Additional 3-bedroom Lodge sleeps six more. Staffed stays include optional private chef, butler, housekeeping and catering. Estate leisure includes croquet, badminton, table tennis, pétanque, yoga, and the driving range. Outdoor amenities feature gas grill BBQ, firepit, and scenic woodlands for walking and relaxation across 100 acres of gardens and grounds
- Exclusive-use privacy
- Butler and house manager services
- Optional private chef and catering
- High-speed WiFi
- Billiards and games rooms
- Guest kitchen & separate catering kitchen
- Garden games equipment (croquet, ping‑pong, badminton, pétanque, yoga mats)
- Outdoor firepit and BBQ grill