Monkton House: 15th century castle near Edinburgh

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A historic stone building with a curved driveway, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.
A room with a fireplace, ornate furniture, and a mirror.
A marble console table with gold accents and floral wallpaper.
A rustic interior with a stone wall, wooden furniture, and a view through an arched doorway.
A room with traditional decor, including a sofa, armchairs, and a patterned ottoman.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Queen Margaret University

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Old Craighall, Scotland
  • Place, Queen Margaret University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Dalkeith Country Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 21)

Ashray

1 King Bed

Brownie

2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

Ghillie Dhu

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 King Beds

NicNevin

1 King Bed

Selkie

1 King Bed

Unicorn

1 King Bed

Wulver

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Number of living rooms
Price is avg per night

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Frequently asked questions

Is Monkton House: 15th century castle near Edinburgh pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Monkton House: 15th century castle near Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Monkton House: 15th century castle near Edinburgh?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Monkton House: 15th century castle near Edinburgh located?

Situated in Musselburgh, this castle is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Queen Margaret University and within 3 miles (5 km) of Dalkeith Country Park and Musselburgh Racecourse. Portobello Beach is 3 mi (4.9 km) away. Shawfair Station is 22 minutes by foot and Musselburgh Station is 23 minutes.

Monkton House: 15th century castle near Edinburgh Reviews

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Exceptional

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in May 2026