Gilmerton House is a historic Georgian mansion in the heart of East Lothian, and has been home to the Kinloch family for thirteen generations. We host guests year round for private stays, golfing retreats, exclusive events and all types of celebrations. Our 1,000 acre estate is the perfect setting from which to enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the East Lothian countryside. We have a brand new par three driving range located behind the Rose Garden. We also have a selection of garden games including croquet, pétanque, cornhole, Jenga, badminton and football available. Guests are also encouraged to walk or run through the woodland trails around the estate. Our stunning Billiards Room is located just off the main red staircase at the end of the North wing. You are also welcome to make use of the dart board, table tennis table and a selection of board games and DVDs. We have a television in The Snug

Traditionally a luxurious exclusive-use private house, this August we are thrilled to be offering our guests the chance to stay at Gilmerton House on a room-by-room basis. With six bedrooms, each unique and with plenty of charm and tradition, choose the one which most takes your fancy! Our heritage suites are our most luxurious rooms; both have views out over the beautiful main west-facing lawn, with West Room being the most luxurious of all with its four poster bed, secret en-suite that charms its guests, and beautiful window seat, whilst Lady Kinlock is named after the lady of the manor, with its large window seat, a brace of arm chairs and a beautiful mahogany bed. Or perhaps you would prefer one of our superior rooms - Caithness tucked away at the top of the house with views out over the courtyard and woods beyond, or Tantallon with its majestic mahogany four poster bed facing a beautiful fireplace. Last and by no means least we have our rooms which can be a Twin or a King. Cologny is the biggest of our suites, with sweeping views over the main lawn and woods beyond. Traprain is a large corner suite offering double aspect views both west and south, with the second floor positioning allowing for views of the canopy of the woods. Each room comes filled with organic plant based bathroom products, locally roasted artisan Hometown coffee, complimentary fibre optic WiFi, a Roberts Revival digital radio, fresh towels and linens, bathrobes, yoga mat, hairdryer, ironing facilities, USB Port, safety deposit box, QR code access to digital library of international newspapers, magazines, podcasts, books and games. We are sure one of these rooms will take your fancy, and create the perfect setting for a relaxing and rejuvenating stay.

Gilmerton House is in the heart of East Lothian surrounded by rolling farmland and a wealth of attractions including long sandy beaches, castles and distilleries. located on Edinburgh’s doorstep and within reach of North Berwick’s stunning beaches and ancient castles. It is the perfect setting for guests looking to immerse themselves in the seclusion of this beautiful part of the Scottish countryside. A stone’s throw from Scotland’s iconic Golf Coast, with a unique, immersive, and private golfing retreat in an unrivalled and historic location. Some of our favourite local attractions include Dirleton Castle & Gardens, Foxlake Adventures, Glenkinchie Distillery, Myreton Motor Museum, National Museum of Flight, Scottish Seabird Centre, and Tantallon Castle. All this with the breathtaking Borders on the horizon. Should you need further ideas of where to explore from Gilmerton, visit hiddenscotland website