✔ Expansive house nicely nestled on Calton Hill
✔ Extraordinary views on all sides
✔ 2152ft2 | 200m2
✔ 3 bedrooms
✔ 3 bathrooms
✔ Completely furnished kitchen
✔ Cosy garden
✔ 13-minute walk to Scott Monument
✔ St Giles cathedral is a 16-minute walk
✔ 20-minute walk to Edinburgh Castle
✔ Edinburgh Waverley train station is a 10-minute walk
The space
⭐ The House itself comprises two upper floors while on the ground level a self-contained apartment provides additional capacity and facilities. The upper and lower floor are conjoined by a central staircase allowing you to utilise and enjoy the house as a whole.
⭐ 3 bedrooms in total
— Astronomer’s suite – the main bedroom featuring a super king-sized bed
— Observer’s room – the spacious second bedroom with super king-sized bed that can be split into twin beds if necessary
— Chartmaker’s room – the main bedroom on the ground floor featuring a super king-sized bed that can be split into twin beds if necessary
⭐ 3 bathrooms
— The Astronomer’s suite boasts an en-suite bathroom with a Lusso freestanding bath and separate shower
— On the landing next to the Observer’s Room is a second toilet and shower
— In the ground floor Apartment, a bathroom with a Lusso freestanding bath is located next door in what was once a courtyard and coal shed. The unique ‘Starman’ wallpaper in this room was designed by local artist Rabiya Choudhry.
⭐ The house boasts two comfortable living rooms on different floors
— On the first floor, the living room looks across the city and features a Smart TV
— The ground floor living room features a double sofa bed, a Smart TV and an additional dining table for 4
⭐ Fully equipped kitchen with stunning outlook across Calton Hill to the National Monument. Drawing on the Monument for inspiration, artist Thomas Aitchison was commissioned to produce a bespoke fitted kitchen which reflects its iconic silhouette.
— On the lower ground floor, you can find an additional kitchenette
⭐ Observatory House's dining room is located in the Gothic Tower, the oldest part of the house. It offers spectacular views across the city on all sides. The room features a large dining table that seats 8 and specially commissioned wall paintings by artist Christian Newby.
⭐ A small east-facing garden with outdoor seating for four is located to the east of the house above a small terrace area with additional seating for four.
⭐ Family friendly
⭐ Essentials, linens, towels, and Wi-Fi are provided
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Guest access
● Guests will have full, unrestricted access to the House. Due to its unique location (on the summit of Calton Hill - 105m above sea level), there is no parking available directly outside the House; however, luggage drop-off by car and food van deliveries are permitted via the Calton Hill access road.
● The property is on the ground floor.
● There are two flights of stairs within the property.
● Observatory House was built over 200 years ago and although the City Observatory site itself is wheelchair accessible, unfortunately the House is not due to steps and staircases which cannot be ramped.
● The House and Apartment both have steps and staircases to reach all rooms.
● The Apartment is self-contained on one floor without stairs, though a small flight of stairs is used to reach the front door.
Check-in Information:
A member of our team will welcome you to the property, give you a tour, and provide keys.
Other things to note
∗Please note the property is fitted with a noise-detection device.
∗Please note that JOIVY is not responsible or liable for any lost, misplaced or stolen items during guest stays.
⚡ In light of the current situation, we kindly ask our guests to consume electricity and gas mindfully. Please note we will add an additional charge for excessive energy usage.
*If you need a travel cot or sofa bed linens, please let us know in advance or add this to your reservation from your dedicated boarding pass for an additional fee.
*Please note this property is located at the top of Calton Hill, a popular tourist destination, and the hill can become quite busy during the day. Additionally, the house property is within an open public site containing a visitors' centre.
*If you need a Travel cot or Sofa bed linens, please let us know in advance or add this to your reservation from your dedicated Boarding Pass.
Registration number
EH-69756-F