Town Houses

The properties we have included in this section are best suited to those who are looking to be situated in or nearby a town or city. We have accommodation in the centre of Edinburgh at Gladstone's Land, on the Royal Mile and close to Edinburgh Castle; an apartment at Holmwood just a few miles from Glasgow; and properties in pretty villages and towns such as
Falkland in Fife, Kirkcudbright, a pretty harbour town in Dumfriesshire, and Cromarty, an unspoilt little town on the north coast of 'the bonny Black Isle'. These are just a selection of the areas we cover but for a full list of all our town houses, please see the properties listed below.
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Paye House, Cromarty

  • Dates Available
  • 4 Star Excellent
  • Inverness, Nairn, Moray & The Black Isle
  • 6
  • 3
  • Dogs allowed
The late 18th-century Paye House lies at the heart of the historic conservation area within Cromarty, surrounded by charming cobbled lanes and listed buildings. Paye House itself has had an exciting history, as a general store, an antique shop, a chip shop, a doctor surgery and a wholefood store. For travellers and holidaymakers, Cromarty provides a wealth of attractions: sandy beaches, unusual architecture, bottlenose dolphins, eating places, beautiful countryside, wildlife and bird colonies of international importance.
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Accommodation details:

Ground floor: sitting room with open fire, kitchen with Rayburn and electric cooker, separate dining room/study area, WC with wash basin. First floor: two doubles and one twin bedroom, bathroom with bath and shower. There is an attractive garden with patio area to the rear.

Services: open fire in sitting room and oil-fired central heating.

Additional information: Free parking is available on Church Street, just around the corner.

About the property:

The National Trust for Scotland purchased the property in 1992 and have since sensitively restored it. The accommodation still boasts original wooden floors throughout, with traditional stone flooring in the kitchen. The half-panelled sitting room has a charming open fire and working shutters for the windows.

About the area:

Paye House is situated next door to the Hugh Miller Museum & Birthplace Cottage, and just around the corner from the historic Cromarty Courthouse, making it an ideal location from which to explore the many highlights of this beautiful village. Cromarty is the ideal destination in the Highlands, whether you wish to stop or are touring. Although not a Highland town itself, Cromarty is a convenient holiday centre from which to tour, being only 40 minutes' drive from Inverness, the "capital of the Highlands".

Cromarty is a popular and attractive conservation village. Places of interest include the birthplace of Hugh Miller (in the care of the National Trust for Scotland): Miller was a stonemason, eminent geologist, editor and writer, whose thatched cottage is now a museum. The museum's cottage garden contains a colourful range of native plants.

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St Andrew's House, Falkland

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  • 3 Star Very Good
  • Fife
  • 4
  • 2
Conveniently situated in the centre of this picturesque village of cobbled streets and fascinating old buildings, St Andrew's House was built in the 17th century, in order to house the overflow of the large number of courtiers who travelled with the King and Queen when they stayed at Falkland Palace. Maybe you will understand why Mary, Queen of Scots, spent some of her happiest days at this property while you are strolling through the superb garden. PLEASE BE AWARE FROM 11 JUNE 2012 FOR APPROXIMATELY 3 WEEKS THERE WILL BE BUILDING WORKS TAKING PLACE. THIS WILL BE EXTERIOR ONLY BUT THERE WILL BE SCAFFOLDING AT THE BACK OF THE PROPERTY. OUR APOLOGIES FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE.
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Accommodation details:

Sleeps 4. Accommodation comprises: two twin bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen, separate dining room and bathroom with bath only.

Services : gas central heating from gas fire with back boiler, water heated by immersion

Our holiday flat is situated on the first floor, overlooking the beautiful Palace orchard and garden. It is reached through a shared front door via a steep spiral staircase, which we regret is not suitable for the elderly or infirm. There is one parking space for the flat on the cobbles at the gable end of St Andrew's House nearest the Palace. There is also a free car park in the village, which is a short walk from the property.

Holiday guests who are non-members are entilted to a complimentary visit to the Palace and gardens during normal property opening hours.

About the property:

The historic Royal Burgh of Falkland lies 11 miles north of Kirkcaldy on the A912. Its focal point is the Royal Palace and Garden, built between 1450 and 1541, the hunting residence of the Stewart kings and queens. Mary, Queen of Scots spent some of her happiest days here 'playing the country girl in the woods and parks'.

About the area:

The village of Falkland has a small supermarket with a post office. There is also a bakers, fruit shop and several gift and antique shops. Places to eat include Italian and Chinese restaurants and three public public houses, all within easy walking distance. There is also an organic shop and cafe on the Falkland Estate. If your taste extends to the hills, your attention will quickly be caught by the mass of East Lomond looming steeply over Falkland to the south west. Its 424m summit is not high by Scottish standards, but it nicely sets off the village and provides a good balance to the dominance of the palace.

Falkland is situated 16 miles from St Andrews, home of Scotland's oldest university and the Royal and Ancient, possibly one of the most famous golf clubs in the world.

Fife boasts all four of Scotland's Blue Flag beaches - ensuring that they are clean and safe with plenty of facilities. St Andrews West Sands, Elie Harbour Beach, Burntisland and Aberdour Silver Sands have all passed with flying colours. There are plenty of other beaches which have won Seaside Awards, from Kinghorn to Crail, Anstruther to Kingsbarns. For safe family fun, Fife's beaches are the best in Scotland.

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The Gladstone Flat, Gladstone's Land

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  • 3 Star Very Good
  • Edinburgh & The Lothians
  • 2
  • 1
Right at the heart of Edinburgh's historic centre, yet removed from the noise of traffic, this evocative apartment occupies much of the original 17th century dwelling where Thomas Gledstanes and his family lived. It is on the fourth floor of the building, and has intriguing views out on to a typical Old Town courtyard. Situated in the heart of the city, close to all amenities and only minutes from Princes Street, our apartments at Gladstone's Land provide ideal accommodation in comfortable surroundings, whether your stay is for business or pleasure. Please be advised that from the beginning of February to the end of April 2012, as part of essential conservation work that is taking place at Gladstone's Land, scaffolding will be erected at the flat. As a result of this, guests may experience some noise during working hours.
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Accommodation details:

One twin bedroom, sitting room with gas fire, kitchen and bathroom with bath and shower attachment. Services : Gas central heating

Additional information: The building has an intercom system and access is via a steep turnpike staircase which, we regret, is unsuitable for the infirm. Parking facilities are available in city car parks, the nearest being ten minutes' walk away. Long-distance train and coach services are within easy walking distance, and city bus services are on the doorstep.

This holiday flat is available throughout the year for short breaks (Friday to Monday or Monday to Friday) and full weeks (Saturday to Saturday). Please note that in August, only full weeks are available.

For guests interested in booking a larger family/group stay in Edinburgh, we also have the Harrison Flat available. This 2-person flat is situated on the second floor of the same apartment block. Furthermore, the O'Neill Flat is available as well. It sleeps 4 and is located at the two top floors of Gladstone's Land.

...Our guests said...

"Have had a very good short stay. Flat, as with all NTS properties spotlessly clean. Good weather and position of the flat allowed us to enjoy the Royal Mile plus places near and far."

About the property:

Gladstone's Land, a unique 17th- century town house, is situated on the Lawnmarket, on the Royal Mile and close to Edinburgh Castle. The lower floors have been restored and refurnished by the Trust and are open to the public. The entrance to The Gladstone Flat is at the rear of Gladstone's Land through Lady Stair's Close.

About the area:

Our apartments in Edinburgh are situated in the heart of the city, close to all amenities and only minutes from Princes Street. Alongside world-class attractions like Edinburgh Castle and the Museum of Scotland, you will find an unbeatable choice of things to do. Visit a gallery or museum, enjoy a self-indulgent shopping spree or sample Scottish hospitality in a superb restaurant. Whatever you enjoy, you will find it in Edinburgh.

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