There was nothing to dislike.

Breakfast, great food and wonderful to be able to talk to the other guests in a relaxed atmosphere around a shared table. Such a refreshing change from the "processing" of big chain hotels.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing, we only stayed overnight and left at 7am so missed breakfast at 8:45.

The family room was very comfortable and the hosts were extremely personable.

Stayed in April 2025

Breakfast was a surprise each day. Garden was restful, an additional element. Heating might have been longer as on arrival, one is tired and the rest of the Ouse was warm, but the bedroom was cool.

Stayed in April 2025

Our stay was too short.

Breakfast was a lovely surprise and the owner was very informative and entertaining. Good fun was had with the other guests at our table and it made quite an impression to interact with the other guests. 10 out of 10.

Stayed in March 2025

My son said that his shower was not very hot.

The hotel was close to a bus stop which was important for using public transport. The breakfast was very interesting. 8 of us sat together round a large table, which meant we met other guests. There were cereals, fruit, etc. The hot course was mainly fish or fish and eggs (kippers, herrings, smoked haddock with egg) - traditional Scottish breakfast. The hotel was a traditional older house.

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

Location, Staff

Stayed in October 2024

Shower was blocked and wouldn’t drain, apparently a common occurrence. Gentleman was a bit too sociable when we arrived. Took a seat in the room as we needed to get luggage out of car.

Parking, location, clean,

Stayed in October 2024

Can’t think of anything

Beautiful house, beautiful grounds

Stayed in September 2024

Not really a dislike… the property had all the necessities. They may not be as modern as other places, but everything worked, it was clean and comfortable.

The property was within good driving distance to all the places we wanted to visit. In hindsight it would have been easier to take the bus into Edinburgh. The bus stop is close on the main road. Our hosts were great. My sister and I enjoy banter and definitely got that at Rathan House. Breakfast was an experience. We thought it was great having the guests sit around the one table. It encouraged conversation with different people from all around the world, which is what travel is all about.

Stayed in September 2024

Friendly owners who made it a pleasant stay - some great local sights tips from Ewan. Loved the doggos too!

Stayed in September 2024

We wanted to stay just outside Edinburgh and this was perfect. A traditional B&B style accommodation with a down-to-earth and knowledgable host. We had to leave early so didn't take breakfast, but the arrival was straightforward and the room was very spacious and comfortable. Would recommend!

Stayed in September 2024

Didn't find the owners welcoming. On arrival they weren't sure of the room that had been booked. Was then questioned if payment had been made, it had, they weren't convinced. Upon leaving, said goodbye, to then be asked again if we had paid. No query of if we'd enjoyed our stay/slept well. Don't think we were the desired clientele.

Lovely property with historic features. Heated blankets were a bonus.

Stayed in August 2024

Location was great for the event I was attending. Easy to find.

Stayed in July 2024

Ewan and Irene are such kind and generous hosts, sharing their lovely home that dates back to the mid 1800s. It was quiet and kept us comfortable in the cool nights. The gardens in back are beautiful and the dogs are gentle and sweet. I especially enjoyed the breakfasts, which have a Scottish influence.

Stayed in August 2024

Mattress was uncomfortable, a feeling of utter being pretty old and had too much use.

Location, architecture, design, helpfull owner,amazing breakfast.

Stayed in August 2024

Breakfast was £9 per person, payable onsite. I have to say it was the most weird hotel breakfast i had in my life. The gent running the property was pleasant and friendly, but presented as very eccentric with a dry sense of humour, which was.. curious. Back to the food. 'Roulette Breakfast' is the best way to describe it, he brings out a selection of weird traditional dishes and hands them out randomly. They all had rose petals and marjoram stuck in. You might get quiche, a fishcake, salmon or an oat breaded herring, served with white vinegar. (Which i received... only he said it was vodka, not vinegar which uneccesarily freaked me out as i dont drink). The food was nice enough, but really, i think i would have been happier with an egg. I would stay again, but skip the breakfast. But then it was so strange it did give me a yarn to spin.

Situated in a beautiful house with lovely gardens. Our room was large with thoughtful extras, such as the usual tea coffee and biscuits and even a shoe polish kit! Beds were comfy with nice bedding. The room had a 'rural Scotland' feel decorwise. Everything worked, nothing broken. The bathroom was not pretty, but was functional. Free onsite parking.

Stayed in August 2024

We could not leave our luggage at the house outside of check-in time, and you cannot choose breakfast time.

The house is beautiful and in a good location if you have a car. There were three extremely friendly dogs who enjoy playing with the guests. Breakfast is good and the landlord told us a lot of useful historical facts.

Stayed in August 2024

Only thing I didn’t like was breakfast time as there were two of us and we couldn’t take my dog in (food possessive) and it did look and sound fantastic but there is a Morrisons 5 minutes up the road so we just got some pastries.

I booked here because I had to take my dog to The Veterinary School for a 4 week treatment. My friend drove us there and we had a twin room. They were very welcoming. Ewan the host was fantastic! They had an amazing garden where you dog is safe just to go out. My dog played with their dogs. It was lovely! The rooms were clean and lots of information available. Ewan has a wealth of knowledge. However - I left my wallet in the room and didn’t realise until after check out. Luckily we weren’t too far away and we went back around 2 hours later. I was frantic. They let us back in the room to search as the cleaner didn’t find nothing. My friend eventually found it under the wardrobes. My Labradors tail must have knocked it under. They wished us all the best with my dogs treatment. I had lots of chats outside with them. They are dog lovers!!!!

Stayed in July 2024

Nothing

Clean and quiet

Stayed in July 2024

Standing at the front door ringing the bell whilst the owner was chatting to a contractor, not the best welcome!

Location brilliant, room excellent, high standard of cleanliness.

Stayed in July 2024

Gorgeous Breakfast. Ewan, the host, was really friendly and entertained us with wonderful stories about Scottish history.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing really.

The switch on the bed to make it warm.

Stayed in April 2024

The hosts were friendly, informative and helpful. The varied Scottish breakfasts were very tasty and well cooked. The room was basic but comfortable with tea/coffee facilities. Would definitely re-visit if back in Edinburgh and recommend to others.

Comfortable clean guesthouse.

Stayed in December 2023

We didn't realise breakfast meant a 3 course parlour breakfast so a bit more explanation of this when checking in and a chance to say upfront what we wanted would have saved good food being wasted.

Competitive price for stay. Good local restaurants and a bus stop right outside the house with regular cheap buses into Edinburgh. Very generous breakfast.Friendly dogs.

Stayed in November 2023