We spent three nights at the Eskbank. The room was large with a wonderful view across the garden, and most importantly it was very quiet. The facilities were good, with nothing missing. Breakfast was a highlight with a good selection of traditional Scottish dishes on offer. Both Ewan and Irene were very pleasant hosts, with Ewan adding a touch of... More

We enjoyed our stay in Eskbank. It was convenient for Edinburgh and the tourist attractions of Midlothian, such as the mining museum. As others have said, the breakfasts were imaginative and delicious and the beds were comfortable. Our room looked out onto the lovely large garden. More

Room very comfortable overlooking a lovely garden, and with all mod cons. Breakfasts not only well cooked, but well presented, and the menu was an exploration into Scottish tradition. It was akin to a house party at breakfast, an event to look forward to at the start of each day. Ewan and Irene were very attentive and entertaining, creating a... More

thouroughly enjoyed our stay at rathan house, kept well entertained with ewans wit & banter and made to feel very welcome. thanks to irene who kindly gave us a lift to the wedding when we were running late. breakfast was different but excellent and a real healthy change from the usual fry up. rooms were warm, clean & comfortable and... More

Cozy town, guesthouse accessible by bus from Edinburgh, which made it a plus for us. Friendly hosts, beautiful gardens. More

Thank you so much for a wonderful stay . We had a beautiful spacious family room with 2 sets of double doors onto a wonderful walled garden. Our 2 dogs were welcomed and allowed to run in the garden. What joy to walk out into the early morning dew and watch my 2 dogs romp on the grass safely. The... More

Globally, we liked this place comparing with all we stayed at during our 3 weeks holiday in scotland. We have done over 10 hotels/B&B. We stayed in a family room very spacious on the ground floor with an access to the back garden. My two children loved it as they could play with the 2 dogs that belong to the... More

Lindsay and i spent a week end at Rathan House . Highly individual service from the host/owner ewan (especially at breakfast. Lots of laughter and interest in the guests. Extremely courteous and excellent rooms. The breakfast s are extra special. We reall enjoyed ouselves and would go again. We nearly bought one of the puppies and afterwards wished we had... More

Spent 4 nights here visiting Edinburgh daily. Excellent bus service right outside door 20 to 30 minutes to the City and inexpensive day ticket £3.20 (parking in the City would have been a nightmare) Rathan House is an excellent property, the rooms are well decorated and furnished and kept clean to a very high standard . The beds were comfortable... More