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About this property

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Elegant Accommodation: The Secret Hideaway in Penicuik offers an adults-only apartment with a sun terrace, garden, and open-air bath. Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a private balcony with lake, garden, and mountain views. Comfortable Amenities: The apartment features a hot tub, outdoor seating area, picnic spot, and bicycle parking. Additional amenities include a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, streaming services, and a work desk. Convenient Location: Located 16 km from Edinburgh Airport, the property is near attractions such as Dalhousie Castle (11 km) and Edinburgh Castle (12 km). Free on-site private parking is available. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its hot tub, convenient location, and suitability for nature trips.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What’s not to love. Beautiful and cosy amazing location
  • Russell
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gorgeous location lovely and quiet, would highly recommend and will definitely be back, pod was outstanding, and the hot tub just a nice wee extra touch
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Pod itself was beautiful Hot tub was great temp and seating area looking out to the pond was nice
  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything couldn’t fault it the place is beautiful. The stay was so comfortable and the views are amazing. The gentleman who owns the place was more than helpful also and very friendly will definitely be back 😁
  • Debbie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This really was a secret hideaway…… beautiful grounds, electronic gate with key code so we felt safe leaving our car complete with tent box and camping gear inside it….. masses of beautiful rhododendron bushes in full blooms view to die for and an...
  • Brogan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the location, very clean, comfy beds, quiet & peaceful. Perfect relaxing night away. Will definitely be back soon.
  • Gillian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely peaceful location with great tech in the pod. Pod was well equipped and had a very comfy large bed. Sitting watching the ducks with their ducklings on the pond from the hot tub was the highlight
  • Aaron
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Security, scenery, calmness, modern, hot tub, pond, wildlife, pathways.
  • Kyle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My girlfriend and i loved it there! We thoroughly enjoyed the solitude of the area, the peace and quiet, and most of all the hot tub! Everything there is beautiful! You cant hear anything there except for the sound of nature! The birds chirping,...
  • Kelly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I loved it here so relaxing and utter bliss very clean and modern. Stunning wee pods well looked after defo be booking again 😀

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Secret Hideaway

Company review score: 9.1Based on 493 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Secret Hideaway is a brand new business with a collection of 3 cutting edge wee lodges. The lodges have recently been awarded a Queens award for design and are the best of the best. Our team here are dedicated on making sure our guests have the best and most relaxing stay possible.

Property information

The Secret Hideaway is a collection of three exclusive wee lodges located on the edge of a private lakeside retreat sat at the foot of the Pentland Hills just 20mins from Edinburgh. The incredible views, total tranquility and idyllic location make this the ultimate getaway. Each wee lodge has its own private Scandinavian hot tub, underfloor heating, wireless mobile phone charging, bluetooth sound system, its own private deck with table and chairs, and many more cutting edge features.

Neighbourhood information

The Secret Hideaway is located in a wonderfully secluded location albeit with many attractions and shopping facilities nearby. It is an ideal bolt hole if you want to visit Edinburgh and stay in the nearby countryside or visit local attractions such as Rosslyn Chapel, Dalkeith Country Park and the Restoration Yard with many other attractions nearby. Being located next to the Pentland Hills you have on the hand the most wonderful walks and mountain bike trails. Robert Louis Stevenson once wrote, "If my spirit returns to earth it will be found wandering through the Glencorse Woods or sitting on the old bridge at Glencorse Kirk, the finest spot on earth." Robert Louis Stevenson

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Secret Hideaway

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

    Kitchen

    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Electric kettle
    • Refrigerator

    Bedroom

    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathrobe
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Seating Area
    • Desk

    Media & Technology

    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV

    Room Amenities

    • Socket near the bed
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Hot tub

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoors

    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden

    Wellness

    • Open-air bath
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

    Food & Drink

    • Tea/Coffee maker

    Activities

    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge

    Outdoor & View

    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • Lake view
    • View

    Building characteristics

    • Detached

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out

    Miscellaneous

    • Adults only
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Safety deposit box

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules

    The Secret Hideaway takes special requests - add in the next step!
    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 00:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Available 24 hours
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print

    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Secret Hideaway