Amid one acre of lush lawns, mature trees and colourful borders that offer total privacy, Manse Manor is a fabulous Scottish manor house built in 1780 in the Scottish Baronial style. With five bedrooms, two spacious living rooms, a rather grand dining room and a large kitchen diner, it is the perfect pick to bring the generations together or to celebrate a special occasion with your favourite friends. This gorgeous manor house is a haven for hunkering down, the perfect abode for a spot of switch off, yet the vibrant City of Edinburgh is only thirteen minutes away by train. Manse Manor is located in a lovely tranquil spot in Prestonpans, close to the superb Muirfield Golf Course and within very easy reach of North Berwick. You have the best of both worlds when staying at Manse Manor, the social and shopping lifestyle of Edinburgh, yet blissful relaxation and rejuvenation as you take on the roles of Lord and Lady of the Manor.
 
The captivating City of Edinburgh enjoys a wealth of top attractions for the whole family, excellent shopping opportunities and sensational fine dining. This ever-popular city is a remarkable place to visit with a stunning backdrop of the dramatic Arthur’s Seat, the Pentland Hills, and Edinburgh’s waterfront. You can take a cruise on the River Forth, explore the ancient castle, shop until you drop, wander through the cosmopolitan streets of the Port of Leith, listen to bagpipes and dine until you burst. North Berwick is a delightful seaside town on the south shore of the Firth of Forth. The town became a fashionable holiday resort in the nineteenth century due to its two delightful sandy bays. It boasts an eclectic mix of shops, cafes and bars, world-renowned golf courses, stunning coastal views, and the popular, five-star Scottish Seabird Centre.
 
At Manse Manor, you will relish its beauty and generous rooms where there is charm and character in abundance. Mostly it is full of modern furnishings with the odd vintage number thrown in for good measure. Cavernous light-flooded spaces offer ample living, dining and sleeping spaces. Most of the rooms enjoy open fireplaces where you can chuck a log on the fire for a crackling atmosphere.
 
The main living room is delightful with sumptuous modern sofas, period features such as its original recessed shelving, and a piano where you can enjoy a tinkle of the keys. Next door, the sitting room enjoys a corner sofa, another gorgeous fireplace, huge windows with traditional shutters and a smart television with Netflix and Amazon Prime so that you can cosy up and watch a movie. It is great having two living spaces as the little ones can chill at the end of a busy day while the adults can chat and plan their week. The dining room is perfect for a formal dinner with its traditional table and chairs, fireplace and gorgeous garden views. The enormous country kitchen diner enjoys a warm rustic feel and excellent appliances, including a huge stainless steel range cooker and wood-burning stove. It is perfect for your hearty Scottish breakfasts.
 
There are five beautifully presented bedrooms and four shared bathrooms. With gorgeous fireplaces, plush soft furnishings and comfy beds, they are heavenly nests where you will enjoy the sleep of kings. In addition, the house enjoys a sofa bed where you could sleep and an extra guest. The bedrooms all offer kingsize or super kingsize beds aside from one, which has a trundle bed which can be set up as two singles. This room is ideal for children. One of the bathrooms offers a bath and shower, another a bath, and the last two enjoy showers.
 
Manse Manor is enveloped by a beautifully landscaped garden where you can enjoy a tipple or two as you bask in the golden hour sun. You will feel the tranquillity fold around you as you relax in absolute peace and quiet. Children are happy when they discover the football nets, basketball hoops and tennis nets that are provided for entertainment. There are over an acre of private walled gardens, so you will enjoy your own slice of Scottish paradise. The gardens are very colourful and very pretty. There are great spots for picnics and family games.
 
When you can bring yourselves to leave Manse Manor and its lovely grounds, there are lovely beaches nearby, the train into Edinburgh or you can opt for a game of golf. Whether you are looking for a peaceful family holiday or an action-packed trip exploring Scotland’s rich history and an endless list of monuments, ancient buildings and museums, Manse Manor is a fabulous choice.