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JOIVY Observatory House

4.0 star property
4-star vacation home near Princes Street

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A historic stone building with a steeply pitched roof, multiple chimneys, and a small entrance with a door.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41076.4 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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40 Calton Hill, c/o Collective, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 3BQ
  • Place, Princes Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Grassmarket
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Old Town Edinburgh stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Old Town Edinburgh vacation home, you'll find Princes Street and Royal Mile. Edinburgh Castle and University of Edinburgh are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Princes Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Waterloo Place - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Mile - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grassmarket - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • St Andrew Square Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Society Bar & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪John Lewis Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pho Edinburgh - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

JOIVY Observatory House

4-star vacation home near Princes Street
Public spaces have free WiFi.
  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • No smoking on site
Guest accommodations at this vacation home offer hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of GBP 250 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a debit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number EH-69756-F

Property is also known as

Altido Observatory House
JOIVY Observatory House Edinburgh
JOIVY Observatory House Private vacation home
JOIVY Observatory House Private vacation home Edinburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is JOIVY Observatory House to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.5 mi (44-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at JOIVY Observatory House?

As of Jul 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JOIVY Observatory House on Aug 20, 2026 start from $1,907, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does JOIVY Observatory House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is JOIVY Observatory House to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi (17-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 14 mi (37-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does JOIVY Observatory House offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at JOIVY Observatory House?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at JOIVY Observatory House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at JOIVY Observatory House?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does JOIVY Observatory House have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does JOIVY Observatory House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is JOIVY Observatory House to downtown Edinburgh?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Edinburgh.