Observatory House

Name: Observatory House
Address: 40 Calton Hill Calton Hill, Edinburgh EH7 5AA Scotland, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Rating: 3.5

3.5

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40 Calton Hill Calton Hill, Edinburgh EH7 5AA Scotland

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Edinburgh’s unique hilltop retreat, Observatory House is a large self-catering property extending over two floors. Overlooking the city centre, with extraordinary 360 views on all sides, it provides a quiet haven within walking distance of the bright lights, but nestled high above them amongst the crags and wildlife of Calton Hill. The House has a rich history, with the oldest tower section dating back to 1776 and the first attempt to build an astronomical observatory for Edinburgh. Recently Collective embarked on an ambitious project to restore the interior and transform it with a sophisticated and contemporary renovation mixing warm, natural materials and colours with a suite of new feature art works specially commissioned from artists close to our heart.

At a glance

Typical visit: about 30 minutes