A fantastic guest house in every way. Gareth is a superb host, friendly, reliable and nothing is too much trouble. The rooms are individually decorated, comfortable and with attention paid to little details, it makes you feel welcome, considered and comfortable from the moment you walk in the door. Breakfast is hearty and made fresh to order with a fine... More

From the welcome tea on arrival to the caramel shortcake squares laid out at night. we thoroughly enjoyed the Fraoch ("heather") experience! The host Gareth was friendly and helpful, the room was spacious and just WOW, the en suite was amazing, and the loaf of bread at breakfast is homemade. They also have one of the largest DVD collection of... More

Stayed for three nights with friends, visiting Edinburgh. Chose this B and B as it was located just outside the city but within walking distance. What a great choice it was! The owner Gareth was welcoming and as it was raining and cold when we arrived he immediately put the kettle on and we had tea and shortbread biscuits in... More

I cannot praise Fraoch House highly enough, everything was perfect for our weekend stay. The staff were so friendly & helpful, our room was perfect (room 6), the location was great, with a bus stopping right outside the door with a regular service. The breakfast was the best I have ever had, with the usual fresh fruit and cereal to... More

My husband and I, together with his mum and partner spent three days here and had a great time. The guest house is located just about a mile from Princes Street and the main shopping area in Edinburgh. There are plenty of local buses if you don't fancy the walk, which run every few minutes through the day. The property... More

My brother and i had a very nice experience in Fraoch House. The owner is a very nice person, he run the b&b very well in my opinion. We went there only for one night but i wish i have been longer there. The breakfast is simply excelent. We are willing to come back in a future. I highly recomend... More

I stayed at Fraoch House with my 10 year old daughter. We were greeted by Gareth on arrival after a long day travelling who straight away offered us a welcome cup of tea. Gareth was great, very bubbly (my daughter loved him) and offered us loads of info about things to do and good places to eat in Edinburgh. Our... More

We had a wonderful 2 day stay at Fraoch House. We loved the welcoming tea and biscuits on our arrival from the wonderful owner, Gareth. He directed us to the best parts of the city to visit so that we would make the most of our short stay which was very helpful. Lovely little touches like a plate of chocolates... More

Stayed for only one night on7th April 2013, wished we could have stayed longer. Gareth was as usual an excellent host and spent loads of time with us chatting. Room 8 was lovely and spacious and very comfortable and clean. Breakfast was delicious and nothing was too much trouble. We will always go back to Fraoch in future, thanks Gareth... More