The Auld Vennel Kirk - Converted Parish Church in Edinburgh
House with 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
Formerly the Old Parish Church it was built in 1633 and consecrated in 1935. It was a place of worship until it was deconsecrated in 1971 and imaginately converted into a spacious home in 1999. Built in 1633 a unique 6 bedroomed converted church retaining many original features including stained glass windows, bell tower, exceptional triple height living space with exposed beams. This is a truly spectacular property for those seeking something special.
Using state of the art fixtures and fittings and retaining many original features the result is an exceptional and sympathetic transformation to a contemporary home within a traditional church. Decor is comfortable and ecclectic with antiques and interesting artifacts including gargoiles!!
A welcoming entrance with original stone floor leading to spacious reception hall. A stunning triple height living room with stained glass windows on three walls, exposed beams, oak floor, large dining table and comfy seating. Spacious and well equipped Kitchen/Breakfast room. Utility Room with full laundry facilities.
Bedroom (1) - all bedrooms (except for bunk bedroom) have King sized beds which can also be unzipped to make two singles, stained glass window, fitted wardrobe. Bedroom (2) - King sized bed, stained glass window. Bedroom (3) - The original vestry, ample storage and bunk beds. Superb shower room with fully tiled shower cubicle, wc and wh basin.
The first floor sitting room was the original choir gallery with stained glass window to the front of the church having a view of the Forth Road Bridge, stone mantlepiece, access hatch to bell tower which still has the original bell.
Study - Spectactular space open to the living/dining room, stainless steel railings and archway to steps down to living area.
Master bedroom (4) A large comfortable bedroom with elegant glazed arched internal window to the study and stained glass windows to the side, large walk-in wardrobe. En-Suite Shower Room, spacious with stained glass window.
Bedroom (5) Good sized bedroom with king sized bed, exposed beams and fitted wardrobe. Bedroom (6) King sized bed, stained glass windows and exposed beams. White cast iron roll top bath with overhead shower, wc and wh basin .. and stained glass window!
Outside Access to private locked South facing graveyard and seating area - very interesting history in the gravestones. Storage Shed suitable for storage of bikes etc.
Facilities for this holiday house in Edinburgh, Central Scotland
Local activities in and around Edinburgh, Central Scotland
South Queensferry is a very quaint and pretty village and has spectacular views of the Forth Road and Rail Bridges and across the Firth of Forth to Fife. Excellent local amenities including award winning riverside bars and restaurants and shops are just a short walk and excellent rail and bus links make it ideal for visits into Edinburgh city centre and to Fife.
Rental rates for this house
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Low Season Rate From:
£890.00
€1121.40
$1441.80
High Season Rate From:
£1600.00
€2016.00
$2592.00
Rental Notes: A welcome pack will be provided with basic essentials on arrival together with an "honesty bar".
All rentals include the provision of good quality bed linen, towels, gas and electricity.
Lets run from Friday to Friday.
'Short Breaks' available at certain times of the year - please contact us for details.
Availability of The Auld Vennel Kirk
This property is normally available
for rent between January
and December each year.
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