
My aunt moved in at the end of 2025 and it has been the best decision we could have made.S H(Niece of Resident/Service User)



My aunt moved in at the end of 2025 and it has been the best decision we could have made.S H(Niece of Resident/Service User)



Marian House is located within the Grange, a highly desirable part of Edinburgh, with impressive views of Blackford Hill from the landscaped gardens.
The care home can accommodate up to 35 older people in comfortable surroundings and individually designed en-suite rooms. It offers consistently high standards of nursing care for older people. The highly trained nursing staff will work with residents and their families to assess individual needs and create...
Marian House is located within the Grange, a highly desirable part of Edinburgh, with impressive views of Blackford Hill from the landscaped gardens.
The care home can accommodate up to 35 older people in comfortable surroundings and individually designed en-suite rooms. It offers consistently high standards of nursing care for older people. The highly trained nursing staff will work with residents and their families to assess individual needs and create a personalised care plan to promote wellbeing and independence, ensuring residents experience joy in their later years.
The home consists of two floors, Blackford and Pentland, with en-suite bedrooms, shared lounges and dining rooms. Families and friends are always welcome to enjoy quality time together, and pets can visit too by prior arrangement. The beautiful walled garden is a place for quiet contemplation or enjoyment with friends and is sheltered and part covered so you can appreciate it come rain or shine. It’s directly accessed from the ground floor lounge and is expertly landscaped to be fully wheelchair accessible and enjoyable all year round.
Marian House has a wide range of activities on offer to support people to have an active and fulfilling life, with activity co-ordinators planning daily activities to stir the senses. In collaboration with Impact Arts, the home provides a unique craft café experience where residents are supported to explore their artistic skills. Artwork created in the café is displayed throughout the home for all to enjoy.
Care Provided by Marian House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 35 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Marian House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Our fees are fully inclusive of all care and nursing requirements by our highly trained, friendly staff and include a regular review of care plans and communication. (Also inclusive of any care/nursing payments which a resident may be entitled to through local authority funding). We will discuss all care requirements with you upon application to ensure we can suitably meet the needs of the user.
- Fully furnished, individually designed en-suite rooms
- Separate shower/bathroom where required
- All food and drink including alcoholic beverages
- Access to landscaped garden and grounds
- A range of engaging activities and lifestyle programme
- Day trips and visits
- Craft Café (provided by Impact Arts)
- Housekeeping and laundry service
- Free Wi-Fi access throughout and phone points in each room
- Please note that services such as the on-site hairdresser and chiropodist will incur additional charges. Consumables such as toiletries, newspapers/magazines and also paid separately
- Premium rooms are also available at an additional charge
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Marian House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in Scotland, you may be eligible for the Scottish Government's Free Personal Care funding of up to £260.30 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £117.10 per week. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.
Tours
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Viewpoint
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Asa Kitching (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (35)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (18)
Visiting
- Marian House is open for visitors at all reasonable times, pets are also welcome by arrangement. Joining in with resident activities is encouraged and larger visitor parties can attend for special occasions, but should be discussed prior to visit.
Parking
- Free parking
Marian House Reviews (51)
Marian House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.900) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Marian House has 51 reviews.
We had visited many homes to find suitable accommodation for mum, but none compared to Marian House.
We are delighted with the level of care that mum is receiving. The environment is stunning, the staff are attentive and...
We had visited many homes to find suitable accommodation for mum, but none compared to Marian House.
We are delighted with the level of care that mum is receiving. The environment is stunning, the staff are attentive and caring. There is always something going on for the residents. The dining room and food served are excellent.
Mum looks better since the move, she looks well cared for and is always dressed nicely with attention to detail such as a scarf and jewellery.
Mum can be difficult at times but the staff are patient and understanding and take the time to make sure that care is completed with minimal stress to mum.
We are so glad that we were able to secure a place for mum at Marian Hiouse
Thank you for taking time to give us a review. I'm delighted to hear that mum is looking better since her move to us here in Marian house and we really enjoy getting to know her.
My mother has been in Marian House for the last few years and, after a tricky transition period now considers Marian House her home. The staff are very caring and supportive. The rooms are spotless, and the garden is lovely to walk around especially in the summer. I live abroad and it gives me...
My mother has been in Marian House for the last few years and, after a tricky transition period now considers Marian House her home. The staff are very caring and supportive. The rooms are spotless, and the garden is lovely to walk around especially in the summer. I live abroad and it gives me peace of mind that she is well taken care of, and the staff take into consideration all her little quirks.
Thank you for your review. I'm glad to hear that you have peace of mind that mum is well taken care of here in Marian house. This is especially important when you are abroad. Thank you for trusting us to take care of mum.
My husband was so well cared for. Marian House is so welcoming and beautiful clean, friendly and homely, which I think is important. The activities were really good. The food was amazing. My husband really enjoyed his respite, and I had peace of mind regarding his care. The Staff, each and every...
My husband was so well cared for. Marian House is so welcoming and beautiful clean, friendly and homely, which I think is important. The activities were really good. The food was amazing. My husband really enjoyed his respite, and I had peace of mind regarding his care. The Staff, each and every one, were so friendly. He will be back!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. Its warming to know that your husband enjoyed his stay with us and that you had peace of mind whilst he was in Marian house. Hope to see you both soon :)
I am very pleased with the support given to my husband though I know he often doesn't want to take part- not keen on the religious service for instance. He gets on well with the staff and their interaction is very good for him. He does like company but can be quite obstriete
I am very pleased with the support given to my husband though I know he often doesn't want to take part- not keen on the religious service for instance. He gets on well with the staff and their interaction is very good for him. He does like company but can be quite obstriete
Thank you so much for your review. We are really pleased that your husband has settled in well with us here in Marian house and enjoys the company.
Marian House call it 'A Family ' & I couldn't put it any better myself as you feel it is a...
Marian House call it 'A Family ' & I couldn't put it any better myself as you feel it is a Family, they welcome you as soon as you walk through the door . Everyone talks to you no matter their job or position in the Home. The staff always love to hear who mum was & always interested in our wee family stories. I feel Marian House is part of my 'Family' too.
Marian House, is so clean, no smell, mums room is always immaculate & so is Mum in her appearance.
The Activities are varied each day, the Activity Team make every occasion special ie - Christmas Parties etc. The secluded garden is a joy to be in which mum loves. There is a church service every week which mum attends as 'Faith' is a very big part of mums life. I would recommend Marian House to anyone. Thank you for everything you do.
Thank you so much for your review. I'm so pleased to hear that you feel part of "our family" as that is what we strive to. Being part of a community/family is so important as we work together to achieve the best day for mum.
This was Kenneths first visit to Marian House + my family and I could not have been more pleased with his care. All the staff were very friendly + caring. The care home was spotless + the activities were varied + interesting and we could not have had a better experience - will definitely repeat.
This was Kenneths first visit to Marian House + my family and I could not have been more pleased with his care. All the staff were very friendly + caring. The care home was spotless + the activities were varied + interesting and we could not have had a better experience - will definitely repeat.
Thank you so much for taking the time to give us a review of your experience with us. It was our pleasure looking after Kenneth.
Friendly, efficient, helpful and professional.
Friendly, efficient, helpful and professional.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review.
My mother has been excellently cared for at Marian House, both previously when she was fairly independent and now that she needs more significant help. The staff know her well and treat her with dignity and respect. She feels comfortable and safe.
My mother has been excellently cared for at Marian House, both previously when she was fairly independent and now that she needs more significant help. The staff know her well and treat her with dignity and respect. She feels comfortable and safe.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. I am pleased to read that mum feels safe in our care.
My mother has been a resident in Marian House for nearly three years and at no point during that time have I had any concerns over the excellent care that she receives from the very caring, friendly and well trained staff. The home is always clean and the food well prepared to meet my mothers...
My mother has been a resident in Marian House for nearly three years and at no point during that time have I had any concerns over the excellent care that she receives from the very caring, friendly and well trained staff. The home is always clean and the food well prepared to meet my mothers changing dietary needs. There are daily activities provided by the activities organisers and in addition to this a Craft cafe. Most of the rooms look onto a safe and well kept garden which residents can access and enjoy. I would have no hesitation in recommending Marian House to anyone seeking care for their loved one.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Thank you for your recommendation of our home.
My Mum has been in Marian House Nursing Home for 2 years now and the exceptional nursing care that we experienced in 2024 is the same, if not more exceptional now. All the nursing and care staff are so friendly and their care to mum goes above and beyond their duties to attend to mums needs. Every...
There is always a wide range of activities and outings for the residents each week and a beautifully kept secluded garden at the back in which mum loves .
There is a calming and peaceful atmosphere inside and the home is impressively clean.
Mum is so content now, a sincere thanks to everyone at Marian House for all your love and care you give to mum.
Thank you so much for your review. Its our pleasure looking after mum, thank you indeed for the warming review.
My mum has been in Marian house for 3.5 years and has been very well cared for while she has been there. From the moment she arrived the staff took the time to get to know her personally and to tend to her individual needs. These needs have changed over the time she had been there and the care and...
The garden is a real bonus. Unfortunately my mum is not so able to make use of it so much now but she enjoyed being able to get outside and walk or sit in the beautiful surroundings.
I cannot praise the staff enough. Knowing that my mum is safe and so well cared for makes it so much easier for us as a family.
Thank you for your review. It is warming to hear that you feel mum is safe and thank you for praising the staff.
My brother came to Marian House late in 2025 after an unfortunate diagnosis with Dementia. I had been advised about this care home by people who had helped me along the way with my brothers plight. I can honestly say that he settled in very quickly, the staff, and the surroundings, proving to be...
care home.
Alistair
Thank you for taking the time to give us an review. I am pleased to hear that that you are happy with the care provided for your brother and that you would recommend us as a provider of this care.
My dad moved into Marian House in July 2023, as his Altzheimers had progressed to the stage where he could no longer live independently, and required significant care. Marian House came highly recommended and I am so glad that my sister and I decided it was the right care home for him. The quality...
My dad moved into Marian House in July 2023, as his Altzheimers had progressed to the stage where he could no longer live independently, and required significant care. Marian House came highly recommended and I am so glad that my sister and I decided it was the right care home for him. The quality of care he receives is simply superb. There is a genuine sense of community, and staff really know dad and understand his developing needs. The activity programme is diverse. When he was able, dad loved attending weekly Art sessions run by the charity, Impact Arts. The lovely garden is accessible and used properly by residents.
Thank you for taking time to leave us an review. I am so happy to read that you feel the care is superb.
Our dad has been resident at Marian House now for over two and a half years. The care he receives is fantastic. The home always has plenty of staff and regular staff who know and understand his needs well. The staff are loving and caring towards dad and cope brilliantly when his behaviours (due to...
Our dad has been resident at Marian House now for over two and a half years. The care he receives is fantastic. The home always has plenty of staff and regular staff who know and understand his needs well. The staff are loving and caring towards dad and cope brilliantly when his behaviours (due to dementia) are challenging. The standard of nutrition is very high, and personalised to his needs. My sister and I also appreciate the high level of medical attention he receives, not only from the skilled nurses who work in the home, but also from the wider GP, psychiatric and other health teams the Marian House team has referred dad to when he's needed more specialist care. The home is always clean, smells nice and is redecorated regularly. There's a good range of activities for residents and dad has really benefited from regular sessions at the home's Craft Cafe. The garden is brilliant and really well used by the residents. We feel so lucky to have found Marian House for our dad.
Thank you for your review. I will ensure the staff are aware of the very kind words mentioned about them. They do take great pride in delivering high standards of care.
My sister has been living in Marian House since January 2022. I visit her every week and enjoy going into the home to see her and all the staff who care for her. She is no longer able to have a two way conversation with me but she likes to talk! She goes to the in-house hairdresser every two weeks,...
The staff always seem to be very upbeat and happy, some are positively joyous!
Marian House is a lovely home and I am very happy with the care that she receives.
Thank you so much for your review. I am pleased to hear that you are happy with the care provided. It is our pleasure looking after your sister.
My aunt moved in at the end of 2025 and it has been the best decision we could have made. She settled very quickly and the care she has received has been exemplary. The staff has taken time to get to know her and her interests.
My aunt moved in at the end of 2025 and it has been the best decision we could have made. She settled very quickly and the care she has received has been exemplary. The staff has taken time to get to know her and her interests.
Thank you for your review. It is a big change coming into care and I'm please that your aunt has settled into the home so well.
I have no hesitation in recommending Marian House to anyone with a relative who has care needs. Having been through the process of assessment and admission with both parents I can assure any reader that the process was made as simple as possible and was handled in a highly caring and compassionate...
I have no hesitation in recommending Marian House to anyone with a relative who has care needs. Having been through the process of assessment and admission with both parents I can assure any reader that the process was made as simple as possible and was handled in a highly caring and compassionate manner. I cannot fault the level of care my parents have received at Marian House. There is a genuine warmth, the staff are clearly of very high quality and I am continually impressed by how personalised the care experience is. Any queries are handled efficiently and professionally by management. Our family would highly recommend Marian House.
Thank you for taking time to do this review. It is warming that you find the care personalised and the staff of high quality. It is a big step coming into care and we strive to making that journey as "easy" as possible.
My mum has been in Marian house for 18 months. Her physical and mental health have improved due to the excellent care. Marian house always feels well organised, with everyone clearly understanding their role. All staff are friendly, kind, compassionate and skilled in their care of my mother. She...
There are a range of excellent activities, including the wonderful craft cafe, and a beautiful, quiet sun trap of a back garden.
Thank you for your review and it makes me so happy to know that mum is referring to Marian house as home. That is really the best feedback one can receive.
Everything about the home is really excellent, and I cannot fault it in any way.
The care Mum received throughout the six years was first class (including being treated with utmost dignity and respect at all...
Everything about the home is really excellent, and I cannot fault it in any way.
The care Mum received throughout the six years was first class (including being treated with utmost dignity and respect at all times). She was always clean, dressed as well as she would have wanted and her hair almost always looked immaculate (only exceptions to this were really when the hairdresser was unable to attend unexpectedly). The staff were good at spending time with Mum and taking her off to activities. I was informed every Monday of the weekly activities programme. The app was such a helpful platform, enabling me to see almost hour by hour what care interventions there had been.
The end-of-life care extended to Mum (and indeed to us as family) was quite exceptional, for which we were hugely grateful and will never forget.
We would thoroughly recommend Marian House.
Thank you for such a wonderful review. It was our pleasure caring for your mum and she will be greatly missed.
The care delivered is very friendly & person centred - staff know the likes/dislikes, preferences of all their residents. High...
The care delivered is very friendly & person centred - staff know the likes/dislikes, preferences of all their residents. High standards of cleanliness, comfort & nutrition.
All in all, highly recommended.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review. Your kind words and appreciation in this review will shared with the staff.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 22 May 2025- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our leadership?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our staff team?Very Good
(5)
- How good is our setting?Very Good
(5)
- How well is care and support planned?Very Good
(5)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marian House
How much does Marian House cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £2,263 for nursing care (respite from £2,518) and from £2,263 for nursing dementia care (respite from £2,518). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private).
What types of Care is Marian House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Marian House have?
There are 35 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Marian House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Marian House to the centre of Edinburgh?
1.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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