Eildon House is a small care home in north Edinburgh providing residential and dementia care for up to 22 residents, in a traditional stone terrace with views across the city to Edinburgh Castle.
With just 22 rooms, most with en-suite facilities, the team gets to know each resident well: their routines, preferences, and day-to-day support needs, whether that is help with mobility or care that adapts as needs change. Care is...
Eildon House is a small care home in north Edinburgh providing residential and dementia care for up to 22 residents, in a traditional stone terrace with views across the city to Edinburgh Castle.
With just 22 rooms, most with en-suite facilities, the team gets to know each resident well: their routines, preferences, and day-to-day support needs, whether that is help with mobility or care that adapts as needs change. Care is planned around each individual, providing reassurance to families that their relatives are recognised as individuals.
Bedrooms are private and can be personalised with familiar belongings. The first-floor lounge offers views over the Edinburgh skyline, and meals are freshly prepared each day, with menus shaped around residents’ tastes and dietary needs. Accessible outdoor space provides a safe area for residents to sit with visiting family on warmer days.
Daily life balances companionship and choice. Residents are able to take part in arts and crafts, music and reminiscence sessions, gentle exercise, social events and outings around Edinburgh, or enjoy quieter time if preferred. Home Manager Natasha Thomas describes Eildon House as “like an extended family – lively, with lots of laughs.”
The home sits on Eildon Street, overlooking private playing fields, with good public transport links that make visiting easy for family and friends. Local shops and amenities are close by, and the home keeps strong connections with community groups in the area.
Families may arrange a visit to Eildon House and discuss any questions with the team.
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Care Provided by Eildon House Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
Older Person Care
Dementia
Physical Disability
Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
Permanent Care
Respite Care
Care Types Provided
Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care
For a maximum of 24 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
Convalescent Care
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Accreditations
Adopt A Grandparent
Facilities
Own Furniture if required
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
Smoking not permitted
Close to Local shops
Near Public Transport
Lift
Wheelchair Access
Gardens
Bar/Café
Phone Point in own room
Television point in own room
Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Type of care
Permanent
Respite
Residential Care
From £2,000
From £2,000
Residential Dementia Care
From £2,000
From £2,000
Nursing Care
From £2,000
From £2,000
Nursing Dementia Care
From £2,000
From £2,000
Contact Eildon House Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Fees are tailored to the individual and are dependant on many factors, exact pricing can be discussed with the care home Manager.
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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.
Eildon House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.926) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Eildon House Nursing Home has 19 reviews.
Review from M P (Son of Resident) published on 18 July 2025 Submitted via Website•
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We were initially apprehensive about admitting our elderly mother into respite care. However any anxiety we had was soon dismissed after meeting the manager and her team. All were welcoming and friendly, addressing any concerns or issues we had, providing extra support and guidance as required,...
We were initially apprehensive about admitting our elderly mother into respite care. However any anxiety we had was soon dismissed after meeting the manager and her team. All were welcoming and friendly, addressing any concerns or issues we had, providing extra support and guidance as required, helping to put our mum at ease while adjusting to her new surroundings.
The facilities are homely, the bedroom was bright and airy and all rooms kept clean and tidy.
Overall our mother seemed happy and content during her short visit.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
Thank you so much Mike for your feedback. We appreciate this.
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Review from M W (Niece of Resident) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Have visited Eildon House regularly over the last 2 years. Found staff to be welcoming and helpful. Should I have any issues I wish to discuss with them, they are also willing to listen and take any action required.
Found staff to be patient and understanding with my aunt. My aunt is usually in...
Have visited Eildon House regularly over the last 2 years. Found staff to be welcoming and helpful. Should I have any issues I wish to discuss with them, they are also willing to listen and take any action required. Found staff to be patient and understanding with my aunt. My aunt is usually in her room but I notice when passing the lounges on my way to it, that the residents sitting in the lounges always look happy and content.
The senior staff are always interested to know how I am and take an interest in my well-being.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
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Review from E R (Friend of Resident) published on 16 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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The staff are all very friendly. The room is bright and sunny and my friend is well cared for and the home is kept clean and tidy. My friend seems happy with the food that is served.
The staff are all very friendly. The room is bright and sunny and my friend is well cared for and the home is kept clean and tidy. My friend seems happy with the food that is served.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
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Review from B R (Resident / Service User) published on 8 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I am well looked after. Happy atmosphere.
I am well looked after. Happy atmosphere.
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Review from Hazel F (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 December 2024 Submitted via Website•
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I am so pleased that my father spent his final days at Eildon House. Unfortunately, due to his declining health, he passed away within weeks of moving in. The care he received during his short stay was excellent - the staff were very kind and managed all his care needs with attention to detail and...
I am so pleased that my father spent his final days at Eildon House. Unfortunately, due to his declining health, he passed away within weeks of moving in. The care he received during his short stay was excellent - the staff were very kind and managed all his care needs with attention to detail and compassion. They kept me fully informed of his situation and supported me during my visits. The end-of-life care he received was provided with great respect and dignity. Eildon House is a well-maintained, comfortable and very welcoming care home; I was always greeted with a smile and an update on my arrival. My father's room was charming; clean, spacious, and full of light, with a fantastic view of the Edinburgh skyline. Based on my experience, I would not hesitate in recommending Eildon House to anyone seeking care for themselves or a loved one.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
Thank you so much for your feedback. We wish you and your family best wishes.
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Review from Neil M (Husband of Resident) published on 4 September 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Eildon is well run and the staff are courteous and caring. The accommodation is satisfactory and my wife has a comfortable bed and her person is clean. She is well-fed and shows no sign of weight loss. She is contented so far as can be judged but her communication is poor due to her dementia. I am...
Eildon is well run and the staff are courteous and caring. The accommodation is satisfactory and my wife has a comfortable bed and her person is clean. She is well-fed and shows no sign of weight loss. She is contented so far as can be judged but her communication is poor due to her dementia. I am satisfied that Eildon is providing the best care available
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
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Review from L M (Respite Resident) published on 23 August 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Our 90-year-old dad stayed at Eildon House for a 2-week respite stay. This was his first time in respite, so we were all nervous and a bit anxious. The manager and her staff were very supportive and gave us a lot of reassurance about respite care and our dad's adjustment to his 'holiday...
Our 90-year-old dad stayed at Eildon House for a 2-week respite stay. This was his first time in respite, so we were all nervous and a bit anxious. The manager and her staff were very supportive and gave us a lot of reassurance about respite care and our dad's adjustment to his 'holiday room'. During his stay, we found he was more alert and engaged during our visits. We managed to get him out several times during his stay to a local cafe something which has been difficult when at home. The staff were always friendly and approachable. Eildon's House had a lovely homely feel about it, it was clean and the room my dad had was fantastic, bright, and airy with wonderful views of the Castle. It was also lovely to see the residents doing their yoga exercises and getting pampered by the hairdressers.
Although there is a lack of garden space you are close to the Botanic Gardens for a trip out. We will definitely consider another respite stay in the future.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
Thank you so much, it was a pleasure to meet you all.
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Review from Frances J (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 April 2024 Submitted via Website•
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Since my mother came to the home she has been treated so well. Everyone is welcoming and always available to talk. The home is always so clean and tidy and from the amazing smells coming from the kitchen, the food is excellent too.
I particularly like the social media posts, which give me an...
Since my mother came to the home she has been treated so well. Everyone is welcoming and always available to talk. The home is always so clean and tidy and from the amazing smells coming from the kitchen, the food is excellent too.
I particularly like the social media posts, which give me an insight into how the residents are entertained and cared for.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
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Review from D J (Friend of Resident) published on 25 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Staff very attentive. Pleasant to deal with.
Very clean establishment.
Staff very attentive. Pleasant to deal with.
Very clean establishment.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
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Review from Aly G (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 April 2024 Submitted via Website•
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My mum moved into Eildon House in November 2023 with her little dog and they were both very warmly welcomed. All the staff are very friendly, happy and are very attentive. They have also been so kind to me and have supported me from day one as well, understanding that I have been feeling anxious,...
My mum moved into Eildon House in November 2023 with her little dog and they were both very warmly welcomed. All the staff are very friendly, happy and are very attentive. They have also been so kind to me and have supported me from day one as well, understanding that I have been feeling anxious, overwhelmed and upset by my mum's health and have really looked after me as well. There is a lovely friendly family feel to the care home, the residents are always involved in activities in-house, going on outings or being pampered. Whenever I see my mum she is happy, her nails are done and she's mixing with the other residents in the lounge, not being kept in her room on her own. The activities manager is always coming up with new ideas for enrichment, she is extremely happy and bubbly and involves everyone. I cannot thank the staff enough for making both myself and my Mum feel so welcomed and looked after! I very much recommend Eildon House for your loved one, you won't be disappointed.
↩Reply from Lauren McKinlay, Business Development Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely and detailed review. We are delighted that you and your mum have benefited so much from the care and support delivered by the fantastic team at Eildon House.
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Review from Pauline G (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 November 2023 Submitted via Website•
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My mother moved into the care home in August 2023. She was given a very warm welcome by the staff and has settled in amazingly quickly. The staff are wonderfully supportive and caring, and they are always available to discuss any issues we may have. The care home provides a multitude of activities...
My mother moved into the care home in August 2023. She was given a very warm welcome by the staff and has settled in amazingly quickly. The staff are wonderfully supportive and caring, and they are always available to discuss any issues we may have. The care home provides a multitude of activities for the residents and is very happy to hear of any ideas that would make residents stay happier.
We highly recommend Eildon House to anyone searching for the right nursing home for a loved one.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
Thank you for your feedback. If there is anything you need please let us know, we are always happy to help.
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Review from Daphne C (Niece of Resident) published on 23 November 2023 Submitted via Website•
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I had a number of issues I wished to discuss at a review meeting. I felt I was listened to and the care home acted on my requests. My aunt has been given a bigger room which she appreciates. This will enhance her lifestyle.
I had a number of issues I wished to discuss at a review meeting. I felt I was listened to and the care home acted on my requests. My aunt has been given a bigger room which she appreciates. This will enhance her lifestyle.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate it. If there's ever anything else please let us know, we are happy to help.
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Review from Sam H (Husband of Resident) published on 17 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I feel that my wife is well looked after.
I feel that my wife is well looked after.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
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Review from Christine W (Niece of Resident) published on 9 January 2023 Submitted via Website•
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I am amazed at the positive difference in my aunt. She is more confident, and relaxed, and while we don't have long conversations, it's a nice time for both of us. She has said all the staff are very nice. I totally agree with her, as I, too have found everyone very helpful. Not sure how much I can...
I am amazed at the positive difference in my aunt. She is more confident, and relaxed, and while we don't have long conversations, it's a nice time for both of us. She has said all the staff are very nice. I totally agree with her, as I, too have found everyone very helpful. Not sure how much I can say.
For me, it has made life less difficult, as I know she is safe and well looked after.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
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Review from K P (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Eildon house was like home to my dad, he was very comfortable, well looked after and happy during his stay there which run from December 2019-February 2022. All the staff were professional and kept me informed about his health and well-being. I always enjoyed my visits and felt welcome. I would...
Eildon house was like home to my dad, he was very comfortable, well looked after and happy during his stay there which run from December 2019-February 2022. All the staff were professional and kept me informed about his health and well-being. I always enjoyed my visits and felt welcome. I would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a happy home for their loved one.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
Thank you so much for your feedback we appreciate this a lot. Take care.
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Review from Morag W (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Eildon House provides fantastic care, and is wonderfully caring, with great activities personalised to each individual and lovely rooms. The communal areas have just been redone and are looking great. Staff provide lots of information to relatives and go above and beyond treating residents as...
Eildon House provides fantastic care, and is wonderfully caring, with great activities personalised to each individual and lovely rooms. The communal areas have just been redone and are looking great. Staff provide lots of information to relatives and go above and beyond treating residents as family.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
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Review from S G (Son of Resident) published on 3 January 2023 Submitted via Website•
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A friendly care home that is very efficient at what they do. They're there time and time again helping residents with all kinds of ailments to make life as comfortable as they can for them. Always friendly to the family as well.
A friendly care home that is very efficient at what they do. They're there time and time again helping residents with all kinds of ailments to make life as comfortable as they can for them. Always friendly to the family as well.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
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Review from Linda M (Sister of Resident) published on 20 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My sister moved into Eildon House in October and is starting to settle in now. I have found all members of staff very nice, helpful and welcoming to my sister and family.
My sister moved into Eildon House in October and is starting to settle in now. I have found all members of staff very nice, helpful and welcoming to my sister and family.
↩Reply from Lucy Duffin, Operations Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
Thank you very much for your feedback. If we can help with anything, our door is always open.
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Review from R H (Resident / Service User) published on 13 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Since moving into the care home, seven weeks ago, I found the accommodation first-class. All the staff I find to be very caring to all the patients. If I had a chance to stay here on a permanent basis, I would take it.
Since moving into the care home, seven weeks ago, I found the accommodation first-class. All the staff I find to be very caring to all the patients. If I had a chance to stay here on a permanent basis, I would take it.
↩Reply from Lorena Brown, Home Manager at Eildon House Nursing Home
Thank you for the kind feedback. We are delighted you are happy staying with us.
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Date: 10 March 2026
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?
Good
(4)
How good is our setting?
Good
(4)
How well is care and support planned?
Good
(4)
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Natasha is the Home Manager at Eildon House, bringing 14 years of experience in health and social care to her role. She began her career as a carer...
Natasha is the Home Manager at Eildon House, bringing 14 years of experience in health and social care to her role. She began her career as a carer at the age of 22, where she quickly discovered a strong passion for supporting others. This led her to pursue nursing, qualifying in 2011, and building a career grounded in compassionate, high-quality care.
Natasha is passionate about supporting residents to live their best possible lives while empowering staff to deliver excellent, compassionate care. She values kindness above all else and believes that creating a warm, respectful environment is fundamental to quality care. Her approach is guided by a simple but powerful mantra: lead with kindness – kindness goes a long way.
She describes Eildon House as a very homely environment, where people feel safe, valued, and truly at home. Natasha enjoys getting to know residents and their families, learning their stories, and ensuring each individual receives care tailored to their needs.
Her advice to families choosing a care home is:
“Take the time to visit, speak with staff and residents, and observe the atmosphere. Look for dignity, kindness, and genuine care. Trust your instincts – if it feels welcoming and person-centred, it usually is.”
Frequently Asked Questions about Eildon House Nursing Home
How much does Eildon House Nursing Home cost?
The care home lists weekly fees per person from £2,000 for residential care (respite from £2,000), from £2,000 for residential dementia care (respite from £2,000), from £2,000 for nursing care (respite from £2,000) and from £2,000 for nursing dementia care (respite from £2,000). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up.
What types of Care is Eildon House Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Eildon House Nursing Home have?
There are 22 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Eildon House Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Eildon House Nursing Home to the centre of Edinburgh?
1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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