Fort Augustus is a small village at the southern end of Loch Ness on the Caledonian Canal. The Caledonian Canal, connecting Corpach near Fort William with Clachnaharry in Inverness, was completed in 1822. It is over 60 miles long, but more than two thirds of its length consists of three connected lochs - Loch Ness, Loch Oich and Loch Lochy.
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Welcome
to Sonas Guesthouse.
Sonas Guest House, One of Edinburgh's best “Bed and Breakfast”
establishments, is a converted 19th century Victorian Villa, built in
the 1870's for the directors of the Railway.
It offers the charm of 19th Century Edinburgh with 21st Century amenities.
The guest house is ideally situated on the South side of the city being
located on a quiet side street.
Sonas Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
At the Sonas all rooms are en-suite, most with the luxury of a bath and shower. They are centrally heated, well appointed and all have Multi Channel TV with DVD and iPod facility.
We offer a complimentary refreshment tray. WiFi Internet is available for free as is private parking.
We provide freshly cooked full Scottish breakfasts so you are well prepared to explore the 1000 years of history that awaits you on our doorstep.
If you are coming to Edinburgh for a short break, extended holiday or business trip we are sure we can offer you a warm welcome and excellent value for money.
Bedrooms:
Our rooms are well appointed with windows in the Victorian style. The
rooms are bright, comfortable and centrally heated with television, hair
dryer and refreshment tray. *WiFi Internet available*
We have single, double, twin, triple or family rooms. All are en-suite
most with a bath and shower. They are arranged over three floors and are
reached by way of an attractive stair case.
There is a large family room which is also ideal for three adults.
Dining Room:
For a great start to the day enjoy a freshly cooked Scottish breakfast,
from the grill, with fried or scrambled eggs. Or you may prefer French
Toast with Maple Syrup, perhaps some fruit yoghurt, cereal and toast is
more to your liking. Whatever your choice you are free to enjoy, at your
leisure.
Attractions:
We are ideally situated on the South side of the city being located on
a quiet side street. Close to Arthur's Seat (Edinburgh's extinct volcano),
The Royal Commonwealth Pool, University of Edinburgh, The Festival Theatre
and
The Queen's Hall:
Just a two minute walk takes you to the bus stop on the main road, where
a cheap, excellent bus service will speed you to your selected destination
in and around the city centre.
Perhaps Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace or the historic Royal Mile is of interest to you. Maybe the Royal Yacht Britannia, Edinburgh Zoo or the Royal Botanic Gardens are more to your taste. If you are a fan of the Da Vinci Code then Rosslyn Chapel is only a short ride away. If retail therapy is your desire then Edinburgh has its very own exclusive department store, Jenners, on Princes Street, now competing with the new kid on the block, Harvey Nichols, at St Andrew's Square.
Below you will find but a small selection of the many things
to do in Edinburgh:
Festivals, Galleries and Museums
· Edinburgh Museums & Galleries
· Museum of Childhood
· Edinburgh Castle
· Holyrood Palace
· Royal Mile
· Edinburgh Crystal
· Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre
· Forth Road and Railway Bridges
· Scott Monument
· Nelson Monument
· The Royal Observatory
· The Peoples Story
· Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World
· Edinburgh Bird Of Prey Center
· Edinburgh Art Festival
· Edinburgh Fringe Festival
· Edinburgh International Festival
· Edinburgh International Book Festival
· Edinburgh Military Tattoo
· Royal Botanical Gardens
· Scottish Parliament
· Prestonfield House
· Dynamic Earth
· Royal Yacht Britannia
· National Gallery Of Modern Art
Sports
· Golf at Craigmillar Park, Prestonfield and Braid Hills
· Scottish International Rugby Stadium
· Events Guide (Coming Soon)
Tours
· Edinburgh Saints & Sinners Walking Tours
· City of the Dead Tours
· Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour
· Leith Walks
· Mercat Tours
· Celtic Trails
· Auld Reekie Tours
· The Cadies & Witchery Tours
Retail
· Jenners
· Harvey Nichols.
Nature
· Arthurs Seat
· Bass Rock
· Inchcolm Island
· Deep Sea World
Directions:
We are situated one mile south of Edinburgh city centre. East Mayfield
runs between the A701 (Mayfield Gardens/Minto Street) and the A7 (Dalkeith
Road)
Directions by train or bus
From Waverley train or St. Andrew`s bus stations - Walk to Princes Street,
the bus stop is next to the shops. Take any nos. 3, 7, 8, 29, 31, 37.
Get off at the second stop in Minto Street, (Just past the Minto Hotel)
turn left at the lights in East Mayfield. Sonas is 20 yards down on the
right.. A taxi from Waverley Station will take approx. 10 minutes.
Directions by plane:
From Edinburgh Airport - Take the airport bus to the city centre stop
which is outside the Waverley Station then either use the above instructions
for the bus or take a taxi. A taxi direct from the airport takes approx.
25 minutes.
Directions by car
Coming from the South on A1 or A68
Join the A720 by-pass, turn off at the large roundabout (Sherrif Hall)
on to A7 follow Edinburgh South, City Centre signs. ( Don't go the wrong
way to Dalkeith on the A7)
Follow this road for 3.5 miles into Edinburgh and you will come to a large
traffic junction with a rail bridge going over it. Go round this under
the bridge and sharp left (sign posted A7) you are now in Dalkeith Road.
(see map). At the second set of traffic lights (Half a mile) turn left
into East Mayfield. SONAS is the last Guest House on the left.
Coming from the North or West M9 or M8
Join the A720 by-pass, turn off at A701 sign posted Straiton Junction,
Edinburgh / Peebles. Follow Edinburgh city centre signs. ( Don't go towards
Peebles) Drive along this road for 2.7 miles going through 4 sets of traffic
lights to Liberton Brae then continue straight on (Don't take the left
fork). After two more sets of traffic lights you will be in Craigmillar
Park which leads into Mayfield Gardens. At the traffic lights (not Pedestrian
lights) in Mayfield Gardens turn right, you are now in East Mayfield.
SONAS is on the right.
Coming from the M6 and A74
These roads lead to the A702. >From this join the A720 by-pass going
south. Leave this at the next junction A701 Peebles /Edinburgh turnoff.
Follow instructions as above.
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