About Eildon House
Eildon House is a care home for older people located in Edinburgh, within the City of Edinburgh council area. Operated by Eildon Care Limited, the home provides residential care across 21 beds. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in March 2026, Eildon House achieved an average grade of Good, scoring 4.4 out of 6 on the regulator's quality framework, reflecting a solid standard of care and service delivery.
The home specialises in general care for older people, supporting residents with a range of everyday needs in a comfortable and attentive environment. The team at Eildon House aims to provide personalised support that promotes dignity, wellbeing, and independence for those in their care.
With 21 beds, Eildon House offers a smaller, more intimate setting that can be well suited to older people and their families seeking a community-focused environment in the heart of Edinburgh.
Care Inspectorate Grades
Care homes in Scotland are graded on a 6-point scale (1-6) across five key questions. Grades range from Unsatisfactory (1) to Excellent (6).
Location
23 Eildon Street, Edinburgh, EH3 5JU
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting Eildon House, consider asking...
- 1.What happens if my relative's care needs increase significantly -- will they have to move?
- 2.How do you handle concerns or complaints from families?
- 3.What does the monthly fee cover and what will cost extra?
- 4.How do you keep families informed about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing?
- 5.What happens if my relative is unhappy here?
5 Things to Look For on Your Visit
When you visit Eildon House, look out for...
- 1.Do staff greet residents by name and stop to chat?
- 2.Are residents dressed, up and occupied, or sitting alone in front of a TV?
- 3.Does the home smell fresh and feel clean without being clinical?
- 4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?
- 5.Does the manager answer your questions openly or deflect?
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