Family-friendly holiday rentals in Lothian

Craigiehall Temple (historic property built 1759)

Make you trip to Edinburgh truly memorable with a stay at Craigiehall Temple. Built in 1759 and situated in its own grounds on a former part of the Craigiehall Estate, it's Grade A listed for its stunning portico displaying the arms of the 1st Marquess of Annandale. A plaque on the wall carries a quote from Horace: "Dum Iicet in rebus jucundis vive beatus", "Live happy while you can among joyful things". We hope that a stay at the Temple will deliver this experience and stay true to this vision.

DOLLARBEG CASTLE - The Tower - luxury 3 bed rental

DOLLARBEG CASTLE is a unique castle vacation location in Scotland. This luxury apartment has 3 themed bedrooms, a cinema room & tower, with private rooftop terrace and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside & the Ochil Hills. The Tower apartment at the unique & historic Dollarbeg Castle has been fully refurbished & is presented to a high standard, with luxury furnishings. It retains great character throughout, with turreted corners in several rooms & outstanding views from every window.

16th Century Dovecot Cottage in Private Garden.

In central Edinburgh yet tucked-away in a gorgeous garden, this quirky, sophisticated dovecot is stunning. Serene & secluded, it's quietly thrilling. Tiny little bedroom in the tower; double bed surrounded by cedar-wood, lit ancient nesting boxes & garden view. Sleek wood-lined bathroom. Rustic-chic kitchen. Pull-out sofa-bed. Mysterious cavern beneath a glass floor panel. A relaxing peaceful hideaway. Tranquil garden terrace. Heated floors. Radiators. Wood-burner. Parking. 5% tax fm 24.07.26

Comfy bothy set in a beautiful scenic garden

Craigieburn garden bothy is a glamping-type single room bothy in a lovely 6-acre garden in beautiful Moffatdale, a great location for walkers and cyclists. The garden has woodlands, waterfalls, wildlife and exceptional planting for you to roam in. The bothy has no mains water or electricity so is a real alternative experience, with separate flush toilet and washing facilities. Otherwise all home comforts are provided with double bed, kitchenette and wood-burning stove to create a cosy atmosphere

Romantic Medieval Castle

Barns Tower is an authentic medieval mini castle with roaring log fires and all modern comforts. The Tower is located in a beautiful rural setting on the River Tweed and is an ideal location for exploring the Scottish Borders. Peebles is nearby with great amenities and there’s heavenly walks right from the door. Please be aware that The Tower is located at the end of a rural track and due care should be taken with speed and approach. The Tower is arranged over 4 floors with steep staircases.

Stunning Edinburgh 1820s stables converted house

East House sits within Ratho Park Steading: a stunning Scottish courtyard stable (built 1826; converted 2021). It borders Ratho Park Golf club (area of outstanding beauty), a walk from the heart of Ratho village, 8miles from Edinburgh centre. Rooms are stylishly furnished (with wifi), and proudly eco-friendly (ground source heated). The property has parking, doors to the courtyard, patio with views looking onto a beautiful fairway, and a path to the gardens, fire pit, ruins and historic canal.

Stunning Country Cottage

An ideal spot for couples,solo adventurers,business travellers, families and furry friends. The cottage is situated in acres of stunning countryside with a stream running through the garden. It is equipped with a super king sized bed and extra sofa bed. Come and enjoy the countryside with the wildlife on your doorstep as well as the huge range of activities available nearby. Relax and unwind in front of the open fire.For the sightseers it’s only a 30 minute drive into the centre of Edinburgh.

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Fully self-contained, modern & clean annexe with full countryside & partial sea views. Private decking 1x double bed, 1x sofa bed Fresh linen and towels New improved full fibre WiFi 10 min drive - local train stations, bus stops, shops, restaurants Edinburgh only 10 mins by train Within 30 min drive - Ratho EICA, golf courses, beaches Walks & cycling paths on doorstep Quiet village No buses/Uber to village, so car essential Available on request: sofa-bed, desk & chair, travel cot, highchair

Beautiful two bed cottage near Edinburgh

Set within an 18th-century stable courtyard, The Stables South is a warm, spacious cottage on the peaceful Preston Hall Estate. Just 30 minutes from Edinburgh, it’s ideal for a family escape combining countryside calm with easy city access. The cottage has two generous ensuite bedrooms and a light-filled living space with conservatory opening onto a large, fully enclosed private garden - perfect for children and dogs to play safely. A relaxed and comfortable base for family mini-breaks.

Craighorn Luxury glamping pod & hot tub

Quality glamping pods located in a beautiful rural location with panoramic view of the Ochil hills Each pod has: Its own private hot tub Own seating area BBQ table with disposable BBQ Equipped kitchen with Ninja airfryer Tea & coffee facilities Own wifi router TV with Netflix account Underfloor heating Fitted out with quality furnishings Please note we can only accommodate max 3 adults in a pod Further details can be found on our own website "Devonknowes Lodges" Tillicoultry

The Historic Dalkeith Water Tower

The water tower is a bespoke home in an historic building sensitively converted by its architect owner. The tower is located in the historic town of Dalkeith and the settlement of Eskbank. 20 minutes by car from Edinburgh airport. A bus service into Edinburgh stops every 10- 15 minutes, the bus stop is a 2 minute walk away. 25 minutes by rail to the Scottish Borders or to the centre of Edinburgh from the local Eskbank Train Station, a 20 minute walk from the tower.

The Great Hall, Dollarbeg Castle

This 2 bedroom apartment is the beautifully converted former Great Hall of Dollarbeg Castle. Built in 1890, Dollarbeg Castle was the last gothic baronial style building of its type ever built. Beautifully restored in 2007 to the very highest standards, it was converted into 10 luxury properties, one of which is a conversion of the original "Great Hall" with its vaulted ceiling and majestic views across the formal grounds towards the Ochil Hills in the distance.