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Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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West Calder, West Lothian
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
  • Place, Royal Mile
  • Place, Princes Street
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh

Located down a lochside track, surrounded by wildlife and views, Gairnshiel Cottage offers peace and tranquillity overlooking the Pentland Hills and Cobbinshaw Loch. This lovely 2 bedroomed cottage is the perfect retreat for a relaxing Scottish holiday while being only 22 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. The multi-fuel stove gives a lovely and cosy feel to the cottage living room and guests will enjoy all the books, toys, games, wealth of crockery, cutlery, pots and pans. Gairnshiel Cottage offers delightful romantic holiday accommodation. It is situated between West Calder and Carnwath in the heart of the Scottish countryside but still within 40 minutes drive of two stunning cities – Edinburgh and Glasgow.
The views from the cottage are breath-taking: it has a wonderful position on the organic farm of South Cobbinshaw overlooking the Pentland Hills and Cobbinshaw Loch. The road leading to the cottage is an uneven farm track that crosses the loch via a causeway adding to the feeling of 'getting away from it all' while still being close to civilisation! A perfect place to relax, unwind and rejuvenate.
The 310 acre loch was built in 1818 to feed the Union Canal and was also used by passing steam trains to collect water. It is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSI) due to wintering wildfowl and is popular with anglers and birdwatchers.
For those who enjoy the outdoors nearby Harburn Golf Club is a challenging 18-hole parkland course and there are walks of all levels starting literally on your doorstep. If shopping is your thing - the designer shops of Livingston are 15 minutes away and unique little shops and galleries are found in Biggar and Peebles.

The cottage has been furnished to a high standard and has an enclosed garden with a decked seating area with views over open fields towards the Pentland Hills. The galleried entrance hall and Shaker-style kitchen have flagstone floors and the kitchen has access to the back garden. The kitchen itself is equipped with everything you need for your stay including fridge-freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, fan oven and hob.

The sitting room has a solid wood floor and includes a wood burning stove, colour TV, free view and DVD. The separate dining room, also with a solid wood floor, has a table to seat 6+. There is a newly refurbished shower room on the ground floor.

Upstairs there are 2 beautifully decorated bedrooms one with a king-size bed and the other with twin beds. The bathroom has a white bathroom suite with a Victorian-style shower attachment.

The short drive to the cottage from the main road is a mini adventure in itself. The track can be a wee bit bumpy in places but take your time, pick your line and enjoy the scenery!

The cottage is next to other properties but the enclosed rear garden is very private with stunning views.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
£25 charge
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No pets upstairs or on any furniture. Gate, dog bed, towels etc provided

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

West Calder

Located in West Calder, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Linlithgow Palace and Hartwood Hospital are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Five Sisters Zoo and Almond Valley Heritage Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Almond Valley Light Railway and Scottish Owl Centre. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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West Calder, West Lothian

Getting around

  • West Calder Addiewell Station - 10 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Brucefield Farm - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Trail Bean Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lacampana - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stones Bar And Grill - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh on 26 Apr 2026 start from AU$241, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Five Sisters Zoo, Almond Valley Heritage Centre and Livingston Designer Outlet. Almondell and Calderwood Country Park and Linlithgow Palace are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holidays with our American family

Most beautiful location, beautiful property, nice and quiet with lovely nature and surroundings
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anja W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cottage

A perfect place to visit edinburgh and glasgow and still enjoy the nature when you come back
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful quaint cottage

We stayed at this cottage for 12 days. It was beautiful and quiet. Located on a farm the scenery was breathtaking. Cottage was very clean and Lynda was so easy to communicate with and so kind. Would stay there again
Stayed 12 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chloe N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country Cabin

Fantasic placement in the country to get away from it all
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal Scottish Cottage

Exactly what we were looking for. A bit remote but gorgeous surroundings. Rustic chic looking but with modern amenities. Epitome of peaceful and cozy. Hosts even provided a Christmas Tree!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely peaceful!

We loved our stay! Close to everything Edinburgh and surrounding area has to offer. Lots of pubs and restaurants to choose from that were only a 5-10 minute drive away. So much space for our family of 4 and such a cozy cottage. The view out the back door was everything we could have wanted. Extremely easy and smooth check in and check out. We were looking for a quiet retreat to finish off our month long adventure in the UK and this cottage was everything and more! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural haven

Beautiful property in lovely location. Very well equipped and spotlessly clean. The dog and children were very well catered for. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was perfect

We enjoyed the remote cottage with wonderful walks in the area. Thank you Lynda!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing gem of a place

An amazing cottage with outstanding views 😊 Beautiful finish with excellent facilities! We will definitely be back! Loved it! Thank you 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view, very quiet and beautiful surroundings. The hosts were wonderful at answering questions in a timely manner. The cottage is well kept and clean. I would definitely recommend staying, but suggest bringing wash rags and watch your head getting into bed. Due to the chilly weather keep the doors closed in the rooms you would like to keep warm.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joerg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

small cosy house in a prime location

We felt very comfortable. The opportunity to use the oven (wood was provided free of charge) is great. The location is top. 1 hour to Stirling, Perth, less to Falkirk, Glasgow and Edinburgh. 30 minutes to the airport. I think we'll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

6/10 Okay

Philip M.

Quite comfortable cottage . Very remote

External photo very misleading! Owner's house 4 metres from your front door looking directly into your front room and dining room. Blinds had to be permanently drawn for privacy. When you go somewhere fairly remote and rural you expect exactly that. Does rather defeat the purpose and thus made it difficult for us as a family properly to chill out from our busy lives.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Katharina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Besondere Unterkunft in toller Lage, sehr ruhig und guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge. Der Weg zum Cottage ist schon das erste Abenteuer! Gemütlich eingerichtet mit allem, was man braucht. Sehr freundliche Vermieterin die sich sofort um Probleme kümmert. Einzige Kritik ist die nicht immer funktionierende Spülung einer Toilette.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gino V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wij hebben een mooie tijd gehad in dit huisje dat van alle gemakken voorzien is en rustig ligt. Mogelijkheden om met de hond te wandelen zijn er genoeg maar wel altijd in de omgeving van schapen of koeien.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henrik M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beste Erholung in herrlicher Umgebung

Süßes kleines Häuschen in sehr ruhiger Lage mit toller Fernsicht und unmittelbarem Zugang zum See. Wanderungen unmittelbar ab Haustür möglich und Städteattraktionen (Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling u.a.) sehr schnell per Auto oder Zug erreichbar.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Natur pur

Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen, ringsum Natur pur!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dorus k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heerlijk

Geweldig, wat een uitzicht, in alles voorzien. Relaxed. Edinburgh en Glasgow beide op drie kwartier.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolles kleines Cottage

Unsere Woche in diesem Häuschen war wirklich schön. Es liegt sehr ruhig und die Auffahrt für über einen großen See. Wirklich verrückt. Das Häuschen ist sehr gemütlich und liebevoll eingerichtet. Der Blick morgens über die Weiten von Schottland war traumhaft. Ich würde das Haus auf jedenfall weiterempfehlen wenn man die Natur mag. Ein absolutes Muss ist aber ein Auto. Damit sind Edinburgh und Glasgow in 45 min gut zu erreichen.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Landerkundung bei typisch britischen Wetter

Der Ort befindet sich etwas abgelegen, in toller ruhigen Umgebung und war optimaler Ausgangspunkt für Unternehmungen in die Hauptstadt, die Highlands und Städte der Umgebung.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr gemütlich, perfekt ausgestattet

Wir haben uns rundum wohlgefühlt. Das Haus ist gemütlich eingerichtet, sehr gut ausgestattet. Der kleine, sicher umzäunte Garten war perfekt für die Hunde. Nette Wege für Spaziergänge, direkt ab dem Haus. Glasgow, Doune Castle, Stirling und Edinburgh waren gut zu erreichen und wir waren abends immer froh, wieder in unsere ruhige Oase zurückzukehren.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anke M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Erholsamer Urlaub

Wunderschön, gemütlich, sauber und ruhig! Perfekt für lange Spaziergänge und in der Nähe von Edinburgh!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Property

We loved this place, especially the proximity to Sterling Castle, Edinburgh, Pentland Hills, Deanston Distillery, and privacy. This stop was a prefect yin to the yang of busy London (our other stop). We were also pleased with the beds, most VRBO's we've stayed at in the past have cheap beds, these were comfortable. There is a cool little shop (the size of my office) close by that has local foods that we all loved. Great to drink fresh bottled milk from cow that gave up the good just the day prior.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kultur und Landschaft

Nettes Ferienhaus in sehr ruhiger Lage mit guten Ausflugsmöglichkeiten nach Edinburgh und Glasgow
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Property

We recently stayed at the cottage for a family wedding. It was chosen on location, amenities, other reviews and it didn't disappoint! It really did tick every box and this made our stay thoroughly enjoyable. It is a dog walkers heaven with stunning views everywhere you look. The owner even booked an added surprise of snow! It is definitely somewhere we would like to return one day
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstandingly Beautiful

The cottage was cosy and spacious - beautifully decorated and homely. Kitchen fully equipped and lovely outside space. Amazing views too! Quiet location and lots of walks on the doorstep. Just under an hour to Edinburgh. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Lynda Murray

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Lynda and David have lived at South Cobbinshaw Farm since 1997. Also living on the farm is their 2 boys (Finn and Keir) and a black labrador (Tess).

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