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Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Fireplace
A rare find - cozy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•4 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Fenced yard
Internet access
Fireplace
Explore the area
Penicuik, Scotland
Penicuik Tower
Place, Penicuik Tower
7 min drive
Glencorse Golf Club
Place, Glencorse Golf Club
9 min drive
Rosslyn Chapel
Place, Rosslyn Chapel
13 min drive
Edinburgh (EDI)
Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
26 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Stylish countryside cottage outside Edinburgh
Walstone Bothy is a cosy cottage in the beautiful Pentland Hills Regional Park, 11 miles/30 mins drive south of Edinburgh City centre. A former shepherds’ bothy, renovated with a modern twist, with log burning stove. Private paved patio with dining table. Free off road parking, easy access north/south. Ideal base for action packed family holidays and exploring Edinburgh/Scotland, or simply relaxing. Discount for weekly stays. Car essential . EPC rating C. Licence no ML00044F
The heart of the bothy features an open plan dining area with lovely oak floors and log burning stove, and separate open plan kitchen, well equipped with electric cooker, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge freezer, plus washing machine and tumble dryer.
Also on the ground floor is a 5' king bedroom (ziplock beds) and shower room with walk in shower.
A steep flight of stairs leads up to two further bedrooms with low sloping ceilings. There is one 6' superking bed (ziplock) and a small twin (two 3' singles beds), plus a bathroom with bath and separate shower enclosure. The beds are built into the eaves.
Outside there is an entirely private fenced courtyard with picnic table and comfortable seats, plus off road parking for up to two cars.
The bothy is connected to the main farmhouse, where your hosts live, by internal doors which are kept locked from both sides at all times.
The bothy is in a residential steading of four homes, and we are grateful to our guests for maintaining the peaceful atmosphere. Quiet time between 9pm and 8am.
Check in before 9pm only to avoid disturbing neighbours.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Electric cars must not be charged using the bothy power supply
Please leave the bothy clean and tidy, with all rubbish and recycling disposed of in the bins provided.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number ML00044F
Property # 10821188
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
Note from host: Parties or gatherings strictly forbidden
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Penicuik
Located in Penicuik, this cottage is in a rural area. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Midlothian Snowsports Centre - 11 min drive - 12.7 km
Hillend Country Park - 12 min drive - 13.1 km
Rosslyn Chapel - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
Getting around
Wester Hailes Station - 14 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Riccarton Arms - 17 min drive
Flotterstone Inn - 6 min drive
Nat'a Napoli - 21 min drive
The Balerno Inn - 21 min drive
The Corner Cafe - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Stylish countryside cottage outside Edinburgh pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Stylish countryside cottage outside Edinburgh?
As of 22 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stylish countryside cottage outside Edinburgh on 16 November 2026 start from NZ$1,284, 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 Stylish countryside cottage outside Edinburgh?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Stylish countryside cottage outside Edinburgh located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Rosslyn Chapel, Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. Princes Street and Hillend Country Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by Kate Thomson
Your hosts are Kate and John, and we live here because we love the outdoors. The Bothy and adjacent Farmhouse, where we live, were derelict when we moved in 30 years ago, and they have been lovingly restored over the years. We love this area, its quiet beauty yet easy access to city comforts, and enjoy sharing it with our visitors.
Why they chose this property
Walstone is in a quiet corner of the stunning Pentland Hills, With hiking, trail running and mountain biking nearby, you are also in easy reach of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Edinburgh, the stunning beaches of East Lothian, and historic Border towns. Local access points to the Pentland Hills start less than a mile away, with convenient parking at Ninemileburn, Carlops, Silverburn and Flotterstone.
What makes this property unique
Expect a friendly welcome from knowledgeable hosts who are dedicated to providing quality accommodation, whether you are here to work, on holiday or catching up with friends and family