Holiday rentals in Lamancha

Craigiehall Temple (historic property built 1759)

Make your 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, its 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

WashHouse - Scandi design cabin nr Edinburgh for 2

For lovers of scandi-design and the great outdoors! This award-winning barn is a unique country escape for 1 or 2 people. Handcrafted interiors complement the historic stone farm building. A huge window frames the heather hills and woodlands of the Pentland Hills Regional Park close to Edinburgh. Edinburgh is ~30 mins drive or hike from the doorstep into the Scottish wilderness. Picnic on a hill top, then return to sooth your legs in the wood-fired sauna yurt (available to book as an extra).

Historic Estate 2-Bedroom 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.

Eskfield, spa cottage with private walled garden

Eskfield is food for the soul, a fabulous, ancient property immersed in nature to provide a wellness experience like no other. Stay here in one of the most important features of the Penicuik Designed Landscape, a Palladian house built in 1714, harboured within a one and a half hectare walled garden. With a burn running through a beautiful wildflower meadow, this is a nature sanctuary that you will not want to leave. Nestled in the outhouses is a sauna leading to a handmade cedar hot tub.

Ancient Castle above the River Tweed

Mary Queen of Scot's chamber at Neidpath Castle is perhaps the most romantic place to stay in the Scottish Borders. Explore privately the whole castle and then retire to enjoy your suite rooms. The antique four poster bed, deep roll top bath and open fire evoke earlier times, but are truly comfortable and luxurious. An elegant table is set for breakfast. Peebles is 10 minutes walk away, with a host of shops and restaurants, as well as a museum and award winning chocolatier.

Hareshaw Cottage, Baddinsgill

Nestled in the heart of the Pentland Hills, this traditional stone shepherd's cottage on a working hill farm looks out over scenic Baddinsgill Reservoir. Fully renovated to a high standard in 2022, the cottage is the perfect base for those who wish to get off the beaten track. Explore the surrounding hills and woodlands by day, then curl up by the cosy woodburner in the evening. Edinburgh is just 40 minutes by car, but feels a world away in this peaceful rural retreat.

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.

Pentland Hills cottage hideaway

A cute wee historic cottage in the Pentland Hills with magnificent views. This home is one of the few properties inside the Pentland Hills regional park. 30 minutes outside of Edinburgh. Harperrig Reservoir is at your door where you can swim and paddle. Endless walks in the Pentlands. Surrounded by farmland. Sit in the hot tub of an evening and watch the colours change in the hills as the sun sets. And wake in the morning to Nespresso coffee.

Eco loft overlooking garden and stream

The self-contained loft of this artist and architect-designed house is located within one of the biggest habitat restoration projects in Europe and is a five minute walk from a regular bus service to Edinburgh and across the Borders. Our place is very quiet and free from light pollution. The bookshelves are well stocked and include local guidebooks and maps. Our guest reading room overlooking the vegetable garden contains even more books.

Unique and secluded loch side cabin

Come and relax in this ecologically built bespoke cabin in the Scottish Borders . Comfortable for 4 people and dog , make yourselves at home in this 2 bedroomed cabin set on the edge of a private loch . Spend your day walking , cycling , or visiting local towns , and your evenings in the peaceful hamlet of Macbiehill where you can enjoy the quiet and tranquil surroundings, and maybe even soak in the outside bath and star gaze.

Venlaw Castle, 2 Bedroom Apartment

Newly renovated Venlaw Castle is nestled in the hilltops above Peebles. It is a 2 bedroom, 1 ensuite, 1 bathroom apartment with open plan kitchen and living area, it also benefits from 2 allocated parking spaces. It sit's on 1 acre of undisturbed land with many paths which can lead you away into the country side for many hours. Even with its rural setting you are only a quick 15 minute walk into the town centre.

Hillside Shepherds Hut - Tinto (top hut)

Hillside huts offer a charming and rustic escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Each hut is thoughtfully designed with a blend of cosy interiors and stylish touches. Step outside to your own private hot tub, fire pit, seating and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. If this hut is booked check out our other hut (Dunsyre) suitable for 4 and a discounted rate if booked for just 2.