Holiday rentals in Tarbrax

Rural, Self Contained Annex, Hot-Tub with Views

A Guest Favourite • Superhost stay If life feels a bit too loud lately, this is your place to step away. Tucked into the countryside at the start of the Pentland Way, this self-contained stay gives you your own space to switch off, with a hot tub overlooking open fields, wildlife all around, and walks straight from the door. Peaceful and rural, yet within easy reach of Edinburgh and Glasgow if you want it. Perfect for busy minds, quiet escapes, long walks or simply doing nothing for a while.

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

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.

Lovely cottage with stunning views nr Edinburgh

Escape to the country and wake up to stunning rural views! Located down a lochside track, surrounded by wildlife and views, Gairnshiel Cottage offers peace and tranquility 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 and games.

Fringe Festival Luxury Cottage near Edinburgh

Escape to The Doocot — a luxury countryside cottage set within a Linnhouse, a private West Lothian estate, just 20 minutes by train to Edinburgh City Centre and 20 minutes by car to Edinburgh Airport. Surrounded by gardens, ponds, and open countryside, this spacious and pet-friendly retreat offers the perfect blend of peace, privacy, and convenience. Whether you’re planning a family getaway or a relaxing break with friends, The Doocot combines Scottish rural charm with effortless city access.

Shiel House, Rumbling Bridge

Set in 3 acres of gardens and with beautiful views of the valley, Shiel House is the perfect retreat. This bespoke house was built by our family to provide an escape from the city and it has been furnished to provide a comfortable home from home. It would suit solo adventurers, couples, families (including with kids), and groups. Centrally located, and only an hour's drive from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Perth and St Andrews, it is the ideal base for golfers, walkers and visitors to Scotland.

Distillers Cottage - cosy farm stay, hot tub & bbq

Escape to Distillers Cottage, a cosy 3-bedroom retreat (king, double & bunks) sleeping 6 in the peaceful South Lanarkshire countryside. Relax in the open-plan living area with wood-burning stove, cook in the fully equipped kitchen, and unwind in the private garden. Meet friendly alpacas, donkeys & cats on the farm, or visit The Wee Farm Distillery and Farm Shop in the courtyard for award-winning gin tastings and homegrown beef. Your perfect Scottish countryside getaway awaits!

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.

Cairns House, Cairns Farm, Kirknewton

Only 30 minutes outside Edinburgh, nestled in the Pentland Hills, on the shore of Harperrig Reservoir, is our peaceful, luxurious and spacious 5 bedroomed 19th century country house for ten guests. Perfect for a relaxing break, hill walking or open water swimming enthusiasts with easy access to central Scotland's many attractions. Overlooking the lands of Cairns Farm, and the ruins of Cairns Castle, a perfect location for a tranquil getaway our country escape welcomes you.

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.

West Calder - Edinburgh/Glasgow Railway Access

Beautifully renovated two-bedroom bungalow in West Calder, just 5 minutes from Livingston Designer Outlet and a 2-minute walk to West Calder Railway Station with direct links to Edinburgh and Glasgow. Featuring two king-size bedrooms, a spacious lounge with a 65" Smart TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen and private driveway. Finished to an exceptional standard, offering a stylish, comfortable home-from-home for business or leisure stays.