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Fantastic traditional yet up-to-date spacious cottage very close to Edinburgh

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Exterior detail
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Oven, dishwasher
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Pathhead, Midlothian, Scotland
  • Place, Vogrie Country Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the area

Pathhead

At this cottage, you'll be 18.3 km (11.4 mi) from Royal Mile and 19 km (11.8 mi) from Edinburgh Castle. .Accommodation features a washing machine, 3 bathrooms and a hairdryer.
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What's nearby

  • Vogrie Country Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 28 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Royal Mile - 30 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Princes Street - 31 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 31 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Gorebridge Station - 8 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restoration Yard - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bombay lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restoration Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Coronation Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dean Tavern - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fantastic traditional yet up-to-date spacious cottage very close to Edinburgh

The Garden House is a delightful quirky and traditional one story picture book cottage that has been beautifully refurbished in character to a very high standard. The cottage has its own garden space within the stunning grounds of Oxenfoord Castle and Parks with all its wildlife for plain view. Deer wander round the gardens. Hares and all kinds of birds. Only 12 miles from Edinburgh but in the heart of the countryside it is easily accessible by road, with airport and rail conveniently close. From the outside you may think you are coming to a tiny country cottage as at first view you will only see a door in a brick wall but this is deceptive as once inside the space just opens up seems to go on and on. The front of the cottage had a tradition central door with side windows and roses climing round. Every room is spacious. Three bedrooms and three bathroom/shower rooms - two en-suite. The Kitchen is huge with masses of family space and a large kitchen table. There is a walk through snug television room. A large and spacious sitting room. Pretty passages. It has all the feel and atmosphere of cosy cottage with hotel comfort with the !00% Egyptiion cotton bedlinen on seriously comfy beds. It caters for all needs with up to the mark cloud Wifi; modern well equipped kitchen; 24hr heat and hot water from a biomass seating system. And even a log fire for the winter months. Close to the cultural centre of Edinburgh, it is perfect for the Edinburgh festival and also to hills for those who like walking and also beaches only 15mins away and beyond following the beautiful Scottish coastline of East Lothian. This is a perfect getaway cottage for a family or friends getting together.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number ML00075F

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Fantastic traditional yet up-to-date spacious cottage very close to Edinburgh?

The closest beach to Fantastic traditional yet up-to-date spacious cottage very close to Edinburgh is Portobello Beach (11.7 km).

Does Fantastic traditional yet up-to-date spacious cottage very close to Edinburgh have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Fantastic traditional yet up-to-date spacious cottage very close to Edinburgh?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fantastic traditional yet up-to-date spacious cottage very close to Edinburgh?

No, Fantastic traditional yet up-to-date spacious cottage very close to Edinburgh does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fantastic traditional yet up-to-date spacious cottage very close to Edinburgh?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Fantastic traditional yet up-to-date spacious cottage very close to Edinburgh?

No, pets are not allowed.

Fantastic Traditional yet Up-to-date Spacious Cottage Very Close to Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pretty setting and very roomy. It lived up to our expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

phil m.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is amazing!!! We couldn’t have enjoyed our stay more! The grounds are gorgeous to walk around.. peaceful and serene with the occasional deer and hare sightings. Harriet was a treasure beyond words and helped us with much needed ideas for navigating Edinburgh. If you want to truly have an experience, you need to stay here and enjoy this beautiful cottage.. you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Both the Garden House and Harriett herself were wonderful!!!Perfect place for those needing a close to the Edinburgh City Centre Plenty of space for all and grounds that are beautiful Would definitely stay there again CHEERS!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraint L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay. Property was immaculately laid out. The outdoor space was fantastic with the grounds of the castle to explore, the wildlife (frequent visits of deer in the back garden) and even space for a game of cricket. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Amazing quiet property and very clean…quick drive to the train station that will get you to Edinburgh.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan T., Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cottage

Just what we needed after a week in crowded London. Beautiful property. Everything as promised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay at Pathhead

Fantastic property and all was wonderful. Host is great and everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Christmas stay

We had a fabulous family stay over Christmas and New Year. Plenty of space to spread out for the whole family. Comfortable beds, clean and warm house with everything you need in a beautiful setting. Lots of wildlife in the grounds. Easy access to Edinburgh and the surrounding area. We’d happily return!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adria S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Interesting and Unique Place to Stay

We loved our time here. The attention to detail, from the dishes, the sheets, and the thick towels was great. We had fires every night and enjoyed running/walking the grounds (saw quail, sheep, and cows). We did have a bit of trouble finding the house once we turned into the estate in the dark. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Country Cottage

The Garden Cottage is such a fantastic spot. My family was traveling to Scotland for a wedding and needed a nearby accommodation with minimal stairs for the 92 yr old grandmother. The Garden Cottage seemed to be a good choice until we walked in the door and WOW, it exceeded all expectations. Not only were there few stairs and 3 bedrooms, the cottage included a lovely kitchen with a large table, a sitting room, a tv room and a fantastic garden with opportunities to spot a big rabbit or two. The hosts were on hand to greet us and to provide assistance if we had any questions. The Garden Cottage is located on the on the grounds of Oxenfoord Castle (lovely for strolling), about 10-15 minutes to Dalkeith and other small towns, and 20-30 min of the Edinburgh area when traveling by car. We had such a wonderful stay and would like to thank the hosts for all their kindness and hospitality. Well Recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M., Lyndonville

Liked: Cleanliness

Over the Top

The property was all we could hope for and more! Harriet and her team set us up for a perfect stay. The grounds and facility were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful family sized home close to Edinburgh.

The property is amazing. Home is both charmingly historic while having all the modern needs available. The host was wonderful. They left us a sweet gift when we arrived and made the entire process extremely easy. I would recommend this for any family looking to stay in the Edinburgh area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquility in the Borders

This home was truly beautiful. The setting was a garden oasis with abundant wildlife in your backyard. The inside was nicely appointed - a very large fully equipped kitchen, a den for TV viewing, a formal sitting room and 3 large bedrooms. You won’t go wrong renting this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Clean

Great property. The number of rooms went on and on. Fantastic place. It was our favorite. Super clean. Everyone was comfortable. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding Place, Better than the Photos!

This was a wonderful stay. Wonderful, large cottage. Beds and furnishings very high quality. Kitchen a dream. Our four kids loved with the huge property in the back. Very charming. We’d stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oxenfoord castle cottage

It was a wonderful vacation rental. Clean, updated, excellent hosts. I strongly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Loved the property. We enjoyed the seclusion and loved walking about the property. Harriet was very attentive. Absolutely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golfing father's and son's

Nothing but glowing remarks for our stay in the Garden House at Oxenfoord Castle! Beautifully appointed. Very clean. Every supply you could ever need to prepare meals. Fantastic mud room with a great space to wash and fold laundry. Easy access to some of the best coastal golf in East Lothian/Mussleburgh area. 20 minute drive to downtown Edinburgh. Beautiful grounds with deer, pheasant, rabbits. Plentiful parking outside the unit. And above all....VERY accommodating owners. Without diving too deep into the details, we had a miscommunication on our part regarding check-in, but Harriet solved our dilemma immediately and with grace. This was our first trip to Scotland and we plan top return! Many thanks for hosting us and our boys as they competed in the European Championship. Your home made our trip so memorable. We look forward to staying with you in the future! Jim, Palmer, Sam and Trip
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a last minute change of plans and I needed to find suitable accommodation for my family of 4. I came across the 'Garden House' in my initial search and compared 5 other similar solutions. None measured up and that was only based on the images. The pictures undersold the property, utterly. The Garden House became a serendipitous highlight of our trip to Edinburgh. The location, setting, layout, preparation, standards, provisions were are excellent. The setting within Oxenford Castle grounds are beautiful and enchanting. We managed a nice walk around during a break in the weather as well as a "werewolf" hunt (my 5 year old sons words) one night, to be honest my imagination did get a little carried away a few times! The hosts Harriet and Michael we're warm and welcoming and if we would have had anything out of place or needed anything I'm sure both would have done their utmost to assist, but we had no issues at all. I can't recommend the Garden House or Harriet and Michael enough. We were sad to leave but happy to have stayed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anoukh v., Borne

Liked: Cleanliness
Dit vakantiehuis is werkelijk prachtig! Van alle gemakken voorzien, heerlijke bedden en super rustig gelegen maar toch dichtbij alles. Aanrader!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Garden House

Wunderschönes Garden House in sehr ruhiger Lage! Sehr großes Haus mit riesigem Garten. Top 👍👍👍
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house

Simply fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024