Cosy cottage located 25 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre

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1 bedroomSleeps 4

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Parking available
Washer
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Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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Lasswade, Scotland

Rosslyn Chapel
‪6 min drive‬
Dalhousie Castle
‪7 min drive‬
Edinburgh Castle
‪16 min drive‬
Edinburgh (EDI)
‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Cosy cottage located in the rural setting of Lasswade within 25 minute drive to Edinburgh City Centre. Sleeps up to 4. One double bedroom and a futon style sofa bed that can sleep an additional 2 guests in the sitting room. When linen is required for any guests for the sofa bed this will be charged as an extra. (Please note this is charged on booking). Comfortable sitting room with sofa bed, double bedroom, shower room, kitchen, dining area and private patio herb garden.

Property manager

Victor & Carina Contini

Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

No cot available

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 and a deadlock

Property Registration Number ML00097P

About the area

Lasswade

Located in Polton, a neighbourhood in Lasswade, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Travelling with kids? Make time for Edinburgh Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.

Lasswade, Scotland

What's nearby

Rosslyn Chapel - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
Dalhousie Castle - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
University of Edinburgh - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
Royal Mile - 16 min drive - 11.1 km
Edinburgh Castle - 16 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

Newtongrange Station - 7 min drive
Princes Street Tram Stop - 16 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Stotties - ‬2 min drive
‪Gigi's Italian Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Masons Arms - ‬2 min drive
‪The Paper Mill - ‬4 min drive
‪Nando's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy cottage located 25 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosy cottage located 25 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy cottage located 25 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cosy cottage located 25 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre located?

This family-friendly Lasswade cottage is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Rosslyn Chapel, Dalhousie Castle and Dalkeith Country Park. Royal Commonwealth Pool and University of Edinburgh are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Justine M.

Jun 14, 2024

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

Wonderful Cottage outside of Edinburgh

My friends (3) and I were wonderfully surprised by this stay. Hosts were beyond helpful, and fast to respond. Beautiful property and cozy atmosphere. The cottage is well organized and EXTREMELY clean. One of the best places I have stayed in. It is easy to get into Edinburgh but does take 45 minutes by one bus. Overall a wonderful experience and a great place to stay if you are making a trip to Edinburgh and area. Definitely would stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy & Susie F.

Aug 10, 2023

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

Kitchen Garden Cottage

Our stay was wonderful. The cottage was quaint and comfortable, beautifully situated, far enough away for peace and quiet yet close enough to enjoy the Fringe Festival and all that Edinburgh has to offer. We also enjoyed nice hiking locally through historic Lasswade. The hosts own top notch restaurants in Edinburgh which ought to be enjoyed while there. We found public transit to be quite good, though coming home late at night required a little extra effort. Next time we’re in Edinburgh, we’ll definitely check on the availability of Victor and Carina’s cottage.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Anna B.

Mar 2, 2025

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

Only one bed,!

The cottage is very nice. It is on two levels, the kitchen/dining is down quite a steep staircase that I found difficult to negotiate. I'm nearly 70 and my daughter fast approaching 50, so not spring chickens! If you want to use the sofa as a bed there is a 35 pound charge for linen that isn't made clear when booking. We both slept in the one bed which was fine. Extra charges should be mAde clear on booking and the fact it only has one bedroom was disappointing. Otherwise nice place if somewhat difficult to get to.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Oct 24, 2024

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Great communication!

Wonderful space and great communication from the host!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Oct 24, 2024

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Great location and host!

Cozy, well decorated, very clean and convenient.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

zach s.

Oct 7, 2024

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

Great Stay

Kind hosts and cozy cottage just outside of Edinburgh. The bus in to town wasn't too hard to navigate.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo C.

Oct 2, 2024

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Great property

Amazing stay, great property, , clean, everything exactly as described. Host is very friendly and kind. Not too far from city centre if you have a car. Fantastic place

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

Sep 21, 2024

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

The cottage is nice and clean and the owner is very friendly.

The cottage was built by stone and has 145 years history, and the inside of the rooms are simple, quiet, clean and elegant.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Sep 14, 2024

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

Cute cozy cottage

My stay at the cosy cottage was very enjoyable. Victor and Carina were very hospitable and provided anything I needed. The cottage itself is a great size and has everything you would need for a short stay.

Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G.

Sep 6, 2024

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

Chouette maison

Tres tres bien, beaucoup d'indépendance, les hotes sont tres discrets, il y a tout ce qu'il faut. Petite intention à notre arrivée, c’était parfait Situé vraiment pas loin d"Édimbourg. Parfait pour nous.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn C.

Aug 30, 2024

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First time to Scotland!

The owners of this cottage were the sweetest! And they made sure that we were taken care of! Also shared with us the best restaurants to visit! We cant wait to come back!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Steven K.

Aug 20, 2024

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Review

Overall ok but bed in lounge needs to change , not suitable for adults who wish to use it for than one night , or if you have mobility problems it to low , it tipped over when you get out of it. Otherwise they stay was enjoyable.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nevien G.

Jul 23, 2024

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Lovely stay

We had a lovely time in the cottage. Even though there was a problem one night with the alarm, the owners quickly and adequately solved it. The communication was clear and friendly. We very much recommend this cottage.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maud C.

Jul 21, 2024

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

Séjour pour l'Ealf

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans cet agréable cottage au sud d'Edimbourg et à l'ouest de Dunbar où nous participions à l'Ealf. La décoration est soignée, les propriétaires ont été très réactifs à nos demandes. Nous recommandons chaudement cette location, idéale pour 2 personnes.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robin M.

Jun 25, 2024

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Nice stay

Nice cottage in a quiet neighborhood a short drive from Edinburgh. The cottage is next to the owner’s house. There were two deliveries that came to ours instead of the main house and some workers at the main house. Because the bedroom looks out onto the driveway and main house it was not as secluded as I thought. But it was mostly quiet and there is a small private garden in the back. There was easy access to Rosslyn Chapel and other hikes and a nearby pub. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Jun 20, 2024

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Amazing stay

The garden cottage was an absolute stunning property in a perfect location for everything we needed. The hosts were super accommodating and very friendly.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Jun 15, 2024

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Lovely, quiet place!

We stayed here not wanting to stay in Edinburgh proper. We couldn’t have been happier… my husband was ready to move in! We’ll hopefully be back in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

reny c.

Jun 5, 2024

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Delightful!

We had a wonderful time! We came for our honeymoon and Victor and Carina made us feel so welcome! The area is so quiet and beautiful, with many places for lovely walks nearby. The cottage is perfect for two people, and the back garden is so nice for meals.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aoife M.

May 31, 2024

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

Wonderful stay for Edi Marathon

Four of us stayed at Carina and Victor’s cottage over the bank holiday weekend. We were taking part in the Edinburgh marathon festival. They were so accommodating and welcoming upon our arrival, Victor showed us around and was incredibly friendly. The cottage is beautifully designed and furnished - the photos don’t do it justice! There’s a lovely private patio which would be wonderful during summer, unfortunately we had a lot of rain. They had milk in the fridge for us and also some tunnocks teacakes which was lovely. The bedroom was comfortable and spacious for two and then the sofa becomes a flatbed in the living area - it is on the smaller side but still fine for two adults. There is a direct bus a ten min walk away into the city and Ubers for early morning departures for the races were also reliable. We would definitely recommend their cottage as a place to stay particularly if you want to explore the outskirts of the city and be in some nature! Many thanks to Carina & Victor!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

May 13, 2024

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good

it was very nice and clen

Stayed 26 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

Apr 2, 2024

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Easter holiday in Edinburgh area

While traveling with our 15 year old son we stayed the weekend in this lovely cottage on the property of Victor an Carina just south of Edinburgh. The hosts are showed wonderful hospitality and the cottage is comfortably set up to sleep three (or four). Great attention to details of all we needed for a comfortable stay including notes for outings in the area and for getting to Edinburgh by bus or train. We definitely want to return to this beautiful cottage with wonderful hosts.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K., Gilgil, Kenya

Dec 31, 2023

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

Perfect cosy cottage

We stayed 4 nights while visiting our son over Christmas. It was the perfect location. Cosy, comfortable, clean and just what we needed. The hosts were welcoming, friendly and unobtrusive.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Therese W.

Oct 10, 2023

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

Wonderful

This is a gem of a cottage. The bed was comfortable and dark at night. Living room comfy and the kitchen has everything you could need to cook for yourself. Victor was a friendly, helpful host and just at the end of the phone. Check in was so easy and parking on site was so safe.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilknur D.

Aug 31, 2023

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Zeer goed uitgerust buitenverblijf

Ons verblijf was zeer goed. Huisje is in een rustige omgeving, zeer volledig ingericht en hele gastvrije huiseigenaren. Wij hadden een huurauto en binnen 35 minuten waren we in Edinburgh.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

holger m.

Aug 29, 2023

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

Liebevolles Gartenhaus

Sehr schönes Häuschen, liebevoll und mit Stil eingerichtet. Gute Ausgangslage für Ausflüge nach Edinburgh (Zug). Hilfsbereite und nette Gastgeber.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Victor & Carina Contini

Our family business is hospitality. We grow produce in our Kitchen Garden that we deliver to our restaurant on a daily basis. The cottage is on the edge of the garden and has its own small herb garden in the private courtyard at the back of the property.

Why they chose this property

The local area is very beautiful. Although we are only 5 miles out of the city centre we are surrounded by the countryside. There are lots of beautiful walks and the famous Roslin Chapel is only a few miles away

What makes this property unique

The cottage was built in the 1870’s but has been refurbished significantly internally. It still holds the charm of a period property but has all the modern essentials you would need.

Languages:

English, Italian

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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