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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Aerial view
Beach
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Penicuik, Scotland
  • Pentland Hills Regional Park
    7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Zoo
    21 min drive
  • Edinburgh Castle
    22 min drive
  • Edinburgh (EDI)
    26 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

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 picnic table and comfortable seating. 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.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • 7 minutes by car from Pentland Hills Regional Park and 10 minutes from Rosslyn Chapel

Property manager

Kate Thomson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • 3 steps to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

Policies

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: No stair gates. TV not wall mounted. Corded blind

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Parties or gatherings strictly forbidden
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number ML00044F

Property is also known as

House
Countryside Cottage
Countryside With Log Stove
Countryside Cottage With Log Stove Cottage
Countryside Cottage With Log Stove Penicuik
Countryside Cottage With Log Stove Cottage Penicuik

Stylish countryside cottage outside Edinburgh Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

edward l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and perfect for a group.
Group of 4 adult friends. Place was perfect, with plenty of space and everything we needed. Good location as had a car and able to drive easily to places we wanted to go to.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
Very impressed with the property, everything you needed was there. Log burner made it very cosy of a night time
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
I have no words to describe my stay. I felt like i was at home and that i never wanted to leave. John and Kate were amazing and we will be vackand everything was per
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Countryside Retreat
Excellent cottage, quiet location and fantastic hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond L., VANCOUVER, BC

Liked: Cleanliness
Top notch stay at the "Bothy"
We had an outstanding 10-day stay at Walstone Bothy. There were 4 of us older gents on a golf holiday (with tickets to the Open Championship!) and this was a perfect rental - great location, excellent space, and congenial hosts. The photos and description are all accurate - the bothy has been renovated and is in tip-top condition, spotlessly clean, comfortable beds, and all the amenities you need are available. Lots of room for the 4 of us. The location is great - in a rural area and very quiet, but close to the highways and airport, and only 30 minutes from Edinburgh and 1.5 hours from Glasgow (where the Open Championship was played). The local village, Penicuik has lots of restos and pubs (we enjoyed having a beer or two with the locals at Narvaar House) minutes away. Our hosts, John and Kate, were easily reachable and helpful with advice, and immediately fixed a showerhead that fell off. I've booked lots of VRBOs in Canada and the U.S., and this was one of the very best. Highly recommended for a great value stay near Edinburgh.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem close to Edinburgh
This property is a real gem and certainly was a highlight on our tour of the UK. We wanted somewhere that was just out of Edinburgh giving us that country feel living and close enough for public transport into the city centre. This was absolutely perfect. A short 14 min drive from the Bothy to the free park at Straiton Park and Ride was all it took to hop on a number of bus options that were economical and stress free. The Bothy itself was so cosy, quaint and well appointed. Kate and John were so helpful and catered for our every need. The Bothy was equipped with wifi and very comfortable beds which made for great night sleeps. I highly recommend this location as we returned each day from a very busy Edinburgh to the peace and tranquility of the country style Bothy. We will certainly stay here again. 5 stars.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic short stay at the Bothy
We are a family of 5 and we stayed at the Bothy for 4 nights during half term. It is an ideal location for day trips in and around Edinburgh and it is very close to the local village of Penicuik which was handy for supermarkets, takeaways etc. The Bothy is very spacious and had everything we needed for our stay. It was just as described and more! Kate and John were extremely helpful in their communication before our stay and were on hand if we needed it while we were there. The tray of goodies was very welcome after our long drive from the south of England.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spacious retreat in a quiet location
The weather wasn’t in our favor but it didn’t matter as the cottage was the perfect place to spend a rainy day. The home was far more spacious than the photos conveyed. We had plenty of room for our group of five. With a well fitted out kitchen, a nice supply of board games, and a cozy fire in the wood stove, everyone enjoyed themselves. Hopefully, we will be able to take advantage of the lovely enclosed private garden on a future visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Our stay here was perfect. It’s convenient, clean, and extremely cozy. The hosts were great and responsive. Only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spacious property in a beautiful location
Loved this property, clean and spacious, easy parking, lovely location and helpful, friendly hosts, would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Romie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an amazing stay!
We had a lovely weekend at this little cottage, we couldn’t have asked for more! The hosts were lovely and attentive, providing us with lots of information on the check in, how to get there, and in the accommodation too. We had a lovely welcome basket when we arrived which was lovely touch, The accommodation itself was absolutely beautiful. We were surrounded by the countryside yet not too far from Edinburgh centre. The facility that the accommodation were outstanding everything was done to a high-quality, and there was everything you needed to have a pleasant stay. the fire was just out of this world. Me and my family would definitely stay here again. We were so sad to come home and having to leave this beautiful cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for a relaxing stay to visit Edinburgh
Thank you Kate and John for providing a wonderful place to stay as our family enjoyed several days touring Edinburgh and the surrounding areas. We couldn't have asked for a more cozy and warm home to return to and highly recommend it for folks looking for a more relaxing environment away from the crowds of downtown. The Bothy left us with some very happy memories to be sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at the Bothy
We stayed in the Bothy for 5 nights it is located in beautiful surroundings and well located for trips into Edinburgh etc. We were a family of 4 and we had plenty of room. Great facilities, plenty of everything you need and a lovely welcome basket greeted us on arrival. Kate and John were on hand if needed. Highly recommend and I’m sure we’ll be back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walstone Bothy
Perfect, beautiful house and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B., West Berks

Liked: Cleanliness
Walstone Bothy - Rural, City Access and Beaches not far!
Walstone Bothy is my idea of perfect holiday accommodation. Well equipped, comfortable, neat and tidy and offers 2 bathrooms! I loved the basket of Scottish treats and milk/butter in the fridge along with kitchen necessities like washing up liquid and dish washer tabs etc which meant i didn't have to worry about those small details. The Bothy also had its own vac which i like because we could easily keep on top of keeping the accommodation tidy. As for the location we had dogs and whilst the Bothy is surrounded by fields it was better to put the dogs into the car and drive out for a walk. I would definitely recommend Penicuik House - a fabulous estate where you can walk miles and just 5 mins down the road by car. Another big plus was the Park & Ride which was about 20 mins down the road which offered an easier way to access the city of Edinburgh. The Park & Ride was also opposite a retail park with M&S Simply Food making dinner decisions easy. Kate and John were responsive to any request we made and on hand when we had an issue with the hot water which got solved within a few hours! Perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hubertus R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein wunderschönes Bothy
Ein schönes Haus inmitten einer traumhaften schottischen Landschaft. Sehr nette Gastgeber, denen wir gerne sagen, dass wir bestimmt wieder kommen werden.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage in the Midlothians
Well equipped and comfortable, as you would do it for your own. Very friendly hosts! The Bothy is to recommend!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022