Edinburgh & The Lothians

Discover the iconic city which could be straight out of a book. With its cobbled streets, magnificent historic sites, array of attractions, and mountain peaks, it could only be Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh. Get right in the heart of the action with our fantastic choice of cottages in Edinburgh!

Why cottages in Edinburgh?

There are so many things to see and do during a self-catering stay in Edinburgh, and luckily for you it’s all right on your doorstep! Venture into the city centre to visit the awe-inspiring Edinburgh Castle, where inside you will find the National War Museum of Scotland and the Crown Jewels.

Those looking for the best views in Edinburgh should look no further than Arthur’s Seat. Hike up this imposing peak which offers stunning views out over the city and beyond to Firth of Forth. It will take your breath away!

If you’re travelling with the kids, Edinburgh has a fantastic choice of family-friendly attractions. You can spend a day exploring the delights of The National Museum of Scotland, wandering through the Royal Botanic Gardens, or spend a day at Edinburgh Zoo. Whilst foodies are well-catered for with a variety of pubs, cafes, and restaurants. Twenty-seven of which are Michelin Star.

A further bonus of securing a holiday let in Edinburgh is that the city even has its own beach! Yes, you read that right, Portobello Beach offers the perfect spot for swimming, sunbathing, and dining alfresco with a sea view.

Places to visit from holiday cottages in Edinburgh

From your holiday home in Edinburgh, you are ideally located for discovering the rest of Scotland and beyond!

If you fancy getting out amongst nature, then head to the National Parks of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs or Cairngorms. Both of which offer unspoilt landscapes with mountains to climb, wildlife rich trails to follow, and beautiful lochs. On the outskirts of the Cairngorms, you can visit and take to the waters of the most famous loch of them all, Loch Ness, where you can search the waters for the mythical monster.

Along Scotland’s breath-taking coastline, you will find the popular towns and cities of St Andrews, Perth, Dundee, Aberdeen, and Inverness. The latter of which is along the Moray Firth, renowned for its resident dolphins which can be spotted from the shores!

For further inspiration of places to visit during your self-catering stay in Edinburgh, we recommend the Scottish Borders, The Highlands, Dumfries and Galloway, and Orkney and Shetland.

Types of cottages in Edinburgh

Here at LHH Scotland, we have a range of holiday homes in Scotland to suit all tastes! If you’re whisking the whole family away, check out our large holiday cottages, whilst your pooch doesn’t have to miss out with our collection of pet-friendly cottages. If you’d like your self-catering stay in Edinburgh to have something a little special, why not browse our cottages with a real fire or cottages with a hot tub? Or if you’d like to secure a prime position, choose from our superb selection of cottages by the sea.

Book online or call one of our travel experts to secure your dream getaway to Edinburgh today!