Edinburgh & East Lothian Holiday Cottages

City stays in Edinburgh and coastal cottages near North Berwick

Hand-picked holiday homes in Edinburgh and cottages on the East Lothian coast, from a houseboat on the canal and a Georgian New Town apartment to a family townhouse and cottages near North Berwick's beaches. Every place to stay is chosen by us, and you book direct with the owner, with no booking fees.

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From £145 a night

Ward End Cottage at Newtonmill House

Montrose, Aberdeenshire & Royal Deeside

A restored cottage for two on the 25-acre Newtonmill Estate in Angus, between the east coast beaches and the Cairngorms National Park.

  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Guests
From £350 a night

The Four Sisters Boatel

Edinburgh, Edinburgh & Lothians

A four-star wide-beam houseboat permanently moored on the canal in central Edinburgh, a few minutes' walk from the castle and the Grassmarket.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 6 Guests
From £315 a night

No 1 Bellevue Terrace, Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Edinburgh & Lothians

A Georgian apartment in Edinburgh's New Town, a short walk from the city centre, with original flagstones, antique mirrors and cast-iron bedsteads.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 4 Guests
From £220 a night

Newbyth Garden Cottage

North Berwick, Edinburgh & Lothians

A traditional gardener's cottage in the East Lothian countryside with a sunny garden among the trees, close to the John Muir Way.

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 5 Guests
From £950 a night

94DR Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Edinburgh & Lothians

A three-storey Victorian townhouse a short walk from Edinburgh's Southside, with three living rooms including a media room and a library.

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 12 Guests
From £120 a night

Farm Cottage at Newtonmill House

Montrose, Aberdeenshire & Royal Deeside

A restored cottage for two on the 25-acre Newtonmill Estate in the Angus countryside, between the east coast beaches and the Cairngorms National Park.

  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 2 Guests
From £205 a night

Seapink Cottage

North Berwick, Edinburgh & Lothians

A four-bedroom house on the Seacliff estate near North Berwick, five minutes' walk from Seacliff Beach and Britain's smallest working harbour.

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 8 Guests

Holiday homes in Edinburgh and East Lothian

Edinburgh combines a medieval Old Town, a Georgian New Town and a castle on a volcanic rock, with festivals all summer. Half an hour east, East Lothian has sandy beaches, famous golf courses and seaside towns like North Berwick, with the Bass Rock just offshore.

Where to stay

In the city, choose between a Georgian apartment in the New Town, a houseboat moored on the canal a few minutes' walk from the castle, or a Victorian townhouse near the Southside with room for the whole family. On the coast, cottages near North Berwick are close to Seacliff Beach, the John Muir Way and the golf courses at North Berwick and Gullane.

Getting there

Edinburgh Airport has flights from across the UK and Europe, and Edinburgh Waverley is on the main line from London. Trains run from Edinburgh to North Berwick in around half an hour.

Questions and answers

Are there family-friendly holiday homes in Edinburgh?

94DR is a three-storey Victorian townhouse near Edinburgh's Southside, with six bedrooms for up to 12 guests and three living rooms, including a media room and a library. If you need a cot or highchair, check the listing or ask the owner before booking.

What unusual places can I stay in Edinburgh?

The Four Sisters Boatel is a four-star houseboat moored on the canal in central Edinburgh, a few minutes' walk from the castle and the Grassmarket. No 1 Bellevue Terrace is a Georgian apartment in the New Town, with original flagstones and cast-iron bedsteads.

Are there cottages in East Lothian?

Yes. Seapink Cottage is a four-bedroom house near North Berwick, five minutes' walk from Seacliff Beach, sleeping eight. Newbyth Garden Cottage is a traditional gardener's cottage with a sunny garden, close to the John Muir Way.

Are there cottages near Edinburgh for a countryside or coastal break?

East Lothian is around half an hour from Edinburgh by car or train. Seapink Cottage and Newbyth Garden Cottage near North Berwick make an easy base for beaches, golf and day trips into the city.

Are there holiday cottages near golf courses in East Lothian?

Yes. Newbyth Garden Cottage is a few miles from the North Berwick and Gullane golf courses, and Seapink Cottage is close to North Berwick.

Are dogs welcome?

Yes, at 94DR, The Four Sisters Boatel and Seapink Cottage. Check each listing for the number of dogs allowed and any charges.

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