A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Kirknewton, West Lothian, SCT
Potter Around
Place, Potter Around
8 min drive
Almondell and Calderwood Country Park
Place, Almondell and Calderwood Country Park
10 min drive
Heriot-Watt University
Place, Heriot-Watt University
15 min drive
Edinburgh (EDI)
Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
21 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Double Bedroom
1 King Bed
Twin Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Family Friendly Log Cabin
We like to think of the cabin as 'small but perfectly formed' and furnished to the highest standard. The living room features a cast iron stove, extremely comfortable soft furnishings, original artwork and the world's most beguiling rocking chair. There’s a patio door which looks out over our top fields to the woodland beyond. The kitchen area is fully fitted with fridge, washing machine, dishwasher and all of the usual accessories such as kettle, microwave and toaster and there’s a round dining table for the family to enjoy eating together. Unlike many other 'log cabin' self-catering holiday homes, ours is not one of a number where you can be victim to noisy neighbours; it sits on its own over 150 meters from the farm yard. Visitors have already told us that what they've enjoyed most is the peace and tranquility that it offers after a busy day doing holiday things. Our visitors have told us that they've enjoyed the very comfortable beds: a king-sized double bed in one room and twin beds in the other. All bed linen and towels are provided and heating and hot water is included. Sit out on the decking area and relax but be careful before you venture out early in the morning because we often have deer, brown hares and other wildlife coming down to graze and they're easily frightened - there's a pair of binoculars you can use if you enjoy wildlife watching. You'll need a car to move to and fro at Belstane Log Cabin but just three miles away there's a train station where the trains to Edinburgh and Glasgow run approximately every hour and from Balerno there's a bus service into Edinburgh every fifteen minutes or so. Parking is easy to find for both services. West Lothian is stacked with things to do from country walks, to golf, fishing and for the kids there’s plenty to do: swimming pools, the ‘Jump Station’ trampoline event, our very own local, and award winning Five Sister Zoo and many more. If you’re a TV watcher of epic dramas then West Lothian, which is liberally peppered with castles is where several of them, like Outlander are filmed. And of course, there’s a host of historic sites within easy reach to visit from Linlithgow Palace to the world famous Roslin Chapel which dates back almost a thousand years to the Knights Templarand where scenes from The Da Vinci Code were filmed.
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Maximum occupancy is 4. Parties and dinner parties including people not included in the original booking are not allowed unless by prior arrangement.
Pets are allowed by prior arrangement but are not allowed on any of the furniture. Please bring your own pet beds
We absolutely do not take Hen or Stag parties. We will refuse entry if we suspect that the cabin has been booked for a Hen or Stag party.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number STL80
Property # 1873993
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Kirknewton
Located in Kirknewton, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and George Street. Travelling with kids? Make time for Edinburgh Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Murrayfield Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain climbing.
Almondell and Calderwood Country Park - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
Jupiter Artland - 14 min drive - 8.4 km
Heriot-Watt University - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
Edinburgh International Climbing Arena Ratho - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
Getting around
Kirknewton Station - 5 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Caffè Nero - 11 min drive
Starbucks - 12 min drive
The Newyearfield - 12 min drive
The Yard - 7 min drive
Costa Coffee - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Family Friendly Log Cabin pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Family Friendly Log Cabin?
As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Friendly Log Cabin on 19 Oct 2026 start from £659, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Family Friendly Log Cabin?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Friendly Log Cabin?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Friendly Log Cabin?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Friendly Log Cabin located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Jupiter Artland, Five Sisters Zoo and Livingston Designer Outlet. Dalmahoy Golf Course and Heriot-Watt University are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by Fiona Rice
Hi, I'm Fi ('Fee' - short for Fiona). I was born at Belstane and have lived here most of my life - when I wasn't pursuing my career as an international water skier I returned to take over my parents' farming operation with my husband Dave. We down-sized our farming operation a few years back but Belstane is still a working livestock operation. This is a lovely place to live and we thought we'd like to share it with you.
Why they chose this property
As we already said, we love living here, it's very rural yet there's loads going on and it's just a bus or train ride from the nearest village into Edinburgh with all that that city has to offer. We thought we'd like to share Belstane with you (we like having people around) so we decided to build a cabin in our hay field. The cabin sits on its own and you'll be able to enjoy the local wildlife, as likely as not, if you're an early riser, seeing deer in the field or wood adjacent to the cabin.
What makes this property unique
The cabin is in a very rural and private setting, sitting on its own in tree-fringed fields. Here you can enjoy everything that a country holiday has to offer from walking & cycling to golf and fishing with many more sports that you might like to try your hand at such as clay pigeon shooting or rock climbing. Belstane Log Cabin is licensed (License No. STL80) under the Scottish Government's Short-term Let Licensing Scheme.
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