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Cosy cottage located 25 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre

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A stone cottage with a gabled roof, a central entrance with a black door, and a small porch area.
A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, tea and coffee containers, a kettle, wicker chairs, and a radiator.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and wooden countertop.
A staircase with a wooden handrail leading to a landing with a window overlooking a garden.
A hallway leading to a room with a blue patterned sofa and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Lasswade, Scotland
  • Place, Hawthornden Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪20 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 25 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
No cot available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number ML00097P
Property # 10914770
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
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

Lasswade

Located in Polton, a neighbourhood in Lasswade, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Royal Mile and Princes Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Princes Street Gardens and Portobello Beach. 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 hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Lasswade, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Hawthornden Castle - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 23 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Princes Street - 25 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Royal Mile - 25 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 25 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Original Rosslyn Hotel
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪IKEA Restaurant & Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Paper Mill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 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.

How much is parking at Cosy cottage located 25 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre?

On-site parking is available at the 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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for a 3 day working trip to Edinburgh, short drive into the centre and a far better option than a hotel, well equipped, beautifully presented and spotlessly clean. lovely comfortable bed and all round lovely property. would certainly book again when back in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun, 2026
That’s very kind. Thank you. So glad you enjoyed. We hope to see again. Victor
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10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a really lovely place, absolutely spotless, well equipped, very friendly hosts and a nice quiet setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr, 2026
Thank you for the very lovely review. Very much appreciated. Hope to see you again very soon. :).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was peaceful and the bed was comfortable. Victor and Carina were great hosts.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2026
Thank you so much. Very kind words. Safe travels. Carina
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaylyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was responsive, cottage was clean and exactly as advertised.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2026
Thank you. Thats very kind. All best wishes.
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10/10 Excellent

Justine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful stay here at the cottage. Everything was clean, perfect, and comfortable. Would love to come back one day! Victor and Carina are lovely hosts. Thank you so much. If you walk up the road to the field you can see beautiful sunsets. Our time there was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2026
What a lovely review. Thank you so very much. It’s a very peaceful spot. All best wishes and we hope to see you again. Victor and Carina
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10/10 Excellent

Noel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2025
That’s so very kind. Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much for the lovely review. Very much appreciated. ☺️
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole Johnstone

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely clean property with everything we needed. We were met by Victor, the host, who was busy gardening when we arrived. He was extremely friendly and kindly left us some goodies in the house which were greatly appreciated. We would definitely use this beautiful little property again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haidee F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy, felt at home immediately. Perfect for a getaway not far out of Edinburgh. We loved exploring the small local towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec, 2025
Thank you so much. So glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cottage, it is perfect. Really well decorated and with everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2025
So glad you had a good stay. All best wishes 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham L.

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

Beautiful little place.

Perfect little getaway, cottage was beautiful, loveley and quiet, little touches provided by the hosts made it that bit extra special.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2025
Thank you so very much for your lovely comments. 5 star guests for sure. Thank you again for your kindness. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria del Val M.

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

Lovely place

It’s been the perfect place to rest and perfectly located for all the things we wanted to do!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun, 2025
That’s so kind. Thank you. So glad you had a happy stay. All best wishes Victor and Carina
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Great location and host!

Cozy, well decorated, very clean and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2024
Very kind thank you ☺️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable with excellent facilities. Lovely setting and fantastic walks into Polton and Lasswade.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2025
That’s lovely. Thank you. So glad you had a good stay. All best wishes
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

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

Cosy and inviting.

My partner and I really enjoyed our stay here. It was lovely and incredibly cute!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun, 2025
We love cute. That’s so very kind. Thank you and all best wishes. Victor and Carina
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much. Hope the wedding and rest of your journey has gone well. With all very very best wishes Victor & Carina
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cosy cottage with everything you need in a lovely area. Traveling with four, the bed-sofa in the should be slightly bigger.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leeann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely cottage, even more space than expected and with lots of thoughtful touches to add to our stay. We had a car and found it quick and easy to drive to the park-n-ride to catch the train, or to drive directly into the city. The area around the cottage is beautiful and very nice for a short walk. Thank you for the warm welcome, and we will 100% book this cottage again for future trips!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura S.

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

Quaint garden cottage in an area of rich heritage

Immaculately presented accommodation by incredibly friendly & welcoming hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr, 2023
We hope you arrived home safe and well. Thank you so much for the review. We welcome any feedback. Is there anything that would have made your stay better and increased the star rating to 5. With best intentions Victor
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Lovely hideaway in Midlothian

We had a great time in this little cottage, which was close to both nature and the City. We appreciated the on-site laundry. The owners were helpful and check-in was a breeze. We will hopefully be booking again the next time we’re in Scotland.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2025
Thank you so very much. So glad you enjoyed your stay. All best wishes. Carina
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10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gorgeous old cottage fitted out with everything you need including a washing machine. Good to stay out of the city of Edinburgh but close enough to commute by train if you have a car and use the free park and ride.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2025
Thank you. Thats very kind. All best wishes
Verified

8/10 Good

zach s.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2024
Thank you for your kind review. We aim to be a 5 star venue. To help us deliver a better stay for future guests we would welcome any feedback as to why you scored the cottage 4 stars. With thanks in advance. Victor.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iris M.

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

Fabulous Cottage for our stay!

My family and I had a lovely time at the cottage. It was easy to find and sits in a beautiful setting. It was peaceful and cosy and charming. It's easy reach to Edinburgh also. I did a gorgeous local walk along the river and beyond. We felt very relaxed and at home and wished we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2025
What a lovely review. Thank you so very much. Very glad you had a restful stay. Look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Keep well. Victor and Carina
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2024
Thank you so much and we hope you’ve found your DNA adventure full of happy finds. All best wishes and thank you for the very kind words. Happy travels. Victor & Carina
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo C.

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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2024
Marcelo thank you so very much. Very greatly appreciated. 😊

About the host

Hosted by Victor & Carina Contini

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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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