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Shepherds Cottage, Pentland Hills - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, WiFi
Private kitchen
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Nine Mile Burn, Midlothian
  • Place, Penicuik Tower
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Glencorse Golf Club
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Rosslyn Chapel
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Penicuik

This cottage places you 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Rosslyn Chapel and 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from Hillend Country Park.

What's nearby

  • Penicuik Tower - 11 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Glencorse Golf Club - 13 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Midlothian Snowsports Centre - 14 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Hillend Country Park - 14 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Rosslyn Chapel - 17 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wester Hailes Station - 18 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Balerno Inn - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Koshi - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Olde Toll Tea House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Tower - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Shepherds Cottage, Pentland Hills - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

A little bubble of loveliness surrounded by the dramatic beauty of the Pentland Hills on the edge of the brilliant cultural city of Edinburgh.

Sure to tempt both couples and families into muddy boots and fresh country air
Dating back to the 18th Century, the aptly named Shepherds Cottage sits on a working sheep farm and enjoys dramatic far-reaching views across rolling farmland and vast heather covered hillsides. Its characterful stone built exterior opens into a fresh contemporary country interior – delightfully understated yet casually stylish with a real sense of home.

GROUND FLOOR
This is a multi-level property with a sitting room on the ground floor, kitchen and family bathroom on the first floor and bedrooms on the upper first floor.

Ground Floor:

Access into a small boot room with hanging space and bench seating.

Open plan living area with two large sofas, Smart TV, wood burning stove (logs supplied), bookshelves and door to small enclosed rear garden.

FIRST FLOOR
Kitchen (9 steps up from the sitting room) with ceramic hob, electric oven and grill, fridge / freezer, dishwasher, small integrated fridge with ice box, microwave. Dining table with seating for 4. Door leading to outdoor raised multi-level area with picnic table and barbecue.

Hallway with washing machine and dryer.

Family bathroom with bath and shower over with both a handheld unit and rainforest head, heated towel rail, WC and basin.

Four steps up to;

Bedroom one with twin beds, small wardrobe with hanging space and two small chests of drawers.

Bedroom two with super king bed, side tables, chest of drawers, chair and double wardrobes with shelving.

En suite bathroom with shower with rainforest head and handheld unit, heated towel rail, WC and basin.

OUTSIDE
There is a small, fully enclosed garden to the rear, and to the front of the property is also a multi-level area with picnic bench, barbecue, fire pit and views over the hillside.

PARKING
There is a gravelled parking area for two cars to the front of the property.

CHILDREN & BABIES
A travel cot and highchair can be provided on request.

DOGS
Two dogs are welcome with a charge of £20 per dog. The property sits on a working sheep farm therefore dogs must be kept on leads and under control while walking in the surrounding area. This is particularly important during lambing season.

GUEST AMENITIES
Bed linen, towels and guest toiletries are provided but please note that a welcome pack is not available at this property.

WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE
Important - Wi-Fi is provided but please note that due to the rural location, it is community Wi-Fi and usage is restricted to 75GB per week so not suitable for streaming. Guests can purchase additional data should this be required. Please note this is a rural area and signal can be intermittent. Mobile coverage can be patchy depending on the network.

HEATING
There is central heating throughout the cottages powered by a biomass boiler. Wood burning stove in the living area with logs supplied.

GUEST PRIVACY
The property sits adjacent to The Coach House which sits in the same ownership and can be let in conjunction with Shepherds Cottage. The cottages sit on a working farm with farm buildings to the rear and a farmhouse to the left. As a result dogs and children should be closely supervised.

ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
For guests looking to holiday together, The Coach House sleeping 6 sits next door, separated by the access road and external courtyard.
The cottage features 2 bathrooms and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number ML00084F

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

562046

Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does Shepherds Cottage, Pentland Hills - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 18.2 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Shepherds Cottage, Pentland Hills - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

No, at Shepherds Cottage, Pentland Hills - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Reviews

Shepherds Cottage, Pentland Hills - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stuart H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family break

The property itself is very spacious which was excellent when all the extended family came round for a meal, everywhere was very clean, good to have an ensuite shower room, easily accessible and to find.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage with lovely surroundings
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

This is a fantastic place to getaway! Peace, sheep, countryside. The house is roomy and cosy and has everything we needed. We would come back if we ever come out there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024