Title: Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh Family-friendly cottage in West Calder ## Photo gallery for Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh ![Exterior - Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh (West Calder)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33930000/33924100/33924016/e46177f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/49868625-2b01-4009-a6c3-3b20cc0ee8b2-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=608) ![Interior - Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh (West Calder)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33930000/33924100/33924016/5472d84c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh (West Calder)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33930000/33924100/33924016/c567d63e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh (West Calder)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33930000/33924100/33924016/19b3fa1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Overlooking the Pentland Hills and Cobbinshaw Loch, Gairnshiel Cottage offers a serene retreat surrounded by wildlife and picturesque views. With a multi-fuel stove in the living room, games for entertainment, an enclosed garden with decked seating area and access to walking trails from your doorstep. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1001 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh Located down a lochside track, surrounded by wildlife and views, Gairnshiel Cottage offers peace and tranquillity overlooking the Pentland Hills and Cobbinshaw Loch. This lovely 2 bedroomed cottage is the perfect retreat for a relaxing Scottish holiday while being only 22 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. The multi-fuel stove gives a lovely and cosy feel to the cottage living room and guests will enjoy all the books, toys, games, wealth of crockery, cutlery, pots and pans. Gairnshiel Cottage offers delightful romantic holiday accommodation. It is situated between West Calder and Carnwath in the heart of the Scottish countryside but still within 40 minutes drive of two stunning cities – Edinburgh and Glasgow. The views from the cottage are breath-taking: it has a wonderful position on the organic farm of South Cobbinshaw overlooking the Pentland Hills and Cobbinshaw Loch. The road leading to the cottage is an uneven farm track that crosses the loch via a causeway adding to the feeling of 'getting away from it all' while still being close to civilisation! A perfect place to relax, unwind and rejuvenate. The 310 acre loch was built in 1818 to feed the Union Canal and was also used by passing steam trains to collect water. It is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSI) due to wintering wildfowl and is popular with anglers and birdwatchers. For those who enjoy the outdoors nearby Harburn Golf Club is a challenging 18-hole parkland course and there are walks of all levels starting literally on your doorstep. If shopping is your thing - the designer shops of Livingston are 15 minutes away and unique little shops and galleries are found in Biggar and Peebles. The cottage has been furnished to a high standard and has an enclosed garden with a decked seating area with views over open fields towards the Pentland Hills. The galleried entrance hall and Shaker-style kitchen have flagstone floors and the kitchen has access to the back garden. The kitchen itself is equipped with everything you need for your stay including fridge-freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, fan oven and hob. The sitting room has a solid wood floor and includes a wood burning stove, colour TV, free view and DVD. The separate dining room, also with a solid wood floor, has a table to seat 6+. There is a newly refurbished shower room on the ground floor. Upstairs there are 2 beautifully decorated bedrooms one with a king-size bed and the other with twin beds. The bathroom has a white bathroom suite with a Victorian-style shower attachment. The short drive to the cottage from the main road is a mini adventure in itself. The track can be a wee bit bumpy in places but take your time, pick your line and enjoy the scenery! The cottage is next to other properties but the enclosed rear garden is very private with stunning views. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,001 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114093900/114093835/c5498dea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lyne Cottage, The Retreat West Linton - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $793 CA $952 total includes taxes & fees Feb 21 - Feb 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=114093835&PinnedHotelID=114093835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78490000/78481200/78481140/cdab8738.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cedarbank's - The Little Art House - dog Friendly Dunoon - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=78481140&PinnedHotelID=78481140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 3 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92410000/92405800/92405729/5cbd308a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The New Farmhouse Biggar - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=92405729&PinnedHotelID=92405729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, Shared Bathroom, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83400000/83398200/83398147/2e0d5007.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rigside House Lanark - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=83398147&PinnedHotelID=83398147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77870000/77860600/77860506/5930f32a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Stone Parlour Cottage set in an area of outstanding beauty. 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Gate, dog bed, towels etc provided ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet) Note from host: £25 charge ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Rural Isolated Hideaway With Loch Hill Views Gairnshiel Cottage Stunning Country Cottage With Loch Hill Views ## About the area Located in West Calder, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Linlithgow Palace and Hartwood Hospital are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Five Sisters Zoo and Almond Valley Heritage Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider Almond Valley Light Railway and Scottish Owl Centre. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. [Visit our West Calder travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/West-Calder.dx6208392) [View more Cottages in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Cottages.d6069845-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.79852%2C-3.56806&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tcQPStp7f1dmhQviIpnbFMwxIGY=) West Calder, West Lothian ### Getting around - West Calder Addiewell Station 10 min drive - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 40 min drive ### Restaurants - Subway 11 min drive - Brucefield Farm 12 min drive - Trail Bean Coffee 14 min drive - Lacampana 12 min drive - Stones Bar And Grill 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh? ### What time is check-out at Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh? ### Where is Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rural Cottage With Beautiful Loch And Hill Views nr Edinburgh Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 30 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary D. May 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful quaint cottage We stayed at this cottage for 12 days. It was beautiful and quiet. Located on a farm the scenery was breathtaking. Cottage was very clean and Lynda was so easy to communicate with and so kind. Would stay there again ##### Mary D. Stayed 12 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anja W. Sep 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice cottage A perfect place to visit edinburgh and glasgow and still enjoy the nature when you come back ##### Anja W. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chloe N. May 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country Cabin Fantasic placement in the country to get away from it all ##### Chloe N. Stayed 13 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy C. Dec 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal Scottish Cottage Exactly what we were looking for. A bit remote but gorgeous surroundings. Rustic chic looking but with modern amenities. Epitome of peaceful and cozy. Hosts even provided a Christmas Tree! ##### Cindy C. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry S. Mar 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rural haven Beautiful property in lovely location. Very well equipped and spotlessly clean. The dog and children were very well catered for. Would certainly recommend. ##### Barry S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirstin K. Apr 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything was perfect We enjoyed the remote cottage with wonderful walks in the area. Thank you Lynda! ##### Kirstin K. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joerg S. Aug 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### small cosy house in a prime location We felt very comfortable. The opportunity to use the oven (wood was provided free of charge) is great. The location is top. 1 hour to Stirling, Perth, less to Falkirk, Glasgow and Edinburgh. 30 minutes to the airport. I think we'll be back. ##### Joerg S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David J. Jun 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holidays with our American family Most beautiful location, beautiful property, nice and quiet with lovely nature and surroundings ##### David J. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. Jul 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely peaceful! We loved our stay! Close to everything Edinburgh and surrounding area has to offer. Lots of pubs and restaurants to choose from that were only a 5-10 minute drive away. So much space for our family of 4 and such a cozy cottage. The view out the back door was everything we could have wanted. Extremely easy and smooth check in and check out. We were looking for a quiet retreat to finish off our month long adventure in the UK and this cottage was everything and more! We would definitely stay here again! ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lesley K., Buckingham Nov 4, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing gem of a place An amazing cottage with outstanding views 😊 Beautiful finish with excellent facilities! We will definitely be back! Loved it! Thank you 😊 ##### Lesley K. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer B. Jun 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great view, very quiet and beautiful surroundings. The hosts were wonderful at answering questions in a timely manner. The cottage is well kept and clean. I would definitely recommend staying, but suggest bringing wash rags and watch your head getting into bed. Due to the chilly weather keep the doors closed in the rooms you would like to keep warm. ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Philip M. Mar 19, 2017 #### Quite comfortable cottage . Very remote External photo very misleading! Owner's house 4 metres from your front door looking directly into your front room and dining room. Blinds had to be permanently drawn for privacy. When you go somewhere fairly remote and rural you expect exactly that. Does rather defeat the purpose and thus made it difficult for us as a family properly to chill out from our busy lives. ##### Philip M. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Katharina S. Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Besondere Unterkunft in toller Lage, sehr ruhig und guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge. Der Weg zum Cottage ist schon das erste Abenteuer! Gemütlich eingerichtet mit allem, was man braucht. Sehr freundliche Vermieterin die sich sofort um Probleme kümmert. Einzige Kritik ist die nicht immer funktionierende Spülung einer Toilette. ##### Katharina S. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gino V. Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wij hebben een mooie tijd gehad in dit huisje dat van alle gemakken voorzien is en rustig ligt. Mogelijkheden om met de hond te wandelen zijn er genoeg maar wel altijd in de omgeving van schapen of koeien. ##### Gino V. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Henrik M. Oct 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beste Erholung in herrlicher Umgebung Süßes kleines Häuschen in sehr ruhiger Lage mit toller Fernsicht und unmittelbarem Zugang zum See. Wanderungen unmittelbar ab Haustür möglich und Städteattraktionen (Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling u.a.) sehr schnell per Auto oder Zug erreichbar. ##### Henrik M. Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefanie H. Aug 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Natur pur Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen, ringsum Natur pur! ##### Stefanie H. Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dorus k. Jul 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Heerlijk Geweldig, wat een uitzicht, in alles voorzien. Relaxed. Edinburgh en Glasgow beide op drie kwartier. ##### dorus k. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Julia S. Mar 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tolles kleines Cottage Unsere Woche in diesem Häuschen war wirklich schön. Es liegt sehr ruhig und die Auffahrt für über einen großen See. Wirklich verrückt. Das Häuschen ist sehr gemütlich und liebevoll eingerichtet. Der Blick morgens über die Weiten von Schottland war traumhaft. Ich würde das Haus auf jedenfall weiterempfehlen wenn man die Natur mag. Ein absolutes Muss ist aber ein Auto. Damit sind Edinburgh und Glasgow in 45 min gut zu erreichen. ##### Julia S. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Petra S. Jul 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Landerkundung bei typisch britischen Wetter Der Ort befindet sich etwas abgelegen, in toller ruhigen Umgebung und war optimaler Ausgangspunkt für Unternehmungen in die Hauptstadt, die Highlands und Städte der Umgebung. ##### Petra S. Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claudia B. Sep 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sehr gemütlich, perfekt ausgestattet Wir haben uns rundum wohlgefühlt. Das Haus ist gemütlich eingerichtet, sehr gut ausgestattet. Der kleine, sicher umzäunte Garten war perfekt für die Hunde. Nette Wege für Spaziergänge, direkt ab dem Haus. Glasgow, Doune Castle, Stirling und Edinburgh waren gut zu erreichen und wir waren abends immer froh, wieder in unsere ruhige Oase zurückzukehren. ##### Claudia B. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anke M. Sep 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Erholsamer Urlaub Wunderschön, gemütlich, sauber und ruhig! Perfekt für lange Spaziergänge und in der Nähe von Edinburgh! ##### Anke M. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott H., Albuquerque Jul 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Property We loved this place, especially the proximity to Sterling Castle, Edinburgh, Pentland Hills, Deanston Distillery, and privacy. This stop was a prefect yin to the yang of busy London (our other stop). We were also pleased with the beds, most VRBO's we've stayed at in the past have cheap beds, these were comfortable. There is a cool little shop (the size of my office) close by that has local foods that we all loved. Great to drink fresh bottled milk from cow that gave up the good just the day prior. ##### Scott H. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wolfgang W. Jun 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kultur und Landschaft Nettes Ferienhaus in sehr ruhiger Lage mit guten Ausflugsmöglichkeiten nach Edinburgh und Glasgow ##### Wolfgang W. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shona S. Dec 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Property We recently stayed at the cottage for a family wedding. It was chosen on location, amenities, other reviews and it didn't disappoint! It really did tick every box and this made our stay thoroughly enjoyable. It is a dog walkers heaven with stunning views everywhere you look. The owner even booked an added surprise of snow! It is definitely somewhere we would like to return one day ##### Shona S. Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophie L., London Dec 12, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstandingly Beautiful The cottage was cosy and spacious - beautifully decorated and homely. Kitchen fully equipped and lovely outside space. Amazing views too! Quiet location and lots of walks on the doorstep. Just under an hour to Edinburgh. Will definitely come back! ##### Sophie L. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021