Family-friendly vacation rentals in Midlothian

City holidays including breakfast with your pets

If celebrating please let us know we can put decoration up PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A BATH WITH A SHOWER HEAD TO WASH HAIR Open plan kitchen/dining room/living room Single sofa bed available 4mile to city centre 1/4 mile to retail park/food Bus stop 5min walk Taxi roughly £12+ into Edinburgh centre Animals welcome DONT NOT STAY HERE IF YOU HAVE ALLERGIES/SENSITIVE TO SMELLS 2 guest booking only double bed will be provided unless requested Be aware there is a camera as you enter the property

Entire upper villa in Roslin, near Edinburgh

Self contained upper villa flat. Two bedrooms: one double bed and one with single bed. Comfortable lounge area and well equipped open-plan kitchen. Roslin is a small village within commuting distance of Edinburgh with a regular bus service, including night buses. Free wifi. Roslin's famous Rosslyn Chapel is within 5-10 minutes walking distance. Ideal for sightseers and the more active with lovely walks in Roslin Glen and nearby Pentland Hills. Secure storage can be provided for bikes.

Stunning Edinburgh 1820s stables converted house

East House sits within Ratho Park Steading: a stunning Scottish courtyard stable (built 1826; converted 2021). It borders Ratho Park Golf club (area of outstanding beauty), a walk from the heart of Ratho village, 8miles from Edinburgh centre. Rooms are stylishly furnished (with wifi), and proudly eco-friendly (ground source heated). The property has parking, doors to the courtyard, patio with views looking onto a beautiful fairway, and a path to the gardens, fire pit, ruins and historic canal.

Beautiful apartment in Colinton Village

Stunning upper ground 2-bedroom apartment with parking nestled in the beautiful Spylaw Park on the banks of The Water of Leith and only a few minutes walk from the newly completed artworks at Colinton Tunnel. Colinton is a Conservation Village, childhood home of Robert Louis Stevenson and a perfect base to explore the city. Only 20/25 mins by bus or car to the city centre. Only 15 minutes drive from the Airport or get an airport bus which stops just a few minutes walk from the apartment!

Historic Estate 2-Bedroom Cottage near Edinburgh

Set within an 18th-century stable courtyard, The Stables South is a warm, spacious cottage on the peaceful Preston Hall Estate. Just 30 minutes from Edinburgh, it’s ideal for a family escape combining countryside calm with easy city access. The cottage has two generous ensuite bedrooms and a light-filled living space with conservatory opening onto a large, fully enclosed private garden - perfect for children and dogs to play safely. A relaxed and comfortable base for family mini-breaks.

Ellwyn Garden Apartment

A smart 1 bedroomed apartment on the ground floor of a traditional detached property, situated in the town of Penicuik, 9 or 10 miles from the city centre of Edinburgh. This is the perfect location for hill walkers, outdoor enthusiasts or people who simply prefer to stay somewhere a little more quiet and relaxed, but with the added benefit of being close to the city. Self contained flat with one double bedrooms, bathroom, comfortable lounge, with a sofa bed and well equipped kitchen.

Gardener's House

Built in the 1700s the Gardener's House is set into the old Walled Garden in the stunning grounds of Arniston House, a William Adam Stately Home. A secluded, picturesque two storey house with wood burning stove for winter or glass patio doors that open onto the walled garden for summer. An 11 mile trip to Edinburgh’s first class art galleries and museums, the capital’s eclectic mix of restaurants and bars plus its boutique shopping experience all adds up to a great day out.

Central Home near Edinburg + Free Parking + Garden

Private parking at your door and a direct bus to Edinburgh just steps away make exploring effortless. Our modern 3-bedroom home offers space, comfort and a peaceful private garden to unwind after busy days in the city. Perfect for families, friend groups and workers away from home, with baby essentials available, and dedicated workspace and easy access to Roslin and the Scottish Borders. Enjoy calm mornings, cosy evenings and stress-free stays just outside Edinburgh.

The Historic Dalkeith Water Tower

The water tower is a bespoke home in an historic building sensitively converted by its architect owner. The tower is located in the historic town of Dalkeith and the settlement of Eskbank. 20 minutes by car from Edinburgh airport. A bus service into Edinburgh stops every 10- 15 minutes, the bus stop is a 2 minute walk away. 25 minutes by rail to the Scottish Borders or to the centre of Edinburgh from the local Eskbank Train Station, a 20 minute walk from the tower.

Private apartment in modern farmhouse

Relax in a modern home on our 20 hectare (50 acre) working farm just a few miles south of the Edinburgh city bypass. The apartment includes 3 rooms with a private external entrance and a locked internal door if needed. The single bedroom is ensuite; the other main room is a living space with a kitchenette and large sofa bed. We are close to the route south / north too and from Edinburgh but far enough away (1.5km) to not get interrupted by road / traffic noise.

The Bonnie Hive

The Bonnie Hive is a cosy garden cabin, tucked in a peaceful spot just a 20 minute drive from Edinburgh city centre. Around 30/40 on a bus. A comfy double sofa bed, modern ensuite, kitchenette, and Wi-Fi, it’s the perfect base for a relaxing getaway. Nearby, you’ll find Dalkeith Country Park (just 0.8 miles away) for scenic walks and adventure, plus Portobello Beach (5.4 miles), perfect for a seaside escape. Quiet, yet close to everything — your perfect retreat.

Stable Cottage by Roslin Glen

Self-catering accommodation located on the outskirts of Edinburgh, close to Roslin Chapel (famous from Da Vinci Code) and with Roslin Glen right on your doorstep. Only 25minute drive to the centre of Edinburgh, this is a perfect peaceful and quiet retreat close to the city. Kitchen, Wi‑Fi, heating, laundry facilities and TV and many others included. There is one king size bed available to suit two guests. There are no cot or cradle facilities for infants.