Title: You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. Cottage in Edinburgh with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. ![Terrace/patio - You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. (Lothianburn, near Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83760000/83756300/83756211/0d1a1c6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. (Lothianburn, near Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83760000/83756300/83756211/1604bf22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. (Lothianburn, near Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83760000/83756300/83756211/52810271.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. (Lothianburn, near Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83760000/83756300/83756211/59b27a2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. (Lothianburn, near Edinburgh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83760000/83756300/83756211/605f1f87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the countryside at Tigh-nam-Muc, a bright and spacious 18th-century stone cottage with an open-plan living space. Perfect for families, this retreat offers a woodburner, open fire, private garden with barbecue and Wi-Fi included. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. Few properties have a better proposition for a larger family travelling together.. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: (1 Step), (No TV), Open Fire, French Doors Leading To Garden Dining area: Woodburner Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher Utility Room: (1 Step) Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed First Floor: Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bedroom 4: Bunk (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire and wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair, stairgate and fireguard. Welcome pack. . Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Tigh-nam-Muc is a stone-built cottage which forms part of an 18th-century farm steading. It represents ’the best of both worlds’, set in the countryside yet within very easy access of Edinburgh by bus or by car. The traditional exterior of the cottage is complemented by a comfortable, spacious and bright contemporary interior converted by architect Michael Gray. The cottage has four bedrooms, one with en-suite facilities. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living space provides bright, comfortable accommodation with an open fire and wood burner. There is a TV studio on an upper level from which there are tremendous long views to the Pentlands and the Lammermuir Hills. In addition to the en-suite bathroom, there is another family bathroom with additional laundry space. There is also a boot room for coats and boots at the rear entrance. The private garden which includes a barbecue and garden furniture provides a place for young children to play. The county of Midlothian is home to countless castles, forts, country houses and gardens ready to be explored. The cottage is located in the countryside but is within 15 minutes’ drive of Edinburgh and its castle, historic centre and multitude of activities, restaurants and shopping. Rosslyn Chapel (featured in the Da Vinci Code) and Roslin Glen are within 1½ miles of the property. For those interested in outdoors and sporting activities, the Pentland Hills within the Country Park are within an easy walk of the cottage and Edinburgh’s reservoirs are available nearby for fishing. A few minutes’ drive away is Hillend ski slope (until recently the longest dry ski slope in Europe) where there are two main slopes for snowboarding, skiing and blading. There are also a dozen golf courses around Edinburgh including the new children and beginners course at Swanston Golf course. The world’s largest indoor climbing arena is 20 minutes’ drive away at Ratho, and fabulous East Lothian beaches and a number of swimming pools are all within easy reach.The Scottish Borders, Fife coastal villages or the delights of Stirling and Perthshire are all easily accessible and make for great day trips. Total guests up to 6 adults and 2 children. Beach 8 miles. Free WiFi There are steps within the property. EPC Rating = D Letting Licence No: ML00033F As per the Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act 2024, you may need to pay a visitor levy to the owner on arrival at the property. The rate of the levy is 5% of the total accommodation cost, up to a maximum of five nights. Suitable for up to 1 pet ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32921200/32921114/c0543888.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Edinburgh Bonnington - 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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 Property Registration Number ML00033F 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. ### Property is also known as su-UK40415-UK40415 ## About the area ![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%7C55.87907%2C-3.19041&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OTZRHsIGssmqfe09ZYzF8NEV92M=) Lothianburn, near Edinburgh #### What's nearby - Midlothian Snowsports Centre \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Hillend Country Park \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Lothianburn Golf Club \- 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Edinburgh Castle \- 18 min drive \- 5.9 miles - Royal Mile \- 19 min drive \- 6.3 miles #### Getting around - Wester Hailes Station - 7 min drive - Edinburgh Park Tram Stop - 9 min drive - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Swanston Brasserie - ‬6 min drive - ‪Coffee Shop Rosslyn Chapel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪IKEA Restaurant & Café - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun.? ### What time is check-in at You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun.? ### What time is check-out at You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun.? ### Where is You’ll love the bright open space allowing for some real family fun. located? ## Have a question? 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