Title: ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh 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 # ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh Holiday home in Tranent with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh (Pencaitland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211100/75211069/2df4f19d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh (Pencaitland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211100/75211069/dc20120b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun-loungers - ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh (Pencaitland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211100/75211069/8056c864.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh (Pencaitland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211100/75211069/56fe1232.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh (Pencaitland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211100/75211069/w2724h1227x0y0-f8747f22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the charming village of Pencaitland, Islay House offers a serene retreat with its own private garden and gated driveway. Unwind in the modern kitchen, stay connected with WiFi, or indulge in your favorite shows on the 55 inch Smart TV. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2753 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh Islay House is a beautiful, Victorian home in the peaceful village of Pencaitland. Ideally situated for accessing Edinburgh or the golf courses and beaches of East Lothian. The accommodation forms the East Wing of our home and has its own front door, private garden and gated driveway. The house has a fully equipped modern kitchen, Wi-Fi, 55 inch Smart TV with Netflix and Prime. The village has 2 shops, Petrol Station, a new Gastropub - The Winton, opened in Aug, 2022-very busy, would recommend booking, and the Glenkinchie Whisky distillery. Pet must not be left alone in property ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Local artist showcase - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 753 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94450000/94447300/94447300/458bdc7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique home in the heart of North Berwick. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 EL00135P ## 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%7C55.90768%2C-2.89339&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J_xZ068TCMhcv1pAIqEMHlLGZrQ=) Pencaitland, Scotland #### What's nearby - Glenkinchie Distillery \- 5 min drive \- 2.4 miles - University of Edinburgh \- 29 min drive \- 17.5 miles - Princes Street \- 31 min drive \- 18.2 miles - Royal Mile \- 31 min drive \- 18.4 miles - Edinburgh Castle \- 32 min drive \- 18.3 miles #### Getting around - Prestonpans Station - 16 min drive - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Boatie Bleat - ‬13 min drive - ‪Greggs - ‬8 min drive - ‪Longniddry Inn - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Tower Inn - ‬10 min drive - ‪Perk - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh? ### What time is check-in at ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh? ### What time is check-out at ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh? ### Where is ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## ISLAY House, Comfortable home- private garden, in quiet village, near Edinburgh Reviews 10 ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael R. 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Sandra, was wonderful as our host. She responded quickly to any requests we had. We highly recommend her!!! ##### Michael R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Astrid S. 6 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing We very much loved this property and it's surroundings. Would certainly recommend this home. ##### Astrid S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 8 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property and Host Accepted our booking at short notice and communicated straight away. Property was perfect and Sandra made us feel at home with all the facilities, supplies and information. Really went the extra mile. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra W. 16 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location for a relaxing stay with a dog Everything was as described. The area was ideal to take the dog for long or short walks. Sandra the owner was very welcoming and we even got a starter set for Breakfast. Sandra was so polite and gave us a lift and even picked us up from an appointment with her own car and had an eye on our dog while we were away. So kind! ##### Sandra W. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqui O., Newcastle upon Tyne 10 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Easter Break What a perfect find for a relaxing break. Sandra was a lovely host, goody packs and many extras were provided. We enjoyed our bottle of fizz in the summer house .. thank you. The house was very clean, all on one level and had everything we needed & more! So many places to visit and lovely walks on the doorstep. We also had really good weather ☀️. Thanks again Sandra ##### Jacqui O. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen L. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasant Stay Overall it was a great stay. The hosts were very personable and very willing to help with ideas of what to see and where to eat. Also, the Hosts were very kind and upon our arrival there was a bottle of wine, 2 apples, 2 bananas, package of bagels and shortbread cookies. Milk in the refrigerator along with butter and marmalade. We were disappointed there was not a clothes dryer as mentioned in the listing. When we asked the host about it, she said the dryer is the clothes line. Not sure that qualifies as a dryer. Also being from the desert in Nevada, USA I was cold and the host said the thermostat resets to 18 degrees Celsius or 61 degrees Fahrenheit. Luckily there were several blankets in the living room and I was able to be comfortable. Other than those 2 things everything was great. ##### Karen L. 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