Holiday rentals in Carlops

Rural, Self Contained Annex, Hot-Tub with Views

A Guest Favourite • Superhost stay If life feels a bit too loud lately, this is your place to step away. Tucked into the countryside at the start of the Pentland Way, this self-contained stay gives you your own space to switch off, with a hot tub overlooking open fields, wildlife all around, and walks straight from the door. Peaceful and rural, yet within easy reach of Edinburgh and Glasgow if you want it. Perfect for busy minds, quiet escapes, long walks or simply doing nothing for a while.

Craigiehall Temple (historic property built 1759)

Make your trip to Edinburgh truly memorable with a stay at Craigiehall Temple. Built in 1759 and situated in its own grounds on a former part of the Craigiehall Estate, its Grade A listed for its stunning portico displaying the arms of the 1st Marquess of Annandale. A plaque on the wall carries a quote from Horace: "Dum Iicet in rebus jucundis vive beatus", "Live happy while you can among joyful things". We hope that a stay at the Temple will deliver this experience and stay true to this vision

Real Fairytale Treehouse

Set within the grounds of Fernie Castle a beautiful authentic Treehouse with 6 living Trees growing and thriving. Equally beautiful in all seasons especially winter being so very cozy, it is fully heated with lots of hot water for the freestanding bath for two. With all the amenities of a 5 star bedroom, a large freestanding bath on the second floor with a small balcony with views to the stunning countryside it does indeed feel like a fairytale just remember to bring your favourite bubbles...

WashHouse - Scandi design cabin nr Edinburgh for 2

For lovers of scandi-design and the great outdoors! This award-winning barn is a unique country escape for 1 or 2 people. Handcrafted interiors complement the historic stone farm building. A huge window frames the heather hills and woodlands of the Pentland Hills Regional Park close to Edinburgh. Edinburgh is ~30 mins drive or hike from the doorstep into the Scottish wilderness. Picnic on a hill top, then return to sooth your legs in the wood-fired sauna yurt (available to book as an extra).

Stunning Edinburgh 1820s stables converted studio

The Green 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 underfloor heating, parking and views looking onto a golf green and beautiful fairway and courtyard space. See 'Other Details' for spaces at RPS.

Charming 1 bed in the heart of the Pentlands

The perfect place to relax after a day in the hills or the surrounding area. The Pentland Cosy nestles at the foot of the Pentland hills regional park. A self-contained one-bedroom lodge, the Cosy is tucked away a few metres from waymarked walks. Available all year round it’s ideal for walkers and lovers of the great outdoors. Also conveniently located just 9 miles from Edinburgh. We’re situated close to the A702 making us a convenient stop over if you’re traveling up or down the country.

Eskfield, spa cottage with private walled garden

Eskfield is food for the soul, a fabulous, ancient property immersed in nature to provide a wellness experience like no other. Stay here in one of the most important features of the Penicuik Designed Landscape, a Palladian house built in 1714, harboured within a one and a half hectare walled garden. With a burn running through a beautiful wildflower meadow, this is a nature sanctuary that you will not want to leave. Nestled in the outhouses is a sauna leading to a handmade cedar hot tub.

Shepherd’s Cottage

A cosy haven for 2 perfectly located to explore the Pentland Hills from but also only 6 miles from Edinburgh’s many attractions. Hike or trail run right from your front door, or head off mountain biking, wild swimming or bird watching. Just 2 miles from Hillend Snowsports Centre if you’re looking to practice on the dry slopes or try the new Alpine Coaster. After a full day of activities, enjoy the views from the garden or just chill inside in front of the woodburning stove.

Ancient Castle above the River Tweed

Mary Queen of Scot's chamber at Neidpath Castle is perhaps the most romantic place to stay in the Scottish Borders. Explore privately the whole castle and then retire to enjoy your suite rooms. The antique four poster bed, deep roll top bath and open fire evoke earlier times, but are truly comfortable and luxurious. An elegant table is set for breakfast. Peebles is 10 minutes walk away, with a host of shops and restaurants, as well as a museum and award winning chocolatier.

Hareshaw Cottage, Baddinsgill

Nestled in the heart of the Pentland Hills, this traditional stone shepherd's cottage on a working hill farm looks out over scenic Baddinsgill Reservoir. Fully renovated to a high standard in 2022, the cottage is the perfect base for those who wish to get off the beaten track. Explore the surrounding hills and woodlands by day, then curl up by the cosy woodburner in the evening. Edinburgh is just 40 minutes by car, but feels a world away in this peaceful rural retreat.

The Great Hall, Dollarbeg Castle

This 2 bedroom apartment is the beautifully converted former Great Hall of Dollarbeg Castle. Built in 1890, Dollarbeg Castle was the last gothic baronial style building of its type ever built. Beautifully restored in 2007 to the very highest standards, it was converted into 10 luxury properties, one of which is a conversion of the original "Great Hall" with its vaulted ceiling and majestic views across the formal grounds towards the Ochil Hills in the distance.

Loganlea Cabin, Cairns Farm, Kirknewton

Nestled in the Pentland Hills, near the shores of Harperrig Reservoir are our six luxurious cabins for two. All are stylishly furnished with king size beds, lovely fabrics and design touches plus an en suite shower room. All provide supremely comfortable accommodation. Perfect for a relaxing break, hill walking or open water swimming enthusiasts. Overlooking the lands of Cairns Farm, and the ruins of Cairns Castle, our snug and welcoming cabins await you.