Situated on the eastern coast of Scotland, East Lothian is one of the most prominent areas in the country given that it borders the capital Edinburgh and the Scottish Borders. The region has over 40 miles of absorbing and beautiful coastline that looks out onto the North Sea with Denmark and Norway far in the distance. In fact, it manages to combine both a stunning coast line and rolling countryside into its relatively small size area.
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Set on a farm amongst beautiful rolling countryside, this holiday cottage offers a high standard of self-catering accommodation and is a perfect base for exploring East Lothian and its many delights. With Edinburgh easily accessible within 30-minutes by car and the coast just 15-minutes away, The Stables is perfect whether you fancy relaxing or exploring. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
"The Bothy" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Haddington. Twenty miles east of Edinburgh is the small town of Haddington, which has long been the cultural and geographical centre for East Lothian, and sits on the north-east bank of the River Tyne. Once famous for its mills, it was also the...
"Keepers Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Haddington. Twenty miles east of Edinburgh is the small town of Haddington, which has long been the cultural and geographical centre for East Lothian, and sits on the north-east bank of the River Tyne. Once famous for its mills, it was also the...
"3 Bed Cottage in North Berwick" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in North Berwick. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 1 king-size, 1 single - 1 Bathroom with a shower over the spa bath and WC - Electric oven,...
"The Irvine" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in North Berwick. North Berwick is a pleasant seaside town resting between Dunbar and Edinburgh in East Lothian. The town is known as a golfer's paradise and offers a wealth of attractions including great beaches, coastal scenery, the 5-star Scottish Seabird...
"The Manor’s Retreat" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Dunbar. Settled between Peebles and Galshiels in the Scottish Borders is the charming town of Innerleithen. Famous for its success built on wool and knitwear, Innerleithen has been occupied since pre-Roman times with the remains of the Iron-Age hill...
"1 Deuchrie Cottages" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dunbar. Great Torrington is an unspoilt town built on high ground above the River Torridge, and is a fifteen minute drive from the spectacular North Devon coast at Westward Ho! Another leading tourist attraction is Dartington Crystal where visitors can...
"3 Bed Cottage in Dunbar" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Dunbar. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin - 1 bathroom with bath, electric shower over, and WC - Single electric oven, gas hob,...
"Shepherds Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Haddington. Twenty miles east of Edinburgh is the small town of Haddington, which has long been the cultural and geographical centre for East Lothian, and sits on the north-east bank of the River Tyne. Once famous for its mills, it was also the...
"2 Bed Cottage in Dunbar" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Dunbar. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 double bedrooms (both with additional single beds) - 2 bathrooms with shower over bath and WC - Electric oven and hob,...
"4 Bed Cottage in East Linton" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in East Linton. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 4 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 1 king-size, 2 doubles - 4 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 2 en-suite shower...
"5 Bed Cottage in North Berwick" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in North Berwick. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 5 bedrooms – 2 king-size zip-and-links (which can be made into twins on request), 2 king-size, 1 double - 3 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with free-standing bath, large shower and...
"Wintonhill Farmhouse - UK50381" is a 6 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 14 guests in Tranent. This beautiful luxury Georgian Farmhouse is situated on the Winton Estate and is the perfect base to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding countryside or the delights of the vibrant city of Edinburgh. A perfect celebration house for large groups...
"Seton Sands Holiday Eivissa Boutique" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Prestonpans. The bustling market town of Settle lies at the south west rim of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, nestled beside the largest outcrop of limestone in Britain - a region of scars, cliffs, caves and potholes - amongst some of the most...
"Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in Musselburgh.
"Tweeddale Arms Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in Gifford.
"Dunmuir Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in Dunbar.
"The Dolphin Inn Hostel" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Dunbar.
"The Folly Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in North Berwick.
"Bridge St Guest House - Rooms Only" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 1 guests in Tranent.
"Seacliff Cabin" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Berwick.
"The Folly Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 1 guests in North Berwick.
"The Law" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in North Berwick.
"“Whitekirk” Rock & Castle Escapes" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Berwick.
"Landal Whitekirk Hill" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Dunbar.
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The region is a paradise for history buffs and it was first settled back in prehistoric times and many relics and artefacts from this era have been found in the county. Dirleton Castle, found in the medieval village of Dirleton, is a fantastic example of a 13th century stronghold and is surrounded by majestic gardens which are a pleasure all year round but especially in the warmer, summer months. While many castles in East Lothian are little more than rocky remains, Hailes Castle is still very much intact and is thought to be the oldest stone castle in Scotland.
The county has been the scene of many battles over the years and battle sites are littered throughout the countryside. The Athelstaneford Battle Site is one of the oldest recorded in Scotland and the area was the scene of a raging 9th century battle between the Picts and Saxons.
East Lothian’s position sitting on the coast, gives it its many beaches. Sport enthusiasts can go surfing, kayaking or even kite surfing off the coast on one of the beaches that are found in the area. Belhaven Bay is located within the splendid John Muir Country Park, named after the Scottish conservationist often touted as America's founder of National Parks. The park has typical northern features such as low lying sand dunes, vibrant grasslands and extensive beaches. A cliff top walk takes in great views of the surrounding area and also goes past the ruins of an ancient castle. Gullane Bents is another rolling beach that offers good views of the Firth of Forth.
One important aspect of the county is golfing and following in the Scottish tradition, East Lothian provides various golfing retreats and challenging courses. The whole area features 22 courses and Muirfield is perhaps one of the most well-known for hosting The Open Championship sixteen times. The links nature of the East Lothian courses, coupled with the steady breeze coming off the North Sea, makes for a challenging but fun golfing experience.
For families the county is rich in options. From activities and picnics on the clean and beautiful beaches to the walled Lauderdale Park with its gardens and play areas for kids of all ages, East Lothian is a welcoming and family friendly region.
The county provides great access to the nation’s capital, Edinburgh, and in itself East Lothian is a county with much to offer. Providing very typical Scottish scenery with broad coastlines, miles of beaches, fascinating heritage and a variety of activities for everyone in the family, the area is one of the best places to visit in the whole of Scotland.
