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Interesting places to visit around Edinburgh? |
Travel Info We are going to Edinburgh for a wedding in August but because of the Fringe Festival the hotels are really expensive. Does anyone know of any interesting towns near Edinburgh (within 3 hours drive) that we can go visit? Travel Tips There's some good tips here. Some sites that will help you a lot are the Edinburgh Visitors Bureau [ official] and Visit Britain, accessed via the links below: http://www.visitscotland.com/ Cheaperthanhotels also has some excellent accommodation options and has some better valued offers: http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.uk/unite... Others Portobello is a neat little town on the outskirts of Edinburgh. If you're concerned about a place to stay, forget the hotels and try for a B&B. They are awesome. Very reasonable, and a great way to get in touch with some real people in Scotland. rosslyn Chapel isn't very far from Edinbourgh, its a fascinating place and only a bus ride away from the main section of edinbourgh Orchard House B&B, The Walled Garden, Rosewell Orchard House lies within a Victorian walled garden in beautiful countryside near Rosslyn Chapel and the village of Templ (Balantrodoch 鈥?the Knights Templars鈥?main preceptory in Scotland)). All rooms en-suite and finished to a luxurious standard. A great base for Edinburgh, Stirling and Scottish Borders.Tel/Fax: +44 (0)131 440 4515 Bookings/Contact: anne@rosewell.co.uk The Steading, Bed & Breakfast, Chapel Loan, Roslin 4-star Visit Scotland Bed & Breakfast next to Rosslyn Chapel The Steading is a converted farm building in peaceful country location yet only 5 mins from Edinburgh boundary. Tel/Fax: +44 (0)131 440 1608 Bookings/Contact: Sheena.Hogg@Roslin.org.uk Hillwood, Rosewell, Midlothian, EH24 9AU Hillwood is a comfortable friendly family home on the outskirts of Rosewell near Rosslyn Chapel. Stunning views over Pentland and Moorfoot Hills, perfect for exploring Midlothian and Edinburgh. Open fires and an Aga make this a charming spot for a break. Owner speaks fluent French. Tel/Fax: +44 (0)131 448 2844 / +44 (0)131 4409148 Mob: +44 (0)7739 342939 Bookings/Contact: hillwood@beeb.net / Shonagh Toulous Self-Catering Flat, Leith Links Charming central flat with stunning views overlooking Leith Links, Arthur's Seat and Salisbury Crags. 2 double bedrooms, sleeps 4. Newly decorated and fully furnished. Spa bath. Tel/Fax: +44 (0)131 448 2844 / +44 (0)131 4409148 Mob: +44 (0)7739 342939 Bookings/Contact: hillwood@beeb.net / Shonagh Toulous Slipperfield Holiday Cottages Beautiful lakeside self catering cottages, 15 minutes drive to Rosslyn, 30 minutes drive to Edinburgh. Dogs welcome. Golf, Fishing, Walking, Mountain Biking all nearby. weekly lets available Tel: +44 (0)1968 660401 Bookings/Contact: cottages@slipperfield.com Ivory House 4 Star Guest House PEACEFUL VICTORIAN HOUSE with beautiful gardens and private free parking. Romantic rooms. View our video. www.ivory-house.co.uk Tel: +44(O)1875 820755 Bookings/Contact: barbara@ivory-house.co.uk Carlethan House Beautiful **** star Georgian home set in an acre of landscaped garden with free car parking. Only about 15 minutes by bus or car from Rosslyn Chapel and central Edinburgh. See our video on www.carlethan-house.co.uk Tel:+44(0)131 663 7047 Bookings/Contact: carlethan@aol.com The Abington Hotel Whether you are looking for a base to tour the Scottish Borders, the Clyde Valley or for visiting Glasgow and Edinburgh the Abington Hotel is the perfect location. Tel: +44 (0)1864 502467 Fax: +44 (0)1864 502 223 The Guesthouse @ Eskbank Enchanting Guesthouse @ Eskbank, 4 star B&B and vacation rentals - in beautiful walled garden grounds within the Eskbank Conservation area - Rosslyn Chapel 4m. 1m Edinburgh-Bypass (A720) Tel: +44 (0)131 663 3291 Bookings/Contact: guesthouse@eskbank.scot.cc Glencorse House Near Penicuik, minutes from Roslin. is a private Georgian house set in 17 acres with accommodation in superb surroundings. Also a stunning wedding venue with own Kirk. Tel: +44 (0)1968 676406 Fax: +44 (0)1968 676543 Bookings/Contact: vivien@ecosse.net Braid Hills Hotel The Braid Hills Hotel is the nearest quality hotel to Rosslyn Chapel. Only 10 minutes away and 10 minutes from the city centre. Tel: +44 (0)131 447 8888 Fax: +44 (0)131 452 8477 Bookings/Contact: bookings@braidhillshotel.co.uk Gorton House & Cottages on Roslin Glen Quality self-catering accommodation (7 units, sleep 2 - 7) set in seven acres on the southside of Roslin Glen. Views across the river to Rosslyn Chapel. Tel: +44 (0)131 440 4332 Fax: +44 (0)131 440 1779 Bookings/Contact: info@gorton.plus.com Glencairn Cottage, Moffat Located in a conservation area, this attractive 100 year old 鈥榟ome-from-home鈥?offers comfortable and cosy self-catering accommodation in a quiet street just yards from Moffat's pleasant town centre. Tel: +44 (0)1324 841 633 Bookings/Contact: glencairn@scot24.co.uk Ashlar Court Situated between Peebles and Innerleithen in the Scottish Borders, Ashlar Court is a short and beautifully scenic drive to Rosslyn Chapel. Visit Our Site. Tel: +44 (0)7952 960626 Bookings/Contact: philburnside@gmail.com North Berwick is an old ex-fishing town about one hour to the East. Peebles is about one hour to the South. Old market town on the River Tweed. Both towns are 'typical' and quite interesting. Been to both. (many times) |
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