Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and one of the largest cities in the United Kingdom. The city is mostly known for its art, scenic views, amazing landscapes and Scottish history embedded in tales of literature. The coastal Forth Bridges are a crossover for cyclists and tourists who want to enjoy a walk while admiring eye-catching views of Scotland and the sea. Edinburgh also celebrates its own arts festival, Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Aside from these, beautiful parks, national museums, beaches and rural countryside abound in this city.
Come and make the best of your time by staying in comfy accommodation surrounded by nature. Read on for the best cabin rentals near Edinburgh, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status. recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 09, 2024.
1. The Black Studio (from USD 120)
The Black Studio is a very cosy and secluded cabin boasting a sleek facade of black walls, light-wash wood and glass. Located in Edinburgh, the cabin is surrounded by grasslands that offer a great spot for a walk in nature to start your day. The cabin also has a large interior with one bedroom, one-and-a-half bathrooms and a nice living area for reading books and watching sunsets from the glass window.
Good for a maximum of two guests, this home is a perfect option for a couple who wants to spend a romantic weekend in the city.
2. Stunning log cabin with a garden (from USD 129)
Wonder what it’s like to live in a fairytale cabin surrounded by greenery and stunning flora? You can find out with a stay in this secluded home in Auchtertool. Here, you can enjoy access to a garden filled with colourful blooms. Wake up and enjoy the sunlight beaming on you from the skylight in the attic bedrooms. You can also bring your pets along, with a maximum of two well-behaved fur babies.
The cabin is equipped with all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay, including warm water and a log burner for chilly winter nights. You can also play board games, read books and bond with your family with the child-friendly materials provided.
3. Secluded sea-facing cabin (from USD 85)
This cabin is located in the rural village of North Queensferry, with a river offering picturesque views for anyone who chooses to stay here. The spacious home has one bedroom, an equipped bathroom and a medium-size kitchen with a microwave. There is also Wi-Fi and a TV provided for your entertainment.
The outdoor deck has a barbecue for grilling up tasty meals and a seating area where you can look around for an amazing view of the surrounding nature. Transportation is also easily accessible, as you can catch a 25-minutes train or bus ride to Edinburgh just 750 m (2,460.6 ft) and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away respectively.
Top guest reviews
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the view was lovely with chairs and tables outsidelovely area the cabin was well equipped including bathroom products and bread milk tea coffee sugar & eggscabin was so comfortable and cozyCleanliness:
very clean and had everything we neededHost:
they were very kind to accommodate our requestpat and micheal wonderful hostsowners were welcoming and accommodating to our needsowners very friendly and informative about the areaRead more reviewsLocation:
we expected a great location and got exactly thatthe location is perfect for exploring fife and edinburghit is in a beautiful location and we both loved itwow what a fantastic location beautiful scenery cabin do warm and cosy and had everything we could possibly need
4. Cosy cabin with a deck (from USD 125)
If you’re an animal lover at heart, then this cabin is perfect for you. This lodging is home to the host’s friendly dog who you are allowed to play with throughout your stay. The rental is located in a secluded place surrounded by lush green grass, offering a wide area for your kids to play ball and make friends with the four-legged companion.
Inside, there are spacious beds, a small kitchenette and a fully functional bathroom for guests to access. You can also enjoy nice sunsets sitting on the patio and sharing a good chat with your mates.
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a nice and cosy cottage which provides all facilities you may need during your staythe house has everithing you need for a real comfortable stay including coffee tea and biscuitsit had everything we needed and more fantastic hosts great location for visiting scotland amazing wifi loved itwarm comfortable and quiet surroundingsCleanliness:
lovely clean and comfy just what we neededclean beds and bathroom make you feel like at homeexcellent hosts very clean and cosy cabin with everything required very relaxing and peacefulit’s nice clean and big enough for our family of fourit was also very clean and mike and sandy have made excellent use of the spaceHost:
mike and sandy are an amazing host and made us feel at homemike and sandy were very helpful and nicemike and sandy are great hosts full of local knowledge and tipscosy and comfortable and great hostshosts provide great tips how to get places & were very generous through highly recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
very cozy cabin with perfect location very close to the airportideal location for the park and ride into edinburghchild friendly great location lovely local pub short distance awaygreat location for the airport with a good gastro pub 10 minutes awayits in a great location warm and cozy spot
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5. Belstane Log Cabin (from USD 189)
The cabin is situated away from the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh, nestled in the rural community of West Lothian and near Pentland Hills Regional Park. Travellers such as hikers and bikers are sure to love a stay in this nature’s nest. The host also welcomes you and your pet for a comfortable and hassle-free trip.
This home has two bedrooms with five beds, good for four guests. Necessary amenities are also available for you to access, including a kitchen, laundry facilities and an indoor fireplace. You can sit back and relax with a pleasant view of the surrounding nature right from your living room with expansive windows.
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beds were super comfyCleanliness:
clean and nicevery clean and compliant with all stadards during covid timesso spacious and clean and comfortable fabulous location and it had everything a person could needthe cabin is very comfortable and clean in a beautiful and private locationHost:
the owners are very accommodating and friendlyvery welcoming and helpful hostsfantastic hosts and the lodge and outside area are in pristine conditionthe belstrane cabin is lovely the hosts have thought of everything you might need and supplied itRead more reviewsLocation:
stunning cabin in beautiful locationquiet relaxing location as described would stay againspoilt for choice for so many great walks around the local area
6. Lochinvar Clydesdale Log Cabin (from USD 189)
If you need a break from the city, you might want to consider this elegant cabin in Plains. Perfect for two guests, this cosy offers a romantic getaway for you and your partner. Here, you can spend time relaxing in the hot tub, cuddling up on the plush couch or warming up by the fire pit.
Your stay also comes with a complimentary bottle of wine which you can enjoy with meals cooked in the equipped kitchen.
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a very nice clean and quiet placevery clean and hot tub is amazing defo recommendthe place was spotless and the hot tub was amazingso peaceful and cleanthe place was clean and tidy and has everything you needHost:
host is very good at communicating and friendlylynda is an amazing host who answered questions nice and quicklythe host was outstanding and was very attentivelynda is a great host and was always fast to respond if we had any queriesfriendly welcome brilliant host private hot tub nice cosy log cabinRead more reviewsLocation:
location was very nice sat in the hot tub looking out at the greenery
7. Willowmere Cottage (from USD 426)
Located in the beauty of the countryside, Willowmere Cottage offers lush greenery, a large backyard and relaxing furniture for a comfortable stay. This self-contained cabin can accommodate seven people in spacious bedrooms, with entertainment facilities such as a TV with Netflix and other streaming services for a fun movie marathon.
You can also make use of the private hot tub, spot wildlife such as birds and end your day with a mesmerizing view from the private backyard or patio.
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we had a very relaxing comfortable few days hereCleanliness:
the cabin was spotlessly clean and such a gorgeous spaceHost:
andrea was the perfect hostandrea and her daughter were amazing hostsandrea was a wonderful and thoughtful host and we felt very welcomedthe host couldn’t have been more welcoming and accommodatinggorgeous lodge with amazing hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
what a beautiful lodge in a great location right near the lochthe log cabin is a real log cabin in a truly peaceful and private location
8. Aitherine cabin (from USD 139)
The cabin is located in the countryside, surrounded by a small orchard. The rooms are large with plush beds, bunk beds for kids, and a modern bathroom. If you enjoy cooking then you can use the barbecue to grill up some meals which you can enjoy on the patio.
Also, for families travelling with kids, you can request a cot and a high chair prior to booking to keep your little ones comfortable.
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extra plus if you’re a cat fan - jasper in particular is very friendlywonderful stay at debbie and gavin’s peaceful cabin tastefully decorated with an extremely comfy bedCleanliness:
stylish decor well equipped and so clean and comfortablelovely clean and cosy cabin in a great locationHost:
the hosts were so friendly and kind and we really enjoyed our time theregavin and debbie are friendly hostsdebbie and gavin are friendly helpful and attentive hostsa brilliant place in a beautiful spot with wonderful hostsdebbie and gavin couldn’t have been more helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for exploring fifelovely accomodation in a very peaceful locationour stay was fantastic and the property was in a beautiful countryside locationamazing find close to saint andrews and dundeeit’s a great place to stay very comfortable and homely and i’d recommend it to anyone
9. Buttercup Bothy (from USD 182)
Located on Snowplough Meadow in a private secluded area, Buttercup Bothy is built to make your vacation stay tranquil. The outside deck has a comfortable seating area with an umbrella to protect you from the sunlight during the day. The cabin also offers plenty of convenient amenities for its guests, including a private driveway and a kitchen.
As the home is surrounded by nature, you can enjoy cycling, hiking, and biking while taking in the wonderful scenery.
Top guest reviews
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very comfortable with everything you need and a beautuful viewexceptionally comfortable beds a stunning view and sparkling clean throughoutCleanliness:
so clean and homelygreat clean space in wonderful placethe bothy itself was clean and cosy and i will definitely be looking to visit againbeautiful pleace very clean and with good servicesgreat little cabin spacious and very cleanHost:
the host isla responded to questions very promptly and made us feel very welcomeisla and derek are fabulous hostsisla was a great host very friendly and there to greet us on arrivalisla was very helpfulisla and derek are great hosts very friendly and responsivelyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and immaculatea lovely location and perfect for a small family get awaythere are plenty of great hikes within walking distancethe bothy was amazing and the location is breathtakinga short drive to auchterarder which is lovely and a short walk to the local pub
10. Bizzyberry Lodge (from USD 189)
For your trip to South Lanarkshire, stay in a secluded and peaceful cabin with your family and friends, such as Bizzyberry Lodge. Its location offers views of Tinto Hill and lots of lush nature. Though pets aren’t allowed, you are sure to spot a farm animal or two in the surrounding countryside.
The ground floor includes a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a wide seating area where you can spend your leisure time. You can also soak in the private hot tub nestled in a garden on-site.
Top guest reviews
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the lodge was so cleanthe accommodation is beautiful and exceptionally cleanspotlessly clean and has everything you could possibly needthe beautiful cabin was so clean and homely and had everything we neededwhat an exceptional place this is the place was very clean and welcomingHost:
our hosts were so helpful and friendly and on hand at a moment's noticelovely hosts who couldn’t be more helpful we look forward to returninglovely pleasant hosts and a stunning lodge will highly recommend to all friends and familywhat a lovely place with a brilliant hostrosemarie is very responsive and was on hand to answer any questions or help where neededRead more reviewsLocation:
we stayed in this beautiful location as a family of fouran amazing spot if you enjoy rural location hiking and peaceful morningsthe lodge is truly breathtaking in its beauty location and luxurythe lodge is the perfect place for a relaxing breakit is beautifully presented and is set in the most incredible location with views for miles
Go on vacation mode around Edinburgh
Tired of the hustle and bustle of life and need a good nature getaway? Travelling to Edinburgh will surely refresh your mind and soul. Visit this city and explore the mix of British and Scottish culture while renting one of the best cabins in the area for a wonderful stay.
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