| pets are welcome for a fee. amenities include a casual brasserie/bar, along with 2 golf courses and equestrian facilities. set on a 700-acre working farm on the outskirts of edinburgh and at the foot of the pentland hills, these traditional stone cottages are less than 5 miles from both the national museum of scotland and edinburgh castle. . the 6 cottages feature free wi-fi, tvs and dvd players, as well as private parking and gardens. minimum-stay rules may apply. they also provide sofabeds and full kitchens
Edinburgh Airport 24 min
Rosslyn Chapel (14 min)
Intricately carved chapel built in 1446, featured in The Da Vinci Code movie, with history talks. National Museum of Scotland (19 min)
Bright modern museum housing Scottish industrial history relics, natural history displays and cafe. The Real Mary King's Close (21 min)
Hidden streets from the 1600s below the Royal Mile, accompanied by tales from costumed guides. Camera Obscura & World of Illusions (22 min)
Long-standing tower with five floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions. Royal Mile (22 min) Palace of Holyroodhouse (22 min)
The 16th-century palace of the Stuarts, with tours of royal reception rooms, antiques and relics. St Giles' Cathedral (21 min)
Grand, Gothic medieval building and Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach. Scott Monument (25 min)
Spirelike Victorian memorial in honour of the writer Sir Walter Scott, with 287 steps to the top. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (25 min)
Manicured 70-acre gardens with palm house and temporary exhibitions, kids' events, tours and cafes. Edinburgh Castle (22 min)
An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland. Calton Hill (25 min)
Prominent hill with neoclassical monuments & sweeping views of the city skyline & Edinburgh Castle. Arthur's Seat (36 min)
Mountain offering hikes from moderate to advanced, plus panoramic city & Firth of Forth views. Scottish National Gallery (22 min)
National collection includes European masterpieces and Scottish works, with seasonal exhibitions. The Scotch Whisky Experience (22 min)
Attraction telling the tale of Scotland's national drink with high-tech exhibits and a barrel ride. Edinburgh Zoo (17 min)
Large parkland zoo offering keeper talks, hands-on animal encounters and free hilltop safari rides. | 
