Eastside Farm Holiday Cottages 

Within a 10mile radius of Eastside farm, you will find an abundance of things to see and do. We've listed just a few below. Click on the name for more details.

City of Edinburgh

Dynamic Earth takes you on a journey of discovery from the beginning of time through the present day into the future.

Edinburgh Botanics houses many wonders of the plant kingdom in its grounds that include a world famous rock garden.

Edinburgh Castle dominates the city skyline and is host to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Edinburgh Dungeon shows the gruesome side of the city's history!

Edinburgh Zoo has the world's largest penguin pool!

Holyrood Palace was Mary Queen of Scots home and is the Queen's official residence in Scotland.

National Galleries of Scotland exhibit old masters and modern art in 4 specialist galleries.

National Trust Properties, The Georgian House and Gladstone's Land give insight into typical Edinburgh houses of the 18th and 17th century respectively.

STOP PRESS: See more for less - get a Trust touring pass. For details, click on National Trust.

Museum of Childhood is a treasure house full of children's toys from past to present day.

Royal Yacht Britannia now resides in all her glory in Edinburgh's Port of Leith.

Royal Observatory Visitor Centre is seeing stars!

Scottish Whisky Heritage Centre educates about our national drink and gives adults a free taste!

Coast and Countryside

From the doorstep to within a 15 mile radius of Eastside you will find:

Deep Sea World where you can walk (and stay dry) among the fish!

Hopetoun House - undoubtedly one of Scotland's finest stately homes with fantastic views of the Forth road and rail bridges.

Pentland Hills Regional Park is all around you! Feel free to explore the many walks in Robert Loius Stevenson's "Hills of Home"!  Click here for more scenes of Eastside Farm. Guide books available in the cottages.

Rosslyn Chapel - a unique 15th century chapel renowned for its Gothic style and rich carvings.

Scottish Sea Bird Centre  where you can view puffins, gannets and other seabirds up close using interactive cameras.

Tantallon Castle set on the edge of a sea cliff! Climb the battlements for panoramic views!

STOP PRESS: See more for less! Get a Historic Scotland touring pass. For details, click on Tantallon Castle. 

Activities

Golf - play where Mary Queen of Scots played! Musselburgh Links Tel: 0131-665-5438. Click on Golf to access lots of other good local courses.

Cycling - get on your bike and tour Pentland Park (mountain bike required) or the region using local cycle ways. Click on cycling for information on routes. Hire your bike from Robin Williamson at www.biketrax.co.uk

Fishing - catch a trout for your supper! There are lots of local lochs where you can try your luck but one of the best local ones is Loganlea. Phone Alec Jack on 01968 676329.

Edinburgh International Festival and Fringe

Click here to find out more about the world renowned Edinburgh International Festival and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe which are staged every year in August.

Places to eat

Taste of Scotland - click here to check out the best places to eat Scottish cuisine.

Edinburgh Food Guide will inform you of the best places to eat in the city.

Good Local Restaurants-all within a few miles of Eastside

Flotterstone Inn

Pub and restaurant food just off the A702 on your way into Edinburgh. Tel. 01968 673717.

The Allan Ramsay Hotel

Lovely old coaching Inn along the A702 in Carlops. Delicious food served all week 12 midday until 9.00pm weekdays with special menus served Friday and Saturday nights 6.30pm until 9.30pm and Sunday roasts served 12.30pm until 9.30pm. Booking required for all meals. Tel: 01968 660258.

The Howgate

Old farm building turned into characterful eaterie situated on the A6094 between the villages of Howgate and Leadburn. Bistro food or posh restaurant fare. Tel: 01968 670000.

Le Tout P'ti

A very good bistro restaurant and patisserie in Penicuik where you can bring your own wine. Tel: 01968 679217.