Carefully selected self-catering homes, hotels, pubs and B&Bs
We've visited every place and chosen them for their warmth and character
Our collection spans the UK, Ireland, France, Italy, Spain and Portugal
You book direct with the owners, with no fees or fuss from us
The Stockbridge Apartment
Edinburgh
Holyrood Cottage
Edinburgh
The Woodshed
Penicuik, Edinburgh
Eastside Cartshed
Penicuik, Edinburgh
Garden Apartment, St Bernard's Crescent
Stockbridge, Edinburgh
Byre Cottage
Penicuik, Edinburgh
Personally inspected, thoughtfully chosen
Every Sawday’s holiday cottage is inspected in person before it joins our collection. We divide visits across our team, allowing each inspector to experience the place, spend time with the owners and explore the surrounding area as a guest would.
Seeing a place for ourselves helps us understand the details that make the home and its connection to the neighbourhood special. That’s how we found elegant Georgian apartments in Stockbridge, where the owner has left a wicker basket for you to fill with artisan deli finds just moments away, and a beautifully kept farm with Scandinavian-inspired interiors and hosts who bring you as many logs from their home grown timber as you need.
Holiday cottages in Edinburgh for every type of holiday
Why choose a holiday cottage in Edinburgh with Sawday’s?
✓ The best of city and countryside. Choose between stylish city apartments and cottages on the edge of Holyrood Park or a working farm just outside Edinburgh with walks from the door and a wood-fired sauna.
✓ Explore without relying on the car. Edinburgh’s compact centre is easy to explore on foot, while the tram connects the airport with the city centre and all the way through Leith to Newhaven, making navigating your way around the city simple.
✓ Experience Edinburgh like a local. Browse Stockbridge’s Sunday market, walk beside the Water of Leith, discover independent cafés and bookshops, then return somewhere that feels like a home away from home.
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Holiday cottages in Edinburgh FAQs
Can I book directly with the owner?
Yes, rather than booking through a third party, you’ll book directly with the owner of your chosen holiday cottage, giving you the chance to ask questions, discuss your stay and receive local tips before you arrive. It’s a more personal way to book, with no booking fees from Sawday’s.
Can I book a holiday cottage in Edinburgh city centre?
Yes, our collection includes holiday cottages and self-catering apartments within walking distance of many of Edinburgh’s best-known attractions, including the Royal Mile and Princes Street.
Is Edinburgh a good destination for a weekend break?
Yes, Edinburgh is compact enough to explore over a long weekend, with world class museums, historic landmarks, independent shops, excellent foodie scene and beautiful parks all within easy reach of one another.
Do you have holiday cottages near the Edinburgh Fringe?
Yes, our centrally located holiday cottages and apartments are ideal if you’re visiting during the Edinburgh Fringe, giving you easy access to venues across the city while offering somewhere comfortable to return to after a busy day.
Can I stay outside Edinburgh but still visit the city easily?
Yes, we have holiday cottages just outside Edinburgh, on the edge of the Pentland Hills, around ten miles from the city centre. They’re an ideal choice if you’d like countryside walks and peaceful surroundings while keeping Edinburgh within easy reach.
Are your Edinburgh holiday cottages dog friendly?
Use our ‘Pets Welcome’ filter to find dog-friendly holiday cottages where you and your four-legged companion can enjoy nearby parks, riverside walks and green spaces.
Do your holiday cottages have parking?
You can use our search filter ‘Parking on premises’, to find holiday cottages with parking, making it easier if you’re arriving by car or planning to explore beyond Edinburgh during your stay.