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Located just a stone’s throw away from the beach, this Scottish Baronial Estate offers a luxurious and family-friendly escape. Relax in the private walled gardens or unwind with superfast Fibre Wifi, Netflix, and Amazon Prime.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 115600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Charming, family sized period Villa 5 minutes from the beach

  • If you’re looking for a luxurious and family-friendly escape in Scotland, look no further than this stunning Scottish Baronial Estate. Built in 1780, this property boasts 5 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, providing ample space for your entire family to relax and unwind.

    Located just a stone’s throw away from the beach and within walking distance to the train station, this estate offers the perfect location for exploring Scotland. Hop on a train and arrive in Edinburgh’s Waverly station in just 12 minutes, or take a leisurely 18-minute ride to the seaside town of North Berwick.

    With over an acre of private walled gardens, you can enjoy your own little slice of Scottish paradise. The estate also comes with private parking for up to 10 cars, so you won’t have to worry about finding a spot to park.

    Entertainment options are abundant in this estate, with superfast Fibre Wifi, Netflix, and Amazon Prime available for your use. Your children will have a blast playing basketball or badminton on the court or swinging on the estate’s playground. With so many fun activities to choose from, this property truly has something for everyone.

    Whether you’re looking for a peaceful family vacation or an adventure-packed trip exploring Scotland’s rich history and culture, this Scottish Baronial Estate is the perfect destination. Book your stay now and experience all that Scotland has to offer in comfort and luxury.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 5,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, family sized period Villa 5 minutes from the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming, family sized period Villa 5 minutes from the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, family sized period Villa 5 minutes from the beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming, family sized period Villa 5 minutes from the beach located?

This family-friendly Prestonpans villa is located near the beach, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Musselburgh Racecourse, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Seton Sands and Portobello Beach. Dalkeith Country Park and Vogrie Country Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). Prestonpans Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

james g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really a neat, old, clean, well furnished house with a great vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous property, wonderful stay!

Loved our stay! House was perfect for our entire family traveling together to Edinburgh. Close to train, host offered excellent restaurant recommendations, clean, spacious, beautiful gardens. Host communicated regularly and check-in was super easy. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very enjoyable stay

A group of 10 (5 couples) from Canada came to enjoy the sights and sounds of Edinburgh , including the Tattoo . This house was just perfect for our group , so much room in the house and easy to get the train into Edinburgh
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Friend Reunion

An amazing house for three different families from three different countries reuniting. Plenty of space indoors and out! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot and Perfect accommodation!

Had a friend's reunion up here and the location and house are perfect for large groups. Lovely house to relax in and only a short train ride away from central Edinburgh as well. Communications with Ferhan were seamless as were the check in and check out process with him in person. If staying up near Edinburgh would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 6 adults and 4 children staying here and overall it completely met our needs. We enjoyed family dinners in the kitchen. Each family had their own bedroom and bathroom facilities. From start to end our host was so communicative and helpful and attended to any issue so promptly. We enjoyed staying away from the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh and the property is secluded and quiet. Great for the kids to run around and play. Great access to beautiful beaches, public transportation to Edinburgh and surrounding communities. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Four Nights at Windings Manor

This was the best VRBO experience I've had to date. The host came to let us in the first day and gave us a detailed tour of the property. He had several pages of instructions and recommendations for local sights and dining. The property was a magnificent 18th-century manor that had been updated with modern features, e.g. kitchen, showers. It was relatively easy to get to the train station, plus the grocery store was on the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyndee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lucky 7

Ferhan is an awesome host- met us at the house and spend an hour of his time going through house specifics on the evening when our flights were late. He was very responsive and helpful. At check out time he came over and checked on us and even took our luggage to the train as we were walking to the train location. House is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shona J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family wedding weekend

Ideal location for family to stay when attending family wedding close by
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying at this house is a special experience. Ferhan was very thorough at check in and was helpful for any questions. We will not soon forget about our stay in this beautiful manor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Justin Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice property. A few minor issues for our group - eg not as many king beds as advertised - but a very enjoyable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great last minute stay!

We were desperate for a place to stay when our prior arrangements were unacceptable. The communication was terrific, and the place was lovely. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely accommodations

This beautiful period home has lots of cool history and is a wonderful space for a large family to stay and spread out. The owners have put in a lot of time and energy into the details of the house and were extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing mansion of a house. Beautifully accented, each room tells a story of its own. Lots of room to spread out and enjoy family company. The baby grand was a beautiful touch, both in its beauty and sound. We had two piano players in our group and enjoyed the music for each night we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip to Scotland

We had 7 total in our party and we all enjoyed this house. It was placed in a beautiful neighborhood that was convenient to get into the city or get on the expressway to get to neighboring activities. Ferhan was a great host and helped us get reservations at a local restaurant and answer general questions about the area. We all would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for large it small grouo

For a “period” home is very comfortable and inviting. It is located close enough to Edinburgh that it is easy to get there, but far enough away to have privacy and quiet. The house is close to the beach , easy walk. Other sites are within a1/2hour to hour drive. The property manager was very helpful with checkil in and made excellent for restaurants and pubs. Also responsive if we had questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quint W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home in Prestonpons

What a beautiful home and stay. The host and his family are truly wonderful and friendly. It has all the necessary elements needed for a great stay. The surronding gardens of the home are extrmely peaceful and beautiful and have a very peaceful and calming effect when returning back to the home after traveling around the surrounding sites of Ediburgh, Stirling and other sites of interest. we were given a few suggestions for the local restaurants for take out, we used two of them as it was easier for a party of 9. Both options were great! Iwould also suggest a early morning walk on the coast and even a little seaching for Seaglass amongst the rocks, you'll find some more treasures other than the peaceful stroll on the walkway and grassy path as you overlook the small city and the beasutiful coastline. Overall a great stay and I highly recommend a stay here in Prestonpons. A bonus was getting to know the host as well. Very pleasant and helpful. we would return for sure. Quint & Chelly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022