🍂 Why you’ll love our Chalet this Autumn: 🏆 Top 5% of homes on Airbnb – comfort & hosts you can trust ⛰️ Golden views of the Pentland Hills under crisp autumn skies 🍁 Woodland walks & leaf-crunching hikes right from your door 📖 Our insider guidebook is packed with hidden gems for all ages 🛋️ Cosy retreat for couples or a welcoming base for families & dogs 🏰 Just 20 mins to Edinburgh’s historic streets & castles

We’re a couple of doctors based in Edinburgh who love to make the most of the great outdoors – from early morning autumn runs in to family cycle rides and encouraging our children to play outside in every season. Hosting has been part of our lives for over 8 years, and we enjoy welcoming guests, sharing our favourite local spots, and offering tips that help you experience Edinburgh and the Pentlands at its most colourful time of year.

🍂 Your Autumn Chalet Escape – Cozy Comfort Meets City & Nature Welcome to your peaceful retreat on the edge of Edinburgh – the perfect base for autumn wanderers, city explorers, and those who love crisp days outdoors and cozy nights in. Here’s what makes the season here so special: 🍁 Pentland Hills on Your Doorstep – Step straight from the garden into 24,000 acres of trails dressed in golden autumn colours. Perfect for bracing walks, cycling, and quiet moments surrounded by nature. 🏙️ Close to Edinburgh’s Autumn Buzz – A 20-minute drive or 30-minute bus ride (stop just 100m away) takes you into the city, alive with autumn festivals, historic charm, and candlelit pubs. ⛷️ 5 Minutes to Hillend Ski Slope – Feel the chill early with skiing and snowboarding against a backdrop of turning leaves. 🌊 20 Minutes to Ratho’s Lost Shore Surf Resort & Climbing Arena – Brave the waves or scale new heights before warming up with something hearty nearby. 🌾 25 Minutes to East Lothian – Swap sandy summer beaches for bracing sea air, windswept walks, and dramatic coastal views. 🚴 30 Minutes to Glentress Mountain Biking – Trails take on a new magic in the cooler air, with woodland canopies glowing in autumn light. 🌄 Walk up Caerketton Hill – Just 15–20 minutes from your door, catch sunsets that paint the sky in warm autumn hues, with sweeping views over Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth. 🍽️ Lots of Local Restaurants to pick from, including The Flotterstone Inn (10 min drive) – Cosy pub-style restaurant right at the foot of the hills. Great for hearty meals and local ales.🍷 The Sun Inn (15 mins drive) – Award-winning gastropub known for its fine dining with a relaxed vibe.