Bramble Cottage, Fountainhall, Near Pencaitland, East Lothian

Bramble Cottage self-catering rental prices (per week):

Low season £530
Mid season £580
High season £630

Christmas and New Year (7 night only) - Please e-mail for availability and pricing.

Minimum short 3 night Breaks available :

Recent feedback from guests:

Gorgeous cottage, so peaceful & relaxing. Thank you for providing all the little extras. Dog loved his biscuits!
Stephanie & Claire (Oct 2020).

Lovely little cottage in a beautiful location - woods are worth exploring! Every little detail has been well thought of and we have loved our stay. Many thanks!
Clare & Alex - Norfolk (Oct 2020).

Fantastic, spotless & well equipped. Attention to detail outstanding.
Thank you for sharing.
Caroline & Alan - Ayrshire (Oct 2020).

One of the best cottages we have stayed at. Everything taken into account. Very peaceful, just what we needed during these Covid times. Many, many thanks Suzie & Glenn.
Pam & Jimmy - Liverpool (Sept 2020).

Beautiful cottage & peaceful location. Ideal Covid-19 break. Everything you could think of provided & more! Very thoughtful thank you so much for everything.
Keep safe.
Lynn & Kevin (Sept 2020).

We had a fabulous break and enjoyed htis beautiful cottage with lots of lovely touches, thank you.
Sandra & Andrew (Sept 2020).

We finally made it to Bramble after our initial dates were postponed due to lockdown. Worth the wait! Everything provided including umbrellas which were utilised! Thank you.
Alison & Gordon - Dundee (Aug 2020).

We have had a wonderful stay in this lovely cottage and beautiful location for our honeymoon. We will be back - thank you so much for having us ❤.
Rosie & Brendan - Herfordshire (Aug 2020).

Probably the best cottage we have ever stayed in. Every detail was absolute perfection and just being there relaxed us. Suzie was a brilliant host and had laid on some lovely supplies to get us started.
Sophie, Scott & Hamish (Aug 2020).

Suzie and Glenn - Thank you so much for your hospitality. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to return again x.
Michael says "Best Yet!" - Praise indeed from a taciturn Yorkshire man.
Fiona & Michael - Leeds (July 2020).

Just back from a 3-night break at Bramble Cottage and it was outstanding. Spotlessly clean, very well equipped, gorgeous cottage in rural area but within 10 minutes from villages/towns. A peaceful haven where Suzie has thought of absolutely everything you could possibly wish for in a holiday cottage. We loved it (as did our dog!).
Heather & Gerry - Aberdeenshire (July 2020).

First class establishment, well deserves it’s 5 star status.
Rosemary & Norman - Strathpeffer (July 2020).

Very much enjoyed out stay in your beautiful cottage. Thank you for hamper etc. lots of lovely touches.
Terri & Peter, Devon (Oct 2019).

Thank you for a very comfortable stay in your beautiful cottage. You made us feel very welcome from the moment we arrived. So many lovely thoughtful extras (inc the fabulous hamper) made our stay truly special.
Thank you and hope to see you again in the future.
Laura, Lake District (Sept 2019).

It’s amazing how everything in this cottage has been thought of. Equipped and furnished with style and taste and love for the detail, this tailor-made retreat is a cottage to enjoy and come back to.
Gudrun & Michael, Germany (Sept 2019).

Fantastic holiday made even better by being able to come back to a cottage we called home. Our hosts have made us feel very comfortable and we are sad to leave.
Margaret & Jack, Kent (Aug 2019).

Exceptional Cottage! Bramble truly is a little piece of paradise in Scotland. Not our first visit and won’t be our last. Perfect stay - everything we needed. Thank you! xx
Jackie & John, North Wales (Aug 2019).

A wonderful haven in the cottage. All you could wnat and need you have done it all. Thank you.
Maureen & Michael Milroy, Sydney Australia (July 2019).

Beautiful homely cottage - the perfect weekend getaway - full of thoughtful extras.
I did have high expectations from your Airbnb entry but they were certainly exceeded. None of us could think of any way to improve your superb accommodation and hospitality. We can’t recommend your place highly enough!Ruth & alex, Outer Hebrides (July 2019).

We agree with all of the foregoing superlatives! You really go "the extra mile" including driving me to my stranded car!
Sylvia & Dennis, Surrey (July 2019).

Cottage worthy of 5 star rating. Good location for exploring East Lothian and Edinburgh.
Val & Pete, Malmesbury (June 2019).

We came back in this wonderful Bramble Cottage for a second time. And it was a nice time again.
Imtrud & Peter, Germany (May 2019).

Excellent! All the amazing extras not expected = well deserved 5*’s. Thank you.
Kaye & Phil Johnson, Leics (April 2019).

Second time we stayed in this lovely cottage. Peace and quiet and lots of animals to see. Everything is perfect x.
Liselotte & Jan, Norway (March 2019).

The 5 stars are well deserved!
Many thanks for you hospitality ❤
Phyllis and James, Kilmarnock (March 2019).

Great Cottge, we had a lovely & relaxing weekend. Hamper was fantastic. Thank you.
Benita & Marco, Edinburgh (Feb 2019).

Thanks again to you both for making another Christmas say perfect in every way xxxx.
Mary & Michael, Wolverhampton (Christmas 2018).

We had a fantastic (and very comfortable stay). Made all the better for the unexpected treats on our arrival xxxxx
Hayely & David, Suffolk (November 2018).

Wow! Fab cottage. Attention to detail superb. Batteries well and truly recharged xx.
Margaret & Tom, North Lanarkshire (October 2018).

The most idyllic spot for a wee cottage. Have loved our stay and the special touches, hamper, bubbles & flowers. Will recommend & return x.
Kerry & Duncan (September 2018).

What a treat to stay here. Like a hotel - toiletries, robes, slippers and without doubt the best Welcome pack ever! Thanks so much.
David & Chris, London (September 2018).

Wonderful, magical stay at Bramble Cottage. So sad to leave. Great hosts.
Michele & Mimmo, Kent (September 2018).

Bramble Cottage is everything you wish for and more! Beautiful setting, warm welcome and thoughtful extras which were much appreciated. We’ll be spreading the word and hopefully be returning in the not too distrant future. Thank youso much.
Doreen & Geoff, Devon (August 2018).

Thank you so much for a perfect vacation in your beautiful cottage! We had the best of times!
Ellen & Alexander, Germany (August 2018).

The most AMAZING cottage! I was here whilst on a Fire Service driver training course and was the tranquility I needed - even sent a ’Good Luck’ care through the door.
Estelle, Scotland (August 2018).

Thank you! Thank you for ❤ that special time in that lovely Bramble Cottage with all its little surprises and perfect atmosphere .... we saw little rabbits, pheasants and jumping deer!
Hannah & Thomas, Germany (July 2018).

Incredible cottage with some phenomenally thoughtful touches & lovely hosts. Loved the stay, wish we could have stayed longer.
Caroline & Josh, Glasgow (July 2018).

The best cottage we have stayed in, every detail thought about and beautifully decorated! Wish we could stay longer! Thank you!
Gill & Danny, Buckinghamshire (July 2018).

Perfect hideaway to escape. Lovely cottage with extras a bonus. Loved our time here!!
Jenny & Alan, Selby (June 2018).

A true hidden gem .... ticks all the boxes. Superb location and Bramble Cottage is full of character. We can’t wait to come back.
Mandy & Alan, Lancashire (June 2018).

We leave here wishing we could stay longer, feeling totally recharged inspite of the all day party for lovely brother-in-law celebrating 60 years. Such a stunning cottage, 6 *s at LEAST!! Thank you x.
Peach & Bill, N. Devon (May 2018).

Thank you for the really lovely experience we had at Bramble Cottage. We were here for Asara to take part in the US Kids Golf Tournament & it was our ’Home away from Home’. Thank you for being such warm, supportive and wonderful hosts! Lots of love ❤ from the 3 of us!
We take back the TROPHY & LOTS OF GOOD MEMORIES!
Akshay, Richa & Asara, India (May 2018).

Thank you for making our stay so wonderful! We really appreciated all the little touches. Only wish we could have stayed longer.
Steven, Eleanor & Christina, Hampshire (Apr 2018).

Lovely cottage. Thanks for the little extras too! We have really enjoyed ourselves.
Charlotte & Lewis, Sunderland (Mar 2018).

Had a really good stay - lovely cottage.
Julie & Frank, Yorkshire (Feb 2018).

Thanks for a wonderful week - the perfect place for our honeymoon! xx
Fiona & Peter, Australia (Dec 2017).

What a beautiful & romantic cottage for newlyweds. 5* absolutely! All the little touches mean a lot. Thank you ❤
Anna & Guy, Kent (Dec 2017).

A perfect solution to a hectic round of visiting! A peaceful oasis with lots of extra treats.
Heather & Ray Williams (Nov 2017).

Thank you for a perfect place to celebrate our 20th Anniversary. Your extra special touches were fantastic. Wish we could stay longer. Perfect memories!!!
Naomi & Davey, Essex (Nov 2017).

A wonderful first visit to Scotland to celebrate a 30th Birthday! Warm welcoming with extra special touches. We hope to be back. Thank you x.
Hayley & Steve, West Yorkshire (Oct 2017).

Thanks for a wonderful short break in such a luxurious cottage. Enjoyed exploring the castles and nature reserves on the coast and returning each day to such a comfortable pad.
Jayne & Andrew, Fortwilliam (Oct 2017).

Suzie & Glenn, we have wanted for nothing in your amazing little cottage. Thank you! A great find. All your thoughtful touches made us so welcome.
Lynn & Gary, Aberdeenshire (Oct 2017).

Wonderful place with wonderful hosts!!
Angelika, Germany (Sept 2017)

Everything has been perfect!
Bramble Cottage is an absolute credit to you. Most definitely be back.
Thank you.
Angela & Damian, Lancashire (Jan 2017).

1st Year Anniversary celebrations ❤
We had such a delightful stay here at Bramble. Quite a contrast to where we celebrated our honeymoon in the Caribbean but just as sweet (Cozy/Romantic)! Thank you for everything. We hope to return soon!
Biana & Vishal, Lake District (Jan 2017).

We have loved everything about our stay, all the extra touches have just made it more perfect than we could have hoped for!
Thank you. We will be coming back!
Engaged 1/1/17 - Congratulations ❤
Alicia & Tom, Manchester (New Year 2016).

Absolutely fantastic week! Thank you Suzie and Glenn for such a lovely, warm welcome. Bramble Cottage is beautiful, scenery is stunning and the thoughtful, additional goodies made our Christmas stay ,,,,, PERFECT! xx
Mary & Michael, West Midlands (Christmas 2016).

Have had two wonderful stays @bramblecottage in 2007 and 2016! Beautiful! Thank you Suzie and Glenn for your generous and kind hospitality!
❤❤❤❤ V x.
Vicky, Australia (Nov 2016).

Our first romantic escape since our son was born 8 months ago. We loved staying at Bramble Cottage, this place is unique! Everything, even more romantic and ’Scottish’ than we dreamed!
Loved it ❤ we will be back.
Selina & Francesco, Italy (Nov 2016).

Thank you for a lovely 2nd stay at Bramble! It is our perfect hideaway. We shall be back!! xx
Susan & Jon, Netherlands (Oct 2016)

Truly a fairylandish stay! How wonderful was our stay at "Bramble". Thank you for welcoming us to your home.
Kathi & Don, Canada (Sept 2016)

Bravo to the Internet!
What a find! Attention to detail 1st Class. "Does everything it says on the tin".
Ruth & Bryan, Norwich (Sept 2016)

Lovely cottage to relax after exploring around about. Traprain Law - good walk and views super ... and ponies which graze upon it.
Lovely area and so quiet.
Carol & Tommy, Scottish Borders (Sept 2016)

Thank you very much, we had a wonderful time here. We love your cottage and really enjoyed the beautiful nature around!
Anja & Florian, Germany (Aug 2016)

Suzie & Glenn. thank you both. Bramble Cottage has been perfect to relax & enjoy E. Lothian. Many thanks for the welcoming basket of goodies!
We shall always have great memories of our stay.
Mary & Winton, Melbourne, Australia (Aug 2016)

Thank you so much for making this week so special. A marriage proposal has made it even more so. Will be back soon x.
Kerry & Carl, Staffordshire (July 2016).

Thank you Suzie & Glenn for this wonderful cottage. It was a perfect week for us. We will be joyful remembering this holiday. Hope to come back.
Ute & Jan, Germany (June 2016).

An absolutely gorgeous cottage. Thank you for making us feel so welcome and rested in your beautiful cottage. we are leaving feeling very sad to go back to the "big smoke" but also very rested. Thank you again we hope to be back soon.
Zosia and Brendan, London (May 2016).

Thank you Suzie & Glenn for such a warm welcome and for making our stay at your beautiful ’Bramble Cottage’ a very special one. You really have thought of everything! We have been extremely comfortable and are so pleased to have found somewhere we can rely on for a peaceful & relaxing time when we next return.
Shirley & John, Lincolnshire (May 2016).

We’ve had a great weekend at Bramble Cottage, nice little getaway from reality. We had amazing weather whilst we were here so that was just a huge plus! I am so happy that I came across this place & I will hopefully be back x.
Sophie & Warren, Teeside (May 2016).

Fantastic weekend at Bramble Cottage to celebrate my wife’s Birthday. It really couldn’t have been better! The cottage is so beautiful, with unexpected Birthday cake and bubbly waiting for us! A peaceful weekend in beautiful surroundings.
Many thanks again.
Sam & Colin, Coatbridge (Apr 2016).

Home from home!
Thanks again for a wonderful stay, loved it!
Liz & Robert, Beds (Mar 2016).

We had a fantastic. relaxing stay. Just what we needed! We will be back soon! Thank you.
Ali & Gerry, Yorkshire (Feb 2016).

Wonderful relaxing stay here in beautiful Bramble Cottage. We were absolutely blown away by your surprise New Year gift! Thank you for making our stay so special. We’re delighted to have found this place and can’t wait to rave about it and hopefully come back again soon.
Joanne & William, Derbyshire (Dec/Jan 2016)

Suzie & Glenn, we have had an absolutely wonderful stay at Bramble Cottage. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect place. We can’t wait to go back and tell our friends about his place!
Emma & James, Edinburgh (Dec 2015).

A completely relaxing break from start to finish in your beautiful cottage. Everything thought about and extras much appreciated. Wonderful base to explore the area then retreat home to. We don’t want to leave!
Lauren & Tom, West Yorkshire (Nov 2015).

Thank you Suzie & Glenn. Cottage lovely and cosy, ideal Autumn break.
Janette & Ian, Dundee (Nov 2015).

Thank you for making our Minimoon so special!
Kaye & Robbie - Lockerbie (Oct 2015).

Thanks to both of you. Beautiful cottage inside and out. Enjoyed everything. Perfect way to celebrate our Anniversary. "5 stars". Great location.
Cinci & Tony - Glasgow (Oct 2015).

Thank you Suzie & Glenn for a perfect stay at your Bramble Cottage. Beautiful. You have thought of everything. Thank you so much for all the special touches - truly a delight to be here.
Anita & Gary - West Yorkshire (Oct 2015).

Perfect place to stay while visiting my family. Everything was lovely. Thank you.
Susanne - Sydney Australia (Sept 2015).

Wonderful, relaxing days made cares decrease. Will be back. Thanks.
Mark, Simone & Hilary - Switzerland (Aug 2015).

Thank you both for a lovely week in your beautiful cottage. All the finishing touches are just perfect. Feel so relaxed, don’t want to leave. Love it.
Catherine & Dave - Preston (Aug 2015).

We’ve spent a wonderful week in Bramble Cottage. It felt like home! Peace and quiet was all around.
Suzie & Glenn, thanks for everything.
Annie & Carlos - Belgium (Aug 2015).

Fabulous cottage - It’s stunningly gorgeous here. You’ve thought of everything. Thank you - for making our stay so comfortable.
Christine & Ed - New Jersey USA (Aug 2015).

We were in between homes, arriving here to a beautiful cottage, which was well equipped, with all the extras made it a perfect ’home from home’. Thanks to Suzie & Glenn who were the perfect hosts. We would highly recommend.
Mary & Ron - Edinburgh (July 2015).

Thank you so much, what an amazing cottage. Feeling so relaxed and chilled. Just what the doctor ordered x.
Lynne & Ian - Glasgow (July 2015).

Thank you so much - we arrived, closed the door and were in Brigadoon! The world disappeared. Everything a holiday should be was fulfilled. We are refreshed & revitalized.
Christine & Graham - Lincolnshire (June 2015).

Thank you for a perfect time in a perfect cottage. We enjoyed every day "Wonderful".
Christiane & Christian - Germany (May 2015).

A beautiful, well-equipped cottage. Perfect for our minimoon! All of the wee extra touches were just perfect. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Jenny & David, Haddington (May 2015).

Gle’ Math! Moran Taing.
Lovely Cottage, a great break. We’ll be back!
Lily Love the bed. Really comfortable!
Moran Taing, Lilidh.
Alan, Elizabeth & lily, Isle of Mull (April 2015).

Thanks for a wonderful stay. Your cottage is gorgeous.
Moria & Jason, Argyll And Bute (March 2015).

Thank you for this wonderful cottage. We loved this place and we come back. Everything was perfect. See you soon. Thank you Suzie & Glenn.
Helga and Friedhelm, Germany (February 2015).

Such a beautiful cottage! Thank you for making it so perfect. We would highly recommend! x.
Leigh and Bernard, Saltcoats (February 2015).

Such a lovely, cosy cottage with lovely places to visit nearby. Thanks for making it perfect - we will miss this place!
Sian and Martin, Surrey (December/January 2015).

A perfect get-away for x-mas! Cosy, romantic, utterly peaceful! We have loved every minute of it! Thank you very much.
Sissel & Damiano, Tuscany Italy (December 2014).

Thank you for making our first trip away with B so special. A lovely location and fantastic cottage.
Sarah, Ryan & Beatrix, Lancashire (October 2014).

Had a lovely week in your cosy cottage. Hamper & wine much appreciated. A very relaxing break.
Many thanks.
Sharon & Dessy, Northern Ireland (October 2014),

A lovely mini break spent in a beautiful cottage.
Sue & Paul, Lancashire (October 2014).

Home from home! Very relaxing. Thank you for the lovely hamper and welcome. We really enjoyed our visit to East Lothian.
Ailsa & Trevor, Lancashire (September 2014).

A lovely little cottage to spend the week in and relax. Thank you for the wonderful hamper you left us. We have had a wonderful week. Thank you Suzie & Glenn.
Rachael & Pat, Hereford (September 2014).

A beautiful, comfortable and luxurious cottage in a stunning part of the world. The perfect place for the first few days of our Honeymoon - thanks for all you did to make it so special.
Juliet & Matt, Cumbria (September 2014).

We wanted peace & quiet, what we got was serene tranquility. Absolutely fantastic, the perfect place to unwind. Thank you.
Judy & Pete, Hampshire (September 2014).

Wonderful week in this lovely cottage. We had a great time walking and sightseeing. Thank you Suzie & Glenn.
Pat & Len, Bradford (August 2014).

Your cottage was the perfect hideaway for this week. Thank you, Suzie and Glenn!
Marion & Hartmut, Germany (August 2014).

Thanks to Suzie & Glenn! We had a great and fabulous time here in this lovely cottage!
Sabine & Albert, Berlin (August 2014).

Thanks Suzie & Glenn, have loved staying in this amazing wee cottage. Scotland is such a friendly country. Have thoroughly enjoyed our time here.
Diane & Dave - Auckland, New Zealand (August 2014).

Thank you so much Suzie & Glenn for your wonderful hospitality. Your attention to detail has made our stay so special. A truly wonderful cottage in a perfect location. Hope to see you again.
Rosalie & John - Bedhampton (July 2014).

Lovely cottage everything just perfect. Thank you very much Suzie & Glenn.
Janette & John - Dundee (June 2014).

We spent a beautiful time with great sunny weather in this wonderful landscape and this cottage makes it perfect. Thank you Suzie!
Beatrice & Jean-Christophe - Switzerland (June 2014).

A little pearl in the middle of East Lothian countryside. Perfect for relaxing and romantic moments. Surrounded by little rabbit and pheasants - made everything so dreamy ....
Sabrina & Francesco - Italy (May 2014).

What a cosy little cottage. We had a perfect 5 day stay here. Thank you very much Suzie and Glenn. Many thanks for the flowers on the table!
Margaret & Andreas - Germany (May 2014).

What a lovely cottage! Thank you for your kind hospitality and all the extras - so thoughtful.
Claire & Rob - Oxford (May 2014).

Beautiful cottage in stunning surroundings. So nice to hear silence!
Becky & Sam - Wiltshire (April 2014).

A fabulous first anniversary stay. Thank you so much for all the added extras, it really made it special.
Melissa & Garry - Alexandra (April 2014).

A lovely retreat and so well provisioned, we scoffed the lot! Thank you and all the best.
Margaret & Ian - New Zealand (February 2014).

Just a perfect setting away from the normal busy life! Thank you so much, had really great time xxx See ypi soon.
Sharon & Andrew - Malta (January 2014)

A perfect little get-away & fantastic start to married life. Thank you for your hospitality!
Rachel & Chris - East Lothian (January 2014).

The perfect getaway after a hectic Christmas. More than we could’ve hoped for. Thank you Suzie, Glenn & family for your kindness.
Verity & James - Hertford (January 2014).

Thank you very much for a lovely stay and all the thoughtful things you left in the cottage, perfect!
Chippy & Hannah - Suffolk ((December 2013).

Beautiful cottage. Such wonderful hospitality when we arrived - thank you!
Susan & Jos - Holland (November 2013)

Thank you for a great cottage stay. Love to come back! Well above our expectations!
Jayne & Mike - Warwickshire (October 2013).

What a super active weekend - A perfect cottage and location and a VERY warm welcome! We’ll be back!!!
Naomi & Thomas (October 2013).

Stunning cottage & beautiful location. Couldn’t have asked for a better anniversary weekend!
Morag & Kevin - West Lothian (September 2013).

Beautiful cottage! Perfect location to finish off our first trip to the UK - thank you!!
Kara & Nathan - Canada (September 2013)

Thank you. Great cottage. Perfect location. Enjoyed our stay immensely.
Julie & Chris - Northamptonshire (September 2013)

Idyllic cottage. Very warm welcome, everything beyond perfect - we look forward to returning.
Sandra & Steven - Lanarkshire (September 2013).

Superb location. Excellent facilities, worthy of six stars!
Fiona & Phil - Preston (August 2013)

Thank you both so much for super welcome. Cottage amazing, couldn’t have wished or hoped for anything better x.
Glen & Ray - Sussex (August 2013)

Super cottage, beyond expectations. Thank you for your warm welcome and beautiful accommodation. A lovely part of the world x.
Jo & Steve - Leeds (August 2013)

You gave us a very hearty welcome and with your basket full of goodies a great start in our holiday. We felt at home in truly 5 star cottage. Perfect in every way! Thank you for a wonderful time!
Eva & Andreas - Berlin (August 2013)

It was a wonderful time and we really love the cottage! We’ll come back ....
Nikola & Daniel - Hamburg (July 2013)

Thank you for our beautiful first visit to Scotland. It was amazing and the cottage is so beautiful. We will come back.
Friedrich & Kristina - Vienna (July 2013).

Thank you so much for our stay and help making our honeymoon special. We love the cottage and all the extra touches were an added bonus.
Sam & Emily - Saddleworth (June 2013).

Thank you so much for your lovely welcome. Our stay at the cottage was wonderful. All the unexpected little touches were lovely. We look forward to coming back soon.
Tracey & Derek - Anglesey (May 2013).

When we arrived Suzie and Glenn were outside welcoming us and showing us around the cottage with all this care and attention. We felt immediately at home and with the generous hamper full of goodies we felt spoiled. Thank you very much for everything. Our stay was really too short.
Sonja & Hugo - Amersfoot, The Netherlands (May 2013).

Bramble Cottage is just perfect. Thank you so much xx.
Armando & Jackie - Glasgow (Apr 2013).

Suzie &Glenn, Thank you. We have enjoyed our stay & will definitely recommend Bramble Cottage to friends and family.
Georgina & Adam - Leicestershire (Mar 2013) (We will be back!).