Journal

press : scotland on sunday

"...the hills and the views and it really takes advantage of where you are"

press : love from scotland

"Wellies, walking sticks and long walks are a very welcome part of life at the Westside Woodshed."

press : travel away

Seven Stunning Scottish Holiday Retreats Where You Can Reconnect With Nature

when to stay | june

Visit in June for music, whisky and food festivals as well as a firm favourite - the Royal Highland Show.

press : scottish field

"Although only a short drive from Edinburgh it really feels like an escape to the countryside"

press : visit scotland's ambassadog

We had a very special guest this month (a Visit Scotland 'ambassadog' no less)!

when to stay | july

Our monthly guide to what's in and around Edinburgh: July

press : wanderlust

"The beauty of the Highlands but closer to home"

best local takeaways

The best places to pick a takeaway near Eastside

when to stay | august

What's on in and around Edinburgh this August?