It’s still snowing outside as I write this post, but it’s been a lovely day with the schools closed because of the severe weather. However buses were running, so we got out and about and made a little video for you to wish you a Happy St Andrews Day and to say hello from Scotland for all the expats who pine for home on days like this. Come and visit soon – we know a lovely little cottage where you can stay right in the centre of the capital city.

If you’re thinking of doing your Christmas Shopping in Edinburgh, we’ve just posted some special deals for self-catering accommodation – either weekend breaks or mid-week breaks, or just let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll see if we can accommodate you.

Can’t promise that the weather will be great – but from Craigwell Cottage you can walk to John Lewis’s in around 10 minutes or be in Jenners in around 15 – so no need to be out in the rain for too long!

Even if you’ve some other reason for visiting Edinburgh in December, you’ll be sure of a warm welcome at Craigwell Cottage – and we’ve just installed a new fire too!