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Short Breaks

Things to do on a rainy day in Edinburgh

27 October 2008

When you’re travelling with young children, it’s always good to go armed with some ideas of what to do of the weather is foul and you’re on need of some indoor activity. During our October break we spent some time at the Ceramic Experience just near Ocean Terminal, making a lovely surprise for Grandma’s birthday.

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Edinburgh short breaks

23 October 2008

Edinburgh is a wonderful place to spend time at any time of year, but my favourite time of year is in September or October after the frenzy of the Festivals is over and Edinburgh is getting back to ‘normal’. I took this photo while out shopping on a Saturday afternoon. We were just heading from [...]

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Craigwell Cottage Weekend

18 October 2008

We find out over the course of the weekend the relationship between Craigwell Cottage and the Scottish Desert.

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Visiting the Garden at Craigwell Cottage

17 October 2008

Our first morning at Craigwell Cottage looked a bit drizzly, so the idea of walking over to The Manna House for croissants turned into a quick trip in the car. But the croissants, petit pains au chocolat and Mediterranean cheese swirls which we brought back were soon polished off, and we were ready for a [...]

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An autumn weekend at Craigwell Cottage, Edinburgh

16 October 2008

Just beginning to experiment with my new iphone and mobile blogging – so forgive this photo! It was meant to show that the minute we arrived at Craigwell Cottage for the weekend, we kicked back, and relaxed in front of the TV while the kids got ready for bed. No, we’re not crazy! But as [...]

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Short Break Festival Fireworks Weekend

28 July 2008

You could rent Craigwell Cottage for a short break at the tail end of the Festival, and still manage to take in one of the most spectacular events, the Royal Bank Fireworks display which takes place on the evening of 31 August 2008 at Edinburgh Castle, and can be seen from many vantage points around [...]

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Last Minute Short Breaks Edinburgh 3 to 8 June 2008

1 June 2008

Craigwell Cottage Edinburgh has last minute availability for a short break in Edinburgh’s historic city centre starting from 3 June. Only £300 for a 3-night break (minimum booking). Unique cottage with private parking and shared garden in historic Old Town near Royal Mile, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Holyrood Park and Scottish Parliament. On direct bus link [...]

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May Weekend in Edinburgh

27 April 2008

There’s still a chance to grab a weekend break, or midweek holiday at Craigwell Cottage right in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic centre! We have availability for the eight days between 14 and 22 May 2008 – so if you’re thinking of visiting Edinburgh for a last minute break, we’d be happy to welcome you [...]

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Christmas Shopping Short Breaks in Edinburgh

22 November 2007

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 [...]

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November weekends in Edinburgh

17 October 2007

Craigwell Cottage is a wonderful self-catering cottage right in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic city centre. We’re available for short-breaks or weekly lets in November, and we’re currently running a special offer for the month. Visit our website: www.2edinburgh.co.uk for full details. Look forward to welcoming you to Edinburgh! Susan McNaughton

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