Station Cottage is a spacious and well-positioned home just steps from Polmont train station, offering direct trains to Edinburgh Waverley in just 21 minutes, running every 20 minutes throughout the day. This makes it an ideal base for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival - close enough for easy daily travel into the city, while offering the space, comfort, and calm that central Edinburgh cannot provide during August. The property features a large private garden with outdoor seating and dining space, along with extensive private parking for up to six vehicles - an exceptionally rare advantage for festival accommodation.
Inside, the home comfortably accommodates groups, making it perfect for families, performers, or friends attending the Fringe together. It offers a practical, spacious, and relaxed alternative to high-density city accommodation, without compromising on speed or convenience.
A rare opportunity to combine fast rail access, generous space, and private outdoor living just minutes from the station.
The accommodation comprises:
Spacious Victorian Home with Fast Links to Edinburgh & Glasgow
Set in an upmarket, leafy village, this newly renovated Victorian home offers the perfect balance of space, comfort, and unbeatable transport connectionsaideal for Edinburgh Fringe visitors, performers, or groups exploring central Scotland.
Just steps from the local station, you can reach central Edinburgh in around 20 minutes, Glasgow Queen Street in 30 minutes, and Stirling with ease. Whether you're heading into the city daily or exploring further afield, the location makes travel simple and reliable without the stress of staying in the city centre.
The property itself is designed for comfort and flexibility. It features three generous bedrooms, sleeping up to 8 guests across a king, double, and single bed, with an additional double airbed availableaperfect for families or groups travelling together. A modern bathroom with a large walk-in shower adds a touch of everyday luxury.
Outside, you'll find a large, established cottage garden with seating and dining space - ideal for relaxing after a busy day at the festival or sightseeing. A standout feature is the private driveway, offering ample parking for multiple vehicles, including vans - something rarely found in city-based accommodation.
Everything you need is within easy walking distance. Supermarkets, cafes, a coffee shop, florist, barbers, hairdressers, and even a local games venue and bowling club are all within 300 metres, making day-to-day living effortless during your stay.
With quick access to the motorway network, this is also an excellent base for exploring all of central Scotland, from historic cities to scenic countryside.
A peaceful, spacious alternative to city-centre stays without compromising on convenience.
About the location (Brightons, Brightons)
Brightons and Polmont are peaceful, leafy villages ideally located between Edinburgh and Glasgow, making them an excellent base for exploring central Scotland. With direct train services reaching Edinburgh in around 21 minutes and Glasgow in approximately 30 minutes, you can easily access major festivals, nightlife, shopping, and cultural attractions while enjoying a quieter, more relaxed setting away from the city centre.
The area is well-served with local amenities within easy walking distance, including cafes, shops, pharmacy, barbers, bowling club etc. It also offers excellent access to outdoor leisure, with the nearby Union Canal providing scenic walking and cycling routes through the countryside and towards Falkirk and beyond.
You're also close to some of Scotland's most popular attractions, including The Kelpies, Falkirk Wheel, and the historic city of Stirling.
With superb rail, road, and active travel links, Polmont offers the ideal balance of connectivity and calm - perfect for both city visits and relaxed exploration of central Scotland.
The front of the property looks onto a quiet, tree-lined street framed by a private garden, creating a calm and welcoming arrival. To the rear, the home opens out onto a beautiful established cottage garden with mature oak trees, offering a peaceful, green outlook and a rare sense of privacy - perfect for unwinding after days in Edinburgh.
Features
Cable / Satellite TV
Dishwasher
Fridge
Internet access
Microwave
TV
Tumble drier
Coffee machine
Freezer
Hair dryer
Iron
Private/Free parking
Towels and linen provided
Washing Machine
Terms
No large parties. No pets
Quick facts
Apartments
8 Persons (Max)
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Ground
Brightons
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