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2 dogs just outside Edinburgh in the countryside

Kirknewton, United Kingdom
  • 2dog

Dates

Bernadette
Pet parent

Sitter needed:

31
Dec2025
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11
Jan2026

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Introduction

We are a family of 2 dogs and 4 humans. One of our dogs (Lola) is a rescue lurcher and to keep her company we have a lab (Charlie). We have a 4 bed home on the outskirts of Edinburgh close to lots of great country walks. The humans like to

Home & location

We live in a village on the edge of Edinburgh with great walks nearby. We have 4 bedrooms, living room , utility and a large kitchen diner. A large secluded garden overlooks the countryside. Air source heat pump and solar the house is very

houseHousefamilyFamily friendlycountrysideCountrysideAccessible by public transport

Amenities

Amenities

Bedroom

Beds

DoubleSofa bed

Clothes storage

WardrobeDrawers

Bedding and pillows

Internet & Office

Wifi

Basic

Dedicated workspace

OfficeDesk

Kitchen

Stove

Induction

Oven

Microwave

Toaster

Kettle

Fridge

Freezer

Dishwasher

Blender

Cooking basics

Pots, pans, cutlery, glasses, oil, salt & pepper

Heating & Cooling

Heating

Central

Bathroom

Bath

Shower

Shampoo

Hairdryer

Bathroom essentials

Towels, toilet paper, soap

Outdoor Spaces & Leisure

Garden

Patio

Parking & Transport

Parking

Free off-street parking

Seating Areas

Sofa

Dining area

Entertainment

TV

Streaming services

Stereo

Safety & Security

Fire alarm

Cleaning

Washer

Dryer

Vacuum cleaner

Iron

Wifi (Basic)Free off-street parkingGardenPatioDedicated workspace (Office)

Responsibilities

The dogs get a short walk along the road in the morning, around 45 at lunchtime and a short walk in the evening. They have access to the garden as needed. There are plants to water and the dogs aren’t left for more than 4 hours alone. They

Meet the pets

  • Charlie

    Labrador Retriever

    4 years

  • Lola

    Mix-Breed

    6 years

Sitter reviews (5)

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Sebastian

It was a fantastic experience. The house was lovely, and I enjoyed spending time with the two friendly dogs. This house-sitting gave me the opportunity to

  • 2dog
Stayed · 04 Jan - 10 Jan 2025
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Holly

Looking after Charlie and Lola was so lovely, they are absolutely beautiful dogs. We were very sad to say goodbye when we left! Bernadette and her family

  • 2dog
Stayed · 20 Aug - 03 Sep 2024
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Jenna

I absolutely loved my time with Lola and Charlie in Balerno. This is the loveliest warmest family. Bernadette & Roddy picked me up from the airport, fed me

  • 2dog
Stayed · 07 Jul - 24 Jul 2023
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Alice Rose

Bernadette and her family have a wonderful home, in a quiet location with amazing walks right on their doorstep, and still within easy reach of the city

  • 2dog
Stayed · 16 Oct - 24 Oct 2022
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Suzanne

Tucked away in a little piece of the countryside, views over the fields from the kitchen and easy walks from the door. No need for a car if you are on public

  • 2dog
Stayed · 05 Jul - 19 Jul 2022

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