Scots dad transforms derelict pub into stunning Airbnb with 'Love Island' garden

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A Scots dad has completely transformed a derelict pub into an incredible Airbnb - complete with a Love Island-style garden and hot tub.

Philip Thompson renovated the 17th century property into a stylish holiday rental in under a year after buying the Midlothian site in early 2021.The 30-year-old had originally planned to flip the cottage, but after clearing the outdoor area realised the potential to turn it into a holiday home.

With space for up to eight guests, the Middleton Inn features four stunning bedrooms, a private hot tub and outdoor bar area - with the sought-after space having been almost fully booked ever since its completion.Speaking to Edinburgh Live, Philip said: "It took from May 3 when we started the work and we finished up in mid December so it was around seven months work."Originally my plan was to sell it and make a profit but once we cleared the land at the back it was so beautiful and it's next to the river so it's quiet.

So I thought I'd love to live here myself but then the idea of the holiday let came up."The work went well to be honest, I had a good group of guys and it went well there were some issues as its an old building but once we stripped everything back to the brick it was pretty easy starting with a blank canvas.""Originally my plan was to sell it and make a profit but once we cleared the land at the back it was so beautiful and it's next to the river so it's quiet.