West Linton, Scottish Borders

5 Bedroom House in Scottish Borders

Balgonie Retreat is a dog friendly holiday cottage.

  • 9 guests
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 6 bathrooms
  • dog friendly

Nestled in a rural position close to the picture postcard conservation village of West Linton with its excellent local amenities, the pretty towns of Peebles and Biggar are within easy reach. The city of Edinburgh is also within easy touring distance with its wonderful attractions and world famous yearly festivals, including the Fringe and the Tattoo. The immediate area offers a wealth of outdoor activities including fishing, walking, horse riding, cycling and even skiing with the Pentland Hills and Hillend ski slope within easy reach. Mountain bikers can explore the nearby Glentress Forest, one of the foremost mountain biking venues in the country. Visit Neidpath Castle, Kailzie and Dawyck Botanic Gardens or pamper yourself at Stobo Castle health spa. Step inside this spacious house into the hall and wander through to the light and bright open plan living area. Relax in the lounge on the comfortable sofas and enjoy a great movie on the Smart TV after a day out exploring the local area. The dining area is ideal for family gatherings and on those cooler evenings, you can light the cosy wood burner. Cook impressive family meals in the well equipped kitchen with Raeburn stove, electric hob, American style fridge/freezer with water and ice dispenser, dishwasher and breakfast bar seating area. Directly followed by the utility room with electric oven and grill, microwave, tumble dryer and two washing machines. There is a ground floor shower room with shower and WC, and a boot room with direct access out to the decked patio with a seating area. Next is the games room with pool table, table tennis, selection of games, books and large Smart TV, and completing the ground floor is the snug with seating area, piano and guitars. Heading up the stairs you will find five beautiful bedrooms: two super king sized beds, both with en suite shower rooms and WCs, two twin bedrooms one with an en suite shower room with WC. The other twin has a shower room with WC located next door. Finally, completing the fantastic accommodation is the single bedroom with a spacious bathroom with bath, separate shower cubical and WC, located next door. Venturing outside to the large mature beautiful gardens, there is a patio area with seating and a cover decked area with seating, perfect for al fresco dining or lazy evenings stargazing. There is also a fantastic, housed sauna to relax and unwind in, and secure bike storage is available. Ample off road private parking is available at the rear of the property.

5 bedrooms 2 Super king size bedrooms, 2 twins and 1 single. 3 en suite showers rooms with WCs, 2 shower rooms with WCs, 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC. Raeburn stove, electric hob, American style fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Utility room with electric oven and grill, microwave, tumble dryer and 2 washing machines. 2 wood burners 2 big baskets of logs provided. Private sauna. Smart TV in lounge and games room. Games room pool table, table tennis, selection of games, books and large Smart TV. Snug with piano and guitars. Large mature garden with patio seating area, and covered decked area with seating and charcoal BBQ. 2 Travel cot and 1 highchair available. Secure bike storage available. Ample off road private parking. Pub, shops and restaurant within walking distance. Please note a permit is required for fishing in the Pentlands which is seasonal. Stag/Hen Parties are not allowed. Please note, group bookings may be checked to ensure the purpose of the stay is for a holiday, and where relevant, a security deposit may be requested. STL License number: SB 00321 F. EPC rating : E.

Amenities

  • Enclosed Garden
  • Family Friendly
  • Internet Access/WiFi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing Machine
  • Near a Pub

Location

Available Weeks

Fri 1 Nov 24 Fri 8 Nov 24
Total £1462.00

Short breaks may also be available.
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