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Knowehead View

Biggar, Scottish Borders

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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
pets Dogs welcome 2
grade 4 star
Complex of properties
Hot tub
Internet access
Working farm
Fishing on site / nearby
Romantic
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

Charming period cottage perfect for a romantic getaway within rural surround

Relax inside or enjoy your morning coffee outside while soaking in wonderful valley views

Go walking or cycling at the nearby Tinto Hill, Culter Fell and Crosscryne

Overview
Property code: 82923

This charming period stone-built cottage, perfect for a cosy romantic retreat, is just 1.5 miles from the Royal Burgh of Biggar and nestled amid beautiful countryside with scenic valley views.

This getaway is perfectly positioned in an idyllic rural location with wonderful valley and countryside scenery to enjoy. The picturesque Royal Burgh of Biggar is close at hand with its array of great eateries, friendly inns, quirky shops, art galleries and fascinating museums including Upper Clydesdale, Gas Works and award-winning puppet theatre. Take a day trip into the wonderful city of Edinburgh, within 30 miles, for fantastic leisure and shopping facilities. The immediate area is a paradise for walking, biking and hiking with the nearby Tinto Hill, Culter Fell and Crosscryne to explore, all within 10 miles. Or enjoy a trip to the beautiful Dawyck Botanic Gardens, Falls of Clyde Visitor Centre and Wildlife Reserve, or the New Lanark World Heritage Site, a unique 18th-century mill village, all within 14 miles of this cottage escape.

Step inside this charming period cottage into the hall, the perfect place to store your outdoor clothing, and through to the light and bright open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Relax on the comfortable sofa after a day out exploring the beautiful local area and enjoy a great film on the Smart TV, listen to your music on the Bluetooth speaker or just sit back and admire the valley views. The well-equipped kitchen area is home to an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and washing machine. Enjoy romantic meals in the comfortable dining area and enjoy the beautiful rural scenery. Leading back through the hall and up a few steps, you will find the pretty king size bedroom with ample storage space and lovely views. Finally, completing the accommodation is the stylish bathroom with shower over the double-ended bath and WC.

Venturing outside, there is a Hot Tub and patio with a seating area for al fresco dining or lazy evening stargazing with wonderful valley and countryside views to enjoy. There is ample off-road private parking available next to the cottage and secured bike storage is also available.

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  • 1 bedroom – 1 King size bed
  • 1 bathroom -  with shower over double-ended bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and washing machine
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Smart TV and Amazon Echo Dot, Bluetooth speaker in lounge
  • Patio with seating area
  • Ample off-road parking
  • 2 well behaved dog welcome
  • Secure bike storage available
  • Private water supply
  • Shops, pubs and restaurant 1.5 miles
  • Dogs must be kept on leads whilst out walking due to livestock nearby
  • EPC rating E
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

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Gavin Grant

This property is personally managed by Gavin.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 32 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Elaine 19th April 2024

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Super cottage with amazing views.hot tub was awesome and a cozy clean cottage with plenty of warmth out of season

Reviewed by David 26th March 2024

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Reviewed by Becky 16th February 2024

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The cottage was amazing , the views were out of this world me and my partner really needed this get away as we both work crazy hours. Was just so nice to relax. The bed was so comfortable. The hot tub was also amazing, will be back in the summer. My only blunder was finding the farm, a journey that should have taken 3 hours took me 5 as my satnav dRead moreecided to take me on a tour of the scottish boarders, we didnt arrive till 1am! But it all adds to the fun thank you for the prosecco and chocolates x Hide

Reviewed by Cara 9th February 2024

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My boyfriend and I had a lovely time together at the cottage. The hot tub was great! The duck was a great surprise! The cottage itself had everything you needed(oil, salt, pepper, tin foil, hand soap). Even couple robes. Though we didn't need them cause we brought our own but thought was a nice touch for those who don't. Bed was so comfortable too!Read more The bottle of bubbly was also a nice touch! Hide

Reviewed by David 26th January 2024

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Reviewed by Ailsa 19th January 2024

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A lovely, cosy little cottage set in beautiful countryside with all amenities nearby. Ideal for a quiet relaxing break.

Reviewed by Stuart 12th January 2024

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Great cottage, hot tub was brilliant. Near to Biggar and all round it was lovely.

Reviewed by Stuart 30th December 2023

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Absolutely perfect

Reviewed by Niki 24th December 2023

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This wonderful cottage was like entering a dream. Lovely special touches with everything needed. Perfect few days to relax and fully take in the beautiful surrounding areas.

Reviewed by Iman 16th December 2023

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Reviewed by Iain 24th November 2023

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Lovely peaceful stay for a long weekend. The cottage was excellent and the hot tub was lovely - great setting, with a wonderful view from the tub during the day as the property is on a small hill. Would stay again!

Reviewed by Katie 9th November 2023

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Reviewed by Doug 13th October 2023

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A beautiful cottage, with an even more beautiful view. The hot tub under the stars, or even during the day to enjoy the views is worth it. Everything you need for a self catering break away from the huddle and bustle of life.

Reviewed by Calvin 22nd September 2023

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Reviewed by Neil 25th August 2023

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Great location, great views, very clean cottage with all we needed

Reviewed by Hazel 21st July 2023

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Reviewed by Wayne 13th June 2023

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A well presented property, clean and tidy - recommended

Reviewed by Alexandria 9th June 2023

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So peaceful, my little piece of heaven. Views are amazing. Short distance to Biggar nice country walk there. Very comfortable bed and clean cottage. My dog was with me and was welcomed. If needing a taxi best to book it. Suggest a visit to New Lanark it was amazing ! Host always helpful. Sandra

Reviewed by Erica 27th May 2023

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Reviewed by Bethany 24th May 2023

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Absolutely perfect and relaxing getaway. Hot tub was amazing and the bottle of bubbly in the fridge was such a lovely and kind touch. The cottage has everything you could need in a beautiful setting. We can't wait for our next visit :) Beware Google Maps will try to take you to a cottage by the same name in Castle Douglas (even with full correct poRead morest code for this cottage) pop Biggar into Google maps and follow the wee directions in the welcome/itinerary email and you'll be golden. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 7th April 2023

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Lovely clean property , ideal location for a quiet relaxing time, didn't see a soul while there, only a short walk to the village,

Reviewed by Chris 3rd April 2023

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Reviewed by Lisa 31st March 2023

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First class stay at Knowehead View. The cottage is in a remote location with absolutely stunning views. The hot tub was definitely the highlight of the stay for us. It was set up and ready to use on arrival. The cottage was clean and well equipped with everything we needed. Towels and robes were left out for us, complimentary drinks and cakes left.Read more These added touches really made it feel like our home during the stay. Thank you so much, we will definitely be back! Hide

Reviewed by Hayley 10th March 2023

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Lovely place to stay, nice little town a short walk away and not a bad drive into Edinburgh. Hot tub was really lovely in the evenings! Thanks very much for a nice comfortable break away.

Reviewed by Jodie 30th December 2022

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What a beautiful cottage, a home from home. Very clean and cosy. Hot tub, WiFi and Netflix were definitely touches that made it for us. Hosts left some alcohol in the fridge for us as we arrived at New Year. Has all of the amenities you could possibly hope for when self catering. Dogs loved the walks, would recommend woodland area by the Big Red BaRead morern, only a few miles from cottage. Lovely farm cafe there. Two lovely takeaways close by, scenery and farm life was great to see. Would stay again! Hide

Reviewed by Kevin 4th October 2022

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The cottage was really clean, well equipped and and comfortable. Located on a farm, there were lovely views over the surrounding countryside, which were even more enjoyable whilst lounging in the hot tub with a nice glass of wine. The owners were living nearby and always available if needed. A nice holiday location especially if you are looking forRead more a bit of quiet time. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 26th September 2022

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Lovely week away in the Scottish Borders. Cottage was very well equipped. Hot tub was so relaxing with stunning views of the countryside. We will definitely come back in the future.

Reviewed by Amy 31st August 2022

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Reviewed by Graham 27th August 2022

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Beutiful cottage in a lovely quiet and peaceful location with fantastic walks. Great choice of shops and eating places in Biggar and friendly locals. Went to Peebles for the day, it is not far and worth a visit. Kirstyn the owner was really friendly and helpful and a a nice bottle of wine in the fridge on arrival was very welcome. Our highlight wasRead more the hot tub and the sunsets which were amazing. We would definitely recommend staying in this cottage Hide

Reviewed by Ken 6th August 2022

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Beautiful place, clean and with a fabulous view. The hot tub was wonderful and was a highlight of our stay. The cottage itself was spotless and very pleasant. The only gripes were not getting instructions from the owners until the day we travelled and finding out then that dogs aren't allowed in the bedroom. Otherwise, we had a lovely, peaceful timRead moree and our dog loved it as much as we did. We hope to come again! Hide

Reviewed by Alan 5th August 2022

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Perfect size for two with a dog - brilliant for walkers, runners or cyclists

Reviewed by Jacqueline 22nd July 2022

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The cottage was in an ideal location only a mile and half from Biggar while having gorgeous views over both Tinto hill and the Pentlands. It was clean and well equipped to make for a very comfortable stay. The hot tub was a great little extra and we made the most of it by sitting in it to watch the sunset each evening. The owners were good enough tRead moreo check in on us the first night and leave us their mobile. Hide

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