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Knowehead Farmhouse

Biggar, Scottish Borders
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Working farm
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Wonderful period farmhouse with enclosed mature garden with summer house to enjoy
  • After a day out exploring the beautiful local area enjoy cosy nights in front of the wood burner
  • Walk, cycle and explore nearby Tinto Hill, Culter Fell and Crosscryne
Overview
Property code: 82924

Period farmhouse, located amid beautiful countryside within easy reach of great local amenities. Enjoy al fresco dining in the garden with a summer house or cosy nights in front of the wood burner.

Take in the sweeping green vistas from this handsome stone farmhouse, approximately 1.5 miles from the town of Biggar in Scotland. Sleeping six guests, and also welcoming two of their favourite four-legged friends, this three-bedroom, period house captures magnificent, countryside views. Lace up your walking boots and step out from home to discover the area on foot. Visit nearby beauty spots and places of interest or plan a trip into Edinburgh, 29 miles away, for an exciting day out in the city. Return home to light the wood burner or soak up the last of the sunshine in the garden.

Wander into this handsome, stone holiday home to find beautifully finished accommodation, with a gentle, country house theme. Head through to the inviting lounge to watch the Smart TV in the warming glow of the wood burner or unwind to some relaxing music via Bluetooth speaker. Prepare tasty meals for your friends and family on the Aga in the generous kitchen/diner, with its central island and dining table. Gather in here to eat together or out in the fresh air of the garden.

Discover one of your bedrooms, a charming king-size room, is at ground-floor level, together with a family shower room. Climb the exquisite staircase to find another king-size room on the first floor, as well as a comfortable twin, and a Victorian-style, family bathroom, where you can soak in a long, hot bath after your busy days out.

Sit out in the sunshine in the garden on warm days during the spring and summer months. Dine out here on balmy evenings and take in the magnificent views. Enjoy a glass of wine in the summer house from time to time. Find plenty of parking at the house, together with safe storage for your cycles and other outdoor equipment.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 king-size and 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 shower room with shower and WC, 1 bathroom with roll-top bath with handheld shower and WC
  • Aga oven, electric oven and hob, microwave, Smeg fridge with freezer compartment, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV and Amazon Echo Dot, Bluetooth speaker in lounge
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Enclosed garden with seating area and summer house
  • Ample off-road enclosed parking
  • Secure bike storage available
  • 2 well behaved dogs welcome
  • 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 F
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • 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 £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Spend afternoons or mornings in Biggar. Take the children to the Victorian puppet theatre to see a show. Wander round the Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum to find out more about the town’s history. Visit the Biggar Gasworks Museum, the only preserved gas works in Scotland.

Find a plethora of scenic walks in the area. Enjoy a 4-mile walk from the town out to Tinto Hill and back. This cone-shaped hill is known for its incredible views. When the weather is clear, you can see as far north as Lochnagar in the Cairngorms and right over to the Lake District, the mountains of Mourne in Northern Ireland and Ailsa Craig and Arran in the Firth of Clyde from here.

Have a day out to the Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve and Visitor Centre, 14 miles from the house. See the upper falls of Bonnington Linn, Corra Linn and Dundaff Linn here, as well as the lower falls of Stonebyres Linn.

Head into Edinburgh to browse in its many wonderful shops and dine out in one of its numerous fine restaurants. Head to the castle, stroll through beautiful Holyrood Park and make your way up to the top of Arthur’s Seat.

Gavin Grant

This property is personally managed by Gavin.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Tiona 9th April 2024

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Great farmhouse with good size rooms. Warm and cosy with Aga and wood burner when necessary. Also used the summer house and enjoyed the early spring sunshine. Spectacular views from the bath of lambs on the hill. Helpful and friendly hosts. Looking forward to returning next year.

Reviewed by Kerri 22nd March 2024

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Reviewed by Lesley 20th October 2023

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Lovely farmhouse with beautiful views. Great size and great kitchen , aga was a bonus as kept the kitchen warm . Good location for visiting southern Scotland.

Reviewed by Kirstyn 29th September 2023

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Fantastic holiday in a lovely house, we will return!

Reviewed by Eric 22nd September 2023

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A lovely farmhouse in beautiful and peaceful location. Ideal location for exploring Biggar, Peebles and Lanark as well as within a short drive to Edinburgh or Glasgow.

Reviewed by Karen 8th September 2023

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A great location and easy to find. Plenty of space. We had a very comfortable stay - thank you !

Reviewed by John 25th August 2023

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A lovely cottage in a very quiet rural setting.

Reviewed by Heather 18th August 2023

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Reviewed by Hayley 7th July 2023

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High points of this cottage are the view, particularly from the roll top bath! The original features of the house, the huge family kitchen diner and of course the visiting kittens. We had ample space for our Glasgow family to eat with us. We spent the day in Edinburgh, our teenagers went to Transmit in Glasgow and my partner went fishing. I curled Read moreup to read and watch the spectacular sunsets. We are already looking at when we can return. Thank you for a great family holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Marion 30th December 2022

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Lovely big house ideally located, loved the wood burner in the lounge. House was warm and toasty throughout. Beds really comfy we all managed long lies. Great for the dog lovely walk into town, we didnt venture any further due to the weather.

Reviewed by S 21st October 2022

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Lovely locationrural but close to the lovely town of Biggar so best of both worlds . Private with superb views however helpful owners if needed. Lots of walks nearbyspoilt for choice. I would recommend this property.

Reviewed by Sue 16th September 2022

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The Cottage was in a beautiful location. It was very well equipped and the owners were lovely. Nice big rooms and safe space for the dog in the garden. Excellent location for touring the lowlands and Biggar has lots of shops and restaurants.

Reviewed by Laura 11th July 2022

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Great property, really enjoyed the location, views & privacy. Good location for getting out for walks & plenty of places to shop & eat in Biggar.

Reviewed by John 17th June 2022

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Home from home! Such a beautiful cottage and so comfortable but also quirky enough to feel special.

Reviewed by James 3rd June 2022

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Fantastic property and a great location. We were 3 adults and one very happy Collie. There are great walks around the porperty and a good sized garden. Thanks for a most memerable holiday if we visit the area again we would not think twice about returning.

Reviewed by Eleanor 20th May 2022

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Lovely quiet beautiful location. Very comfortable cottage.

Reviewed by Elizabeth 15th April 2022

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