Guests say
Blueacres cottage receives glowing praise for its peaceful rural setting, stunning views, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the comfort, cleanliness, and well-equipped nature of the property, making it ideal for a relaxing countryside escape. The location is perfect for dog walking, wildlife watching, and exploring nearby towns. Thoughtful touches for both guests and pets are appreciated, though not guaranteed. Minor suggestions include providing toiletries and noting the bed size. Overall, Blueacres is highly recommended for those seeking tranquillity and a homely atmosphere.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as spotless, clean, and tidy, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness. This consistent positive feedback supports a very high score.
The location is frequently praised for its peacefulness, scenic views, and proximity to nature and local amenities. Guests appreciate the rural setting and easy access to walks and nearby towns.
Guests find the cottage cosy, comfortable, and homely. One review mentions the bed being small and soft, but this is a minor point among overwhelmingly positive comments about comfort.
The cottage is described as excellently equipped, with everything needed for a stay, including kitchen facilities and thoughtful extras. One suggestion was to provide toiletries, but otherwise, facilities are highly rated.
Guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs with tea, coffee, shortbread, and dog treats, though these are not guaranteed. Hosts are described as friendly, helpful, and attentive, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.
About this property
This delightful, single-storey property is a great choice for couples to enjoy walks from the door or visit the amazing city of Edinburgh.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Freesat, Patio Doors Leading To Patio
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Ground source central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Doggy extras.. Enclosed patio with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply from a spring. There are 3 steps leading to the patio.. Set in the midst of fabulous rolling countryside with far reaching views over the surrounding hills, this comfortable, contemporary, semi-detached apartment is adjacent to the owners’ home. Single-storey, it is situated on the edge of a smallholding with sheep, midway between the picturesque market town of Biggar and the small village of Broughton, 3 miles away and home of Broughton Brewery and a tea room, doubling as a local pub at the weekend.
There is good walking and cycling from the doorstep with Broughton Heights and Trahenna Hill well worth the climb for the glorious views. Biggar has a great selection of excellent local food producers and hosts a surprising range of events throughout the year. Peebles, 15 miles away has good restaurants, galleries and independent shops. Glentress mountain bike trails are 17 miles away and Innerleithen 21½ miles. Edinburgh, using the park and ride, is a day’s entertainment while Glasgow is equally easily enjoyed. Fishing can be found nearby. Shop and restaurant 4½ miles, pub 3 miles.
Free WiFi
The owner's dogs might bark when you arrive.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
cottish letting Licence SB-00997-F
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (19)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely spot, perfect for a quiet break, nice walking in the area but you could equally just spend your time reading a book and watching the wildlife in the surrounding fields away from the rest of the world. Good local shop for essentials and plenty of other facilities in nearby towns.
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous little holiday let in a beautiful location. It was very well equipped and spotless. Would recommend as the perfect stay for a couple.
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Olwen Thomson
Excellent cottage in lovely peaceful surroundings, great walks from the cottage, village 2 miles away ,lovely cafe & general stores, owners are adjacent very helpful and lovely to chat too, if you are looking for a quiet holiday this is a must