Guests say
Blueacres cottage receives high praise for its peaceful rural setting, stunning views, and welcoming hosts. Guests consistently mention the comfort and cleanliness of the accommodation, as well as its excellent facilities for both people and dogs. The location is ideal for those seeking tranquillity, with easy access to local villages and scenic walks. Thoughtful touches, such as welcome treats, are appreciated, though not guaranteed. Minor suggestions include providing toiletries and noting the bed size. Overall, Blueacres is highly recommended for a relaxing countryside escape.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as clean, tidy, and well-maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is frequently described as peaceful, scenic, and ideal for countryside walks, with convenient access to nearby villages and attractions.
Guests find the cottage cosy, comfortable, and homely. One review notes the bed as small and soft, but overall comfort is highly rated.
The cottage is described as excellently equipped, with everything needed for a pleasant stay, including kitchen amenities and information folders. A minor suggestion was made for providing toiletries.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome packs with tea, coffee, shortbread, and dog treats. Please note these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
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 (17)
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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
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous place
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Confirmed Guest
Blue acres was a lovely place and location to spend time.Very scenic with numerous locations for dog walking including Broughton woods that is north on the A701. Broughton Store is also worth visiting to obtain local provisions.My final comment;- the local people are very helpful and friendly.