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Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Broughton Scottish Boarders, Peeblesshire
  • Popular LocationDawyck Botanic Garden4 min drive
  • Popular LocationNeidpath Castle11 min drive
  • Popular LocationTraquair House24 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)57 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Biggar

In Biggar .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Dawyck Botanic Garden and 9 miles (15 km) of Biggar Puppet Theatre. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Gladstone Court and Greenhill Covenanter's House.

What's nearby

  • Dawyck Botanic Garden - 4 min drive
  • Neidpath Castle - 11 min drive
  • 7stanes - Glentress - 18 min drive
  • Leisure Club and Spa at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel - 18 min drive
  • Traquair House - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Carstairs Station - 24 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crown Inn - 11 min drive
  • Townhead Fish & Chips - 11 min drive
  • Laurel Bank Tearoom - 5 min drive
  • Courtyard Café - 8 min drive
  • The Coffee Spot - 11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA

Merlindale Holiday Apartment is part of a Victorian Country House set in 16 acres of beautiful parkland by the River Tweed. It has its own entrance and parking space and is very quiet and peaceful in the middle of stunning countryside. It has just been upgraded and refurbished to a very high standard and has been awarded a 5 star classification grade from the Scottish Tourist Board. It sleeps 4 very comfortably and consists of, one double bedroom with king size bed, one twin room, large lounge with log burning stove and dining area, well equipped kitchen with dining area and separate utility room and two bathrooms. The hall is large and has a table tennis table available for use of guests. All linen is provided together with central heating, hot water, logs and toiletries (Highland Soap) and a welcome pack of food containing freshly baked bread, butter, tea, coffee, milk, jams, cereals, free range eggs and Border biscuits.


Reviews.: We have been open since the 2007 season but the guests we have had have ranged from couples to families. The quality of the accommodation has been praised, the location which is just beautiful has been admired, the grounds and privacy have also been acclaimed.
Christmas 2023
5 stars
Had a wonderful stay at Merlindale while visiting family in Drumelzier. Denise was very accommodating and made stay perfect' The complimentary breakfast supplies were appreciated. Spent most nights curled up on the super comfy couches with a roaring fire whilst our older kids played pingpong. Look forward to returning soon.

2019 July: Wonderful place, we spent marvellous days in this nice apartment with its high standard of equipment, and enjoyed the beautiful garden and environment. The children had a lot of fun with the table tennis.(Sabine. Germany)

2007 Reviews: ‘ A lovely apartment and great short break.’ Ross, Toni and Katie. Falkirk.
‘ A wonderful apartment and hosts.’ Graham and Robin..Chelsea, London.
‘Fab. break, children loved the grounds.’ Susan, Robert, Daniel and Oliver. South Lanarkshire.
‘ Had a wonderful short break- some excellent walks from the front door. Apartment really relaxing.’ Jane and Steve. Lewisham, London.
‘ Lovely house, beautiful gardens and very tranquil stay. The McIntyres. Lancaster.
‘ Much enjoyed staying in this spacious apartment and found there was so much to do we must come again.’ Bess and Pat, Anne and John. Alderley Edge, Cheshire.
‘ We had a most enjoyable stay. Thank you.’ Ian and Janet. Perth,Australia. Jane and John.
London.
‘Lovely and tranquil apartment.’ Eve and Dougie. Fife.
‘ A wonderful place. We get married today and so Merlindale will always have a place in our memories.’ Suzy and Jeffrey. London.

2007 Reviews: ‘ Splendid three day break in a lovely location. Extremely comfortable. Many thanks. Barbara and Bob. Munich, Germany.
‘ This is a “gem” in the Borders. Your little touches of tea, real coffee, slippers and wonderful eggs are wonderful. Very tranquil. A well stocked kitchen. Even in the rain and cold this is an idyllic spot. Thank you.’ Carol and Bruce, Ellen and Robert. Salmon Arm B.C. Canada.
‘ We had a great week, lots to do. Appreciated the many small luxuries here! Many thanks!
Jean and Paul, Lenny and Dougie. Dunscore, Dumfries and Galloway.

Property manager

Denise Lintott

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Foosball table on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,583 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 4201/24020

Property is also known as

Merlindale 5 Self-contained two Bed/two Bath Apt. River Tweed
Merlindale 5 Self contained two Bed/two Bath Apt. by River Tweed
Merlindale 5 Self contained two Bed/two Bath Apt. by River Tweed
Merlindale 5 Self contained two Bed/two Bath Apt. by River Tweed
Merlindale 5 Self-contained two Bed/two Bath Apt. River Tweed

Frequently asked questions

How close is Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA to the airport?

This apartment is 35.7 mi (57-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA to downtown Biggar?

This apartment is 0.2 mi away from Drummelzier.

Merlindale 5* self-contained, two bed/two bath apt. by River Tweed in NSA Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a Delightful Stay
Beautiful location, excellent communication with the property manager and everything provided as described. We will certainly come again when we visit friends in Peebles.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Taste of the Scottish Borders
Had a wonderful stay at Merlindale while visiting family in Drumelzier. Denise was very accomdating and made our stay perfect. The complimentary breakfast supplies were appreciated. Spent most nights curled up on the super comfy couches with a roaring fire ehile our older kids played ping pong making this trip very memorable and look forward to returning soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely peaceful break
We had a lovely, peaceful and relaxing stay at Merlindale. The apartment was very nice and fitted out to a high standard. We enjoyed days out visiting the local towns as well as Edinburgh which is only 1 hour away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wazeem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is as described. Quaint and peaceful. You do need a car to get around as mentioned in the listing but the area is very scenic and pretty. You can easily unwind with nature for a few days and it's also close enough to Edinburgh and Glasgow for to drive (just short of an hour) if you'd like to visit. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and restful
Perfect place to recharge your batteries complete with your own bluebell meadow. Two excellent tea rooms and Stobo just a 10 minute drive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moira H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend
Wonderful experience staying at Merlindale. Peaceful & relaxing time in this spacious apartment full of character. Clean comfortable rooms with homely touches, thoughtful welcome pack.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rio T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay
This property is in a beautiful area, with lovely walks and is very peaceful. The apartment itself was spotless and nothing was too much trouble. The communication with our host was easy and helpful. We would love to come and stay another time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scenic and comfortable stay at Merlindale
This is an exceptional apartment in an outstandingly beautiful area. The accommodation was extremely spacious and well-equipped/furnished and we had everything we could possibly need for a very comfortable stay. The provision of breakfast basics, tea, milk etc. was greatly appreciated, as were Denise’s helpful texts with suggestions for things to do, walks, etc. Above all, we loved the grounds and the surrounding countryside. As we were in the Peebles area for a family wedding at Neidpath castle, we were frequently out and about on errands, but we made a point of walking along the woodland path in the grounds each day and enjoying the peace and quiet sitting on the bench at the end. On a couple of occasions we were also able to try out one of the suggested country walks a little further afield. We also had a lovely morning at the botanical gardens at Dawyck. We were fortunate with the weather and enjoyed some spectacular sunsets from the living-room window. Merlindale is an ideal base, to which we hope to return and explore further.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nigel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and easy
Nice apartment in a quiet, peaceful and rural setting but close to a lovely area for exploring. Dawyck gardens are well worth a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very quaint and cozy. The grounds are stunning, with so much greenery and even some wildlife! Birds, rabbits, squirrels, deer, etc. The included amenities (washing machine, full kitchen, fireplace) all made us feel all the more at home. I cannot recommend this property enough for anyone looking to experience the Scottish country side!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022