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

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

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

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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

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • 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
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,583 square feet

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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

Pets not 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
Property Registration Number SB-00540-F

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Broughton Scottish Boarders, Peeblesshire

What's nearby

  • Dawyck Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Neidpath Castle - 11 min drive - 15.2 km
  • 7stanes - Glentress - 18 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Leisure Club and Spa at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel - 18 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Traquair House - 24 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Laurel Bank Tea Room Bistro & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crown Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Spot - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Coffee House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Townhead Fish & Chips - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Biggar apartment building is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Dawyck Botanic Garden, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Biggar Puppet Theatre and Biggar Gasworks. Greenhill Covenanter's House and Gladstone Court are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kylie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to relax
Fantastic place to relax
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heiko D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay in rural area
We had a warm welcome in a comfortable accomodation with a lot of space, including table tennis in the hallway. The area is rather remote, but interesting to discover.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

8/10 Good

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Comfortable Base in the Borders
Very well equipped for four, with separate entry to our flat in the original servants quarters at the back of the house. Enjoyed the table tennis opportunity! Excellent location for exploring the western Scottish Borders and day trips further afield.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best
We have stayed in many properties over the years and this is definitely one of the nicest. Set in a beautiful area with wonderful views, it is a spacious and very well-appointed apartment where everything you could hope for is provided including some delicious supplies. The hosts were so helpful and made us very welcome. We only stayed three nights as we were visiting family but would love to return for longer and explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Nigel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Moira H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Janette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J., United States

Five stars!
Merlindale is a very comfortable and relaxing stay in a beautiful area. Denise is exceptionally thoughtful with many good ideas about what to see and do in the area. We definitely recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane Z.

Great stay in the Tweed Valley
The apartment was huge and extremely well equipped for our three night stay. We loved that Denise provided some basic foodstuffs which served us very nicely. We are on an extended vacation so the clothes washer and drying facilities were great. We also loved the Peebles area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joel F.

Beautiful stay
A well maintained property away from the busy hustle by river Tweed. Beautifully maimed property. Ideal for people who are looking for a calm and quiet break. Thanks to the owner and their hospitality who made us comfortable throughout the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J., United States

Lovely home stay in a terrific part of Scotland
My husband and I spent 6 nights at Merlindale and had a wonderful stay. There is plenty to do in the area within a couple of hours drive. The home itself is very comfortable with many thoughtful details. Denise is a warm, friendly host with excellent advice to make your stay a terrific one.

10/10 Excellent

Rio T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David & Paula H., Spring Hill

Lovely location
Very clean, spacious, everything you need is there. Enjoy the big kitchen and the evening fire. sit by the river and relax. Lovely countryside location with peaceful grounds. Ask Denise for direct sales or get good GPS, not Google.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Wazeem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

Linda R., Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, well-appointed accommodation
I couldn't find fault with the welcome and facilities. It is a peaceful relaxing place but plenty nearby if you want more activity. A thoughtful collection of useful groceries was most welcome. The host communicated by messaging when needed. Will be happy to recommend this comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Recommended, without reservations...
My Wife and I stayed at Merlindale for four nights and thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The accommodations are spacious and clean. The kitchen is well equipped for a short stay, and the Owners are very helpful. WiFi is available in only one room and the speed is adequate for basic activities. The location is great. While Merlindale itself is quiet and peaceful, you are only an hour away from either Edinburgh or Glasgow, and there are local communities worth visiting, such as Peebles and Biggar. We recommend Merlindale for future visitors to this area of Scotland.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margo M.

Fantastic apartment and location
This apartment is really quite special . Very peaceful location. It was spotlessly clean and lots of nice little extra touches. We were very warmly welcomed by Denise and the hospitality tray was greatly appreciated. My grandson loved the football table and table tennis . The apartment was warm and cosy and the log burner was great too. Kitchen is very well equipped . The beds were very comfortable and the bedding is of excellent quality. I would strongly recommend this fantastic apartment to anyone looking for somewhere special for a break.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Sandrine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good
Très bien. Tout le nécessaire est present. Logement propre. Bien situé au calme entre Edimbourg et Glasgow.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

10/10 Excellent

stephen m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't say anything about the hole experience just perfect ☺️
Great place and great location , if you like to fish it is a dream.One of the best rivers in the world just a two minute walk. Denise could not have been any nicer and looked after us and we will definitely be back in the near future 😌
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment was as advertised. We appreciated the welcome pack and the essentials. The place is a lot bigger than it looks in the pictures. It had everything needed for a restful stay. We enjoyed the peaceful surroundings and the comfortable bed after our hill walks and trail runs. The washer & dryer was a huge bonus after the wet outings. The place is perfect for a family or sharing with friends, we would love to revisit and explore the rest of the hills in future. Thank you Denise.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021