Where to stay near Macbiehill

The following places are recommended:

Bed & Breakfasts

Rutherford House

Proprietor: Dawn Galmiche

Rutherford GardensT  01968 660031

West Linton enquires@rutherfordhouse.co.uk 

EH46 7AS W www.rutherford-house.co.uk

 

A country house in extensive mature gardens, one and a half miles from West Linton. Double and twin rooms (all are en-suite). 

Prices: From £40 per person per night, for two people sharing.  Single occupancy from £65

Discounts: 5% discount for Bread Matters guests staying for two or more nights and booking directly with the owner, excluding June, July, August and bank holidays


Patieshill Farm

Proprietor: Mrs Janet Burke

Carlops T 01968 660551
by Penicuik E
EH26 9NB W www.patieshillfarm.co.uk

Patieshill

On a working sheep farm, with great views of the Pentland Hills. Quite high and rural, with a nearby footpath into Carlops village.

All three rooms (one twin and two double) have en-suite bathrooms and are on the ground floor. Guests come and go via a private external door.

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Prices: £25-£35 per person per night
  Single occupancy £30-£35

 

Drochil Castle Farmhouse    

Proprietor:   Mrs Ann Black

by Romanno Bridge T  01721 752249
by Peebles E  
EH46 7DD www.drochilcastle.co.uk

A traditional farmhouse on a working sheep farm, in a rural setting with lovely views, on the B7059 beyond Romanno Bridge. The dining room overlooks the river Tweed and guests have the use of a sitting room. The castle in the grounds is a never-completed ruin

Five bedrooms. Two doubles with en-suite bathrooms, one family and two twin bedrooms with shared facilities. One double on the ground floor has an en-suite bathroom suitable for a disabled person

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Prices:
  • From £35 per person per night for en-suite rooms
  • From £30 for shared facilities
  • Single room from £30
  • Single occupancy of double room from £50
  • Evening meal by arrangement at £20 per person

Discounts 10% for Bread Matters guests booking directly with the proprietor  - excluding June, July and August

 


The Meadows

Proprietor:   Mrs Margaret Thain

4 Robinsland Drive T  01968 661798
West Linton E  
EH46 7JD www.themeadowsbandb.co.uk

In West Linton village, among other modern houses on a small estate. Quiet, with views of the hills.

Room one has a washbasin. Room two has a washbasin and lavatory (these two share a shower room) and Room three has complete en-suite bathroom with shower.

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Prices:
  • From £25 per person per night
  • Single occupancy £32
  • Evening meal by arrangement at £20 per person

Discounts 10% for Bread Matters guests booking directly with the proprietor  - excluding June, July and August

 

 

 Peggyslea Farm 

                  Proprietor:   Mrs Annette Noble

Nine Mile Burn T  01968 660930
Penicuik E  
EH26 9LX www.peggysleafarm.co.uk

Between Carlops and West Linton, in a rural setting with views of the hills. The proprietor keeps horses.

Five kingsize/family rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms and all on the ground floor in a modern extension. One room and en-suite bathroom may be suitable for disabled guests (but please check that it has what you need before you book). Guests come and go via a private external door and can use the separate kitchen in the evening.

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Prices:
  • From £30 per person per night
  • Single occupancy from £40
  • Free wireless internet access


 

Braidwood Farm                 Proprietor:   Mrs Irene Allan

Penicuik T  01968 679959
Midlothian E  
EH26 9LP www.braidwoodfarm.co.uk

On the A766 two miles South-West of Penicuik. A farm with livery in a very rural setting.

Three double rooms with kingsize beds and one twin with two singles, all with en-suite bathrooms. The rooms are bright and spacious and have views of the surrounding countryside.

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Prices:
  • From £33 per person per night

 

The Gordon Arms                Proprietor:   Keith Jamieson

Dolphinton Road T  01968 660208
West Linton E  
EH46 7DR www.thegordon.co.uk

A 17th century inn in the village of West Linton, in a high position, so some rooms have views to the hills. It is at the junction of the two roads through the village and may not suit those who want perfect quiet. The Gordon Arms serves food and local/real ale.

Four rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms. Three twin/double and one double/family.

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Prices:
  • £75 per twin/double room per night
  • Single £40. Family from £90
  • Evening meals are available in the restaurant; we have heard that it is not lavish but consistently good

 

Rowallan       Proprietor:   Mrs Caroline Cottam

Mountain Cross T  01968 660329
West Linton E  
EH46 7DF www.rowallanbandb.co.uk

On the main A701 through the hamlet of Mountain Cross, South of Romanno Bridge, but set back from the road and therefore quiet.

Three bedrooms; one double, one twin and one double/family. All have wash-hand basins. None is en-suite.

Prices:
  • From £28 per person per night sharing a room

 

The Horseshoe Inn  T  01721 730 225
Eddleston  W horseshoeinn.co.uk
Nr Peebles on the A703 mark@horseshoeinn.co.uk
EH45 8QP  
   
Advisable to book.  
Opening hours:  Every day
3AA Rosettes  

 

 

      Glenferndale           Proprietor:   Margaret Dickson

Penicuik T  01968 676972
Midlothian W  www.glenferndale.com
EH26 9LP  

On the outskirts of the mill town of Penicuik with a country feel and good views of the Pentland Hills. This is a modern family home converted for its current us. There are two family rooms and two double rooms.

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Prices:
  • From £40 per person per night with a 25% discount for single occupancy

 

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Self Catering

A  Slipperfield Cottages            Proprietor:   Mrs Carol Kilpatrick

Slipperfield House T  01968 660401
West Linton E  
EH46 7AA www.slipperfield.com

Situated off the A702 trunk road, 1.25 miles south of West Linton village.

Two cottages, one 4* and one 3*. The 4* sleeps up to six. The 3* is a former gamekeeper’s cottage overlooking Slipperfield loch. It sleeps up to 4.

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Prices:
  • from £450 per week in Feb 2010 to £670 in July/Aug

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Prices:
  • Prices: from £370 per week in Feb 2010 to £530 in July/Aug (pro rata for shorter breaks)

B Hardgatehead Cottage           Proprietors:   Hamish & Susie Dykes

South Slipperfield Farm T  01968 661597
West Linton E  
EH46 7AA www.hardgatehead.com

A recently completed renovation, using environmentally sustainable materials and methods. Sleeps six: one double, one twin, two single beds (in a sleeping loft).

Weekly letting is the norm, but contact the owners to enquire about shorter lets off-season.

Prices:
  • from £500 per week

Hotels in Peebles and Edinburgh

There are many. Both places are too far away for us to provide transport to and from Macbiehill. This one has been recommended by a family member.

The Park Hotel T  01721 720451
Innerleithen Road E  
Peebles www.parkhotelpeebles.co.uk
EH45 8BA  

 


Eating Out

 

The Old Bakehouse T  01968 660830
Main Street www.west-linton.org.uk/bakehouse/index.html
West Linton  E: stephenharper2@sky.com
EH46 7EA  
   
Advisable to book.  
Opening hours:  Wed & Thurs from 5 pm
Fri & Sat from 12 pm
Sunday from 11.30 am
Last food orders 9 pm

 

 

The Gordon Arms see notes above
Dolphinton Road  T  01968 660208
West Linton E  
EH46 7DR www.thegordon.co.uk

 

The Allan Ramsay Hotel
Carlops T  01968 660258
Midlothian E bigwalk@hotmail.co.uk
EH26 9NF W www.allanramsayhotel.com
On the A702 in Carlops 
Opening hours: Every day

 

The Howgate Restaurant & Bistro
Howgate T  01968 670000
Midlothian E  
EH26 8PY www.howgate.com
 
On the A6094 at Howgate between Leadburn and Auchendinny.
 
Opening hours: Every day

 

 

Whitmuir Farm  The Organic Place
West Linton  www.theorganicplace.co.uk
A701  T 01968 661147
   Whitmuir Organic Farm
   
   
Opening hours:  Mon to Fri from 10 am until 6pm
Sat and Sun from 10 am until 5 pm
Occasional evening meals




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