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Stylish Scottish, book-filled getaway with beautiful walks

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Stylish Scottish, book-filled getaway with beautiful walks

With the old world country charm of a log burning stove, and a huge four poster bed, Barns Cottage is in a beautiful courtyard, with it's own garden and a step away from fabulous walks in every direction.
Barns Library has a huge library of interesting books covering history, fiction, art, travel and much more. The four poster bed is particularly sumptuous and unwinding in a deep bubble bath has to be the best way to relax after a long bracing walk through the beautiful countryside.

Property manager

Lulu Benson

Languages

English, French, Slovak

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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 accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 646 sq ft (60 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Pets are charged at £30 each for the entire stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 is also known as

570788

About the neighborhood

Map
Peebles, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Haylodge Park - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Neidpath Castle - 13 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Dawyck Botanic Garden - 20 min drive - 16.2 km
  • 7stanes - Glentress - 20 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Traquair House - 26 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Gorebridge Station - 25 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glentress Peel Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪County Hotel - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Neidpath Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ramblers - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cocoa Black - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stylish Scottish, book-filled getaway with beautiful walks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stylish Scottish, book-filled getaway with beautiful walks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish Scottish, book-filled getaway with beautiful walks?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stylish Scottish, book-filled getaway with beautiful walks located?

Situated in Peebles, this vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Neidpath Castle and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Haylodge Park. Peebles Golf Club and 7stanes - Glentress are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Stylish Scottish, book-filled getaway with beautiful walks Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Barns Library
We had the most wonderful stay at Barns library Everything was perfect and comfortable We enjoyed our seven nights stay very much and the surrounding grounds and area are beautiful We shall return very soon
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10/10 Excellent

Great stay
Lovely place to stay it had everything needed in a quiet private but not isolated location. Worth more than you pay.
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic short stay to celebrate our son's wedding.
Wonderful weekend. The Library was a great choice for us to stay. Loved the location. The cottage was immaculately clean and fully equipped with everything needed for our stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Wonderful night in the Borders
We loved the Barn Library, wonderful location, super furnishings and wood burner, beautiful outlook, comfy beds and glorious bed linen, fabulous bath tub and shower! Just a pity we only stayed one night.
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10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Excellent summer stay
Yet another lovely stay in the Borders. Cottage as lovely as ever with all facilities. Enjoyed amazing sunny weather so could relax in the peaceful garden. Excellent stay for us and very dog friendly as enjoyed the nearby walled garden for evening dog walks.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Mennim

Warm and welcoming stay at Barns Library
The accommodation was extremely cosy. Lovely inside and very clean. Well equipped kitchen and the welcome pack was excellent. Beds very comfortable. Good location for Peebles. All in all a very enjoyable stay with good communication throughout booking process We would like to return.
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8/10 Good

Peaceful country cottage
Delightful roomy cottage with eclectic selection of books and DVDs. Comfy beds including impressive 4 poster. Welcome pack of breakfast ingredients much appreciated. Beautiful surroundings not far from Peebles.
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10/10 Excellent

CSABA A.

3-nights stay
Very comfortable and spotless property, with many original features and nice little touches, like some complementary materials left to prepare your first breakfast. Great shower and "easy to keep going" fireplace. Good layout for a family of four. Plenty of books to choose from to keep you entertained if the weather gets you grounded. Parking right at your front door in the courtyard makes offloading and loading super easy even on a rainy day. Walled garden is only a short stroll away from your back door to safely let your dogs off lead on a ball chase. Quiet location, yet still very close to Peebles.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in a peaceful setting
Cosy, beautifully furnished cottage with real character. Lovely / dining area and peaceful estate and surroundings in general. Very comfortable bedrooms. We had some issues with hot water which apparently we should have been informed of. We have a few comments too, about kitchen items and the parking situation in relation to people who live and work on the estate. I will send a separate email to the admin office.
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10/10 Excellent

A delightful weekend in the country
We stayed in The Barns Library for 5 nights. Everything about the accommodation and location is superb. We enjoyed it so much that we have booked again, but this time to stay in The Tower. Whether you want a nice romantic time with a four poster bed and a wood burner, and/or walks in the woods, this place is perfect. We cannot recommend it highly enough
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Another fantastic stay
Another fantastic stay in this beautiful property. Very comfortable, we loved the four poster bed. We can’t wait to come back again.
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10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

August stay at Barns Library
Another lovely stay at Barns Library. Delightful cottage set in a stunning location with good access to Peebles and the surrounding areas.
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10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

August stay at Barns Library
Another lovely stay at Barns Library. Delightful cottage set in a stunning location with good access to Peebles and the surrounding areas.
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10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

August stay at Barns Library
Another lovely stay at Barns Library. Delightful cottage set in a stunning location with good access to Peebles and the surrounding areas.
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8/10 Good

Barbara G.

Barns Library
We had a second fabulous stay at Barns Library. There are just two things I would highlight. The lighting does really need to be checked as the wall light over the bookshelf is still not working and in such a dark environment it is essential and also atmospheric. The duvet in the master bedroom should have been laundered some time ago. It is not a pleasure to strip a bed and note that one has been sleeping under a duvet that cleanliness is not of the highest standard.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place to stay
Having previously stayed in Barns Tower we already knew the high level of comfort offered by the team but were still surprised by how luxurious yet homely Barns Library felt. Lovely walks, drives, good facilities in Peebles town (coffee shops, bakeries, supermarkets etc) we had a ball and hope to get back as soon as possible
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8/10 Good

Diane B.

Our visit to the ‘Borders’
Ideal setting in terms of views and walks - the Borders is a scenic and often missed part of Scotland, it was perfect for a us on a much needed short break The accommodation was comfortable, warm and cosy with plenty of logs for the fire. Just a few areas of improvement:- The rug in the sitting/dining room has a very large tear and I was constantly tripping over it - needs to be replaced ! The road into the property is full of potholes and there was an enormous pool of water at the entrance to the courtyard, where the property is situated. All could be remedied with a filling of hardcore. We had a 4x4 so we managed okay, We had a fabulous tour of the castle and the lady was very informative We did enjoy our stay but we won’t return because we like to visit different places
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10/10 Excellent

Barns Library
We had a wonderful stay in the Barns Library. It is a magical place; cosy, beautiful surroundings and lovely furnishings. The staff are welcoming and accommodating. It was perfect for making you feel relaxed which is no mean feat with a young dog and baby! It is also very well equipped if you want to cook. We would 100% recommend it to others and would certainly stay again if we travel up to Scotland. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Barns Library
We had a wonderful stay in the Barns Library. It is a magical place; cosy, beautiful surroundings and lovely furnishings. The staff are welcoming and accommodating. It was perfect for making you feel relaxed which is no mean feat with a young dog and baby! It is also very well equipped if you want to cook. We would 100% recommend it to others and would certainly stay again if we travel up to Scotland. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Barns Library
We had a wonderful stay in the Barns Library. It is a magical place; cosy, beautiful surroundings and lovely furnishings. The staff are welcoming and accommodating. It was perfect for making you feel relaxed which is no mean feat with a young dog and baby! It is also very well equipped if you want to cook. We would 100% recommend it to others and would certainly stay again if we travel up to Scotland. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

john c.

Idyllic location in relaxing and homely surroundings
Beautiful cottage in stunning Neidpath countryside with calm and tranquil walks right on the doorstep
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10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous Cottage in the Scottish Borders
My sister and I had a lovely few days at Barns Cottage Library. The cottage is cosy and yet has a touch of luxury about it. Immaculate presentation, a real home from home. I would happily live there! A nice touch on arrival was to find some food bits had been left for us such as fresh eggs, milk, bread and fruit. Thank you! The location is stunning. Right in the thick of some dramatic scenery and so good walking all around. Peebles is conveniently a 10-minute drive away and has lots of cafes, restaurants, shops, and a good link to Edinburgh by bus. Wonderful! Would recommend for a family or couple, or a group of friends as there's several beds and 2-bathroom areas.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely rural accommodation
Beautiful accommodation in lovely rural setting. The conversion has been really thoughtfully done with good quality fixtures and fittings. Nice touches like the provision of basic foodstuffs and logs for the fire. Please note the last half mile is along quite a bumpy rough road. Also worth noting that Barns is a bit away from the main castle, so is a 15min drive into Pebbles, rather than 5mins. This is noted in the information, but maybe not immediately obvious. Communication was easy and prompt. Would def recommend for couple and families. Our dog loved it to!
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8/10 Good

Very cosy cottage in beautiful surroundings
Splendid cottage, lovely alternative for families. Very charming. Not the most comfortable bed but very charming. Would love to come back. Had some difficulty getting in touch with the staff to ask some questions upon arrival, that was the only problem.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place for a peaceful getaway
Barns Library is a charming cottage in a beautiful and peaceful location. We loved the tasteful and occasionally flamboyant decor, the silent surroundings and stunning scenery. We enjoyed some great hill walks, riverside bike rides and a night at the theatre in Peebles. The cottage was well kitted out, and the owners had kindly left fresh fruit, bread, milk, biscuits, tea & coffee etc for us. All in all, a lovely holiday.