type of building: semi-detached. year of construction: 1800. Owner lives on the property. The Steading at Hearthstanes Estate - Mathieside Cairn Cottage
Renovated traditional Steading cottage on a working hill farm in the Scottish Borders. Set in unspoiled countryside with great opportunities for hiking, sightseeing, stalking, fishing and falconry on the Estate itself. We are within easy reach of Edinburgh and Glasgow airports, as well as Newcastle ferry port.
The cobbled Steading courtyard is shared by five other cottages, stables and 9-pin automated bowling alley, which is available for hire. There is a free picnic table and BBQ within courtyard for all guests. The Steading is set within Hearthstanes Estate, a traditional Scottish hill farm with extensive woodland, its ideal for many outdoor activities.
Within the Steading courtyard this self-catering cottage contains a living-room with dining area, modern country kitchen with stove, microwave (with oven function), and fridge/freezer. There is an additional bathroom with shower on the ground floor. On the open-plan first floor there is a double bed and a double sofa bed, in addition to the main bathroom, which has a bathtub with shower attachment, toilet and wash basin. In total about 80 square meters over the two floors. Electric heating and hot water is provided by our own hydro electric system.
We are within easy reach of Edinburgh, Glasgow and the Scottish Borders. Local market towns include Peebles, Moffat and Biggar. Traquair House (oldest continually inhabited house in Scotland), Abbotford House (home of Sir Walter Scott), Hadrian's Wall, and numerous Abbeys are less than an hours drive.
Hearthstanes Estate offers hiking, biking, stalking, fishing and falconry opportunities. In the evenings there is an automated 9-pin bowling alley at the Steading.
Basic information - Number of people: 4 - Pets allowed: 2 - Type of property: holiday house - type of building: semi-detached - Total number of floors in the building above the ground floor: 1 - living space: 80 m² - year of construction: 1800 - Year of the last complete renovation : 2014 - Owner lives on the property - non-smoking - Number of bedrooms: 1 - Number of bathrooms: 2
Top features - WiFi - heating: Everywhere - garden: For communal use - completely enclosed (by wall, fence or hedge) - Total of private car parking spaces: 2 - ㄴ of which garage spaces: None - ㄴ of which carport spaces: None - ㄴ of which private outdoor parking spaces: 2
Sleeping bedroom 2 - double bed (1.80 m width) in the living area - double sofa bed for 2 people
Cooking/Living - fridge/freezer: freezing compartment, fridge - stove: electric stove - toaster - microwave - electric kettle - number of dining tables: no - number of seats: no
Entertainment - TV: satellite TV - DVD player
For children - high chair
Utility - iron - vaccum cleaner
Outside area - grill/barbecue: grill/barbecue
Surroundings - Nearest town centre: 11,0 km - Grocery store: 11,0 km - going out: 11,0 km - restaurant: 11,0 km - train station: 27,0 km - airport: 55,0 km - motorway: 26,0 km - port: 65,0 km - distance public transport: 7 m - beach: 65,0 km - shingle beach: 65,0 km - sandy beach: 65,0 km - water (sea, lake, etc.): 2,0 km - sea: 2,0 km - lake: 2,0 km - river: 100 m - water sports: 15,0 km - angling spot: 100 m - public swimming pool: 17 m - bicycle hire: 27 m - hiking trail: 26,0 km - mountain rail: 100 m
Distinctive features - located in the middle of the countryside
Included in price: Bed linen (initial supply) ERV cancellation insurance Power costs Final cleaning (Basic cleaning is always carried out by the guest) Highchair Interhome plants 100'000 m2 of flowering fields to save the bees Towels (initial supply) Wireless internet access (WIFI) Washing Machine
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Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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About the area
Biggar
Biggar is home to this holiday home. Neidpath Castle and Great Polish Map of Scotland are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Dawyck Botanic Garden and Moffat Woolen Mill. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall - 37 min drive - 39.2 km
Getting around
Carstairs Station - 29 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Wee Crook Cafe - 10 min walk
Rumblin' Tum, Moffat
Campbells Fudge - 6 min drive
Green flowers
Frequently asked questions
Is Gehöft 4 by Interhome pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Gehöft 4 by Interhome?
As of 6 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gehöft 4 by Interhome on 20 April 2026 start from NZ$200, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Gehöft 4 by Interhome?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gehöft 4 by Interhome?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gehöft 4 by Interhome?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gehöft 4 by Interhome located?
Situated in Biggar, this holiday home is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Dawyck Botanic Garden and 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Devil's Beef Tub. St Mary's Loch and Neidpath Castle are also within 20 miles (32 km).