type of building: semi-detached. year of construction: 1800. Owner lives on the property. The Steading at Hearthstanes Estate - Lategillan Rig Cottage
Recently 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 oven, stove, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Also on ground floor is a guest WC. On the first floor there are three bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom. One bedroom has a double bed and the other two bedrooms have two single beds each. The bathrooms have bathtubs with shower attachments, toilets and wash basins. In total about 120 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: 8 - 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: 130 m² - year of construction: 1800 - Year of the last complete renovation : 2018 - Owner lives on the property - non-smoking - Number of bedrooms: 3 - Number of bathrooms: 4
Top features - WiFi - heating: Everywhere - garden: For communal use - completely enclosed (by wall, fence or hedge) - Total of private car parking spaces: More than 10 - ㄴ of which garage spaces: None - ㄴ of which carport spaces: None - ㄴ of which private outdoor parking spaces: More than 10
Sleeping bedroom 2 - double bed (more than 1,80 m width) bedroom 4 - 2x single bed bedroom 6 - 2x single bed in the living area - double sofa bed for 2 people
Cooking/Living - fridge/freezer: freezing compartment, deep freezer, fridge - stove: electric stove - oven - toaster - microwave - electric kettle - dishwasher - number of dining tables: no - number of seats: no
Entertainment - TV: satellite TV - DVD player - party games for adults
For children - high chair - party games for children
Utility - washing machine: For sole use in the object - iron - vaccum cleaner
Outside area - grill/barbecue: Charcoal grill
Surroundings - directly at the edge of the wood - Nearest town centre: 9,0 km - Grocery store: 9,0 km - going out: 9,0 km - restaurant: 9,0 km - train station: 45,0 km - airport: 60,0 km - motorway: 27,0 km - port: 65 m - distance public transport: 9,0 km - beach: 65,0 km - shingle beach: 65,0 km - concrete beach: 65,0 km - sandy beach: 65,0 km - water (sea, lake, etc.): 2,0 km - sea: 40,0 km - lake: 3,0 km - river: 50 m - water sports: 15,0 km - boat hire - angling spot: 50 m - public swimming pool: 27,0 km - golf course: 27,0 km - bicycle hire: 27,0 km - hiking trail: 50 m
Distinctive features - located in the middle of the countryside
Included in price: ERV cancellation insurance Power costs Final cleaning (Basic cleaning is always carried out by the guest) Highchair Laundry (initial supply of bed linen and towels) Interhome plants 100'000 m2 of flowering fields to save the bees Wireless internet access (WIFI) Washing Machine
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About the area
Biggar
Biggar is home to this holiday home. Devil's Beef Tub and 7stanes - Glentress are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Moffat Community Nature Reserve and St Mary's Loch. Dawyck Botanic Garden and Moffat Woolen Mill are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall - 33 min drive - 38.8 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
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gehöft 3 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 3 by Interhome?
As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gehöft 3 by Interhome on 13 Apr 2026 start from AU$207, 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 3 by Interhome?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gehöft 3 by Interhome?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gehöft 3 by Interhome?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gehöft 3 by Interhome located?
Situated in Biggar, this holiday home is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Dawyck Botanic Garden and 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Devil's Beef Tub. St Mary's Loch and Neidpath Castle are also within 20 miles (32 km).