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Georgian manse set in the heart of the small rural Scottish Borders village of Newcastleton. Perfect for groups, 10 is ideal, short breaks or longer. Only 30 minutes from the M6/M74 corridor. Perfect location for a reunion, family occasion, celebration or just sharing precious time with your loved ones. We accept 2 well-behaved dogs. Eat-in, eat out or get in the caterers we can sort it for you, there are bars and restaurants yards from your front door.
Accommodation is over 2 floors, upper has 5 double bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, 3 are en-suite. Beds have beautiful linens - its like sleeping on a cloud! The ground floor has large entrance hall, drawing room with fire and 50 inch TV, separate TV room also has a 50 inch HD TV with Sky channels and Premiership football. Sonos music sys...Georgian manse set in the heart of the small rural Scottish Borders village of Newcastleton. Perfect for groups, 10 is ideal, short breaks or longer. Only 30 minutes from the M6/M74 corridor. Perfect location for a reunion, family occasion, celebration or just sharing precious time with your loved ones. We accept 2 well-behaved dogs. Eat-in, eat out or get in the caterers we can sort it for you, there are bars and restaurants yards from your front door.
Accommodation is over 2 floors, upper has 5 double bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, 3 are en-suite. Beds have beautiful linens - its like sleeping on a cloud! The ground floor has large entrance hall, drawing room with fire and 50 inch TV, separate TV room also has a 50 inch HD TV with Sky channels and Premiership football. Sonos music system allows you to play your own music or our vast library of sounds. FREE SUPERFAST WIFI throughout. The formal dining room is fully equipped for dinner parties with a huge kitchen, separate breakfast room and downstairs cloakroom.
French doors lead to a large patio and terrace in a secure garden; perfect for outside entertaining or having a few sundowners before dinner. We welcome 2 well-behaved dogs during your stay. Children in the party? Sorted! The local activity centre will keep them amused for hours.
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlyNo smoking
We require the main booking party to take responsibility for all persons in the party. A £300 security deposit is held against your booking for any expense incurred from damage during your stay. Max of 2 dogs allowed, fees payable £30 pr dog. Only those booked to stay in the house are allowed to use the facilities.
Bedrooms
3 Super Kings4 Singles
Bathrooms
1 Half bath1 Full bath3 Attached (ensuite)
Meet the host
Barbara E
Hosting since January 2013
Languages spoken: English
Response Rate: 100%
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests: We welcome all guests to Dalkeith House personally. A brief familiarisation about the house is given on arrival along with info on local places to visit, eat and so forth. We live locally and are on hand for any unexpected surprises if they arise or to help with any concerns you may have during your stay. We can arrange for any catering you may need and are happy to dog-sit if your plans take you away from the house for longer than you (or we) would wish to leave a dog unattended.
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Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom3 contributions
Incredible house in a fabulous village.
Incredible house. We were a group of 8. We had everything we needed and more. Extremely well equipped. Bedrooms were gorgeous and beds so comfy. Scrupulously clean. Everything about this house is just superb. Garden is beautiful and so well kept. We used the BBQ a couple of times and sat out to eat which was great. This is a wonderful house to accommodate all age groups and families/friends. Would go back tomorrow. Great pubs locally and butchers had the best pies and pasties I've ever tasted !
Visited August 2023
Written 19 August 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
FrequentFlier747555
3 contributions
Fabulous House
Our family of 8 plus dog enjoyed a long weekend at this fabulous house. It was spotlessly clean and very comfortable . It was extremely well equipped. The host was very responsive and her welcome gifts were very much appreciated. We had a lovely evening meal at Copshaw Kitchen and enjoyed a morning coffee at the Olive Tree. We also booked a private session at the local pool. A great location right in the centre of the village with plenty parking. A visit to this house is highly recommended.
Visited February 2023
Written 18 February 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
michaelN2744BZ
2 contributions
fantastic house
the house was stunning ,pictures don't do it justice excellent location in a lovely village with amenities close , the weather was brilliant which allowed the children to go swimming in the river . within easy distance of Gretna Green , Kielder forest and lovely scenic drives there was no shortage of things to do,
Visited August 2022
Written 11 September 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Shona F
1 contribution
Adult only family holiday at Dalkeith House
Spent a relaxing week at this lovely Georgian townhouse. House is beautifully furnished and decorated and very well equipped. Plenty garden furniture to enjoy the outdoor patio area and lovely garden. Dog friendly which was a must for us. Barbara was very accommodating when we had a last minute additional guest. Locals and shopkeepers very friendly. Great customer service from staff at Liddlesdale Hotel on Douglas Square. Would definitely return if holidaying in the area and would not hestitate to recommend .
Visited July 2022
Written 23 July 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Travel402135
Thank you for leaving a review. Delighted you enjoyed your stay with us. B
Written 14 August 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
David H
Shrewsbury, United Kingdom11 contributions
Fabulous stay, luxurious experience
We recently had a family get together at Dalkeith House, from the wow moment as you enter the beautiful entrance room, to every little detail it was perfect - we wished we could stay for longer.
We also loved the relaxed and friendly village of Newcastleton and it’s Cafe’s and shops, plenty of walks into the surrounding countryside and nature aplenty.
The property owners (Barbara especially) were great to deal with, even returning a toy we accidentally left behind with a lovely note , Thankyou
Visited April 2022
Written 3 May 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Travel402135
We love it when friends and family come for a stay and are always delighted to reunite loved ones together. B
Written 14 August 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Paradise609888
Ripley, United Kingdom1 contribution
Wonderful week
We, a family of 6 adults, 4 teenagers and a dog. The weather was wet- very wet with the river breaking it’s banks! However the house and the village more than compensated. Accommodation excellent with plenty of room to spread out and the facilities of the highest quality, beds comfortable, water hot and plenty of kitchen and dining equipment. Walks from the house with the dog very welcome. The efforts from Barbara for our safety both on arrival and with the floods were exceptional. I have no reservations about recommending this house whatsoever and I would like to think we could return. Jan Jones
Visited October 2021
Written 15 November 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Threepiers_11
Blackpool, United Kingdom24 contributions
Perfect House for a family & friends get together
We spent a week at this glorious house in July, 3 families ranging in age from 4 to 62 + 1 dog!
The house is perfect for a large family gathering, wonderfully equipped, extremely comfortable with everything you could need. We had wonderful weather and made good use of the fabulous garden. There are some lovely walks straight from the front door.
The village has everything you need and was extremely welcoming. Visited the Liddlesdale on a number of occasions and were made so welcome. We ate there on our last night and wished we had done so before, just lovely and accommodating.
Communication with Barbara before, during and after was excellent and we would definitely recommend Dalkeith House.
Visited July 2021
Written 24 August 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Adventure28802495143
1 contribution
Tremendously relaxing
We recently had a week long family stay at Dalkeith House and it was everything and more we could have hoped for. A superbly appointed home that was as welcoming as it was luxurious; the house has all the amenities you would hope for and also has a very mature garden that was a delight to spend time in. You really felt that you were quite detached from everything else that was going on in the outside world.
The village itself is also a delightful place with everyone we met incredibly welcoming and very happy to share any information you might want to know and you also have all you might want on your doorstep - butcher, baker and the local shop for all you might require.
A great stay and I would definitely recommend Dalkeith House and it is somewhere we hope to visit again.
Visited July 2021
Written 23 July 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Travel402135
Thank you, appreciate the time taken to post your feedback, means much to us and our wee village. We love where we live and are always delighted others find it as we do. Haste ye back!
Written 7 August 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Laura B
3 contributions
Fantastic house!
We recently arrived home from a week's fabulous stay at this fantastic house. Four adults, four children and a dog.
Excellent communication from the owner pre arrival, during and after.
Situated right in the middle of Newcastleton with cafes, pubs and shops on the doorstep. The house is lovely, with everything you need and was spotless on arrival. Garden is a suntrap. Would definitely stay again and recommend wholeheartedly.
Visited May 2021
Written 10 June 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Travel402135
Woop Woop! Nice to know we haven't lost our knack during the lockdown, everything is as it should be. Many thanks for choosing to stay with us and for your support. B
Written 18 July 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Vicci J
2 contributions
Fantastic Stay
We stayed 5 nights at Dalkeith House Aug2020, a party of 6 adults 3 children. The house was perfect. We were all blown away by the size, decor and how well equipped it was. On arrival the house was immaculate with clear guidelines of Covid-19 regulations. The house is right in the centre of the village with ample parking and next door to 2 hotels serving food which we ate in, very good.
The kitchen in the house was the most equipped we've come across, everything we needed! We cooked meals for all 9 of us with no issues.
Barabara the owner is excellent and kept in touch to ensure we were enjoying our stay.
I would highly recommend a stay here and we will definitely be returning.
Visited August 2020
Written 3 September 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Travel402135
Thank you, delighted you enjoyed your stay, look forward to your return, stay safe and best wishes B
Written 18 October 2020. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
The small village of Newcastleton, with a resident population of 800, is nestled in the valley of Liddesdale, gateway to the Scottish Borders. Surrounded by hills and forests with fabulous scenery, abundant wildlife and historical sites, perfect for getting away from it all and recharging your batteries, a great place to visit for the day - or longer. Five hundred years ago the hills would be ringing with the sound of clashing steel and fighting Reivers, today visitors experience a warm welcome. Newcastleton forest is home to one of the world-renowned 7stanes mountain bike trails from where you can cycle across the Scottish English border to Kielder where even more walks and trails abound. Rock UK, our local activity centre will be happy to indulge if you'd like to try abseiling, kayaking, fencing or plunge down the zip wire. Dalkeith House has exclusive deals for our guests, want to know more? Please get in touch. The challenge of the nine-hole golf course is one you will remember, but worth it to see the breathtaking views from the third hole. Find out more about Newcastleton, or Copshaw Holm, as it is known locally, by visiting the local heritage museum. If you are interested in tracing your family tree then the Hawick Heritage Hub is only 30 minutes away. Use their archives to look into famous Border names like Armstrong, Nixon, Elliot and Robson. Take a drive following the Reivers Route taking in famous sites like Hermitage Castle and Mangerton, where battles were fought to protect the borders bloodied lands.
Getting around
To appreciate all our scenery it is advisable to travel to the village by car. Car hire can be arranged from any mainline station, our nearest is Carlisle. The village offers a local bus service but this is only viable if you wish to travel to our local towns; Hawick in the north and Carlisle in the south.
The M6/M74 is only 30 mins away making Dalkeith House a great location for friends and families to meet who are travelling from the north, south, east or west.
Access
Car advised
How to get there
Newcastleton is a 30-minute drive from the M6/M74 corridor making it perfect for friends and families to meet who live north and south-east or west.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Golf course (within 15 min walk)Tennis courtWater parkWatersports
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 4 pm • Check out by 10 am
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available once booking is confirmed
Notes from owner
Best deal book direct via our web site www.dalkeith-house.com or call 013873 75642. Tarrif includes all bed linens, towels, toiletries and toilet rolls. Kitchen basics; washing up liquids, dishwasher tabs, cloths, tea towels, kitchen towels. BBQ in season and brickettes. Firewood and kindling, WIFI. Huge selection of DVDs movies and gaming, access to music library. Please indicate on your booking form how you wish the rooms to be made up for arrival; either 3 superking doubles plus 2 superior twins OR 2 superking doubles and 3 superior twins
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