Highfield House
Sleeps 8 + 2 | Bedrooms 4 | Pet Friendly
overview
Highfield House is the largest property at Hillhouse Farm Escapes. With 4 bedrooms, the house sleeps 8 guests with and the possibility of adding 2 extra children in camp beds. There are four roomy bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms, a downstairs WC, a huge lounge, a large sit-in kitchen seating up to 10, a utility room, and a further annex kitchen/dining/living space.
This stone-built cottage was originally one of the farm’s shepherd’s quarters, though it’s had a bit of an upgrade in the years since! The most recent renovation was completed in 2022.
Guests will find the cottage extremely cosy as well as well-equipped for family or group. Highfield House can also be rented as 2 separate cottages: Highfield and Herniecleugh.
This is a wonderful house to stay in if you’re looking for a rural setting, within a mile of a local pub. We are also dog-friendly (and horse-friendly by arrangement) with limitless walks across Hillhouse Farm. You can also make use of our tennis court which has fabulous views south – we have rackets you can borrow if needed! It’s also an excellent base for exploring the Scottish Borders, Northumberland, the Lothians and, of course, Edinburgh.
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the details
the space
Highfield House is a generously proportioned detached cottage. It’s built from beautiful local stone and dates back to the 1800s. The house is really cosy and has WiFi throughout.
kitchen & living room
The front door opens into the large living space. You’ll find modern, country interiors, two comfy sofas, an armchair and a smart TV. There is also a round table and chairs which gives you extra space – for board games or cards, perhaps!
The kitchen itself is extremely well-equipped. There is a range cooker, a big fridge and a freezer – ideal for a larger group. You’ll also have a microwave, dishwasher and all of the crockery, cutlery, glassware and utensils you could need.
The large, oak dining table seats 6-10 guests (extension leaf available).
In the short corridor between the living area and kitchen, you’ll find a downstairs loo and cloakroom area. The house benefits from a laundry room with a washing machine, a tumble dryer and an iron.
bedrooms & bathrooms
Upstairs, you’ll find four bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a further shower room in the downstairs annex area (see below). The master bedroom has a king-size bed, plenty of clothes storage for longer stays and a new en-suite shower room. The second bedroom is a twin room. The spacious family bathroom has a bath with shower, WC and sink. We can provide an additional camp bed if required as well as a travel cot.
annex
There is a second stair providing access to a downstairs annex, as well as the back door of the property. The annex provides guests with an additional living space, as well as a second kitchen area.
outside spaces
The holiday house has an extensive garden for your use – please note that it is not contained. There are two outside seating areas, one at the front of the house and one at the rear. You’ll also be able to play on our tennis court, and of course you have full access to outstanding walk and cycle routes on the farm.
