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Pond Cottage

★★★ Carmichael Visitor Centre, Warrenhill Farm, Covington, GB

8.5 guest rating· 11 reviews

About this hotel

Tranquil Retreat on Carmichael Estate

Picturesque Views and Modern Comforts

Pond Cottage offers stunning views of the lochan, providing a serene backdrop for your stay. The well-equipped kitchen, cozy seating area, and modern amenities ensure a comfortable and relaxing experience.

Outdoor Activities and Leisure

Guests can enjoy fishing and scenic walks in the countryside, immersing themselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings. For those seeking more active pursuits, tennis and table tennis facilities on the Estate provide hours of fun and recreation.

Convenient Location and Accessibility

Located just a short distance from Biggar and Edinburgh, Pond Cottage offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to nearby attractions. With free WiFi and private parking on site, your stay is sure to be convenient and enjoyable.

Experience tranquility and comfort at Pond Cottage – book your stay now for a memorable holiday getaway.

Rooms & rates

One-Bedroom House

Sleeps 2 · 35 m² · Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Restaurant
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Pets allowed
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
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  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fishing
  • Garden
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Tennis court
  • Tennis equipment

Location

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Carmichael Visitor Centre, Warrenhill Farm, Covington, GB

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 05:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say8.511 reviews

+ Comfortable stay+ Idyllic locationHassle with Satellite TV
Cleanliness7.8
Service8.8
Location9.3
Room Quality8.8
Amenities8.3
Value for Money8.3

An excellent getaway from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

8.0

Peace and tranquillity. This delightful little cottage sits beside a small lake after a mile along a forest track. There are fish in the pond and deer in the woods, as well as squirrels, rabbits and other native wildlife. The location is perfect for touring the borders and the excellent broadband WiFi ensures you are not cut off from civilisation. The icing on the cake is the real, log burning fire, not for heat, but just for aesthetic pleasure. An excellent getaway from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Very little.

John · GB · 2026-07-01

Guest review

8.0

Location was idyllic in the woods by a small lochan on the Carmichael Estate. Well situated for trips to both Glasgow and Edinburdh, whilst benefitting from tranquil and lovely setting. Loved the open fire and traditional bothy style.

It was great for our purposes. A little tired and dated, though this did not matter to us.

Carolyn · GB · 2026-05-24

Pond Cottage

7.0

Quiet and cosy. Lovely location, perfect to explore the Central Belt and Borders. Farm shop has opened up after a refurb and is superb, worth a visit even if you are not staying here. We extended our stay for another two weeks as it ticked all the boxes. Open fire lovely in the soggy weather.

Property would benefit from some gravel on the path as the Scottish weather turned it to mud. Could probably do with a refresh to the kitchen and bathroom but didn't worry us, everything worked at the end of the day.

Emilia · GB · 2026-03-29

Comfortable stay in idyllic location

7.0

Location, location, location! Comfortable and warm.

Hassle with Satellite TV

Ewan · GB · 2026-01-15

It met up to my exsoectation well. Great stay overall.

9.0

Very homely and comfortable. Location superb.

Mattress very hard

Debbie · GB · 2025-04-03

Great location in the woods, very peaceful with all necessary amenities.

8.0

Great location in a peaceful place, a mile from the road in the woods. All facilities as described and once you've found the cottage (the directions are good) I found it just perfect. Very quite and plenty of places to walk around the woods. The roads around are all country roads but not that much traffic which was a bonus. Really enjoyed my stay.

Nothing I can think of.

Judi · GB · 2024-07-26

Good to know

Please note Pond Cottage is a secluded country property. Reception is open between 10:00 and 17:00.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.