Wilding on a Whim
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- Ensuite glamping pods in the Scottish Borders countryside
- Roslin 15 minutes' drive; Edinburgh Castle 40 minutes
- Surrounded by woodland and farmland; part of a rewilding project
Site type
3
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Camping pod (no pets)
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Dimensions: 3.0m width x 7.0m length (9.8ft width x 23.0ft length) Calculated area: 21.0m² (226.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £99 (£99) 1 night, 2 adults
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Camping pod (pet friendly)
4 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Dimensions: 3.0m width x 7.0m length (9.8ft width x 23.0ft length) Calculated area: 21.0m² (226.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £99 (£99) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 91% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
The cabin, the kitchen and bathroom facilities, the location. Clean cabin, Nice friendly…
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Liked: The cabin, the kitchen and bathroom facilities, the location. Clean cabin, Nice friendly host.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely review and so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. We would love to welcome you back any time. Katie, Wilding on a Whim
Beautiful
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Liked: Amazing owners who were so friendly and welcoming. We stayed for a week and they provided spare clean bedding and towels too! Will definitely be staying here again thank you for an amazing holiday!
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From the manager: Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review and for being such respectful guests! We would love to welcome you back any time. Katie, Wilding on a Whim
A lovely quiet rural setting perfect for nature lovers.
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Liked: The setting was lovely, with a pleasant little walk close by just as advertised, Great for nature lovers as there were the sounds of birds and sheep all around giving a nice peaceful feel and we also spotted squirrels and a deer outside too. The pod was clean and bed was cosy and comfortable. A welcome gift of milk, eggs and tea things on arrival was a nice touch and most appreciated. We opted not to light a fire but all you needed to do so was provided. It’s a short drive to the station 20 mins where you can catch the Scotrail train to Edinburgh and nearby Dalkeith had plenty of shops and restaurants for food and dining out.
Disliked: Would have preferred a small 2 seater sofa rather than a futon as I don’t find futons comfortable but wouldn’t put me off revisiting.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a lovely review! Sorry to hear the sofa wasn't to your taste, it converts to a bed allowing us to accommodate families with children but I'm so pleased to hear it wouldn't put you off of coming to visit again! Katie, Wilding on a Whim
The Pod, The Area, This site is small & very quiet, Pods…
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Liked: The Pod, The Area, This site is small & very quiet, Pods clean & well equipped. Nice little wooden dog walk on site.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review and pictures. We are really glad you had a good stay and hope to welcome you here again. Katie, Wilding on a Whim
Excellent lodge
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Liked: Brilliant relaxing cabin, very enjoyable and very safe for young children. Enjoyed the animals all around, we would definitely go again if coming back Edinburgh.
Disliked: Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review Rhys. I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and you enjoyed our location hear in the Borders of Scotland. We are really lucky to have the animals around us and the surrounding countryside. I hope that you can join us again in another of the stunning seasons here in Scotland. Regards, Colin Wilding on a Whim
It was wonderful.i had a 3 nightstay.owners were helpful as well.definitely will…
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Liked: It was wonderful.i had a 3 nightstay.owners were helpful as well.definitely will be back again.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review Shishir. I hope that you enjoy the rest of your holiday and the summer. We look forward to your return in the future. Kind regards, Colin Wilding on a Whim
Excellently appointed pods in a great location.
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Liked: Brilliantly appointed pod in a great location. We loved staying here for two nights and the location was perfect for a trip to Glentress. The pod was really cleverly appointed with everything four people would need for a few nights stay. The beds were really comfortable and the bathroom perfect with a great shower. Really loved the eggs and also hot drinks and biscuit on arrival too. The seating outside and the picnic tables were great. Would highly recommend.
Disliked: The fire alarm and the toaster did make for a noisy combination
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review. I am glad you enjoyed your experience and the surrounding area. it is a ideal location for cyclists. I hope that you will return again someday. I hope that you have a good rest of the summer. Colin Wilding on a Whim
Excellent site.... Quiet, and relaxing..... Just perfect
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Liked: Everything.... All you could want or need was in the pod..... Warm and cosy.... Friendly owner.... Just wanted we needed
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From the manager: Hi Samantha, Sorry for the late response. Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. Its great that your break with us was all that you wanted. Have a great summer, Colin Wilding on a Whim
Excellent site, clean, family friendly, environmentally friendly.
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Liked: Helpful directions. Warm, friendly welcome. Clean, super comfortable and heated pod. Everything we needed to cook and dine supplied. The kids loved the fire pit area which was readily stocked with wood. Hot water for shower and washing up. My husband appreciated the number of electric plug sockets and internet provision.
Disliked: Nothing!!
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From the manager: Thank you for your review Laura. It was lovely spending time with you and your lovely family around the fire pit. The weather this week was good too:) We hope that you will all visit us again soon. Regards, Colin Wilding on a Whim
Less than half an hour from Scotland's capital and yet this place…
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Liked: Less than half an hour from Scotland's capital and yet this place felt a world away. We loved the tranquility, beauty of the surrounding woods and the work Colin and Katie are doing to restore the indigenous ecosystem here. The pod was clean and cosy, even though it was February. We had all the information we needed, but also felt our hosts were available and helpful if we needed them.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to write your review Julian. We hope that you will join us again in one of the other magical seasons that we have here in the Borders of Scotland. Very best wishes, Colin Wilding on a Whim
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Wilding on a Whim
Whim House
West Linton
West Linton
Scottish Borders
Scotland
EH46 7BD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
55.77198°N
-3.25456°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
Airport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Portobello (Central) | 22.3 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Portobello (West) | 22.7 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Poor |
| Seton Sands | 30.3 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | N/A |
| Aberdour Harbour (Black Sands) | 30.8 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Aberdour (Silversands) | 31.4 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Edinburgh Zoo 18.9 km
Royal Scottish Academy 19.4 km
National Museum of Scotland 19.9 km
Edinburgh Castle 20 km
The Scotch Whisky Experience 20 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Nine Mile Burn - West Kip - Nine Mile Burn 5.3 km
The Pentland Hills 9.4 km
Black and White Meldon 11 km
Roslin and the North Esk Valley 11 km
Peebles - Lyne - Peebles 14.2 km
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Wilding on a Whim have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Wilding on a Whim dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Wilding on a Whim? History and heritage are abundant in this part of the world, whether you’re heading to the village of Roslin (15 minutes' drive) to see its castle and far-famed Rosslyn Chapel, to the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Wilding on a Whim?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Wilding on a Whim? From R2,292.99 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.