Wilding on a Whim
Wilding on a Whim
5 /5
Wilding on a Whim is a lovely retreat in the Scottish countryside, with eco-conscious glamping pods nestled within a family rewilding project. There are two pet free pods and one pet friendly pod, all sleeping up to four people and well furnished. Surrounded by woodland and part of a rewilding project, these are perfect for couples or families looking for escape.
Small, peaceful glamping site with fully furnished pods and a communal fire pit
Situated on a rewilded project, surrounded by woodland and in the Scottish Borders countryside
Plenty to do nearby with historic local towns, the site is 12 miles from Edinburgh castle and 9 miles from Peebles
About Wilding on a Whim
Cosy camping pods on an eco-conscious site which uses locally sourced materials, ideally located with easy access to the Borders, Lothian and Edinburgh, surrounded by woodland and countryside. There are three pods to choose from, two of which are pet free and one which is pet friendly. They are very well equipped, sleeping up to four people on a comfy double bed with underneath storage and an additional sofa bed for children. Each pod also has an ensuite shower room. There is a well-stocked a kitchenette with microwave, hob, kettle, fridge, sink and all cooking utensils and crockery. This is alongside a dining area with four chairs. Bedding and linen are provided with each booking. The pods all have smart TV with built-in DVD and WiFi. Outside, you'll have your own private decking with patio furniture overlooking peaceful gardens and the communal fire pit - great for marshmallow toasting! Rewilding and sustainability are at the heart of the site, where you can escape to the Scottish countryside for a blissful retreat. A maximum of two dogs are allowed in the pet friendly pod, just please keep them on the lead.
Wilding on a Whim is open all year round.
The pods are self-contained and have cooking, toilet, washing and leisure facilities. The guest area has an outside dining table and a communal fire pit. There is free parking for three cars close to the pod area.
The Old Crown Inn is just a ten minute drive away in Penicuik, where you'll also find closest supermarkets which are Tesco and Lidl.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 3 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
2 x Glamping Pods (Pet Free)
Max 4 people
Well equipped glamping pods, set in a beautiful garden area. With heating, ensuite shower room, comfy bed, kitchenette and dining facilities and a sofa bed for children. Private decking with furniture. Towels and linen for two provided. Sorry, no pets.
Glamping Pod (Pet Friendly)
Max 4 people
Well equipped glamping pod, set in a beautiful garden area. With heating, ensuite shower room, comfy bed, kitchenette and dining facilities plus a sofa bed for children. Private decking with furniture. Towels and linen for two provided. Pets welcome.
5 /5
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Perfect get away
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Kieran J
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I stayed for 2 nights and the pod was perfect. Extremely cosy with everything you could need. Nice communal fire pit and Colin was very helpful with providing firewood and dealing with a minor Wi-Fi issue one evening. The location is lovely and quiet but only 20 minutes from the shops. We even managed to see the Northern Lights one evening. Overall. it was a lovely site to stay at. The facilities were perfect and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone wanting a peaceful break.
Site's response
Thank you for your glowing review. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will visit us again in one of the other fantastic seasons here in Scotland.
Just what we needed
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Carlene G
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My partner and I just spent the weekend at Wilding on a Whim and it was perfect. The pod and bathroom were immaculate on arrival and they had provided all that we needed throughout our stay. Thank you for the eggs! The host was very friendly and checked in with us to make sure we had everything, we hadn't realised our pre arrival email had gone into our junk folder but Colin was more than happy to check us in over the phone. The location is perfect for trips into Edinburgh while also secluded enough to disconnect, and is surrounded by beautiful scenery. We'll definitely be back again!
Site's response
Thank you for your review. I am glad that you enjoyed your experience and the surrounding area. We are very fortunate to live in such a beautiful part of Scotland with access to all the sites locally. I hope that you will be able to join us again in one of the other wonderful seasons here. Kind regards, Colin - Wilding on a Whim.
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Emma W
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We came back 2 days ago from staying for 4 nights whilst visiting our daughter in Edinburgh. The location was brilliant. The pod was wonderful, cosy, clean and everything you needed was inside. We booked the dog friendly pod as we brought our cockapoos with us, they loved it too! The hospitality we received from the family was wonderful and they have done such an amazing job of re-wilding their land. We will definitely be back when we next visit, it's a little gem.
Site's response
Thank you for your lovely review, Emma. I am glad you all enjoyed your stay and the experiences of the lovely land around us. We look forward to welcoming you back one day. All seasons here in Scotland are beautiful. I hope you enjoy the rest of your summer. Colin at Wilding on a Whim
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Things to do on site and in the West Linton area
Pop along to the historic village of Roslin just a 25 minute drive away and take a stroll around the castle and far-famed Rosslyn Chapel. Alternatively, the incredible architecture of Old Penicuik Castle is just 15 minutes away and is a lovely sight.
The vibrant and bustling city of Edinburgh is just a 40 minute drive away and has plenty to do for all, and it is also s UNESCO World Heritage Site. A world-famous castle, winding cobbled streets with bagpipes street performers or the annual Edinburgh Fringe Festival are just a couple of fun things to see.
Other nearby activities:
- Glencorse Golf Club (15 minutes)
- Don Coyote Outdoor Centre (15 minutes)
- Roseberry Reservoir Fishery (20 minutes)
- Midlothian Snowsports Centre (20 minutes)
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