Kailzie BIG Lodge

Kailzie BIG Lodge, Kailzie Estate, Peebles EH45 9HT

Glentress & Innerleiten mountain biking areas on the doorstep

Kailzie BIG Lodge offers state-of-the-art bunkhouse accommodation for groups of 10 of more. Newly refurbished, everything oozes quality and style and has been designed for the discerning outdoor enthusiast.

The Lodge is in the very heart of the Tweed Valley, just outside the vibrant town of Peebles. Within easy access of Edinburgh & Glasgow, it's perfect for an adventurous escape. The Lodge sits in a beautifully secluded spot along a private road within the grounds of the famous Kailzie Gardens.

Purpose-built, the Lodge has a large ultra-modern fully equipped kitchen with hobs, ovens, microwaves and fridges. Meals can also be pre-ordered from the Courtyard Café and delivered directly to the lodge.

There are two bright modern lounges with internet-enabled TVs and two dining areas.

It sleeps 27 across 6 delightful rooms, each with a dedicated private bathroom, some en-suite. The comfortable beds (there's a choice of singles or bunks) have superior bedding with duvets. Fluffy towels are provided.

Your group gets sole use of the whole place.

While recognised as a top stay for cyclists, with world-renowned mountain bike areas of Glentress and Innerleithen close by, Kailzie Big Lodge is also a firm favourite with outdoor groups, clubs, retreats, schools, universities and extended family and friends get-togethers.

Outside there's a patio with seating with stunning views and plenty of private, secure parking.

For cyclists, there are 4 dedicated fully equipped bike washing stations, a maintenance area including stands and e-bike charging facilities in the digitally locked secure CCTV monitored bike store.

Kailzie BIG Lodge offers state-of-the-art bunkhouse accommodation for groups of 10 or more. Situated in the heart of the Tweed Valley, just outside the vibrant town of Peebles and within easy reach of Edinburgh and Glasgow, it’s perfect for an adventurous escape.The lodge provides 27 berths across six lovely rooms, each with its own dedicated bathroom. Sole use of whole place makes it ideal for outdoor groups, extended families, and get-togethers with friends. Close to the famous mountain biking areas of Glentress and Innerleithen.

This accommodation is featured on our map of the Scottish Borders, Glasgow, Edinburgh and South Scotland and here is its own website.

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Details

Beds & Rooms:
27: 1x7, 1x6, 3x4, 1x2
Open:
All year.
Price per night:
Sole use from £1000 (includes superior bedding & towels). Discounts for sole use & extended stays.
Booking:
Call 01721 728402, email [email protected], or visit our website to check availability and send an enquiry.
Directions:
From A72 east of Peebles, take turning for Cardrona, Follow signs for Tweed Valley Forest Park (B7062). Kailzie BIG Lodge is off to the right just before the left hand turn for the Cardrona Forest Park. Sat Nav users – follow signs to Cardrona.
Public Transport :
X62 bus from Edinburgh and Galashiels stops 10 mins’ walk from the Lodge. Train station at Galashiels with direct links to Edinburgh
Walks :
Long Distance Walks Southern Upland Way North Sea Cycle Route Land's End to John O Groats on foot LEJOG Land's End to John O'Groats by bike Castles and Coasts Route Great North Trail Scottish National Trail

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This accommodation is available at the following peak times

Available August Bank Holiday 2026 Available for Christmas 2026 Available New Year 2026 / 2027 Available February Half Term 2027 Available Easter 2027 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2027

Facilities

aMixed dormitories

bSingle sex dormitories

cPrivate rooms

&Family rooms

rAccessibility features

dBedding provided

gFully heated

mMeals available (with notice)

nBreakfast available (with notice)

oMeals available locally

kSelf catering facilities

'Bike/equipment store (lockable)

iDrying room

jShowers

pClothes washing facilities

[WiFi

uWithin 3 miles of NCN

ZDogs by arrangement

wGroups Only

r Accessibility Info

With four ground-floor bedrooms: 2 x 4 beds (en-suite), 1x4 and 1x2 share large accessible bathroom, Kalizie Big Lodge could be just what you are looking for. Situated in the heart of the Tweed Valley, in a beautifully private setting. You’ll enjoy nature at its best, with dark night skies, birdsong and our favourite - red squirrels. There is a dedicated patio area with picnic tables and seats – this is a real suntrap and a great place to watch sunsets over the Kailzie Parklands. ..Click for photos and more

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June 2nd 2026

Kailzie Big Lodge set in the heart of the Tweed Valley in the Scottish Borders offers spacious, modern accommodation with a mix of single beds and bunks. Ideal for residential stays and with fantastic access to a range of outdoor activities.

Kailzie Big Lodge offers a spacious, modern, and well-equipped base for outdoor learning and residential stays. Sleeping up to 27 across two floors with a mix of bunk and single beds and offered on an exclusive use basis, the lodge includes a large, fully equipped communal kitchen, two lounges and dining areas with internet-enabled TVs, free Wi Fi, and practical facilities such as a drying room, secure bike storage with CCTV, bike wash stations, and e bike charging. Located near Peebles in the heart of the beautiful Tweed Valley, the lodge is ideally placed to access a range of outdoor activities from hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing and golf. The lodge is set on Kailzie Estate with its own fisheries and access to the River Tweed.