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Glenview Cottage At West Badallan Farm

Bathgate, near Whitburn, Southern Scotland
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Working farm
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
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At a glance

  • Traditional bungalow with open countryside views
  • Located between Glasgow and Edinburgh
  • Local distillery within 3 miles
Property code: OC-90491

Set on a quiet, rural working farm, this welcoming retreat makes a fantastic holiday base for larger families and groups of friends exploring the glorious countryside of North Lanarkshire. Offering bright and spacious accommodation for up to eight human and two canine guests, the single-storey property lies in an idyllic spot midway between the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Perfect for keen walkers, cyclists, hikers and nature lovers, this cheerful bungalow features comfortable furnishings, light and relaxing decor, and far-reaching country views.

Entering this cheery cottage, the delightful hallway leads you through into the pretty lounge with dual-aspect windows offering views over the gardens and fields. With plenty of seating and a Smart TV, this is an ideal space to settle back and relax after a great day out. Heading through, the stylishly arranged kitchen/diner is perfect for preparing and sharing family feasts. Exploring further, you will have a choice between three light and spacious bedrooms, all with king-size beds – two of the rooms also have additional single beds. The bungalow also offers three stylish shower rooms, two of them en-suite. Outside, the large garden has a lawn with ample space for your pets to exercise – though please note the farm does have livestock including sheep. The courtyard to the rear has outdoor seating with lovely views overlooking the surrounding fields.

The area offers miles of fantastic walks for your pets to lead you along, with the beautiful Polkemmet Country Park just to the north (5.5 miles). Walkers can also head to Blawhorn Moss and Wilsontown Ironworks (both within 7 miles), while the area has plenty of opportunities for keen anglers and golfers. The nearby towns of Shotts, Fauldhouse and Livingston are all within 15 miles, with Glasgow (25 miles) and Edinburgh (29 miles) both within easy reach.

  • 3 bedrooms - 3 king-size zip-and-link (can be made up as a twin on request)
  • 3 bathrooms - 2 en-suite with shower and WC and 1 family bathroom with shower and WC
  • Electric hob and oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Private garden with lawn and seating
  • Owners live on site but privacy is guaranteed
  • Private parking on gravel drive for up to 3 cars
  • Shops, bars and restaurants within 1 mile
  • License number : NL00008P
  • EPC rating : C
  • 2 well behaved dogs are welcome
  • Arrival: 15:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

 

Gavin Grant

This property is personally managed by Gavin.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Beryl 23rd May 2026

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Reviewed by Heather 16th May 2026

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Great property, fantastic location for us, it was lovely and warm and perfect for someone with mobility issues. The bedrooms are lovely and large with plenty of space to move around in, and having 3 bathrooms was amazing.

Reviewed by Terri 13th April 2026

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We loved our week at Glenview. The location was perfect for visiting our family in Glasgow but also to be able to visit the outlet in Livingston where we were able to have a shopping spree. We also loved running at Blacklaw Wind Farm which was a 4 minute drive away and enjoyed a day trip to Loch Katrine in the Trossachs! The cottage was well equiRead morepped and spacious and Janet was super helpful and friendly. We would love to return here in the future! Hide

Reviewed by Josephine 25th December 2025

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We spent a lovely, cosy 5 days over Christmas period. The house was spacious, clean and well located. We enjoyed the lovely views across the farm. Highly recommend this dog friendly holiday home.

Reviewed by Alexis 17th October 2025

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A comfortable base for families exploring the central belt. It felt rural but had plenty visitor attractions nearby.

Reviewed by Wendy 12th September 2025

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This is a beautifully appointed cottage and very well equipped. It was immaculately clean and lovely and warm. We stayed with my 80 year old Dad and we all loved it. The beds were very comfortable, the showers were great and the welcome pack was a real bonus. Its very near to tourist destinations and Janet was a very welcoming host. I would highly Read morerecommend it. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 5th September 2025

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Beautiful cottage, very well equipped and not too far from anything by car

Reviewed by Bhaveshkumar 1st August 2025

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This lovely cottage holds many happy memories for our three generations. Its situated in an ideal location, making it perfect for exploring many places in Scotland. I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and may book again next summer. Love it!

Reviewed by Victoria 25th July 2025

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We had a wonderful weeks stay at Glenview. Every detail had been thought of. The cottage is immaculately clean, smells lovely throughout. The furniture and furnishings are of a very high standard. The kitchen is clean and well equipped with everything needed and required. The outside areas were well kept and there were beautiful views. We could havRead moree happily stayed another week! The beds were incredibly comfortable and we all slept well. Hosts are friendly and approachable. Will stay again! Hide

Reviewed by Nicola 19th June 2025

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Reviewed by Philip 6th June 2025

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2nd time we have stayed here, already planning our 3rd visit. Excellent property to stay at, 3 spacious bedrooms, large kitchen and large dining lounge with windows showing the surrounding countryside. The owners are on hand should you need anything. Lovely welcome hamper. Ample parking space, external seating in 3 locations, again with excellent vRead moreiews to soak up the occasionally rare Scottish sunshine. Centrally located for Glasgow or Edinburgh and up to Stirling. Great Place Hide

Reviewed by Irundika 19th April 2025

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Reviewed by Nick 28th February 2025

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Reviewed by Ailsa 25th October 2024

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Absolutely beautiful cottage, warm and spacious.

Reviewed by Philip 5th October 2024

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A beautifully appointed cottage, with nearly everything you could need for a holiday away from home. Some truly wonderful fine touches by Janet the owner, the flowers and plants were lovely. Situated in a very central location for sightseeing, Falkirk, Glasgow and Edinburgh are all within easy reach. The views from the cottage are just amazing. LocRead moreal walks are readily available for either 2 or 4 legs. We enjoyed so much we have already booked for next year. Thank you Janet and John. See you soon Hide

Reviewed by Jill 30th August 2024

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We had a wonderful week at Glenview. Well equipped to a high standard and very comfortable. Convenient for all the places we wanted to visit: Falkirk wheel, the Antonine wall, the Kelpies, Edinburgh, Rosslyn Chapel and New Lanark.

Reviewed by Musmirah 9th August 2024

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A stunning holiday home, ideally situated between Glasgow and Edinburgh. We spent a week here and enjoyed every day with our family. The warm welcome from Janet was invaluable as immediately felt at home. The cottage was spotless, which having stayed in many homes, was a relief. Warm floors to come home too, all the amenities you needed and space fRead moreor the children to play Badminton outside. The sheep were an added bonus. We will be back! Thank you so much for making our stay - a joy! Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 2nd August 2024

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A stunning well equipped and modern cotage. Extremely well located for Edinburgh and Glasgow. Lovely and helpful owner .

Reviewed by Gill 26th July 2024

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Fantastic family stay, great location for exploring the area! Beautiful cottage, clean, well maintained and spacious, very well equipped and plenty of outdoor space for dog walking. Hosts were lovely, helpful and knowledgeable. Will definitely be back!

Reviewed by Elizabeth 29th June 2024

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Reviewed by Lesley 14th June 2024

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The cottage was clean and well equipped. It was lovely having the on-suits to each bedroom, which helped with everyone being up dressed and out in good time Janet was very helpful and friendly and made us feel very welcome

Reviewed by Anna 7th June 2024

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Fantastic cottage - lovely owner - highly recommend.

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.