Stobo is a small historic village in the Borders region of Scotland situated five miles west of Peebles. An early Celtic church once stood at Stobo and the Stobo castle site, the castle was built close to the River Tweed in 1805-11 for the Montgomery family and is now a well-known residential health spa offering numerous relaxation, health and beauty treatments. Stobo is a tranquil village surrounded by beautiful country scenery with rolling hills and waters abundant with fish popular with walkers, cyclists and anglers. It is an ideal resort for touring the Borders and Edinburgh areas with a range of holiday accommodation, shops and plenty places to eat. Attractions include the Dawyck Botanic Garden, a conservation area with a collection of trees, shrubs, azaleas and rhododendrons; the garden is also home to a variety of wildlife including red squirrels and woodpeckers. The gardens offer various trails including the Beech Walk with a tree top view of Dawyck and the Tweed Valley and the Scottish Rare Plant Trail. There are driving tours to visit the many Border Abbeys including the great Abbeys at Kelso, Dryburgh, Jedburgh and Melrose. There are also many castles, country houses and estates. The local Highland Games are held in Peebles each September.
Attraction
Venue
Places to Stay near Stobo
Neidpath Inn (4.38 miles)
Tontine Hotel (4.47 miles)
Situated in the heart of Peebles we are a family run hotel totally geared up to providing you with a wonderful break. For mountain bikers looking for a bike-friendly hotel ... More
Crown Hotel (4.49 miles)
Cross Keys Hotel (4.63 miles)
Click for special and substantially discounted rates from Laterooms
17C coaching inn with restaurant, bar and beer garden. Centre of Peebles and convenient for all leisure facilities, close to Glentress mountain biking centre, ... More
Park Hotel (4.67 miles)
Castle Venlaw Hotel (4.78 miles)
23 miles south of Edinburgh, this romantic family-run 18th century Castle overlooking the picturesque town of Peebles provides friendly, elegant surroundings. Our 12 en-suite rooms including 2 luxury romantic suites and 2 four poster ... More | visit website
Peebles Hotel Hydro (5.04 miles)
The hotel is situated in the beautiful Borders market town of Peebles. From its elevated position Peebles Hydro commands breathtaking views across the valley and is an ideal base to explore the Scottish Borders and ... More | visit website
Cringletie House Hotel & Restaurant (5.23 miles)
Cringletie House is a truly romantic Victorian mansion set in 28 acres of gardens and woodlands. The 400 years old Walled Garden is supplying the kitchen with herbs, fruits and soft fruits, vegetables and ... More | visit website
Barony Castle (6.71 miles)
Barony Castle is a beautiful mansion house built in 1536. Set in 25 acres, it offers a quiet & peaceful location. Ideally situated on the outskirts of the Scottish Borders, ... More
Horseshoe Inn (6.93 miles)
Brit Quote: |
|
On this day: |