Introducing The Grange Estate: A Private Luxury Retreat in the Scottish Borders

Business leader Nicola Williams has announced the launch of The Grange Estate, an exclusive-use luxury residence in the Scottish Borders, opening for bookings from May 2026.

Located in Heriot, just 30 minutes from Edinburgh, The Grange Estate is a substantial contemporary private residence set within acres of open landscape, with uninterrupted views down the valley towards Galashiels. Designed for complete exclusivity, the estate offers privacy, scale and refined modern luxury for discerning guests.

More than a new luxury venue, The Grange Estate is first and foremost a deeply personal project. The property has been Nicola Williams’ family home for over a decade, a place shaped by family life, milestones and careful investment.

Nicola said: “This has been our family home, and it holds extraordinary memories for us, and because of that, absolutely nothing has been done by halves. Every detail has been considered, and every space has been designed to feel calm, comfortable, and beautifully finished. Opening The Grange Estate to guests is about sharing something very personal. This is a home that has been loved and thoughtfully developed to an exceptional standard, which makes it effortless and enjoyable to spend time in.”

The property itself extending to approximately 9,000 square feet across three levels, accommodates up to fourteen guests across six bedrooms, with an additional nursery if required. The principal living spaces and master suite feature dramatic floor-to-ceiling glazing that frames the sweeping valley views and floods the interiors with natural light.

The estate includes an extensive private leisure suite comprising a large indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, and a cinema snug. Within the gated grounds are landscaped gardens, a kids astro football pitch, a children’s play park and secure parking, creating a setting equally suited to executive gatherings and multi-generational family stays.

Initially, The Grange Estate will welcome corporate bookings, curated retreats and high-end short stays. The property has been designed to host leadership strategy sessions, board retreats, writers’ residencies, wellness experiences and private celebrations, all offered on a fully exclusive-use basis.

Importantly, The Grange Estate operates on a luxury-without-intrusion model. The residence is not staffed as standard, preserving the privacy and freedom of a true private home. Guests may opt to engage a dedicated house manager to curate experiences through a trusted network of pre-vetted suppliers, including private chefs, catering teams, wellbeing practitioners, chauffeurs and event specialists.

Day-to-day estate management and guest experience will be overseen by Louise Shepherd, Estates Manager, ensuring that the property’s standards are maintained with discretion and care.

As a successful businesswoman, Nicola Williams brings the same strategic thinking and uncompromising standards that have defined her professional career to The Grange Estate. The result is a rare offering within Scotland’s luxury accommodation market: a substantial, modern private estate residence that combines architectural quality, personal warmth and complete exclusivity within easy reach of Edinburgh.

Bookings provisionally open for May 2026. To request, please visit: www.grange-estate.co.uk and keep up to date with the latest developments on our social media pages, Instagram, Facebook, Linkdin and Tiktok.

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Ahead of its opening, The Grange Estate will host a series of pre-launch media and influencer previews, offering guests the opportunity to experience the property and its curated experiences first- hand.

If you’d like take part in one of these trips, please contact Jane Maher at JPM Marketing.