Roxburghshire cottages and self catering, Borders Scotland

Valley View, Kirk Yetholm, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £328 to £631

Self catering accommodation in Kirk Yetholm sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: The lovely conservation village of Kirk Yetholm steeped in Borders' folklore and tradition is home to this 200 year old cottage newly renovated to high standards while retaining all its cosiness and charm. Set amidst the Cheviot Hills and with wonderful views from its very private terraced garden it is a perfect peaceful place to relax and unwind. The location is ideal for exploring the Scottish Borders and Northumberland – Kelso is just 7 miles Holy Island is a 45 minute drive and historic Edinburgh city is only an hour away. Both the Pennine Way and St Cuthbert's Way pass through the village and the Northumberland National Park is ½ mile away so visitors can enjoy great walking from the door and golf fishing and horse riding are all available locally. Excellent dining pub 200 yards shop ½ mile.

Hall. Sitting room with wood burning stove. Dining room with sitting area. Well equipped kitchen. First floor: Bathroom/WC (shower over bath). Double bedroom. Twin bedded room.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Barnekin, Kelso, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £280 to £475

Self catering accommodation in Kelso sleeps 5.

Features include: • Non Smoking • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Has a Garden •

Accommodation overview: Goose Cottage is a delightful terraced, converted stone steading, situated in the countryside within the heart of West Lothian. This is a fantastic location giving you wonderful countryside views, overlooking rolling fields but also with easy access to public transport and motorways to explore further afield. Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling are a half hour drive away and Perthshire can be reached within an hour. The cottage is attractively presented, with good attention to detail. The lounge has a leather sofa and two easy chairs. The lounge and kitchen are open plan and boasts a wood burning stove.  A picture window looks out into the west facing courtyard. The fully fitted kitchen is well equipped and from here there is access onto the private, fully enclosed east facing garden. From the garden you are looking out onto open countryside and on a clear day you can see Arthur's Seat at Edinburgh. Both first floor bedrooms are beautifully coordinated and have coombed ceilings with velux windows. This lovely cottage sits in a quiet converted steading and is only a short drive from shops and eateries. You are free to ramble in the surrounding countryside and a short drive will allow you to explore the Pentland Hills. The Union Canal makes for a great walk but is also good to cycle. The area has numerous places of interest to visit, all within easy reach from Goose Cottage so you are sure to find something for all the family to enjoy. There is the Linlithgow Palace built by James I with its magnificent lochside location, Hopetoun House and Blackness Castle. The Falkirk Wheel is a must to visit, as is the Almond Valley Heritage Centre with its museum, farm and discovery centre. For a spot of retail therapy Livingston has a great designer outlet centre called MacArthur Glen. The Edinburgh International Climbing Arena is close by, as is the Royal Highland Show - a fantastic four day show held every June. The Edinburgh International Arts Festival is held in August and you can easily take the 17 minute train journey to enjoy the numerous daily performances. Goose Cottage has the best of both worlds - a holiday in the countryside or alternatively easy access to enjoy the major cities in central Scotland. Property has electric heaters.

Bonchester Bridge, Hawick, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £291 to £

Self catering accommodation in Hawick sleeps 6.

Features include: Wheelchair access Pub near by • Pets allowed Golf near by Garden • sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: In a beautiful, rural, tranquil location with only the sounds of farm animals and wildlife to be heard, this timber lodge(1 of 8) offers a chill-out family holiday retreat. The lodge has a lovely decked balcony, perfect for summer living with outdoor furniture and a barbecue, steps lead down to an enchanting well-established garden with seating areas - care required with young children and elderly. The interior is bright, modern, child-friendly and comfortably furnished and all rooms are on one level with 2 entrance steps. Family-friendly village pub serving bar meals 500 yards, shops 7 miles.Bonchester Bridge is a charming hamlet in the Rue Water Valley, equidistant from the popular Border towns of Jedburgh and Hawick (7 miles). The peaceful unspoilt countryside and quiet roads are ideal for walking and touring the many places of interest around the Scottish Borders. Fishing and golf are popular pursuits with 19 courses within an hour's drive. 2 simple compact bedrooms - 1 double and 1 twin with additional inflatable double bed, travel cot and high chair, open plan lounge / dining area / kitchen with French doors opening onto the deck, shower-room. All electric. Fridge, microwave, Freeview television, DVD, CD player, selection of DVD's, toys, etc. Bed linen and towels provided.

Heron Cottage, Melrose, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £270 to £445

Self catering accommodation in Melrose sleeps 4.

Features include: • Non Smoking • Romantic Break • Pub near by • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Golf near by • Has a Garden •

Accommodation overview: Enjoying a peaceful courtyard setting and surrounded by rolling glens, this pretty red sandstone cottage offers enchanting holiday accommodation. Originally built in the early 19th century the property has been lovingly restored to retain much of its authentic charm, including superb exposed beams, yet also enjoys all modern conveniences desired for contemporary living. An optional log fire in the lounge ensures a warm welcome awaits guests whatever the season. This location is idyllic! The friendly hamlet of Spott is nestled at the foot of the Lammermuir hills where you may spot a buzzard, heron or kestrel, or perhaps catch a glimpse of a roe deer or badger as they scamper by....Although the ambience of Barnyards Cottage is one of peace and tranquillity, the popular coastal holiday destination of Dunbar, where it's reported boasts the longest sunshine hours in the UK, offers a  wide array of facilities within 2 miles. Watch the fishing boats return to the harbour with their daily catch or enjoy a cliff top stroll and listen to the waves crash against the shore. This area is renowned for its several championship golf courses and visitors will enjoy experiencing the many attractions close by, including the Scottish Museum of Flight and The John Muir Country Park. A regular train service from Dunbar takes only 20 minutes to reach the heart of the cultural city of Edinburgh, renowned for its festivals, arts and music venues, superb castle and Medieval buildings along the Royal Mile (and not forgetting the wonderful shopping!) ensuring Barnyards Cottage is a perfect choice for those seeking a relaxing, rural retreat coupled with easy access to explore and discover the abundance of entertainment available across East Lothian and beyond. Property has central heating.

Kirk View, Kelso, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £270 to £445

Self catering accommodation in Kelso sleeps 4.

Features include: • Non Smoking • Fire or Woodburner • Pub near by • Pets allowed • Parking Available • Has a Garden •

Accommodation overview: Situated on a peaceful leafy terrace overlooking the Water of Leith, this charming garden apartment is beautifully presented. The Garden apartment, within a terraced Georgian house, in the hugely popular Stockbridge area offers a warm and cosy welcome from the hustle and bustle of the city. For those with an interest in history and architecture, there is much to whet your appetite with Edinburgh Castle, the medieval old town and the Georgian new town to name but a few of the magnificent sights. The Royal Botanical Gardens house a variety of plants, trees, ornamental gardens, hothouses and huge open spaces, contained within its 72 acres, which are a mere 10 minute stroll from Dean Terrace. The lure of the shops is great in Edinburgh with many independent boutiques and specialist shops vying for your attention alongside the famous Princes Street and the Royal Mile all within a 10  minute walk. The Scottish National Gallery for Modern Art offers an outstanding collection of 20th century paintings, sculpture and graphic art and is just a short walk from the apartment. The Stockbridge area offers many excellent places to eat with restaurants, bars, delicatessens and patisseries all within easy reach. Just across from the apartment is the very pretty walkway along the Water of Leith, perfect for a romantic evening stroll.

Riverside Cottage, Jedburgh, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Jedburgh sleeps 6.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Situated in a superb riverside setting on Oxnam Water, on an organic arable farm, this pretty, detached, sandstone holiday cottage offers bright and spacious accommodation. Walkers will enjoy the 2km Oxnam Kirk Walkway, and the cottage is located only 4 miles from Jedburgh - the jewel of the Scottish Borders - where the ancient abbey has withstood the rigours of the centuries and the history of Queen Mary of Scots may be traced in the house where she stayed in 1566. Jedburgh Castle Jail and Museum is not be missed and the colourfully renovated buildings in Market Place and Canongate offer specialist shops, tearooms and excellent eating places. Shops and pub 3 miles.

Living room with open fire. Dining room. Large kitchen with breakfast area. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Spacious double bedroom with 5ft bed. Two twin bedrooms. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. All bedrooms with sloping ceiling.

Valley View, Kirk Yetholm, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £328 to £631

Self catering accommodation in Kirk Yetholm sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: The lovely conservation village of Kirk Yetholm steeped in Borders' folklore and tradition is home to this 200 year old cottage newly renovated to high standards while retaining all its cosiness and charm. Set amidst the Cheviot Hills and with wonderful views from its very private terraced garden it is a perfect peaceful place to relax and unwind. The location is ideal for exploring the Scottish Borders and Northumberland – Kelso is just 7 miles Holy Island is a 45 minute drive and historic Edinburgh city is only an hour away. Both the Pennine Way and St Cuthbert's Way pass through the village and the Northumberland National Park is ½ mile away so visitors can enjoy great walking from the door and golf fishing and horse riding are all available locally. Excellent dining pub 200 yards shop ½ mile.

Hall. Sitting room with wood burning stove. Dining room with sitting area. Well equipped kitchen. First floor: Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath). Double bedroom. Twin bedded room.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Ruecastle Bothy, Jedburgh, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £200 to £

Self catering accommodation in Jedburgh sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Shallcross Hall has five beautifully appointed apartments within a converted former old farmhouse, dairy and cheese room. The property has stunning views from all sides of the accommodation and benefits from a shared indoor swimming pool at the side of the property.  The accommodation has a good sized lawned area for communal use and BBQ  with plenty of garden furniture to sit out and enjoy the views of the rolling countryside.

Mabels House, Jedburgh, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £200 to £

Self catering accommodation in Jedburgh sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Fishing close by • Pub near by • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Set within the owners' grounds, with an enclosed garden area and private entrance, this recently renovated studio has stunning views over Hayfield and the surrounding countryside while being only a short walk from the door of the Kinder Scout plateau.

Skylark Cottages - Swallow Cottage, Newcastleton, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £160 to £

Self catering accommodation in Newcastleton sleeps 4.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Fishing close by • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Built in the 18th century as a byre; South Farm Cottage is nestled between the pretty villages of Corbridge and Matfen and has been skilfully transformed to provide self catering holiday accommodation to an excellent standard. This attractive stone built Grade 2 listed cottage oozes character; the spacious lounge boasts a stone fire surround, exposed beams and brick work. The modern kitchen is very well equipped. Immaculately presented throughout the two bedrooms and bathroom are positioned on the first floor. The cottage benefits from a mature and private garden; idyllic for relaxation.

Gypsy Palace, Kirk Yetholm, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £285 to £631

Self catering accommodation in Kirk Yetholm sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Set in the tranquil foothills of the Cheviots and renowned as the home of the Gypsy Kings and Queens the 'smallest Palace in the world' is a delightful holiday cottage with a fascinating history. Full of character and charm it boasts stained glass windows arched windows a summer house magnificent views (pictured) and an ideal location in this conservation village. Great walking on the Pennine Way starts at the door and Borders' castles gardens and beaches are in easy reach. Edinburgh is an hour's drive. Pub 100 yards shops ¼ mile.

Sitting room with wood burning stove. Dining room. Well equipped kitchen. Utility room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath). First floor: Double bedroom with access to single bedroom with pull out bed (for + 1).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Colislinn, Hawick, Roxburghshire, Borders Scotland

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1039 to £

Self catering accommodation in Hawick sleeps 10.

Features include: Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed • Internet and/or WiFi Golf near by • Games Room • Garden • sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: A splendid example of Scottish Baronial architecture, Colislinn was built in 1896 and stands in 8 acres of private land with large lawned gardens, flower beds, an old kitchen garden, children's trampoline, paddocks, woodland and rolling hills beyond. Through the grounds runs a burn which flows into the Slitrig Water - guests can take a swim in the natural pool. There are many walks around the estate and this is an ideal spot from which to tour the beautiful Border countryside. Local activities include golf, horse-riding, fishing and hill-walking. Hawick is 2¢ miles away with good shops and pubs.The house retains many fine period features including turrets, open log fires and original wooden floors. Rooms are very generously proportioned and from the many large windows guests will enjoy magnificent views. This is the owner's treasured and well-used family home and has lots of character - furnishings are simple, comfortable and informal. Generations of children have enjoyed playing hide and seek in the house and grounds. Ground level : large drawing room with French doors leading through the elderly sun porch, a further door leads to the verandah overlooking the front gardens; traditional dining room; compact old-fashioned kitchen with AGA; cloakroom with wc. First floor: master bedroom with zip-link beds (can be double or twin) and en-suite bathroom ; 2 turret bedrooms each with whb., 1 double and 1 twin ( travel cot available) ; 1 further twin bedroom, bathroom with separate wc. Second floor level : 1 simple bedroom with double and single bed, 1 simple bedroom with 3 single beds, bathroom. Lower level accessed by spiral stone stair: games room with table tennis and pool table, laundry room by arrangement. The services of a housekeeper for 4 hours per week are included in the rent. Cooking only by Aga and microwave, oil-fired central heating plus open fires in public rooms. Fridge, freezer, dishwasher, sky television, Broadband internet access, telephone by arrangement, (Use of fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer in laundry room). Bed linen and towels can be hired.