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Scottish Borders cottage - luxury self catering with beautiful views |
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Weekly season prices | Low £495 | Mid £545-£645 | High £775 | Festive £825 |
Short break prices - please ask | Up to two dogs £25 each |
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Laundry Cottage Scottish Borders self catering sleeps 6
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Further details about this accommodation |
Laundry Cottage sleeps 6
Large open plan and full height kitchen living area
2 king size double bedrooms, one ensuite
1 twin bedroom
Bathroom
The cottage is decorated in a traditional yet contemporary feel with light bright rooms, painted wooden beams, solid oak flooring, period style shutters and a Morso Squirrel wood burning stove. Laundry Cottage is south facing with terrace and amazing views towards Howford Hill. The perfect spot to sit back and relax!
Duck feather and down duvets and pillows, Egyptian cotton linen and all mod cons are provided for a comfortable stay.
We allow up to 2 dogs at £25 each. Dogs are not allowed beyond the kitchen and boot room into the rest of the house. Our prices include all heating and hot water, electricity and WiFi. All linen is provided.
Our top 5 reasons why you would choose to stay at Scottish Borders cottages | |
There is a wide variety of walking options, from local town walks (leaflets available), to ranger-led forest walks (all year) and long distance hikes including the Border Abbeys Way, a 64 mile circular route linking Kelso, Jedburh, Denholm, Selkirk, Melrose and Hawick and taking in four 12th century abbeys; St Cuthbert's Way from Melrose to Lindisfarne and the Southern Upland Way. A six mile walk near Selkirk takes you past the Three Brethren 16th century cairns. | |
The 4 Abbeys Cycle Route is a 55 mile circular route taking in the same four abbeys at Melrose, Dryburgh, Kelso and Jedburgh. Tourist Information Centres stock an excellent, comprehensive guide which gives includes simple but detailed information about the route with maps and photographs as well as background historical information. The route can be broken into shorter stages if you prefer not to do it all at once. |
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Bowhill House and Country Estate is less than 2 miles away - the country home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch, with and adventure playground, soft play, the historic house and cafe. Traquair House and Brewery was originally a hunting lodge for the kings and queens of Scotland and has extensive grounds, a maze, craft workshops, events and the delicious 1745 Restaurant. |
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The BHS approved Ian Stark Equestrian Centre is a short drive and offers lessons, hacking and trekking 7 days a week along with regular fixtures, competitions and training for all equestrian disciplines. Nearby, the Bowhill Riding Stables offer lead-rein, hacking and livery, if required. There are also numerous bridle paths in the area, one of which passes over Howford Hill. |
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The local Cross Keys is a five minute walk away and does decent pub grub, while the Ancrum Cross Keys has an exceptional dining menu - please book to avoid disappointment. The Mainstreet Trading Company has a bookshop, cafe, delicatessen and home store all in one and is a great place to pass the time with a coffee and book. |