5 Bed in Melrose (oc-89348)

The bustling village of St Boswells (3.5 miles) has several shops, a hotel, Bookshop, bistro, fishing tackle and country wear, garden centre, nine-hole riverside golf course and the remains of Dryburgh Abbey. This area is a great base for walkers and cyclists where you can explore both the Borders Abbey Way and St Cuthbert’s Way. Less than 5 miles away is Scott’s View – a favourite spot of the novelist Walter Scott, which offers a stunning view of The Eildon Hills. The historic town of Melrose (8 miles) features the ruins of Melrose Abbey, the Priorwood orchard and the walled Harmony Gardens. The home of rugby sevens, Melrose is also host of the Melrose Sevens tournament. The historic town of Kelso (7 miles) visit beautiful Floors Castle, the 12th century abbey and Kelso Racecourse. The championship golf course at Roxburghe is also nearby (11.5 miles).

As you arrive you will instantly fall in love with the charm of this 19th-century country house. As you come through the front door there is a lobby which leads into an attractive, spacious hallway. Off the hallway you will find the informal lounge with comfy recliner seating and wall mounted Smart TV, enjoy a good film or just relax, this room has lovely views over the open countryside. There is a formal dining room next door which is a great place to celebrate a special occasion or simply catch up with family and friends! The views are wonderful, and it is a bright room due to being south facing with views of the Cheviot Hills overlooking the river Tweed and the rolling Scottish Borders countryside. The country style farm kitchen is across the hallway, it is well-equipped, and you will find a handy utility room next door with a washing machine. Head back into the hallway and down three steps, you will find a formal sitting room, this room has lots of comfy seats with an open fire, it is a great place to chat, read a good book or play a game of cards. Head up the original staircase to the first floor you will find a welcoming landing and hallway with bookshelves and seating and there are five individually styled bedrooms on this floor, a super-king-size, two family rooms with two double beds a super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request) sofa bed, and super-king zip and link room. three of the bedrooms have an en-suite bathroom with a bath and separate shower, one bedroom has an en-suite bath with a power shower over the bath and completing the property is a fifth bathroom with large walk-in power shower.

The garden is a real suntrap, south facing, and it offers a great place to relax, after a long walk or cycle why not unwind in the covered hot tub.

House Rules

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog

- Please note that this property is suitable for 10 adults and 4 children maximum
- 5 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 2 family rooms with 2 double beds, 2 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as a twins on request)
- 5 bathrooms – 3 en-suite with bath, shower and WC, 1 en-suite with shower over bath and WC, 1 bathroom with large walk in power shower , WHB and WC
- AGA, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
- Utility room with washing machines
- Open fire (first basket of logs included)
- Welcome pack
- Highchair and travel cot available on request
- Smart TVs in the lounge and each bedroom
- Private south facing garden with seating and hot tub for up to 5 guests
- Parking for 6 cars
- Cleaning services available via bookable with owner direct prior to arrival date
- Electric vehicle charging on site, payable direct to owner
- Pubs, shops and restaurants 3.5 miles away
- Dark Skies for star gazing
- Perfect for nature enthusiasts, explorers & walkers
- This property's eco credentials includes solar panels
- STL License number : SLL000340
- EPC rating E



Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog

- Please note that this property is suitable for 10 adults and 4 children maximum
- 5 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 2 family rooms with 2 double beds, 2 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as a twins on request)
- 5 bathrooms – 3 en-suite with bath, shower and WC, 1 en-suite with shower over bath and WC, 1 bathroom with large walk in power shower , WHB and WC
- AGA, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
- Utility room with washing machines
- Open fire (first basket of logs included)
- Welcome pack
- Highchair and travel cot available on request
- Smart TVs in the lounge and each bedroom
- Private south facing garden with seating and hot tub for up to 5 guests
- Parking for 6 cars
- Cleaning services available via bookable with owner direct prior to arrival date
- Electric vehicle charging on site, payable direct to owner
- Pubs, shops and restaurants 3.5 miles away
- Dark Skies for star gazing
- Perfect for nature enthusiasts, explorers & walkers
- This property's eco credentials includes solar panels
- STL License number : SLL000340
- EPC rating E




Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.