Girnick Cottage, Kelso, sleeps 5
Set in glorious countryside just north of Kelso, with panoramic views towards the village of Smailholm, this charming holiday cottage is tastefully furnished to provide a comfortable base from which to explore. Kelso, 6 miles, set on the River Tweed has interesting and individual shops and eateries, an abbey, racecourse and ice rink. Excellent cycling, fishing and walking in the Eildon Hills, access to two 18 hole golf courses, historic houses at Floor Castle and Mellerstain, 2 miles. Cycle store at the property. Shops and pubs 6 miles.
All on ground floor: Living/dining room. Kitchen. 3 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 twin (zip and link), 1 single. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet.
Open fire in living room (initial fuel inc). Economy 7 CH, elec, bed linen and towels inc. T/cot on request. Freeview TV. DVD. Elec cooker. M/wave. Washer/dryer. F/freezer. Enclosed garden and furniture. Parking (2 cars). No smoking. Easy walking access.
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Customer Reviews of Girnick Cottage, Kelso, sleeps 5
1st comment: Love the cottage and garden, nice quiet location, hope to visit again. Sept 2011.
2nd comment: Beautiful location, a real home from home. Sept 2011.
3rd comment: The cottage was warm and comfortable with lovely fresh flowers and a welcome pack. A lovely place to relax and enjoy the lovely and peaceful surroundings. July 2011.
4th comment: This Cottage was excellent in every way - with personal touches which were much appreciated. The owners were very welcoming and had lots of literature in the cottage for all tastes and we found these most useful. The enclosed garden was perfect for our Border Terrier. This was our first hoiday in the Borders, but we would certainly recommend the area and definitely hope to go back to Girnick Cottage. It is well situated for both country walks, visiting some beautiful Houses and Gardens, and our ride over lovely moors to North Berwick only took us 1 hour. Perfect cottage for a week’s holiday, or even a short break. July 2011.
5th comment: Excellent location. So many country houses, gardens and historical places of interest within a twenty mile radius. Cottage very private and peaceful without being remote. Accommodation very clean and comfortable without being ’fussy’. May 2011.
6th comment: The property is well out of town, just off the road on a track. Itis comfortable and very private with a lovely garden, I saw a rabbit in the garden a couple of mornings. It is well enclosed for children or dogs. There was pots of hot water and plenty of heating to keep warm if needed. No mobile phone reception but I view that as a good thing! April 2011.
7th comment: Very cosy and well presented. The kitchen was well stocked woth crockery, cutlery and cooking equipment. Particularly enjoyed the coal fire in the lounge. Nov 2010.
8th comment: Secluded and cosy with all mod cons needed for a relaxing holiday. Nov 2010.
9th comment: By far the best cottage we have stayed in. Everything we could possibly need was provided. The welcome package, fresh flowers and starter bucket of coal were all very thoughtful and most welcome touches. Oct 2010.
10th comment: Quiet location surrounded by farmland, but close to quiet road. April 2010.
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Self catering cottages in Scottish Borders sleeping 5Places to Eat Nearby
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Cobbles Inn Kelso
Pub style restaurant with great real ales. Traditional style pub grub at bar and restaurant
Shops Nearby
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Countryside Cookware
Opened in Kelso in 2005 and have won several national awards since then, including “Best Cookshop in Britain” in 2007.
Local Visitors Attractions
Nearby Castle
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Smailholm Tower
Small towerhouse near Kelso -
Floors Castle
Still inhabited home to the Duke of Roxburghe with ten rooms to view including collection of funiture and modern art.
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Paxton House
Lovely Adams Brothers designed house near Kelso. Possibly the finest Palladian mansion in Scotland. -
Marlfield House
1700 mansion in good condition that was a hotel for a while but is now a private house again. The front door lock comes from Robert Adam's Calton Jail and the panelling in the hall from a cunard liner.
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Whiteside Peel
Whiteside Peel or tower is a ruined example of Borders tower near Mellerstain House. You can walk to from the main house but not signposted.
Places to Visit
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Dryburgh Abbey
Idyllic Border ruins beside the Tweed dating from 1150 and burial place of Sir Walter Scott
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