Staffin,Newcastleton, sleeps 6
Very comfortable, spacious end terraced house set in the heart of the village of Newcastleton on the Scottish border, in the beautiful Liddle Valley. For centuries this was the front line in the wars between Scotland and England, but now this peaceful and scenic area an ideal holiday location for relaxing or more energetic pursuits. Superb hill walking locally and on the Seven Stanes Cycle route – great centre for families and all levels of ability or aspiration. The Traditional Music Festival draws enthusiasts from all over in early summer to enjoy ceilidhs, concerts and the warm welcome in this friendly village. Shops 200 yards, pubs 300 yards.
All on ground floor: Living room. Dining room/kitchen. 3 bedrooms: 2 double, one (5ft) with en-suite shower room and toilet, 1 twin. Bathroom with toilet.
Oil CH inc (£30pw Nov-Mar). Gas, elec and bed linen inc. T/cot. H/chair. Video. DVD. Stereo/CD. Gas hob. Elec oven. M/wave. W/machine. D/washer. Garden and furniture. Parking (1 car). No smoking.
Customer Reviews of Staffin,Newcastleton, sleeps 6
1st comment: Lovely, spacious cottage in very quiet location. Close to river which was great for an evening’s walk. Enjoyed seeing a variety of birds in the garden. Local people very friendly. Scenery in the area was beautiful and the roads were surprisingly quiet. Aug 2011.
2nd comment: Very quiet area, being townies we wasn’t use to hearing just birds singing, it was great, very friendly people, beautiful place, you need a car to get anywhere but fantastic scenery whichever way you drive out of the village. May 2011.
3rd comment: All on one floor with good shower, and other facilities. Local caretaker very helpful and very close. Nov 2010.
4th comment: Staffin is a good sized cottage, not at all cramped and with excellent facilities. If you want a quiet holiday this is the place. The natives are friendly as well. Aug 2010.
5th comment: Spacious and exceptionally well equipped, the kitchen particularily is a home from home. Aug 2010.
6th comment: Spacious and and very well equipped. July 2010.
7th comment: Very clean, spacious and well-equipped. Sept 2009.
8th comment: The property was in an ideal place for exploring the borders of Scotland. The property was clean, comfortable and homely. Everything was catered for and there was plenty of space. July 2009.
9th comment: Clean, comfortable, well furnished. June 2009.
10th comment: Perfect area to spend a week investigating the Scottish Borders. Caretaker so welcoming and a brilliant source of local information, house was of very high standard, facilities in house and village well above normal. Loved the homely touches in the house as we have some rather bland and empty. This property is a real home from home and the standard of decor and fittings is exceptionally good. Such a friendly village too. Made for a more than perfect holiday. Aug 2007.
11th Comment This was the best of your cottages that we have experienced over the last few years of using your service. Aug 2007.
12th Comment tStaffin Cottage is finished to a very good specification with plenty of care and consideration to detail, all the small things that we didn’t expect to see or have were there, which made the stay even more enjoyable, we just hope that the next property we’ve booked is as good. Feb 2007.
13th Comment In 25 years of cottage holidays this was one of the best properties we have had. Very clean, superbly furnished, helpful caretaker and a super friendly village with lots to interest a visitor. July 2007.
14th Comment The property was much better than we had imagined, it was clean and comfy. The caretaker was very friendly and we really appreciated her warm welcome. It was our first stay at a cottage and we have no regrets. April 2007.
15th Comment The area is lovely if you’re looking for something secluded - village shop on the corner, butcher’s down the road do great haggis mid-week, the local pub (The Trap) and restaurants for all your immediate needs, and a large recreation ground just around the corner for some exercise (if you want any!). Locals are all very friendly and helpful. Aug 2006.