This delightful detached cottage, newly built and full of character, is situated just a mile outside the town of Lauder (all facilities) in the lovely countryside of the Scottish Borders. Standing quite high, and south facing, it has a stunning panoramic outlook to the front across its large, enclosed grass garden (furniture) to the hills beyond. It comes well equipped, too, with large windows, patio doors, decking areas and even balconies from which to enjoy the views.
Its owner is a professional designer and inside the cottage is light and airy, and, as you would expect, most charmingly furnished and appointed to the highest standards and decorated in plain, cool colours. The spacious, open plan living area has as its focal point a most efficient woodburning stove. Elderly or less able guests will appreciate the downstairs double bedroom suite, with wet room shower/bathroom. (The sides of which can fold in to give even more room for a wheelchair if required). A utility room completes the downstairs accommodation while upstairs there are two further bedrooms and additional bathroom. One of these bedrooms opens on to a small balcony (with additional external stair), ideal for enjoying an early morning cup of tea in the sun and feeling that you are indeed 'monarch of all you survey.'
The Lauder golf course is a short walk down the road and the village itself, 1.25 miles from the house, stands on the A68 trunk route which will take you up to the likes of Muirfield, Luffness, and, of course, Edinburgh itself in 45 minutes.
Larkhill Farm is on the Southern Upland Way, and the farm also offers extensive woodland walks. Riding and fishing are other popular pastimes in the area, while the world class mountain biking trails at Glentress are within a short drive of the cottage.
Then there are all the historic castles, stately homes, ruined abbeys of the area to visit. The nearest of these is Thirlestane Castle in Lauder itself. The coast at Coldingham, with its sandy beach and St Abbs, with its dramatic cliffs, is just an hour away.
Heating and electricity are INCLUDED. Bed linen and towels may be hired. One dog is welcome by arrangement (kennel facilities). Smoking is not permitted in the house.
