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River Cottage at Old Melrose

Near Melrose, Scottish Borders

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River Cottage is a charming retreat set in a peaceful and secluded spot that is ideal for relaxing and escaping the stresses of modern life.

Quick Info

Sleeps: 4 Bedrooms: 2
Changeover Day: Sat Pets Allowed: Yes (2)
No smoking Bathrooms: 1
  • No Smoking
  • Pets Allowed
  • Open Fire/Solid Fuel Stove
  • WiFi
Overview

Set on the beautiful Old Melrose Estate near Melrose (2.5 miles) the cottage occupies a gorgeous woodland setting on a peninsula that has the River Tweed on 3 sides with miles of pretty walks and riverside trails that just beg to be explored. Guests have the use of the stunning Victorian walled garden and can wander to the Estate's tearooms for a light lunch or a slice of cake.

This converted coach house has been lovingly refurbished throughout and is presented in a pretty country cottage style that is a clever blend of traditional and modern. At the heart of the inviting sitting room is a wood-burning stove that is perfect for warming up in front of after the day’s activities. The dining kitchen is very smart and well-equipped for cooking up a storm in style and the ground floor is kept cosy throughout by underfloor heating.

Upstairs is a family bathroom, twin bedroom (converts to double) and a double bedroom with the added advantage of a snug/dressing room that provides handy storage and also has a second TV area so that all viewing tastes can be catered for.

Outside the private, Victorian walled garden is a delightful place to sit and eat, admire the plants and flowers and delight at the chickens and pet rabbits wandering around. Children can play in the woods where they can build dens and ride their bikes. Grownups and those feeling less energetic can check out the antiques in the Estate's furniture studio and bookshop.

The owners live next door but the cottage has its own parking area and is not overlooked, so they are on hand for any queries but are also very respectful of guests' privacy and are happy to leave guests to enjoy the peace and quiet.

Map & Local

Walkers are spoilt for choice with beautiful walks leading off into the countryside all around (maps available), plenty of hills to climb and stunning views to stumble upon along the way.

On the opposite side of the River Tweed is the wonderful Scott’s View from which an amazing expansive view of the river and the Eildon hills can be seen. It is well worth the 10 minute drive up to the viewpoint to take in the vista that Sir Walter Scott was, unsurprisingly, so fond of.

In Newtown St Boswells (2 miles) there is a small supermarket and a well-stocked garden centre for those of a green fingered persuasion.

St Boswells (2.5 miles) has a good pub/restaurant and a lovely café/book shop with a deli behind it that foodies are sure to love. Golfers can choose between the golf course in St Boswells that is in an idyllic spot on the bank of the River Tweed, or the picturesque course at the foot of the Eildon hills in Melrose.

Melrose (2.5 miles) itself is a bustling town with plenty of interesting shops to amble around, as well as a supermarket, excellent butcher, greengrocer and a wealth of cafés, pubs and restaurants to try out. A visit to the town would not be complete without stopping off to see Melrose Abbey that was founded in 1136 and is still surprisingly well preserved considering its age.

Culturally Old Melrose is in the centre of the Scottish Borders with abbeys, castles and stately homes all around. For those looking for outdoor activities there are plenty of gardens to explore as well as mountain biking at Glentress Forest, clay pigeon shooting at Braidwood just outside Midlem, as well as golf nearby.

With so much to see and do in the surrounding area there may be no need to venture further afield but if a day of shopping or sightseeing in the city beckons it is under an hour’s train ride up to Edinburgh from Tweedbank (4.5 miles). The beaches of Coldingham and North Berwick are under an hour's drive away and the northumberland coastline is accessible for day trips. Bamburgh, Seahouses and Holy Island are all well worth a visit.

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Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.

Facilities

Accommodation

Downstairs

Sitting room with wood-burning stove, TV(Freeview)/DVD
Kitchen/dining room with oven, ceramic hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, microwave etc
WC and wash basin.

Upstairs

Double bedroom (king-size)
Twin bedroom (zip-linked to form super king-size)
Snug with TV(Freeview)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and wash basin.

What's included

Linen (Double Bed)
Free
Linen (Single Bed)
Free
Sets of towels (per person)
Free
WiFi
Free
Cot (excluding linen)
Free
Highchair
Free

Available Extras

Pet
£20.00

Services

Bed linen and towels INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by underfloor heating downstairs, oil central heating upstairs (INCLUDED) and wood-burning stove (fuel INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 2 dogs is welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium, 2 small). No smoking.

Availability

Availability

The calendar below shows dates which are either available or booked for this property. Use the Book Now menu above to select your desired holiday dates.

Changeover Day: Sat

Booked Available
2024
Price

Weekly Prices

The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).

Changeover Day: Sat

Rental - Date Range Sleeps 4
03 Feb 2024 - 29 Mar 2024 £595.00
30 Mar 2024 - 19 Apr 2024 £650.00
20 Apr 2024 - 03 May 2024 £595.00
04 May 2024 - 24 May 2024 £650.00
25 May 2024 - 31 May 2024 £750.00
01 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024 £650.00
22 Jun 2024 - 19 Jul 2024 £750.00
20 Jul 2024 - 23 Aug 2024 £795.00
24 Aug 2024 - 13 Sep 2024 £650.00
14 Sep 2024 - 04 Oct 2024 £595.00
05 Oct 2024 - 25 Oct 2024 £650.00
26 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 £550.00
20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 £750.00
28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 £750.00
06 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 POA
06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 POA

Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.

Reviews

Reviews
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11-Mar-2024

Matched our expectations from the description given. Welcome package was helpful and yummy too..

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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review - we hope to welcome you again soon.

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06-Mar-2024

A very relaxing and enjoyable break.

Our response:

Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review - we are glad that you enjoyed your stay.

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29-Feb-2024

WHAT CAN I SAY WE HAVE STAYED AT RIVER COTTAGE 7 TIMES ,WE LOVE IT , ITS GORGEOUS ,IN IDYLIC SETTING SO PEACEFUL , SET I...

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River Cottage obviously tops your holiday list as you keep coming back. We are so pleased that you enjoy your stays here...

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07-Nov-2023

River Cottage was a well presented cottage which had quality without being ostentatious. The owners live next door and w...

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29-Oct-2023

Gorgeous place, well equipped, spotlessly clean, wonderfully appointed.
Cottage has everything you need. Some wonde...

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