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Quick Info
| Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: No |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
Scotland is well known for its beautiful countryside and its abundance of wildlife and there are few better places for a couple to experience what's on offer than by staying at Marl Moss Cottage on the Whitmuir Estate.
This traditional Scottish steading has been imaginatively converted into three properties (the smallest of which is Marl Moss Cottage) which share a quiet courtyard well away from busy roads and exposes you to a much more peaceful, relaxed pace of life.
Considering this beautifully renovated cottage only sleeps two, it is far more spacious than you would expect and feels light and airy throughout! The cottage is kept warm and cosy by the underfloor heating, which can be complemented by the open fire for cuddling up in front of at night. With extensive floor and worktop space in the kitchen you could cook for an army if you wished, but I doubt you'll want to when this is the ideal place for just the two of you to escape to!
Let's not forget the romantic touches which make Marl Moss that wee bit special - the fabulous four poster super-king size bed, the table for two with views across the road to Whitmuir Loch and the secluded little seating area just a few hundred yards away in the woods. This is exclusively yours for the length of your stay and offers amazing views across the Borders countryside.
Video Walkthrough
When it comes to the beautiful Borders countryside, Whitmuir Estate is right in the midst of some of the best. What's more, with the Estate owners' commitment to conservation, those who choose to explore the surrounding lands will find ponds, wooded areas, hedgerows and fields which have been specifically set aside for native fauna and flora to thrive.
Walkers are well catered for here with the Southern Upland and St Cuthbert's Way walking routes both passing nearby. It is also a good area for exploring by bike with its quiet roads and countryside paths.
Wild flowers flourish and butterflies, ladybirds and various other animals are in their element, as no doubt you will be when staying in Marl Moss.
The charming Whitmuir Loch which you can see from the sitting room of the cottage was where peat was dug from over 300 years ago to heat the nearby town of Selkirk (all facilities) and carried the 4 miles from the estate by horse and cart. These days it will take you only a few minutes by car to get to the pretty market town in the middle of the Borders, within easy reach of the other Borders towns such as Melrose, Peebles, Galashiels (cinema, 24 hour supermarket) and Jedburgh, each with its own unique character and history.
If you fancy a day trip to discover Scotland's capital, Edinburgh is just an hour's drive away or 50 minutes by train from Galashiels (8.5 miles). This is all if you can bring yourself to leave this pretty little cottage and the impressive estate on which it is situated where there is so much nature to see!
Local Events and Attractions
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.
Accommodation
Single Storey
Sitting/dining room with open fire, TV/DVD and mini hi-fi
Kitchen/dining room with electric oven/hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine/tumble dryer and microwave, etc
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and wash basin
Double bedroom with super king-size four poster bed and TV/DVD.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
Available Extras
- Cot (excluding linen)
- £10.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by oil central heating (INCLUDED) and open fire (starter pack INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED. Sorry, pets are not accepted. No smoking.
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).
From 11/10/2024 to 14/10/2024
From 18/10/2024 to 21/10/2024
From 19/04/2024 to 22/04/2024
From 12/04/2024 to 15/04/2024
From 05/04/2024 to 08/04/2024
From 01/12/2023 to 04/12/2023
From 05/01/2024 to 08/01/2024
From 15/12/2023 to 18/12/2023
From 12/01/2024 to 15/01/2024
From 05/01/2024 to 08/01/2024
From 29/03/2024 to 01/04/2024
From 29/03/2024 to 02/04/2024
From 19/04/2024 to 22/04/2024
From 08/12/2023 to 11/12/2023
From 04/10/2024 to 07/10/2024
From 25/10/2024 to 28/10/2024
From 18/10/2024 to 21/10/2024
From 11/10/2024 to 14/10/2024
From 20/12/2023 to 23/12/2023
From 27/12/2023 to 30/12/2023
Changeover Day: Sat
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 2 |
| 28 Oct 2023 - 17 Dec 2023 | £345.00 |
| 18 Dec 2023 - 27 Dec 2023 | £550.00 |
| 28 Dec 2023 - 05 Jan 2024 | £550.00 |
| 06 Jan 2024 - 02 Feb 2024 | £395.00 |
| 03 Feb 2024 - 29 Mar 2024 | £450.00 |
| 30 Mar 2024 - 19 Apr 2024 | £550.00 |
| 20 Apr 2024 - 03 May 2024 | £450.00 |
| 04 May 2024 - 24 May 2024 | £550.00 |
| 25 May 2024 - 31 May 2024 | £595.00 |
| 01 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024 | £550.00 |
| 22 Jun 2024 - 19 Jul 2024 | £595.00 |
| 20 Jul 2024 - 23 Aug 2024 | £650.00 |
| 24 Aug 2024 - 13 Sep 2024 | £550.00 |
| 14 Sep 2024 - 04 Oct 2024 | £450.00 |
| 05 Oct 2024 - 25 Oct 2024 | £550.00 |
| 26 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 | £395.00 |
| 20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £595.00 |
| 28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £595.00 |
| 06 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | 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
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We had a wonderful week there,cottage was just perfect, location, wildlife, peacefulness just wonderful. Batteries fully...
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This was our 10th visit. The cottage and our holiday was as good as the first.
Loved the property and the area. Stunning views.
We had a great week and would happily return. The cottage was lovely and clean, very comfortable and spacious with every...
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Everything you need for a quiet break. Help there if it is required. Great outlook from the lounge windows.
Guest Comments
'Fabulous cottage in a stunning location. Enjoyed our 'close encounters' with the wildlife and birds on the estate. Would definitely return and recommend.'
Davenport party
'What a super cottage - more like a mansion! Had a great holiday - loved it.'
Akeroyd party
'We would very much like to return some time for a longer stay. Very comfortable and peaceful. Ideal!'
Prime party
'Wonderful cottage - spacious and comfortable. Great setting.'
Medcalf party
'First class accommodation in the most beautiful setting.'
Walker party
'We really enjoyed our week in this lovely cottage - it was a pleasure to come back to every day after our days out in the Borders.'
Kirby/Liddle party
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Guest Comments
'Fabulous cottage in a stunning location. Enjoyed our 'close encounters' with the wildlife and birds on the estate. Would definitely return and recommend.'
Davenport party
'What a super cottage - more like a mansion! Had a great holiday - loved it.'
Akeroyd party
'We would very much like to return some time for a longer stay. Very comfortable and peaceful. Ideal!'
Prime party
'Wonderful cottage - spacious and comfortable. Great setting.'
Medcalf party
'First class accommodation in the most beautiful setting.'
Walker party
'We really enjoyed our week in this lovely cottage - it was a pleasure to come back to every day after our days out in the Borders.'
Kirby/Liddle party