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If you were looking for a perfect example to sell the idea of what a picture book holiday cottage should look like, Riverside Cottage, near Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders, would certainly fit the bill.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 6 | Bedrooms: 3 |
| Changeover Day: Fri | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 2 |
This mellow, traditional, detached, roses-round-the-door house stands on a quiet country lane, surrounded by fields, with its charming, terraced, grass garden running down to the sweet little river which flows in front of it.
Nor does its interior disappoint, for it is bright and surprisingly spacious, with a good size, well-equipped kitchen with folding doors to a separate, elegant dining room. On the other side of the hallway is a cosy sitting room with a wood-burning stove. There is also a utility room and a downstairs WC. Upstairs there are three good-size bedrooms, two twin rooms and an en suite double bedroom, that are all delightfully furnished. A family bathroom completes the indoor accommodation.
The garden is surrounded by a hedge and enclosed, though there is access down to the river, so care may be required with children. There is off-road parking behind the house and secure storage for bikes and sports equipment.
The owners have the farm just up the hill and can offer stables and grazing, should you wish to bring your own horse. It's worth considering, for this is great riding country - you could even take part in one of the dramatic common ridings which are held throughout the summer.
The area offers plenty of opportunities for enthusiasts of many different sports. There is great mountain biking over at Glentress and Innerleithen, walking in the Cheviot and Border hills and fishing in many rivers from the famous River Tweed itself, to minor streams and lochans.
Jedburgh (3.5 miles) has a good range of pubs, eating places and independent shops, as well as a supermarket, bank and petrol station.
The surrounding area is famous not just for its lovely scenery, but for its romantic and often turbulent history. Jedburgh is the site of one of the four Border Abbeys and also has a reputedly haunted jail and Mary Queen of Scots' house, which has a fascinating visitor centre. Melrose, Kelso and Dryburgh and the other three Border abbeys, are all within a short drive and in addition to this there are numerous stately homes in the area which are open to the public.
There is golf available on numerous good courses, including the Jedburgh Golf Club and the prestigious Roxburghe course near Kelso. If you need to practise your swing there is a driving range at Mount Hooley (5 miles), where there is also an excellent restaurant.
For a good family day out, the Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre is a favourite destination with its range of woodland walks, exhibitions and an outdoor play area that children will just love.
Further afield, you can enjoy a day on the sandy beaches of the Berwickshire and Northumbrian coasts. Or how about a day up in Edinburgh taking in the sights of Scotland's elegant capital city? It is reached in an hour and a half's drive, in 55 minutes by train from Tweedbank (18 miles), or by a regular bus service from Jedburgh.
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
Downstairs
Sitting room with wood-burning stove and TV/DVD
Dining room
Kitchen with electric hob and separate double oven, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and microwave, etc
Utility room with washing machine and wash basin
WC.
Upstairs
Double bedroom (king-size) with en suite shower room, WC and wash basin
Twin bedroom
Twin bedroom
Bathroom with bath and shower over, WC and wash basin.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
- Cot (excluding linen)
- £10.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £20 of electricity INCLUDED with any additional usage payable by meter reading at the end of your stay. Heating is by oil central heating (first £30 INCLUDED with any additional usage payable at the end of your stay) and wood-burning stoves (starter pack INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED (suitable for large downloads and high bandwidth applications). A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium or 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. 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: Fri
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 6 |
| 27 Oct 2023 - 17 Dec 2023 | £550.00 |
| 18 Dec 2023 - 27 Dec 2023 | £850.00 |
| 28 Dec 2023 - 05 Jan 2024 | £850.00 |
| 06 Jan 2024 - 01 Feb 2024 | £595.00 |
| 02 Feb 2024 - 28 Mar 2024 | £695.00 |
| 29 Mar 2024 - 18 Apr 2024 | £795.00 |
| 19 Apr 2024 - 02 May 2024 | £695.00 |
| 03 May 2024 - 23 May 2024 | £795.00 |
| 24 May 2024 - 30 May 2024 | £850.00 |
| 31 May 2024 - 20 Jun 2024 | £795.00 |
| 21 Jun 2024 - 18 Jul 2024 | £850.00 |
| 19 Jul 2024 - 22 Aug 2024 | £895.00 |
| 23 Aug 2024 - 12 Sep 2024 | £795.00 |
| 13 Sep 2024 - 03 Oct 2024 | £695.00 |
| 04 Oct 2024 - 24 Oct 2024 | £795.00 |
| 25 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 | £595.00 |
| 20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £850.00 |
| 28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £895.00 |
| 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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'Thank you for an amazing stay. The cottage is stunning and superbly equipped. Best place we've ever stayed. A genuine home from home.'
'We have had the best week, this cottage is beautiful! During our stay we visited many castles, but our favourite was being able to walk around the fields and take in the wonderful scenery. We would love to come back.'
'Lovely cottage in a lovely location. A peaceful and restful holiday. Some really nice touches in a wonderful cottage.'
'Great countryside, very relaxing. Plenty to do and see.'
'Very peaceful - just what we needed. Would definitely recommend!
'Absolutely perfect! We will be back soon.'
'We really appreciated this well thought out cottage, plus the passing wildlife and glorious weather!'
'Really lovely two weeks - cottage great with everything you could need. Would have loved to have stayed longer!'
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Guest Comments
'Thank you for an amazing stay. The cottage is stunning and superbly equipped. Best place we've ever stayed. A genuine home from home.'
'We have had the best week, this cottage is beautiful! During our stay we visited many castles, but our favourite was being able to walk around the fields and take in the wonderful scenery. We would love to come back.'
'Lovely cottage in a lovely location. A peaceful and restful holiday. Some really nice touches in a wonderful cottage.'
'Great countryside, very relaxing. Plenty to do and see.'
'Very peaceful - just what we needed. Would definitely recommend!
'Absolutely perfect! We will be back soon.'
'We really appreciated this well thought out cottage, plus the passing wildlife and glorious weather!'
'Really lovely two weeks - cottage great with everything you could need. Would have loved to have stayed longer!'