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East Faldonside Cottage is a charming, cosy surrounded by its own impressively beautiful, enclosed garden, right by the River Tweed and only 3.5 miles from Melrose in the Scottish Borders.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 3 | Bedrooms: 2 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: No |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
| Licence No: SB-00153-F |
The cottage is set in a peaceful rural spot but with easy access to local amenities and in a good position for exploring nearby towns and villages. At the heart of the house is the sitting room that has an electric stove to keep it nice and toasty with minimal effort.
Everything is easily to hand in the bright and airy dining kitchen that is perfect for eating together as the nominated cook doesn’t have to miss out on any of the fun. The kitchen is well equipped, with the inclusion of a boiling water tap for a quick cuppa. There is also a sunroom off the kitchen that catches the sun first thing, making it the ideal place for enjoying your morning tea or coffee.
The main bedroom is attractive and light with a lovely original decorative fireplace. The single bedroom is a cosy room with a lovely view out to the courtyard. A spacious wet room/ shower room (with the added advantage of underfloor heating) is adjacent to here, all on the one level.
Beyond the kitchen/ dining space is an external door to the patio area and garden. The outdoor seating looks over the highlight of East Faldonside, the magnificent garden. Regularly maintained and extremely well kept, it’s a delight to sit and watch nature pass by. Round the corner, another garden is the second hidden gem of the property and features a charming bench and swing.
Outside parking is right by the door, the gardens are enclosed and ideal for children to run around in, and there is an outbuilding where the laundry facilities are kept.
The owner’s house is alongside with extensive gardens that lead right down to the water where guests are welcome to enjoy riverside walks or fish directly from the riverbank (permit available via FishPal).
A walking trail leads along the banks of the River Tweed and through the woods to Abbotsford House (1 mile) where you can tour around the grand Scots Baronial home of Sir Walter Scott. There is also a café to stop at for lunch or afternoon tea, followed by a walk around the wonderful gardens that are particularly beautiful in the spring when the flowers burst into life. Scott’s View is also nearby, where you can gaze at the same Borders’ landscapes Walter Scott was encapsulated by.
Pop into Galashiels (2.5 miles) for shopping, a trip to the cinema or a meal in one of its many pubs and restaurants; try the Salmon Inn for a hearty meal and pint. Head over to Selkirk (3.5 miles) for a round on the picturesque 18-hole golf course. Try Tibbie’s restaurant, or for finer dining, Selkirk is home to the award-winning The Gordon Arms Restaurant.
Melrose (3.5 miles) is a charming little town to wander around with lots of interesting little shops selling everything from craft supplies, glassware and antiques to jewellery and clothing. There is also a good butcher, MacVicars of Melrose, excellent fresh produce shops and the bakery Twelve Triangles which is full of delicious treats.
Melrose is also home to one of four medieval Abbeys in the area, with the others at Dryburgh, Jedburgh and Kelso in close reach for visiting. Melrose Abbey was founded in 1136 and was the first Cistercian Abbey in Scotland that remains remarkably intact to this day. The Eildon Hills, which tower over the town of Melrose, make for a great day's hiking.
The train station at Tweedbank (2.5 miles) is only 5 minutes’ drive away, providing effortless access up to Edinburgh in under an hour. Edinburgh has a wealth of shops, pubs, restaurants and, of course, its iconic sights such as Edinburgh Castle, the Scott Monument and Arthur’s Seat that towers over the city off in the distance. Wherever you wish to go, a stay at East Faldonside has access to all kinds of adventures.
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 room with electric fire and TV
Open plan kitchen/dining room with electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, boiling tap, etc
Sun room
Double bedroom (king-size)
Single bedroom (small double bed)
Wet room with WC and wash basin
Outbuilding with washer/dryer and freezer.
What's included
- Travel Cot (excluding linen)
- Free
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £25 of electricity is INCLUDED with any additional usage payable at the end of your stay. Heating is by oil central heating (first £30 INCLUDED with any additional payable at the end of your stay) and electric fire. 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 19/02/2027 to 22/02/2027
From 12/02/2027 to 15/02/2027
From 09/10/2026 to 12/10/2026
From 16/10/2026 to 19/10/2026
From 24/07/2026 to 27/07/2026
From 26/03/2027 to 29/03/2027
From 09/04/2027 to 12/04/2027
From 02/10/2026 to 05/10/2026
From 23/10/2026 to 26/10/2026
From 16/10/2026 to 19/10/2026
From 09/10/2026 to 12/10/2026
From 20/12/2026 to 23/12/2026
From 27/12/2026 to 30/12/2026
From 07/08/2026 to 10/08/2026
From 17/07/2026 to 20/07/2026
From 31/07/2026 to 03/08/2026
Changeover Day: Sat
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 3 |
| 27 Jun 2026 - 17 Jul 2026 | £795.00 |
| 18 Jul 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 | £850.00 |
| 29 Aug 2026 - 11 Sep 2026 | £750.00 |
| 12 Sep 2026 - 02 Oct 2026 | £650.00 |
| 03 Oct 2026 - 23 Oct 2026 | £750.00 |
| 24 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 | £550.00 |
| 20 Dec 2026 - 27 Dec 2026 | £795.00 |
| 28 Dec 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | £795.00 |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 29 Jan 2027 | £550.00 |
| 30 Jan 2027 - 26 Mar 2027 | £650.00 |
| 27 Mar 2027 - 16 Apr 2027 | £750.00 |
| 17 Apr 2027 - 30 Apr 2027 | POA |
| 01 May 2027 - 28 May 2027 | POA |
| 29 May 2027 - 04 Jun 2027 | POA |
| 05 Jun 2027 - 25 Jun 2027 | POA |
| 26 Jun 2027 - 16 Jul 2027 | POA |
| 17 Jul 2027 - 27 Aug 2027 | POA |
| 28 Aug 2027 - 10 Sep 2027 | POA |
| 11 Sep 2027 - 01 Oct 2027 | POA |
| 02 Oct 2027 - 22 Oct 2027 | POA |
| 23 Oct 2027 - 19 Dec 2027 | POA |
| 20 Dec 2027 - 27 Dec 2027 | POA |
| 28 Dec 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2029 - 05 Jan 2030 | POA |
| 06 Jan 2030 - 05 Jan 2031 | 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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Gezellige cottage, mooie tuinen eromheen, aan de rivier de Tweed, de eigenaren zijn zeer toegankelijk, mooie welkomst ma...
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Thanks for your kind words about East Faldonside Cottage. We're glad you enjoyed the cottage, gardens, and the welcome b...
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Beautifully equipped cottage with a lovely welcome package. Particularly enjoyed the garden leading to the riverside pat...
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The perfect place to relax and unwind. The hosts were so helpful and friendly and the property was one of the best we ha...
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East Faldonside Cottage is an absolute gem. It is well situated in a quiet location in beautiful surroundings. Very eas...
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I could not fault the attention to detail and friendliness shown by the owner.
A lovely setting and really nice cot...
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Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed the cottage, the lovely setting, not forgettin...
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