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Quick Info
| Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
Sitting in its own pretty garden is Shepherds Cottage, a traditional detached house set on a private estate bordering the Boleside beat of the wonderful River Tweed in the Scottish Borders. This peaceful rural idyll offers the best of both worlds as it is also in easy reach of the many amenities of Galashiels (1 mile).
Cosy comfort is the order of the day here and the fire that flickers away invitingly in the sitting room’s wood-burning stove simply invites guests to sit and relax in front of it. The modern kitchen is bright and airy with a charming outlook over the lush plants and shrubs in the cottage garden.
The spacious dining room is a great spot to linger over meals together and a family bathroom with a bath and shower over completes the downstairs accommodation.
This is an ideal spot for a romantic break with the relaxed double bedroom that takes up the whole of the upstairs having coombed ceilings, lots of storage space and lovely views out over open green fields from its roof windows. The stairs that lead upstairs have limited headroom in places so taller guests should take care.
Outside, a picnic table has been set up in the enclosed, sloping grassed garden looking out over the surrounding countryside and sheep wandering in the fields behind the house. Parking is just down the path from the house and there is a small stream that runs to the front of the garden. The cottage is set up quarter of a mile of farm track that is easily negotiable with care.
Trout or salmon fishing can be arranged on the Tweed, which is one of the best of Scotland's rivers, and there is plenty of walking straight off out into the surrounding hills and lanes.
Nearby Abbotsford House (1.75 miles) is sure to be first visit on the agenda. It was the home of Sir Walter Scott back in the early 1800s and today knowledgeable guides bring his memories back to life with fascinating tours. The house’s gorgeous gardens are set out in three ‘outdoor rooms’ that are enjoyable to wander around and admire the wonderful plants and flowers and there is a café to stop off at as well.
Galashiels (1 mile) has all the shops, pubs and eateries one could wish for with something to suit most tastes. The train link there allows for easy day trips up to the capital Edinburgh in under an hour’s journey, making it perfect for some shopping or sightseeing.
The Scottish Borders are dotted with interesting towns to visit including the market town of Kelso (17.5 miles) with its charming cobbled square and Jedburgh (16.5 miles) where the Castle Jail & Museum offers an interesting insight into life in jail in the 1800s.
Kelso and Jedburgh are also home to 12th century abbeys, two more of which can be found at Dryburgh and Melrose. History enthusiasts will love the walking and cycling routes that allow all four to be visited over a few days.
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 TV and wood-burning stove
Kitchen with electric hob and oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, etc
Dining room (one step up)
Bathroom with bath and shower over, WC and wash basin.
Upstairs
Double bedroom.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is payable at the end of your stay. Heating is by gas central heating (payable at the end of your stay) and wood-burning stove (starter pack INCLUDED). Wi-Fi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (1 large, 2 medium, 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.
Please Note: The rental price of the cottage does not include any gas or electricity. The owner has reduced their rental prices for 2023 bookings to reflect the charges which may apply following your stay. If you have any questions regarding the charges please contact us.
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 | £395.00 |
| 18 Dec 2023 - 27 Dec 2023 | £595.00 |
| 28 Dec 2023 - 05 Jan 2024 | £595.00 |
| 06 Jan 2024 - 02 Feb 2024 | £450.00 |
| 03 Feb 2024 - 29 Mar 2024 | £495.00 |
| 30 Mar 2024 - 19 Apr 2024 | £550.00 |
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| 24 Aug 2024 - 13 Sep 2024 | POA |
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| 05 Oct 2024 - 25 Oct 2024 | POA |
| 26 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 | POA |
| 20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | POA |
| 28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | POA |
| 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 and where more than one tariff is shown, the number of bedrooms made available may vary. 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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Great location, surrounded by fields and livestock. Bliss! We do recommend Shepherds Cottage but dog owners beware : de...
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For perfection it would have been nice to have a few more personal touches and s bit more of a welcome pack. Oven is eas...
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Lovely cottage. Very clean and tidy. Perfect little get away. Great location for walk with dogs. Has everything you ne...
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The cottage is in a beautiful location and extremely well equipped so if you wanted you could cook all meals there inste...
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Lovely peaceful holiday in clean and cosy cottage
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