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West Tweed is one of a pair of delightful, larch clad rural retreats set amidst the rolling country landscape of the historic Old Melrose Estate by the River Tweed, 3 miles from Melrose in the Scottish Borders.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 2 | Bedrooms: 1 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 1 |
This is a real walkers’ paradise with so much to see and do that a week’s stay may not be long enough to fit everything in. With the amazing scenery spread out before the deck the temptation to get out exploring may even surpass the lure of staying in enjoying the comforting glow of the wood-burning stove.
The open plan layout is very well appointed with the seating, dining and kitchen areas all cleverly positioned to make the most of the available space and high ceilings that add to the light and airy feeling throughout.
A cosy double bedroom with a king-size bed is set out at one end with sliding doors out to the incredible wraparound deck that has an attractive vista over fields to the woodland that lines the River Tweed. In the contemporary bathroom there is a huge, walk-in shower or a separate bath that is the perfect for relaxing and soaking away any troubles (or aches and pains from all that walking).
With walks leading straight off into the surrounding countryside and a path that heads right down to the wonderful river, this is the ideal place to enjoy the delights of the Scottish Borders in both comfort and style.
West's sister property East Tweed can also be booked for larger parties wishing to holiday together but still have their own space.
Old Melrose itself has a lovely little tearoom that is pet friendly so it makes for a very welcome stop off point whilst out on dog walks and there is an antiques hall to have a look around as well, all only a minutes’ walk away.
A small supermarket can be found in Newtown St Boswells (2 miles) and St Boswells (2.5 miles) is home to a lovely café/bookshop with an excellent deli, along with a couple of different restaurant and takeaway options.
Melrose (2.5 miles) is very well catered for in terms of interesting shops to wander around, another supermarket and a good range of eateries to sample for lunch or evening meals. The town is known for the Melrose Sevens rugby tournament that is held annually and has interesting Roman connections that are displayed at the Trimontium Museum down from the Market Square.
Bikes can be hired in Melrose in order to make the most of the some of the quiet back roads or, if mountain biking is on the agenda, it is well worthwhile heading to Innerleithen (20 miles) to try out the four downhill, graded trails at the 7stanes centre there.
Of course, no trip to this part of Scotland would be complete without visiting the stunning capital Edinburgh just an hour’s drive away. A good alternative to driving up there is to jump on the train at Tweedbank (4.5 miles) from where it is less than an hour’s journey into the heart of the city.
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
Open plan sitting/dining room/kitchen with wood-burning stove, TV, electric hob and oven, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, etc
Double bedroom
Bathroom with bath and separate shower, WC and wash basin.
What's included
- Linen (Double 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 electric central heating (INCLUDED) and wood-burning stove (fuel INCLUDED). Unlimited WiFi is INCLUDED. A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium, 2 small). 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 10/05/2024 to 13/05/2024
From 03/05/2024 to 06/05/2024
From 26/04/2024 to 28/04/2024
From 03/05/2024 to 06/05/2024
From 19/04/2024 to 22/04/2024
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 20/12/2024 to 23/12/2024
From 27/12/2024 to 30/12/2024
Changeover Day: Sat
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 2 |
| 20 Apr 2024 - 03 May 2024 | £750.00 |
| 04 May 2024 - 24 May 2024 | £850.00 |
| 25 May 2024 - 31 May 2024 | £925.00 |
| 01 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024 | £850.00 |
| 22 Jun 2024 - 19 Jul 2024 | £925.00 |
| 20 Jul 2024 - 23 Aug 2024 | £950.00 |
| 24 Aug 2024 - 13 Sep 2024 | £850.00 |
| 14 Sep 2024 - 04 Oct 2024 | £750.00 |
| 05 Oct 2024 - 25 Oct 2024 | £850.00 |
| 26 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 | £695.00 |
| 20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £950.00 |
| 28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £950.00 |
| 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
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What a gem of a place! The location is lovely-at the heart of a historic estate, with gorgeous walks from the door. Ther...
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The hosts couldn’t have done more for us. Welcoming and fresh local produce on arrival. Perfect base for many activities...
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We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to you returning again soon.
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Cottage is comfortable, warm and extremely well equipped. The Lodge is in a quiet estate with wonderful walks, and the o...
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Quality fittings and well designed in a lovely location.
Perfect cottage for 2 people lovely basket of home made goodies on arrival. Very well stocked kitchen with every utensil...
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