Luckenburn Cottage
Cheviot hills, near Jedburgh, Roxburghshire
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 6 | Bedrooms: 3 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: No |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 2 |
Prepare for a real adventure at secluded escape Luckenburn Cottage, set in its own valley nestled on the edge of picturesque Leithope Forest with wonderful views of the glorious Cheviot hills. Those looking to escape the stresses and strains of everyday life and connect with nature will have found their match in this cottage.
The natural environment around the single storey cottage remains remarkably unspoilt so it offers guests a welcome change of scenery and a taste of a more relaxed, rural pace of life. One of a pair of cottages set alongside each other (the other used by the owners infrequently), there are really only sheep for neighbours here.
At the heart of the charming sitting room the unusual, original open fire has been retained and is supplemented by the welcome addition of cosy underfloor heating throughout the room. Broadband and mobile phone free, it is the perfect place to step away from technology for a proper break and the chance to catch up on some reading. Although no TV signal is available there is a DVD player if a movie night beckons and, as the kitchen/dining areas are right alongside, it is a very sociable space to gather in.
There is a handy flexible layout where all three of the attractive bedrooms can be configured as either twin or double (queen-size) depending on requirements. Each has French doors that provide direct access out to a raised, south-facing deck that wraps around the back of the cottage. Listen to the soothing sound of the burn trickling by whilst sitting out with al fresco drinks or meals looking out over the array of wildflowers that flourish here. Seeing the deer coming down to drink from the burn is delightful and twitchers will be in their element watching all of the birds who are regular visitors.
Luckenburn is accessed via half a mile of rough farm track that is less suitable for low slung vehicles. This should be driven slowly and carefully particularly as there may be sheep and lambs crossing and the journey is just the beginning of the adventure!
Make sure to pack the wellies or walking boots as it is time to get out into the great outdoors exploring the forest and surrounding countryside. A series of different walking routes, such as Roman Dere Street, traverse the area with the Southern Upland Way and the Pennine Way just two of the others to try out in easy reach.
A lack of light pollution creates ideal conditions for star gazing and it is fascinating to see how many stars can be seen with the naked eye or, bring along some binoculars to fully appreciate the amazing 'dark sky' above.
The market towns of Jedburgh (13 miles) and Kelso (19 miles) both have historic Abbeys that are interesting to walk around, as well as a good range of shops and eateries. Each summer most of the local towns have a week-long festival of celebrations with a schedule of special events and hundreds of horses and riders taking to the streets in processions. Hawick’s Common Riding, especially, really is quite something to behold!
History enthusiasts are spoilt for choice as the Scottish Borders is steeped in historic sights. With battle fields, ancient tower houses, stately homes and even castles to visit, the holiday agenda is certainly going to be a packed one at Luckenburn.
At the nearby Kielder Water and Forest Park there are a wide range of activities on offer with everything from mountain biking and horse riding to kayaking and canoeing on the huge, man-made lake.
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 living area with TV (no signal)/DVD, open fire, electric oven and induction hob, fridge, microwave, etc
Double bedroom (queen-size, zip-link can convert to twin beds) with en suite shower room (wetroom) with WC and wash basin
Double bedroom (queen-size, zip-link can convert to twin beds)
Twin bedroom (zip-link, can convert to queen-size double bed)
Bathroom with bath, WC and wash basin.
Outbuildings
Laundry room with freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and electric heated drying racks (additional charges apply via an honesty box system)
Welly house with cycle racks and storage for walking gear.
What's included
- Linen (Double Bed)
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
- Travel Cot (excluding linen)
- Free
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. The first £65 of electricity is INCLUDED with any additional payable by meter reading at the end of your stay. Heating is by electric panel heaters, underfloor heating and open fire (logs available to purchase at £4 per bag). 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 6 |
| 28 Oct 2023 - 17 Dec 2023 | £550.00 |
| 18 Dec 2023 - 27 Dec 2023 | £795.00 |
| 28 Dec 2023 - 05 Jan 2024 | £895.00 |
| 06 Jan 2024 - 02 Feb 2024 | £550.00 |
| 03 Feb 2024 - 29 Mar 2024 | £595.00 |
| 30 Mar 2024 - 19 Apr 2024 | £695.00 |
| 20 Apr 2024 - 03 May 2024 | £595.00 |
| 04 May 2024 - 24 May 2024 | £695.00 |
| 25 May 2024 - 31 May 2024 | £795.00 |
| 01 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024 | £695.00 |
| 22 Jun 2024 - 19 Jul 2024 | £795.00 |
| 20 Jul 2024 - 23 Aug 2024 | £895.00 |
| 24 Aug 2024 - 13 Sep 2024 | £695.00 |
| 14 Sep 2024 - 04 Oct 2024 | £595.00 |
| 05 Oct 2024 - 25 Oct 2024 | £695.00 |
| 26 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024 | £550.00 |
| 20 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 2024 | £795.00 |
| 28 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025 | £895.00 |
| 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.
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